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Yong Pak, LCSW
Nevada
LCSW - Anxiety and Relationship Concerns
See online therapy options- CBT and DBT techniques
- Client-centered focus
- Practical skill building
About Yong
Yong Pak is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Nevada with 15 years of experience. She works with people who face stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family concerns, parenting challenges, addiction, trauma and grief, and issues like bipolar disorder and ADHD. Sessions address practical problems and day-to-day coping skills.
Yong began in 2005 providing therapeutic services to children and families and later expanded to work with the general population. Her practice has included individual work, couple-related concerns, and family-focused issues. She has experience supporting people after emotional and physical trauma and guiding those dealing with loss.
Her approach centers on the client and borrows from cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy. She also uses elements of emotionally-focused and solution-focused methods. In sessions she focuses on noticing unhelpful thoughts and testing different ways of responding to them.
Yong aims to create clear, practical steps you can try between sessions. She often works on skill-building for managing anxiety, mood swings, anger, and relationship patterns. She also helps parents with communication and problem-solving around children.
People who choose her can expect straightforward, structured conversations. She discusses goals and the methods she plans to use. The emphasis is on small, measurable changes that fit into everyday life.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online work
CBT, or cognitive behavioral therapy, focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing practical behavioral changes. It is often used for anxiety, depression, stress, and problems with attention or mood. Client-centered therapy emphasizes listening, reflecting, and following the client's lead to build understanding and clarify goals. It can help people feel heard and decide what they want to change. Dialectical behavior therapy, or DBT, combines skill teaching with attention to emotions and relationships; it is useful for managing intense emotions, improving interpersonal effectiveness, and reducing impulsive behaviors.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and what methods make sense for a client's situation. This is a collaborative process and adjustments can be made as therapy progresses.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit appointments around work, school, or caregiving by saving travel time and allowing shorter check-ins when needed. They also let people continue regular work on skills between meetings and keep momentum when life becomes busy.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
15+ years
Listed in
Nevada
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she work with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family issues, parenting challenges, addictions, trauma and grief, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and related concerns.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is client-centered with structured methods from cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy. She focuses on skills and small changes to daily habits.
How much experience does she have?
She has worked in the mental health field since 2005, giving her about 15 years of experience supporting individuals and working with couple-related and family issues.
What are her credentials and location?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Nevada.
What languages are supported and are international clients accepted?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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