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Yssis El, LCSW, CSW
Georgia
LCSW - Stress and anxiety focus
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
About Yssis
Yssis El is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with five years of experience in Georgia. She helps people who are managing stress, anxiety, addiction, relationship strain, grief, and depression. Sessions focus on practical steps clients can try between meetings.
Her style is direct and goal-oriented. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thoughts and test new behaviors. She also draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Mindfulness practices to help people stay present and make values-based choices.
Yssis pays attention to how relationships and family history affect current struggles. She addresses blended family issues, caregiver stress, communication problems, and family-of-origin concerns. She also works with people facing divorce or separation, domestic violence history, and substance misuse.
Practical problem solving is central to her approach. Expect short-term strategies alongside skills for emotion regulation from Dialectical Behavior Therapy when needed. Motivational Interviewing informs work on addiction and readiness for change.
Her sessions are aimed at people who want structured, concrete steps. She explains techniques in plain language and sets measurable goals. To begin, clients complete a brief matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session.
How CBT, ACT, and client-centered work translate to online care
CBT is a hands-on method that helps people notice thoughts and test small behavior changes. It is often used for anxiety, low mood, and stress by setting concrete homework and measuring progress. ACT focuses on accepting difficult feelings while committing to actions that match personal values, which can help when avoidance or stuckness is a problem. Client-centered therapy emphasizes listening and reflection to clarify goals and build a collaborative working relationship.Finding the right mix of methods is part of the process. Yssis works with clients to decide which approaches fit their goals and daily life. The therapist and client review what helps and adjust the plan over time so sessions stay practical and relevant.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm available options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit meetings into a workday, reduce travel time, and allow for check-ins that focus on specific skills without a long commute. Some formats may be better for quick coaching-style check-ins while others suit longer skill-building work; discuss preferences and constraints during the initial scheduling step.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
5+ years
Listed in
Georgia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she focus on?
She focuses on stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, grief, and depression, plus related family and caregiver stresses.
How would she describe her therapeutic approach?
Sessions are practical and structured, using CBT to spot unhelpful thoughts and ACT and mindfulness to support values-based action.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has five years of clinical experience working with people on the listed concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She holds LCSW and CSW credentials and practices in Georgia under the GA LCSW designation.
In what language are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Which session formats are available?
Confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not list specific formats.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What do I need to do to get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.
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