Yeshara Acosta, LCSW — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Yeshara!

I'm Yeshara (yeh-SHAH-ruh) Acosta, but most importantly, a fellow human being. People deserve to be free, and I am proud to be a part of that process for others as others have been for me.

My focus

Clients mostly seek me out for my guidance for challenges in relationships (family, romantic, etc.), identity, spirituality, LGBTQ+ issues, Trauma (all types), Emotional Dysregulation, Co-dependency, Boundaries, anxiety, depression, and self-exploration.

My approach

I believe in being firm yet kind in doing the work of deconstructing and rebuilding ourselves. DBT, ACT, and Person-Centered are some of the avenues in which I approach the healing process. I use methods that meet the needs of the individual client while challenging them to go further so they can live better.

My communication style

Humor, compassion, honesty, openness, directness, and safety are essential to growth, and that's what I bring to the table. I will challenge you, I will push you, but I will never walk over you. We are here to go at your pace, not mine.

My journey to mental healthcare

The beauty of watching someone have that 'Aha' moment; The weight off someone's shoulders after years of carrying a heavy burden; The moment of clarity, forgiveness, and peace after pain; That's why I do what I do. I love to teach others that freedom is possible and watching people grow in their journey is fulfilling and humbling.

My goals for you

Therapy is like building a map of where you've been and where you are, then using that info to figure out where you're going. We get to build that map together and get a better direction.

Our first session

Clients can expect a full breakdown of policies, procedures, legal information, an intake, and an assessment of client history, but more importantly, getting to know you and making sure we are a good fit. The right client-therapist relationship is super important so don't settle.

I identify as...

Agender, Bigender, Female, Gender fluid, Non-binary
Biracial or Multiracial, Hispanic or Latinx
Christian, Interfaith, Non-denominational, Spiritual

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Christian Counseling

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Focus populations

BIPOC

Gay

LGBTQIA+

Lesbian

Military/Veterans

Non-Binary

Queer

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy
Family Therapy

Ages served

Adults
Minors

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem

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Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) from Azusa Pacific University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Yeshara Acosta