Hi there, I'm Yashica!

I'm not the type of therapist who just nods and smiles. We'll set clear goals, check in periodically to see if you're actually moving towards those goals and I often throw in some humor- life's too short to not be able to laugh sometimes.

My focus

I work with individuals, including minors aged 13-17. My specialties include anger management, anxiety, self-esteem, self-harming, stress, trauma, and PTSD.

My approach

My style is interactive, attentive, and engaging with the goal of creating a safe environment to empower growth, insight, and healing. In therapy, we will explore your inner world to understand the underlying causes of your pain, to heal, and to access and expand your capacity to live your best life.

My communication style

I'm direct, attentive, and I aim to create a safe space for open dialogue. Expect me to listen closely, ask questions, and even use humor when appropriate. My goal is to engage with you authentically to foster growth and healing.

My journey to mental healthcare

I completed clinical hours at a counseling center to become a therapist. This experience solidified my passion for helping people heal, grow, and live their best lives.

My goals for you

I believe that you shouldn't have to depend on your therapist for the rest of your life. My goal is to give you tools to help you tackle the hard things. And when you reach your goals, you'll graduate from therapy empowered and equipped.

Our first session

In our first session, we'll discuss what brings you to therapy and what you hope to achieve. I'll ask questions to understand your background and current challenges. Together, we'll begin setting clear goals and outline a path forward that feels right for you.

I identify as...

Female
Black or African American
Christian

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Mindfulness-Based

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Focus populations

BIPOC

Military/Veterans

Racial Justice

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Arts (MA) in Psychology from Phillips Graduate Institute.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

In-person sessions

2380 Shasta Way Suite C, Simi Valley, CA 93065

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Yashica Budde