Yvette Buccino, LMFT — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Yvette!

I am a bilingual licensed therapist who believes that a healthy emotional framework can help you manage major life transitions. For the last 22 years, my practice has focused on helping individuals navigate situations and symptoms that impact their functioning.

My focus

You bring a unique intersection of identity and history into therapy. I am ready to meet you with an affirming lens. Whether you are navigating trauma, life transitions, or daily stressors, I offer a space where you can explore your vulnerabilities without fear of judgement.

My approach

My approach to mental health therapy is anchored in a commitment to creating a safe affirming space where you feel genuinely seen, heard, and valued. I believe that effective therapeutic growth cannot happen unless a strong therapeutic alliance is cultivated with appropriate rapport and collaboration.

My communication style

My communication is validating and respectful of your unique identity and autonomy. The focus is on exploration, understanding, and problem-solving together.

My journey to mental healthcare

My path to becoming a therapist began with an interest in human nature. Specifically how are thoughts, emotions, and behavior interact in a journey where change is inevitable. I continue to be drawn to the concepts of human resilience and tolerance as we endure life's adversities.

My goals for you

I use a psycho-educational and client-centered approach to increase awareness and skill building for emotional stability. My practice tailors treatment to support you with a sense of direction for self improvement.

Our first session

Your first step into therapy may a mix of nervousness and hope. You can expect a safe, low pressure space where you share what your ready to share. My hope is that you leave with a sense of relief and motivated to return.

I identify as...

Female
Hispanic or Latinx

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Art Therapy

Compassion Focused

Exposure Response Prevention

Gestalt

Humanistic

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

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Focus populations

BIPOC

First Gen American/Immigrant Parents

Transgender

Educators

LGBTQIA+

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
Allegiance
Allied
Arlo
Ascension-SmartHealth

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Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Education

Master of Science (MS) in Clinical Psychology from California State Polytechnic University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Yvette Buccino