- Family of origin issues
- CBT and ACT methods
- Caregiver stress
About Yssis
Yssis El is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and a Clinical Social Worker (CSW) practicing in Georgia with five years of experience. She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship concerns, grief, and depression. She also focuses on family of origin issues, blended family challenges, caregiver stress, and communication problems.
Yssis uses practical, talk-based work to help people notice patterns that keep causing pain. Sessions often look at how early family roles and expectations affect choices now. She helps clients name feelings like guilt, shame, or jealousy and work on clearer communication and boundary setting.
Her approach draws on several methods, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and mindfulness practices. That means clients learn to notice difficult thoughts, try different behaviors, and practice steadying skills in day-to-day life. Yssis also uses techniques from Dialectical Behavior Therapy and client-centered therapy when helpful.
She brings five years of clinical experience into sessions and focuses on concrete steps people can try between meetings. Topics she addresses include addiction concerns, grief and hospice-related stress, hoarding, and issues tied to divorce or separation. The work is practical and aimed at changing patterns that no longer serve the client.
Sessions are conducted in English and Yssis practices in Georgia. Costs vary with location and use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session through the site.
How her approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and commit to actions that match their values. It can be useful for anxiety, stress, and patterns tied to family expectations. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing small behavior changes to reduce distress and improve functioning. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices to reduce reactivity and support clearer decision making.Finding the right mix of methods is part of the work. Yssis will collaborate with each person to decide which approaches fit their goals, preferences, and current concerns. The plan can change over time as needs shift and progress is made.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life by reducing travel and offering more flexible timing. They can also allow shorter check-ins or sessions without video when that suits someone better. Discuss format preferences during the initial scheduling step to match therapy to daily routines and practical needs.
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 address related to family patterns?
She works with family of origin issues, communication problems, and how early roles influence current relationships. Other areas include stress, anxiety, addiction, grief, and depression.
What is her general therapeutic style?
She uses practical, talk-based sessions that focus on noticing patterns and trying different behaviors. Techniques include mindful skills and exercises to practice between meetings.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has five years of experience working with adults on issues such as blended family challenges, caregiver stress, and substance concerns.
What credentials and location apply to her practice?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and a Clinical Social Worker (CSW) practicing in Georgia.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to start working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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