Licensed clinical social worker recordIllinois
Therasa Yehling, LCSW
Illinois
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - LGBT and personal growth
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in Illinois
- LCSW, licence 149011090
- NPI
- 1396842274
- Experience
- 22 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Illinois
These details come from information Therasa supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- Communication problems
- Guilt and shame
- Life purpose
About Therasa
Therasa Yehling is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Illinois with more than 22 years of practice. She works with people who identify as LGBT and focuses on communication problems, guilt and shame, questions about life purpose, and building self-love.
Her background includes extensive work in trauma and domestic violence settings. That experience shapes how she listens and responds. Sessions tend to be direct and practical. She helps people name what is happening and choose manageable steps forward.
She uses trauma-informed methods and approaches that address how painful events affect daily life. She pays attention to practical problems like relationships and everyday routines. Conversations often include ways to reduce shame and rebuild confidence.
Her years in social work also bring an attention to systems and fairness. That can mean discussing legal or safety-related concerns when relevant, and thinking about supports outside of therapy. She also draws on longer-term clinical experience for complex problems.
Outside of work she spends time with her husband and son and follows a personal Buddhist practice. Reading, humor, and small rituals matter to her. Those interests influence how she balances direct clinical work with attention to values and daily living.
BHow sessions work
How therapeutic methods translate to online sessions
Therasa draws on trauma-informed practices that focus on recognizing how past harm affects daily thoughts and behavior. In plain terms, that means noticing triggers, grounding when needed, and practicing small changes that reduce distress. This approach helps people who have experienced violence, assault, or long-term stress find more steadiness in everyday life.She also uses clinical approaches that address shame and self-worth by helping clients identify critical internal messages and test new ways of relating to themselves. Those methods usually involve short exercises in session and homework that connects the work to real situations, such as communication practice or self-reflection tasks.
Choosing a therapeutic approach is collaborative. The therapist will help figure out which ways of working best fit a person’s goals, needs, and preferences. That process can include trying different techniques and checking in about what feels useful.
The original biography does not list specific online formats, so confirm which session types are offered before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. Licensed professionals often adapt exercises and worksheets to work well over distance and to match each person’s day-to-day schedule.
CAreas of focus
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Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
22+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she work with?
She works with people who identify as LGBT and also addresses communication problems, guilt and shame, life purpose, and self-love.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her approach is trauma-informed and practical, focusing on clear steps and everyday routines rather than abstract theory.
How much experience does she have?
She has more than 22 years of experience in social work and clinical practice.
What credential and location does she hold?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Illinois and practices from that state.
In which language are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
What are the session formats?
The original biography does not list specific session formats; confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees handled and how do I start?
Fees vary by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers