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- Stress and anxiety
- ADHD and impulsivity
- CBT and psychodynamic
About Yael
Dr. Yael Banai is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Louisiana with 30 years of practice. She focuses on stress, anxiety, ADHD, depression, career concerns, parenting issues, anger, self-esteem, bipolar disorder, and coaching. Sessions are described as low-key and person-focused. She offers services in English and accepts international clients.
Dr. Banai has spent much of her career working in school settings, and she also has experience in other clinical environments. That background means she is used to practical, day-to-day challenges that affect teens and young adults. Her work draws on several therapeutic methods so she can adapt how she works to each person’s situation.
Her stated approach includes Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy. In practice she mixes these methods, using short-term problem solving or deeper exploration depending on the issue. She aims to notice strengths that get overlooked by negative labels and to address behavior, thinking patterns, and relationship difficulties.
She lists additional focuses that include autism and Asperger syndrome, communication problems, impulsivity, intellectual disability, veteran and armed forces issues, personality disorders, women’s issues, and young adult concerns. These are areas she has worked with over time and may be part of session conversations when relevant.
People who want to try a first session are asked to use the site's matching flow. The process begins with a short questionnaire and then a scheduled appointment. Fees vary by location and use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
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How her approaches translate to remote work
Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes the person’s own goals and perspectives. In practice this means the therapist listens for what matters most to the client and follows their lead to set priorities, which can help with self-esteem, parenting concerns, and identity questions.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and changing behaviors. It often uses concrete exercises and short-term plans that work well for anxiety, stress, and mood management.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and practical needs, and then try methods that fit the client. Plans can shift over time based on what helps most.
The biography does not list which session formats are used, so confirm available options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to schedule appointments around work, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Phone-only or video sessions have different practical benefits, such as lower bandwidth needs or allowing a quieter check-in, so ask which formats are offered when you complete the matching questionnaire.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
30+ years
Listed in
Louisiana
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She focuses on stress, anxiety, ADHD, depression, career issues, parenting, anger, self-esteem, bipolar disorder, and coaching. Additional areas include autism and Asperger syndrome, communication problems, impulsivity, intellectual disability, veteran issues, personality disorders, women’s issues, and young adult concerns.
What therapeutic approaches does she use?
The main approaches listed are Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy. She combines these methods to meet practical needs or to explore longer-term patterns.
How long has she been practicing?
She has 30 years of experience. Much of that time was spent working in school settings, with additional experience in other clinical environments.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Louisiana. Sessions and services are provided with that credential in mind.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Confirm current session options before booking to know whether remote or in-person formats are offered.
How are fees structured?
Fees vary with location and are managed via a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Specific rates depend on the chosen location.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session. That process initiates the intake and appointment steps.
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