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Yvonne Ricketts

Yvonne Ricketts

LMHC

Florida

Compassionate counseling with practical steps

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At a glance

Credentials
LMHC
License
LMHC, Florida / MH12408
Experience
12 years
Languages
English
Location
Florida

Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.

    • Warm and nonjudgmental
    • Action-oriented strategies
    • Evidence-informed methods

    About Yvonne

    Yvonne Ricketts is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in Florida with 12 years of clinical experience. She blends practical strategies with a warm, nonjudgmental manner to help people facing hard moments. Her approach emphasizes listening first and then planning steps that feel doable for each person.

    She trained at Palm Beach Atlantic University, earning a Master of Science in Counseling Psychology after completing a Bachelor of Arts in Ministry. Her background includes work in community agencies and a range of on-the-job training that added to her skill set. The mix of formal education and practical experience shapes how she guides people through change.

    In sessions she draws on client-centered work and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, focusing on immediate concerns and real-life behavior. Motivational Interviewing is another method she uses to support people who want to strengthen their commitment to change. Narrative and solution-focused ideas are available too, helping people reframe stories and find short-term steps.

    Yvonne lists a wide set of focus areas, including grief, parenting challenges, anxiety, depression, ADHD, addiction concerns, trauma and coping with life changes. She also notes attention to aging and geriatric issues, immigration-related stress, communication problems, and mood or post-traumatic stress concerns.

    Sessions are offered in English, and international clients may be accepted. To begin, readers are invited to use the site’s Start Therapy flow to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule sessions according to the therapist’s availability.

  2. Approaches for change and how they work online

    Client-centered work puts the person's priorities first and focuses on understanding their viewpoint. This approach helps when someone needs a listening space to sort through feelings and decide what matters most.

    Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and mood concerns by practicing new ways of thinking and trying small behavior changes.

    Motivational Interviewing is a conversational style used to strengthen motivation for change. It helps when someone feels unsure about next steps and wants to weigh options and build commitment.

    Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will collaborate with each person to identify what fits their goals, preferences, and daily life. That process can include trying different techniques and adjusting plans as needs change.

    Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule and reduce travel time. It can also let people meet from a location that supports quieter surroundings or a shorter check-in during a break. Confirm which session formats are currently offered before booking so the chosen arrangement suits personal needs.

  4. Areas of expertise

    Primary focus

    Family conflictsGriefParenting issuesDepressionADHD

    Also works with

    Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseAnger managementBipolar disorderCoping with life changes

    Additional focus areas

    Aging and geriatric issuesCommunication problemsImmigration issuesMood disordersPost-traumatic stress

    Therapeutic approaches

    Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

    Experience

    12+ years

    Listed in

    Florida

    Languages

    English

  5. Frequently asked questions

    What concerns does this therapist address?

    Areas listed include grief, parenting, depression, ADHD, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship strain, trauma and abuse, anger, bipolar challenges, and coping with life changes.

    How would you describe the therapist's style in sessions?

    The approach is caring and empathic with an emphasis on listening first. Clients can expect practical steps and collaborative planning rather than long lectures.

    What is Yvonne Ricketts' background?

    She holds a Master of Science in Counseling Psychology and has about 12 years of experience working in community settings and clinical roles.

    What credentials and location are provided?

    The therapist is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, FL LMHC, and is based in Florida.

    Are services offered in other languages or to international clients?

    Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.

    Which session formats are available?

    The original biography mentions face-to-face and virtual psychotherapy in past roles; please confirm current session format options before booking.

    How is cost handled for sessions?

    Cost varies by location and the therapist's scheduling; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

    What steps do I take to start working together?

    Use the Start Therapy button, finish the short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability.

  6. Online talk therapy is not emergency or medical care. Stopping or cutting down alcohol or other drugs can be unsafe without medical advice. In immediate danger? Crisis numbers

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