What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.75
“Yessenia understood me from the get go. She has been very patient in helping me on my healing journey. I appreciate her.”
Less than 1 month ago
“Yesenia is a great provider. She listens, gives feedback to you, and always makes you feel like you are in a safe space. I look forward to my weekly meetings with her.”
Less than 1 month ago
About Yesenia Cortez
Focus areas
Cultural Diversity Issues
Relationship Struggles
Women's Issues Therapy
Depression
Self Esteem Issues
Work-Related Counseling
Racism Issues
Stress Management
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Individuals
Treatment approaches
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Compassion Focused
Narrative
Gestalt
Psychodynamic
Identity
Gender
FemaleEthnicity
Hispanic or Latinx
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know Yesenia Cortez
Hi there, I'm Yesenia!
Hello and welcome to my page! Congratulations on taking your first steps toward beginning your healing journey! I know it takes a lot of courage to begin this process and I am already immensely proud of you. For me, the greatest reward as a therapist is helping clients grow through discovering ways to make changes in their lives that allow for a hopeful future. I offer a warm, culturally sensitive, trauma-informed space for you to feel safe, validated, and authentic. I have experience working with individuals who suffer from depression, anxiety, trauma, self-esteem, struggles with processing grief, and cognitive distortions. My goal as a therapist is to be able to provide my clients with the tools, insight, and knowledge to be able to break free from previous negative coping strategies. Please feel free to contact me for a free, 15-minute phone consultation to determine whether we are a good therapeutic match, I look forward to hearing back from you!
My approach
The therapeutic approaches I utilize include and are not limited to Client-Centered Therapy; Cognitive Behavioral (CBT); Compassion Focused; Culturally Sensitive; Feminist; Gestalt; Heart Centered; Holistic; Mindfulness-Based; Multicultural; Narrative; Person-Centered; Positive Psychology; Psychodynamic; Racial Trauma Recovery; Solution Focused; Strength-Based; Supportive; and Trauma Focused
My focus
I enjoy working with professionals who are ready to work on themselves and heal. My ideal client has struggled with anxiety, depression, racial trauma, life transitions, women's and men's issues.
My communication style
I am empathetic but direct with my clients. Most people have "blind spots" and at times are unable to recognize when they have been in survival mode, and they can pick up negative habits/traits. I'd like to point that out to clients in a way that makes them feel aware and empowered to make changes. I also enjoy a collaborative approach and want clients to feel heard.
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Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- National University, Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy
NPI number
1801365671
Patient reviews
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Overall rating
4.75
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Yessenia understood me from the get go. She has been very patient in helping me on my healing journey. I appreciate her.
Less than 1 month agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Yessenia understood me from the get go. She has been very patient in helping me on my healing journey. I appreciate her.
Less than 1 month agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Yesenia is a great provider. She listens, gives feedback to you, and always makes you feel like you are in a safe space. I look forward to my weekly meetings with her.
Less than 1 month agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
A truly enjoy Yesenia’s personality and her therapeutic style. She clocked the problem from the first session and has been a huge help to me ever since. I’m so happy I found her and have her support.
Less than 1 month agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Yesenia is a great provider. She listens, gives feedback to you, and always makes you feel like you are in a safe space. I look forward to my weekly meetings with her.
Less than 1 month agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
She has introduced me with a new way of understanding people, myself and emotions entirely. She has guided me into how to control or feel my emotions, which is something I didn’t know how before.
Less than 1 month agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Yesenia is a great therapist. She listens, questions, and walks with you on your journey/understanding your feelings. When entering the session, it feels like you’re talking more with a friend than a therapist. I enjoyed our sessions together and always looked forward to them.
Less than 1 month agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
A truly enjoy Yesenia’s personality and her therapeutic style. She clocked the problem from the first session and has been a huge help to me ever since. I’m so happy I found her and have her support.
Less than 1 month agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
How soon can I make an appointment with Yesenia Cortez?
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Is Yesenia Cortez accepting new patients?
Yesenia Cortez generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Yesenia Cortez's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
Does Yesenia Cortez accept my insurance?
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Can I make an appointment with Yesenia Cortez online?
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What practice does Yesenia Cortez work with?
Yesenia Cortez works with Rula Health - L.A. East.
What are common reasons for patients to see Yesenia Cortez?
Yesenia Cortez frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Yesenia Cortez on their profile.
What languages does Yesenia Cortez speak?
Yesenia Cortez speaks English.