Jamielyn 'Jamie' Yates

Jamielyn 'Jamie' Yates is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Missouri who helps people feeling isolated and alone. She works with adults coping with stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, and low self-esteem. Jamie aims to listen without judgment and to help clients find practical steps forward.

Jamie uses straightforward methods like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy to address unhelpful thoughts and patterns. She focuses on skills that can change day-to-day thinking and behavior. Conversations center on what is getting in the way of a more satisfying life and on building tools to manage strong emotions.

Her work includes supporting people dealing with codependency, communication problems, guilt and shame, and life changes such as hospice and end-of-life concerns. She also addresses issues related to gender dysphoria, loneliness, and relationship styles like polyamory and non-monogamy. Sessions aim to reduce distress and increase self-direction over time.

With five years of clinical experience, Jamie brings a practical, skills-based style to sessions. She emphasizes small, concrete changes that add up. Clients can expect clear, focused conversations and collaborative planning for next steps.

Jamie holds an LPC credential in Missouri. She conducts sessions in English and does not take international clients. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule according to therapist availability.

How Jamie Uses Therapy Approaches Online

Jamie commonly draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy to guide online work. CBT focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors; it is useful for anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem. DBT emphasizes emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal skills, which can help when feelings are intense or relationships feel chaotic.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will work together with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and day-to-day needs. That collaborative exploration can include trying different skills and checking what helps most over time.

Confirm the session formats before booking so you know how sessions are arranged. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow check-ins during short breaks. It also makes skills practice and homework simpler to share between meetings. Ask about current scheduling options when you complete the matching questionnaire so you have a clear plan before your first session.