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Yonna Swingholm

LCSW, LICSW

Yonna Swingholm , LCSW, LICSW

Therapist in California

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About Yonna

Yonna Swingholm is a seasoned psychotherapist with 25 years of clinical experience who combines practical techniques with a strong emphasis on the therapeutic relationship. She holds LCSW and LICSW credentials, which reflect advanced licensure in clinical social work and specialized training in treating complex emotional and behavioral concerns. She also holds a master’s degree in Social Work from Walla Walla University.

Her practice is integrative, drawing primarily on cognitive behavioral methods while centering each client’s goals and preferences. She emphasizes collaboration, working with clients to identify clear objectives and then matching therapeutic tools to those priorities. This approach allows for flexibility in addressing issues such as stress, anxiety, trauma or abuse, grief, depression, relationship and family concerns, addiction, and a range of sexuality and intimacy-related matters.

Swingholm has extensive experience with military and special operations communities and has lived and worked with numerous Native Tribes across North America. She is a certified yoga and meditation instructor and has served as a trainer on the seminar circuit for integrating holistic treatment into healthcare. Her work reflects a belief in people’s capacity for growth and healing and a commitment to tailoring treatment to what makes the most sense for each individual.

Evidence-Informed Approaches Online

Yonna Swingholm draws on client-centered therapy to create a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where clients lead the conversation and the therapist reflects and helps clarify priorities - this approach is useful for exploring identity, relationships, and life purpose. She also uses cognitive behavioral therapy - CBT offers practical strategies to identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and can be effective for anxiety, depression, stress, and sleep difficulties. Additionally, Mindfulness Therapy informs her work by teaching present-moment awareness and self-regulation skills that can help with trauma responses, coping with change, and emotional regulation.

Finding the right blend of approaches is treated as a collaborative process. Yonna partners with each person to assess needs, preferences, and goals, and then adapts techniques so the work fits the individual rather than forcing a single method.

Online therapy with Yonna can include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility to fit different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, access treatment from home or on the go, and choose the communication style that feels most effective for each stage of therapy.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Yonna Swingholm have?

Yonna Swingholm has 25 years of experience as a psychotherapist.

Is Yonna Swingholm a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credentials LCSW and LICSW. Her license details include CA LCSW 68367 and WA LICSW LW00008005.

In which languages does Yonna Swingholm provide therapy?

Yonna Swingholm provides therapy in English.

Where is Yonna Swingholm located?

She is located in California.

How can I work with Yonna Swingholm as my therapist?

You can work with Yonna Swingholm through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Yonna Swingholm work with international clients?

Yonna Swingholm does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Yonna Swingholm cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseGriefDepressionCoping with life changes

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Divorce and separationFamily of origin issuesFirst responder issuesGuilt and shameLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesPost-traumatic stressSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualityWomen's issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Existential TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

25+ years

Licensed

Washington, California

Languages

English

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