AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDissociationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesForgivenessHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
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Person-centered approach
Mindfulness-informed work
Strengths focused
About Yvette
Yvette Skope is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) practicing on the Big Island of Hawaii. She helps people facing stress, anxiety, grief, relationship strain, trauma and abuse, depression, addiction concerns, parenting challenges, and other life changes. She also supports people dealing with issues like ADHD, body image, caregiver stress, and intimacy-related concerns.
Yvette draws on a mix of approaches to meet each person where they are. She favors person-centered work that listens first and then helps clients shape the direction of change. She often brings in mindfulness-based ideas so clients can notice patterns and respond differently to difficult thoughts and feelings.
Her background includes six years working in intensive in-home services with youth and families, and additional experience in adult mental health where she combined therapy and case management. She holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Hawaii at Hilo and a master’s degree in family therapy from Argosy University.
In sessions she uses practical, grounded methods such as elements of cognitive behavioral work and dialectical behavior skills to address symptoms and daily functioning. She also integrates narrative, structural, shadow work, and inner child techniques when those fit a person’s goals.
Yvette emphasizes listening and creating a steady space for change. She works collaboratively to set intentions, try small shifts, and build on what is already working in a person's life.
How these approaches translate to online therapy
Mindfulness Therapy helps people notice thoughts and bodily sensations without getting swept away by them. It often teaches simple attention exercises and breath awareness to reduce reactivity and calm anxious or overwhelming moments.
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on being heard and respected. The therapist follows the client's lead, offers empathy, and helps the person discover their own solutions and values.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It uses straightforward exercises to test unhelpful beliefs and try new behaviors that improve mood and daily functioning.
Finding the right approach is part of therapy. Yvette will work with clients to decide which combination of methods fits their needs, goals, and preferences. That collaborative process helps shape what happens in sessions and keeps work practical and goal-focused.
If you are considering online sessions, confirm the specific formats offered before you book. Many people find online work helps fit therapy into busy days, reduces travel time, and allows shorter check-ins when needed. Online options can make it easier to maintain continuity during life changes and to practice skills between appointments.
These summaries are based on the profile information listed on BetterHelp. Listing mindfulness as an approach does not mean a therapist holds a formal mindfulness training or certificate.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Yvette help with?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, relationship and intimacy issues, addictions, parenting and family-related concerns, and ADHD among other challenges.
How would you describe her therapy style?
She emphasizes listening first and works collaboratively to set goals. Sessions blend person-centered listening with practical tools and mindfulness ideas.
What is her clinical background?
Yvette has six years of clinical experience, including intensive in-home services with youth and families and prior adult mental health work combining therapy and case management.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is a licensed marriage and family therapist - LMFT - in Hawaii and practices on the Big Island.
Can I meet with her in a language other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with this therapist?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.
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