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Cynthia Yee

Therapist · California

Cynthia Yee

LMFT

Licensed MFT - Life purpose and relationships

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Experience
10 years
Based in
California
Sessions
Online
Languages
English
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Career direction
  • Self esteem work

About Cynthia

Cynthia Yee is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in California with 10 years of professional experience. She works with adults who are dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, low self-esteem, career questions, and major life changes. She also focuses on forgiveness, life purpose, and building self-love. Cynthia believes clients know their own stories and brings a practical, strengths-based style to sessions. She helps people name what feels stuck and try concrete steps to change how they think and act. Conversations are direct and focused on the problems a person brings, with attention to emotional responses and everyday choices. In sessions she supports exploration of values and priorities to clarify what matters next. This often includes discussing career direction, repairing or rethinking close relationships, and coping with transitions. She works with clients to identify small behavioral changes that can reduce anxiety and increase confidence. Cynthia frames setbacks as sources of information rather than failure. She encourages clients to experiment with new habits, reflect on outcomes, and adjust plans as needed. The work is collaborative - she and the client test ideas and track progress together. Her approach is practical and grounded in evidence-based therapeutic techniques. People who want to think through life purpose, build self-love, or develop better coping skills may find this focus helpful.

License and NPI on record

LMFT
California · 145020

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Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changes

Additional focus areas

Experience

10+ years

Credentials

California

Languages

English

Evidence-based approaches and online sessions

Cynthia draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on thoughts, behaviors, and practical problem solving. Cognitive-focused methods look at unhelpful thinking patterns and teach ways to reframe or test those thoughts; this can help reduce anxiety and clarify decisions about work or relationships. Behavioral strategies emphasize small, measurable actions such as scheduling tasks, practicing new communication habits, or building routines to manage stress. She treats the choice of method as part of the work. Cynthia will collaborate with each client to try approaches that fit their goals and preferences. Together they evaluate what helps and adjust methods as needed rather than committing to a single path up front. Confirm current session options before booking to know what formats are offered. Many people find online sessions useful for fitting therapy into a busy day, removing travel time, and allowing shorter check-ins when schedules demand it. If you want to explore life purpose, repair relationships, or build self-love while keeping therapy flexible, discuss format options during the initial questionnaire and scheduling step so sessions match your practical needs.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of issues does she help with?

She works with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, self-esteem, career questions, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include forgiveness, life purpose, and self-love.

How does she approach someone who feels stuck?

She uses a practical, strengths-based approach that identifies small, testable steps. Conversations focus on values, behavior changes, and tracking what works.

How much experience does she have?

She has 10 years of professional work experience as a clinician in California.

What are her credentials and where is she based?

She is a California Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and practices in California.

Does she work in languages other than English?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can I work with her from another country?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

How are sessions arranged and paid?

Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What should I do to begin working with her?

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