Stephen (Steve) Yates, LMFT
Integrative LMFT with 35 years experience
- Couples and family work
- Trauma and mood support
- Video phone and messaging
About Stephen (Steve) Yates
Stephen (Steve) Yates is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with 35 years of experience working across a wide range of clinical settings. He has provided individual and couple therapy, family work, and both inpatient and outpatient treatment, and his training has extended into specialized roles such as hostage negotiator preparation. In addition to traditional counseling, he has been a certified hypnotherapist and has experience with spiritual counseling, which broadens the range of tools he can offer to clients.
Rather than adhering to a single method, he draws from multiple therapeutic approaches to tailor care to each person's circumstances, needs, and goals. He works with both mild and severe mental health concerns and addresses issues such as stress, anxiety, relationship and family difficulties, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting challenges, mood disorders, and many others. He aims to introduce ideas and techniques that may be new or different from what someone has tried previously.
Stephen does not present himself as having all the answers, but he focuses on practical strategies and methods intended to help people feel and function better as efficiently as possible. His central goal is to find what works best for each individual so they can make meaningful progress in their daily life.
Rather than adhering to a single method, he draws from multiple therapeutic approaches to tailor care to each person's circumstances, needs, and goals. He works with both mild and severe mental health concerns and addresses issues such as stress, anxiety, relationship and family difficulties, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting challenges, mood disorders, and many others. He aims to introduce ideas and techniques that may be new or different from what someone has tried previously.
Stephen does not present himself as having all the answers, but he focuses on practical strategies and methods intended to help people feel and function better as efficiently as possible. His central goal is to find what works best for each individual so they can make meaningful progress in their daily life.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Trauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementBipolar disorderCoping with life changes
Additional Focus Areas
Autism and Asperger SyndromeCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Hypnotherapy Mindfulness Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Stephen (Steve) Yates have?
Stephen (Steve) Yates has 35 years of clinical experience.
Is Stephen (Steve) Yates a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds the credential LMFT, which stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. License ID: LMFT-6.
In which languages does Stephen (Steve) Yates provide therapy?
Stephen (Steve) Yates provides therapy in English.
Where is Stephen (Steve) Yates located?
He is located in Idaho.
How can I work with Stephen (Steve) Yates as my therapist?
You can work with Stephen (Steve) Yates through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Stephen (Steve) Yates work with international clients?
Yes, Stephen (Steve) Yates works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Stephen (Steve) Yates 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 by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Integrating Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care
Stephen (Steve) Yates uses a mix of evidence-informed approaches tailored to each person's needs. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and learn practical skills to accept difficult feelings while committing to actions that support a meaningful life - it is often useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental relationship in which the therapist listens deeply and supports the client’s own capacity for growth - it can help with self-esteem, relationship concerns, and processing emotions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thought and behavior patterns and teaching tools to change them, which can be effective for depression, anxiety, and coping with daily challenges.Finding the best therapeutic approach is part of the collaborative process; Stephen works with each person to explore which methods fit their goals, preferences, and current situation, and adjusts the plan as progress unfolds. He aims to combine approaches in ways that make sense for the individual rather than following a one-size-fits-all model.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call or phone, and shorter or more frequent contacts are possible through live chat or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, access support from different locations, and maintain continuity of care when in-person sessions are not feasible. Licensed professionals and therapists can adapt techniques to each format to help clients move toward their goals.
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