- Anxiety and panic
- Trauma-focused care
- Practical CBT tools
About Cynthia
Dr. Cynthia Yamokoski helps people facing anxiety, panic attacks, trauma, and related concerns. She is an Ohio psychologist with 15 years of clinical experience. Her approach focuses on clear steps and practical tools to reduce distress and restore daily functioning.
She works with people who are coping with panic disorder and panic attacks, post-traumatic stress, depression, OCD, prolonged grief, and other stress-related problems. Sessions begin with a shared discussion of options so each person understands possible paths forward. Dr. Yamokoski favors time-limited methods that emphasize learning specific skills and tracking progress.
Her work draws on cognitive behavioral therapy to identify unhelpful thought patterns and change behaviors that keep problems going. She also uses trauma-focused therapy when trauma is a central issue, adapting the work to the person’s pace and needs. Treatment plans are practical and structured, with clear goals and homework between meetings.
Clients who have experienced disaster, first-responder stress, combat exposure, accidents, or sexual trauma are part of her clinical background. She combines clinical practice with research-informed techniques to guide recovery and symptom reduction.
Dr. Yamokoski communicates in plain language and emphasizes collaborative decision-making. She encourages people to ask questions about methods and expected steps before committing to a specific course of care.
How cognitive and trauma-focused work translates to online care
Dr. Yamokoski uses cognitive behavioral therapy to help people spot and change thoughts and behaviors that fuel anxiety and panic. CBT sessions focus on practical exercises, thought records, and gradual behavior changes to reduce symptoms and improve daily routines.She also uses trauma-focused therapy when a history of traumatic events is central. That work involves processing traumatic memories in a structured way, teaching coping strategies, and building skills to manage strong emotions after traumatic experiences.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist collaborates with each person to choose or adapt methods based on needs, goals, and comfort with the techniques. Decisions are made together and can evolve as progress is tracked.
Confirm the session formats available before booking since specific online options are not listed in the biography. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life - for example, shorter check-ins when schedules are tight, or sessions that avoid commuting. It also lets people practice skills between meetings in the settings where daily life happens, which can speed up learning and make changes more relevant.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
15+ years
Listed in
Ohio
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she address?
She helps people with anxiety, panic attacks, PTSD, depression, OCD, grief, and related stress and coping concerns.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is practical and collaborative, using clear steps, skill-building, and shared decision-making about treatment options.
What experience does she bring to therapy?
She has 15 years of experience working clinically and with research on trauma, anxiety, depression, and related conditions.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is listed as OH Psychologist P.6572 and practices in Ohio.
In which language are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What steps do I take to begin therapy?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.