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ART (Accelerated Resolution Therapy) to work through the tough stuff—faster, and without the emotional hangover of traditional therapy.
Virtual Counseling for California Residents
You’ve gotten really good at pretending you’re fine, but inside, you’re still stuck in what happened.
Your story doesn’t have to end in survival mode.
Picture life without the constant weight of trauma—where you're finally showing up as you again in your relationships, your career, your whole damn life… and you're excited for your future.
Using ART (Accelerated Resolution Therapy), we tackle the hard stuff with evidence-based techniques and guided eye movements—helping you release painful emotions, sensations, and triggers, fast and effectively.
With 20+ years of experience in mental health care, I’ve had the honor of walking alongside countless folks as they finally start loving their lives again.
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“I cannot believe how differently I feel. I don’t have the same thoughts and feelings I once had about my past experiences.”
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“I can finally move past any thought that creeps up without being affected by it.”
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“Opening up to people has always been a challenge, but Yoana made it so easy for me to do.”
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“I’ve seen other therapists before, but my experience with Yoana has been life-changing.”
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“Yoana helped me understand things about myself that I never saw before.”
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“Yoana is a warm, skilled therapist who helps children, youth, and adults overcome anxiety, perfectionism, and overwhelm. She's compassionate, structured, and empowering. I highly recommend her to anyone ready for change and lasting growth."
- Lisa Franks, LCSW
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"Yoana is guided by strong ethical values, cultural competency, and evidence-based practices in her clinical care. Yoana is a highly trained and skilled clinician who demonstrates sound clinical judgement. Yoana has a deep understanding and knowledge of various mental health challenges and strives to create a therapeutic environment that fosters safety, support, and a strong therapeutic alliance."
- Elena Castillo, LCSW
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“Yoana combines clinical expertise with deep empathy and intention. She helps clients grow, heal, and thrive. With a strong foundation in therapeutic modality and a genuine dedication to her clients' well-being, she creates a safe and productive space.“
- Sarah Fisher, LMFT
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Limited spots available as I keep a small case load to ensure quality.
Why spend another moment …
→ Stuck in the same loop of fear, panic, or flashbacks that just won’t quit.
→ Wondering if you’re too broken to bounce back. (Not true, by the way!)
→ Letting old wounds mess with your confidence, your joy, your life.
→ Carrying the weight of your trauma alone, convinced no one else would understand.
→ Watching your work, relationships, and peace of mind slowly fall apart.
→ Terrified this is just how it’s going to be forever.
Some topics we may discuss in session …
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→ How therapy can help you move through the hard stuff, build real confidence, and feel more like you again.
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→ A dive into Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART)—my go-to for trauma, anxiety, and more.
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→ How we work through the hard stuff in session, without leaving you feeling raw and broken after.
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→ My go-to therapies for PTSD, depression, anxiety, addiction, and grief.
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→ How to find your voice, recognize your strengths, and be resilient–even after trauma or anxiety broke you down.
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→ My favorite strategies for social anxiety, getting unstuck, and actually enjoying your life—fear not included.
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→ What burning out professionally may be doing to your mental health, and how to find your balance.
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→ How trauma can show up in your body, your emotions, and your relationships—often without you even realizing it.
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→ How distressing memories and images are stored in the brain–and how we can access them.
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→ The impact of cultural identity, generational gaps, and transition. (As a first-generation immigrant, I get it!)
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→ EMDR vs. ART therapies, and why ART is game-changing.
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→ How you can reprocess your trauma—and what healing can actually look like moving forward.
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→ My go-to coping tools for when trauma hijacks your day and won’t let go.
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→ The survival strategies your brain created to protect you—and how to honor them, thank your body, and start letting them go.
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→ What the deal is with eye movement and releasing trauma.
Meet The Therapist
Hey, I’m Yoana Armendariz, LMFT
First-gen immigrant. Wife. Therapist. Professional multitasker (AKA mom).
I’ve been through my own mental health rollercoaster, so I get how hard it is to keep going when anxiety, trauma, or burnout are running the show.
That’s why I’ve built a space where you can show up exactly as you are (messy, tired, unsure—all welcome), work through the tough stuff, and actually start feeling like you again. Confident, whole, and excited for what’s next.
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Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (Licensed through the California Board of Behavioral Sciences)
Master of Science in Counseling Psychology (Emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy, California Baptist University)
Bachelor of Science in Counseling Psychology (California Baptist University)
Pupil Personnel Services Credential in School Psychology (California Baptist University)
ART (Accelerated Resolution Therapy) Trained Therapist
Level 2 Trained Gottman Method Couples Therapy
Trained in IFS-informed practices
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