- Guilt and shame
- Communication problems
- Life purpose
About Therasa
Therasa Yehling is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Illinois with 22 years of clinical experience. She works with people who carry guilt and shame, and she also helps those dealing with communication problems, questions about life purpose, and struggles with self-love.
Yehling draws on long experience in trauma, domestic violence, and related areas. She has worked with people affected by sexual assault, human trafficking, child abuse, and other forms of violence. That background shapes how she recognizes and talks about shame and guilt that come from painful events or from long-standing family or cultural patterns.
In sessions she focuses on practical steps and honest conversation. She listens for how guilt or shame shows up day to day, then helps people name those patterns and test different ways of responding. The aim is clearer thinking and fewer automatic reactions that keep someone stuck.
Her practice also addresses mood struggles, grief and loss, chronic health challenges, ADHD, and co-dependency. She brings experience with recovery from cults and with people processing the aftermath of violent crime. That range helps when guilt or shame intersects with other life stressors.
Outside work she spends time with her husband and son and follows a Buddhist practice. She mentions a lively laugh and a steady curiosity about books and popular culture. Those personal notes show a therapist who balances serious clinical work with ordinary, relatable life.
Therapeutic approaches and how online sessions fit
Therasa Yehling uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on trauma recovery and symptom management. One common approach addresses trauma responses by helping people make sense of traumatic memories and reduce their hold on daily life; this can help when guilt or shame is tied to past events. Another approach focuses on practical skills for mood and relationship problems, teaching ways to change unhelpful thought patterns and improve communication.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. She will collaborate with each person to choose methods that fit their concerns, goals, and preferences. That means experimenting early on and adjusting methods if something does not feel helpful.
Confirm the therapist's current session formats before booking, since the profile does not list specific options. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into busy days - for example a shorter video check-in can work during a lunch break, or an audio session may be simpler when bandwidth is limited. Licensed professionals often use these practical options to reduce travel time and help therapy slot into an everyday schedule.
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Experience
22+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of guilt or shame does she address?
She works with guilt and shame tied to past trauma, difficult relationships, and choices people regret, as well as shame related to identity and self-worth.
How does she approach feelings of guilt and shame?
Her style emphasizes clear, practical conversation. She helps people notice patterns, name feelings, and try different responses to reduce getting stuck.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 22 years of experience working in trauma, domestic violence, and social work settings.
What are her credentials and location?
She is an LCSW licensed in Illinois and practices from that state.
Does she work in other languages or accept international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and she does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are offered?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as the original profile does not list specific session formats.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.