Dr. Cynthia Yamokoski , OH Psychologist P.6572

Dr. Cynthia Yamokoski is a licensed psychologist in Ohio with more than 15 years of clinical and research experience (OH Psychologist P.6572). She focuses on treating a wide range of concerns including post-traumatic stress disorder, depression, anxiety - including panic attacks and obsessive-compulsive symptoms - and prolonged grief. Her work includes extensive experience with people who have survived traumatic events, such as first responders, combat veterans, accidents, and sexual trauma occurring in childhood or adulthood.

She prefers time-limited, research-supported interventions and frequently uses cognitive behavioral techniques as part of treatment. Specific evidence-based protocols she applies include Cognitive Processing Therapy and Prolonged Exposure Therapy for PTSD, Exposure and Relapse Prevention for OCD, and CBT for depression. Before beginning a structured protocol, she ensures that people understand their options and participates in shared decision-making to select an approach that fits each person’s needs and goals.

Throughout her career she has supported many individuals in moving forward after difficult experiences, helping them reclaim purpose and meaning. Dr. Cynthia Yamokoski brings clinical expertise, a research-informed approach, and collaborative planning to each therapeutic relationship.

Trauma-informed and CBT approaches for online therapy

Dr. Cynthia Yamokoski uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and trauma-focused techniques to guide online care in a practical, goal-oriented way. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps people identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors that contribute to anxiety, depression, and other concerns, often through structured exercises and practice outside sessions. Trauma-Focused Therapy concentrates on processing and reducing the ongoing impact of traumatic events, using specific, research-backed methods to address symptoms of post-traumatic stress and related difficulties.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Dr. Cynthia Yamokoski works with each person to review treatment options, set priorities, and select interventions that match their needs, goals, and comfort with the work involved. This shared decision-making helps ensure that therapy fits practical and emotional preferences.

Online sessions can be delivered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, which allows therapists and licensed professionals to provide care with greater scheduling flexibility and easier access from different locations. These options make it simpler to maintain continuity of care while accommodating work, family, and other commitments, so people can engage in therapy in ways that suit their daily lives.