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She/Her

Yolanda M. Robinson

DSW, LCSW

Honestly, every job I had before becoming a therapist became boring — and I had a lot of different jobs (everything from ice cream to software to eye tissue donation). Except for the people part. I always found a way to get to know the people and find ways to help them become successful in the job, or even help them find another path if the job didn't fit. I realized much later that people and how they reach their happy place is one of my own special interests. I love that you know what to expect when it comes to your schedule, but every day brings something new — and I never get bored in the world of therapy.

MY APPROACH TO THERAPY

Does your life feel chaotic and overwhelming? Together we can work to identify ways to reduce these feelings and achieve your goals. If you are a professional who is finding yourself overthinking, unorganized, overwhelmed, anxious, or lonely, we will likely work well together. Together we find ways for you to feel more confident and energized in business, academic, and social situations. We identify your goals and make a plan to get there. Tackling these things can be very challenging, so I try to make sure we also include some humor and joy as well as the hard work. Clients who most frequently report feeling connected with me are professionals or those in the university environment who are looking for someone to partner with them on their goals. I am very passionate about working with individuals who are in the LGBTQ2IA+ community. I am genuine, direct, honest, and have a wicked sense of humor. I am aware that therapy can often be challenging and difficult, so I also try to include some aspects of fun. I am also a passionate learner and consistently work to identify new research that may be helpful for you. I have received specialized training in working with the LGBTQ2IA+ community, trauma, depression, and anxiety. I also work with poly or kink-aligned relationships. I am extensively trained in CBT, DBT, psychoanalysis (preferred lens is Eriksonian), motivational interviewing, IFS, and ACT.

FUN FACTS

I love to read and can go through a couple hundred books a year if given the opportunity. I adore traveling — but oddly hate to fly. I suck it up and do it anyway! I am learning French. I'm terrible at it right now and likely will be for a long time, but I won't give up!

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EducaTiOn & cErTificaTiOns

Masters of Clinical Social Work, New York University
Focused Learning: LGBTQ2IA+ Treatment and Policy, Substance Use, Psychoanalysis
Doctorate of Clinical Social Work and Leadership, University of Tennessee
Focused Learning: TF-CBT, ACT, REBT, DBT, MB-CBT, MI, Review of Psychoanalysis
Licensed Clinical Social Worker Certified, Maryland
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, North Carolina
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, South Carolina
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Maine
Gottman Relational Therapy Level 3
Harvard Medical School Treating Addictions
Board Approved Supervisor for Maryland Social Workers
North Carolina Approved Supervisor for Professional Counselors
North Carolina Approved Supervisor for Social Workers
Treatment Implementation Collaborative Advanced DBT
Behavior Tech DBT for Substance Use Disorders

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SPECIALTIES & AREAS OF FOCUS

DBT
Eriksonian Lens
Psychoanalysis
Overwhelm
Anxiety
Supervision
Attachment Work
Identity Exploration
LGBTQIA+
Neurodivergent Affirming
ADHD
Autism
Gender Identity Exploration and Affirming
High Performing Professionals

MEET MY PET!

Pippin

INSURANCE & OPENINGS

Currently only open for private pay clients and have an extensive waitlist. Currently not open for supervision — will re-open in December 2027.

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