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Yasmeen Fontenot

Yasmeen Fontenot

LPC

Therapist · Louisiana · 3+ years of experience

Compassionate counselor for anger and stress

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  • Helps manage anger
  • Focus on communication
  • Builds self-love

About Yasmeen

Yasmeen Fontenot is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Louisiana who helps people manage stress, anger, anxiety, depression, and relationship struggles. She focuses on practical skills that make everyday life easier. Her work also addresses trauma and abuse and aims to reduce shame and overwhelm.

Yasmeen emphasizes clear communication and tools people can use between sessions. She guides clients through self-discovery and practices that build self-love and resilience. Many clients explore ways to handle control issues and social anxiety in real situations rather than only talking about them.

Her sessions are culturally responsive and grounded in respect for each person’s background. She creates a calm, affirming space where people can name what’s hard and try new responses. The therapist uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to shape the work, matching methods to each person’s needs.

Yasmeen draws on three years of experience as an LPC in Louisiana. She helps people develop practical coping strategies, improve communication, and rebuild trust in themselves after difficult experiences. The goal is steady, sustainable progress rather than quick fixes.

People interested in working on anger, relationship problems, or social anxiety will find a straightforward approach focused on small changes that add up. Sessions emphasize skills practice, clearer boundaries, and stronger self-regard so people feel more able to handle stress and conflict.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseAnger managementDepression

Additional focus areas

Communication problemsControl issuesSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobia

Experience

3+ years

Credentials

Louisiana

Languages

English

How therapy methods translate to online work

Yasmeen uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address problems like anger, anxiety, and trauma. One common approach helps people learn practical emotion-regulation skills so they can notice triggers and respond differently in heated moments. Another approach focuses on improving communication and boundaries, teaching clear ways to express needs and manage conflict without escalation.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to choose methods that match their goals, preferences, and the challenges they bring to sessions. That process can include trying different strategies and adjusting based on what feels most helpful.

Session format details were not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, helping people attend sessions without extra travel and allowing check-ins during breaks or between commitments. It can also let someone choose a quieter setting or use a phone call when bandwidth or camera use is difficult. Licensed professionals can tailor session length and pacing to match daily life and treatment goals.

At a glance

Listed location
Louisiana
Experience
3+ years
Credentials
LPC
Languages
English
License (Louisiana)
LPC · No. 9834
NPI
1346961463

As listed by the therapist. You can check a license with the state board and an NPI with the national registry.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist address?

She supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, anger, depression, relationship struggles, trauma and abuse, and related issues like communication problems and social anxiety.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

The approach is practical and person-centered, with an emphasis on skills people can use between sessions to manage emotions and improve communication.

What is her background and experience?

She has three years of professional experience working as a counselor in Louisiana, focusing on helping people navigate emotional challenges and personal growth.

What credentials and location are listed for the therapist?

She holds the LPC credential, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor, and practices in Louisiana.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats are available?

The original biography does not specify session formats, so confirm current session options before booking to be sure they meet your needs.

How is payment handled and what does therapy cost?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with this therapist?

Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Before you start

  • Online talk therapy is not a court-ordered or mandated anger-management course, and it does not provide attendance certificates.
  • Check that the location and license details above fit where you live.
  • If anyone is at risk of being harmed, contact emergency services or a domestic-abuse helpline first. See the support lines for the US, UK and Australia.
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