She is awesome! She listens to me and gives me homework and tells me the real. She makes me feel comfortable and she friendly and understanding.
J'lessa Yelder, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
J'lessa is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with J'lessa. View 10 reviews
- Great news, J'lessa is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Illinois
Recent reviews
J’lessa is a professional therapist with a lot of great knowledge and extremely helpful
More about J'lessa
- 3 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
I am licensed in Illinois with 3 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse
Self esteem
Depression
Attachment issues
Body image
Family problems
Impulsivity
Mood disorders
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Postpartum depression
Pregnancy and childbirth
Self-love
Women's issues
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Internal Family Systems
Licenses
J'lessa Yelder's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1972366722.
- LCSW · Illinois · 149.026480 · Expires November 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling, sometimes called teletherapy, refers to talk therapy delivered remotely through digital platforms, such as video calls, phone calls, or chat. It can be a great option for people who face barriers to traditional face-to-face therapy, such as those living in remote areas, individuals with mobility issues, or people with busy schedules that make it difficult to attend in-person sessions.
Teletherapy also offers greater convenience and flexibility, allowing clients to access care from the comfort of their homes. Research shows that the treatment outcomes with online counseling are often just as effective as with traditional therapy, providing a viable alternative for individuals seeking mental health support.
Reviews for J'lessa Yelder
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
She is awesome! She listens to me and gives me homework and tells me the real. She makes me feel comfortable and she friendly and understanding.
J’lessa is a professional therapist with a lot of great knowledge and extremely helpful
I felt comfortable with J’lessa right away. She has such an open and welcoming demeanor about her.
Very good listener and very supportive!!
J’lessa is a great listener. She repeats what she hears and then asks me what changes I am able to make and then she offer suggestions, so I don’t become overwhelmed.
Amazing insight, never talks in circles- very direct and to the point. Patient and understanding,
She is a great therapist.
First successful therapist I've had and am grateful to have worked with an intelligent, challenging in great ways, and a sense of humor therapist. Although I had her for short period of time, a lot of tears and a lot of laughs have helped me progress in my journey.
J'Lessa is awesome! I am new to speaking to a professional and the match with J'Lessa has been perfect. J'Lessa is brilliant and pushes where she needs to and listens when it's better, I would highly recommend her to anyone.
I honestly couldn’t have thought of any other person to be my therapist. She’s very attentive, not judgmental, not forceful, or you know the stereotype of having a therapist – She is amazing very patient very calm and very helpful, to be honest she’s the reason why I renewed my subscription
Frequently asked questions
Does J'lessa Yelder offer telehealth visits?
Yes. J'lessa Yelder works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does J'lessa Yelder speak?
J'lessa Yelder speaks English.
How many years of experience does J'lessa Yelder have?
J'lessa Yelder has 3 years of experience.
Where is J'lessa Yelder licensed to practice?
J'lessa Yelder is licensed to practice in Illinois.
Does J'lessa Yelder accept clients outside of the United States?
No, J'lessa Yelder does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does J'lessa Yelder offer?
J'lessa Yelder offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.
How can I communicate with J'lessa Yelder?
J'lessa Yelder can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with J'lessa Yelder?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.