Yvonne Ekama, PMHNP
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Brightside Health
At a glance
Yvonne is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Brightside Health.
- Great news, Yvonne is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California, Colorado, and 5 more
More about Yvonne
- 2 - 4 years' experience
- Female
- PMHNP
Yvonne Ekama is a dual board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner with over 18 years of healthcare experience. She specializes in treating adults with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, trauma, sleep disturbances, and life stressors. With a foundation in both physical and mental health care, Yvonne provides holistic, evidence-based treatment that combines medication management with supportive therapy. Her approach is warm, empathetic, and deeply collaborative, empowering clients to take an active role in their healing journey.
Yvonne is passionate about building trusting therapeutic relationships through open communication and personalized care. She brings experience from hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings, which has shaped her dedication to patient-centered mental health support. She is especially committed to serving diverse communities, including BIPOC, veterans, immigrants, and individuals navigating chronic illness or trauma. Outside of her clinical work, Yvonne enjoys traveling, spending time with her family, and encouraging balance and self-care in all areas of life.
Brightside Health is a fully online mental health practice providing life-changing care for anxiety, depression, and related conditions through personalized Psychiatry and Therapy services available to all 50 states. Named the "best online psychiatry service" for 4 years in a row by such publications as Forbes, Healthline, Yahoo, VeryWellMind and Everyday Health among others.
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Prescription Medication
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
- Compassion Focused
- Culturally Sensitive
- Emotionally Focused
- Interpersonal
- Intervention
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Person-Centered
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Licenses
Yvonne Ekama's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1710753314.
- PMHNP · California
- PMHNP · Colorado
- PMHNP · Michigan
- PMHNP · Montana
- PMHNP · New Jersey
- PMHNP · New York
- PMHNP · Oregon
About online healthcare
- Affordable.
- Get high-quality care for a low flat fee without the high cost.
- Convenient.
- Get the care you need, when and where it works for you.
- Available now.
- No waiting lists. No phone calls. Just complete a short online assessment and get treatment in as little as 48 hours.
Brightside makes it easy to get professional help through secure video sessions, messaging, and personalized care plans. It’s ideal for people who want effective treatment without the hassle of commuting or scheduling delays. Starting at $95 per month, Brightside is typically far more affordable than traditional in-person care. Clinical studies show that Brightside’s evidence-based approach delivers real results: Most members see significant improvement within 12 weeks, many achieving full remission.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Yvonne Ekama offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Yvonne Ekama 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 Yvonne Ekama speak?
Yvonne Ekama speaks English.
How many years of experience does Yvonne Ekama have?
Yvonne Ekama has 2 - 4 years of experience.
Where is Yvonne Ekama licensed to practice?
Yvonne Ekama is licensed to practice in California, Colorado, Michigan, Montana, New Jersey, New York, and Oregon.
Does Yvonne Ekama accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Yvonne Ekama 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 [a major teletherapy service] experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Yvonne Ekama offer?
Yvonne Ekama offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Psychodynamic Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Client-Centered Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Yvonne Ekama?
Yvonne Ekama 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 Yvonne Ekama?
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.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
And recovery is possible.
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.