Shana Yi, LMFT
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Octave
At a glance
Shana is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Octave.
- Great news, Shana is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
More about Shana
- 13 years' experience
- Female
- LMFT
My style of working is warm, thoughtful, and direct, and I like to incorporate ideas from various modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, while tailoring my approaches to each client's goals and values. I am committed to helping people discover and enhance their emotional capacity in order to live more satisfying lives. My style tends to be solution-focused while being present with authenticity, empathy, and humor.
My work in the mental health field started at an agency where I had the opportunity to provide therapy and crisis support for women in abusive relationships. After my traineeship at this agency, I served a younger population (adolescents) and their families at a non-profit organization both in the community and at a crisis stabilization unit. I have also worked as a case manager and outpatient therapist at Alameda County and as a Care Advocate at Optum. I have been with Kaiser Permanente since 2015 as a psychiatric consultant in the ER setting, therapist in Oncology, and recently transitioned to a clinical supervisor role where I train and supervise pre-masters trainees. I have been a psychotherapist in a private practice setting for the last 5 years.
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Relational
- Solution-Focused
- Strengths-Based
Licenses
Shana Yi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1962691972.
- LMFT · California · 52094 · Renews May 2026
About online therapy
- Affordable.
- Get high-quality therapy without the high price. Clients pay an average of $28 per session with in-network insurance.
- Convenient.
- Schedule sessions that fit your life, not the other way around.
- Available now.
- No long waitlists. Get matched with a licensed therapist and start therapy as soon as your benefits are confirmed.
Octave makes evidence-based therapy easier to access and easier to afford. Whether you're seeking support for anxiety, depression, stress, relationships, or life transitions, Octave connects you to thoroughly vetted therapists that can meet on your schedule, take insurance, and care about helping you find clarity.
It works: 74% of Octave clients see meaningful improvement with their depression and anxiety symptoms in three months, and outcomes consistently exceed national averages.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Shana Yi offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Shana Yi 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 Shana Yi speak?
Shana Yi speaks English.
How many years of experience does Shana Yi have?
Shana Yi has 13 years of experience.
Where is Shana Yi licensed to practice?
Shana Yi is licensed to practice in California.
Does Shana Yi accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Shana Yi 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 Shana Yi offer?
Shana Yi offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Motivational Interviewing, and Attachment-Based Therapy.
How can I communicate with Shana Yi?
Shana Yi 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 Shana Yi?
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 BOOK NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to Octave's website to start your therapy journey. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.