Leo Yates
Inclusive therapy for stress, trauma, and healing Evidence-based support Affirming and inclusive care English and ASL sessions
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About
Leo Yates, MD, LCPC is a licensed therapist in Maryland with 13 years of experience helping people move through difficult emotional seasons with compassion, structure, and steady support. His work is grounded in evidence-based therapeutic techniques and is focused on helping clients manage concerns such as depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and stress, while also strengthening self-esteem and day-to-day coping.
He brings particular attention to the ways communication patterns, caregiver strain, and control-related struggles can affect relationships and overall well-being. Leo also helps clients explore life purpose and make sense of painful emotions such as guilt and shame, including the lingering impact of post-traumatic stress. His approach supports clients in building insight and practical strategies so challenges feel more understandable and more manageable over time.
Leo’s therapeutic style is inclusive and affirming, with a welcoming stance toward diverse identities and experiences, including LGBTQ clients. He can incorporate faith-based perspectives when that is meaningful to the client, while keeping the work centered on the client’s goals and values. Throughout therapy, he focuses on helping clients recognize inner strengths, practice forgiveness when appropriate, and move toward positive change with empathy, respect, and professional care.
He brings particular attention to the ways communication patterns, caregiver strain, and control-related struggles can affect relationships and overall well-being. Leo also helps clients explore life purpose and make sense of painful emotions such as guilt and shame, including the lingering impact of post-traumatic stress. His approach supports clients in building insight and practical strategies so challenges feel more understandable and more manageable over time.
Leo’s therapeutic style is inclusive and affirming, with a welcoming stance toward diverse identities and experiences, including LGBTQ clients. He can incorporate faith-based perspectives when that is meaningful to the client, while keeping the work centered on the client’s goals and values. Throughout therapy, he focuses on helping clients recognize inner strengths, practice forgiveness when appropriate, and move toward positive change with empathy, respect, and professional care.
- Location:
- Maryland, United States
- Years Experience:
- 13
- Gender:
- Male
- Languages Spoken:
- English, American Sign Language
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, LGBT, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Depression
Other areas of experience: Communication problems, Control issues, Forgiveness, Life purpose, Post-traumatic stress
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: MD LCPC LC6428
- NPI Number: 1538821418
- License: LCPC (Maryland)
Evidence-Based Support That Fits Online Life
Leo Yates uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help clients work through concerns like stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and caregiver strain in a practical, grounded way. In sessions, therapy often focuses on identifying patterns that keep someone feeling stuck, building skills to handle intense emotions, and creating strategies that support steadier day-to-day functioning.For clients impacted by trauma or post-traumatic stress, therapy can include careful, paced work that helps make sense of what happened and reduce the ways it shows up in the present. For those navigating guilt, shame, or control issues, the work can also include strengthening self-compassion, clarifying values, and practicing new ways of responding in relationships, especially when communication has been difficult.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Leo collaborates with clients to tailor the work to their goals, preferences, and identity, including an affirming stance toward LGBTQ clients and the option to include faith-based perspectives when that is meaningful.
Online therapy makes it easier to access support in the format that fits best - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - offering flexibility for busy schedules, travel, and day-to-day demands.
How much experience does Leo Yates have?
Leo Yates has 13 years of experience providing therapy and supporting clients through concerns such as stress, anxiety, trauma, grief, and depression.
Is Leo Yates a licensed therapist?
Yes. Leo Yates holds the credentials MD and LCPC, and is licensed in Maryland as an LCPC (MD LCPC LC6428).
In which languages does Leo Yates provide therapy?
Leo Yates provides therapy in English and American Sign Language.
Where is Leo Yates located?
Leo Yates is located in Maryland.
How can I work with Leo Yates as my therapist?
You can work with Leo Yates through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what fits your needs and what is available.
Does Leo Yates work with international clients?
Yes. Leo Yates works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Leo Yates cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the “Start Therapy” button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the “Start Therapy” button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.