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Yolanda Butcher
About
Hello and welcome! I am looking forward to meeting and working with you. I am a dedicated and culturally sensitive, licensed clinical social work professional with licensure in Michigan and Florida I possess extensive experience working with neurodiverse adults and persons with autism providing individual, group, and family therapy. I have experience providing therapy and supportive counseling in the areas of ADHD and ADD, Autism, abuse and neglect, severe and persistent mental illness, anxiety, depression, life transitions, family dysfunction, substance abuse, stress management, relationship issues, grief and loss, self-esteem issues, and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.I have extensive experience working with women with trauma histories, LGBTQ+ individuals , adults with addictions , medical conditions, and culturally diverse populations.My counseling style is collaborative. I am passionate about supporting you on your journey to improved mental health and wellbeing. I create a trauma informed environment that is psychologically safe and welcoming allowing you to unpack your thoughts without fear of criticism or rejection. My goal is to partner with you, allowing you to utilize your unique strengths and resilience to overcome challenges. I believe in you, your uniqueness, and together we can achieve the positive outcomes you desire.
My motivation for working with autistic adults stems from my personal experiences with neurodiversity, and a commitment to empowering others who have lived with difference and intersecting identities to feel empowered and celebrate their unique identities. My goal is to help clients make progress overcoming or resolving their challenges, build on their strengths, and feeling confident and successful in their authentic selves. Together, we can build a life that allows you to feel, supported, and empowered to live the life you desire.
My style is affirming, strength-based, and collaborative. I believe you are the expert on your life, and I want you to feel seen, heard, and valued. I believe you have intrinsic strengths that can be used to navigate what is blocking you from achieving your goals and living the life you desire. I listen to you and validate your lived experiences, creating safety and the freedom to speak freely and authentically.
