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Eugene Yamamoto, LCSW

Experienced California LCSW for life transitions
  • Stress and anxiety support
  • Depression and self esteem
  • Flexible online sessions

About Eugene Yamamoto

Eugene Yamamoto is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in California with 30 years of professional experience. He specializes in helping people manage stress, anxiety, motivation, self-esteem and confidence, depression, and the challenges of major life transitions, and he also offers coaching to support growth and resilience.

His work extends to a wide range of related concerns, including abandonment and attachment issues, adoption and foster care matters, caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, body image, blended family dynamics, communication and commitment problems, and personality-related challenges. He draws on several evidence-informed approaches to tailor care to each person's needs while honoring their strengths and life story.

Eugene approaches therapy from a collaborative, client-centered stance, treating each person as the expert of their own experience and building on existing resources to address what is most challenging. He recognizes the courage it takes to begin therapy and supports people through that first step. He is currently accepting clients, including international clients, and practices as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in California.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Imago Relationship Therapy Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Systemic Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Eugene Yamamoto have?

Eugene Yamamoto has 30 years of experience in professional practice.

Is Eugene Yamamoto a licensed therapist?

Yes. He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). License details: CA LCSW 65018.

In which languages does Eugene Yamamoto provide therapy?

He provides therapy in English.

Where is Eugene Yamamoto located?

He is located in California.

How can I work with Eugene Yamamoto as my therapist?

You can work with Eugene Yamamoto through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Eugene Yamamoto work with international clients?

Yes, Eugene Yamamoto works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Eugene Yamamoto 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 with therapy 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.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values, accept difficult emotions, and take practical steps toward a meaningful life. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and trouble with motivation by teaching skills to live in line with one’s priorities despite emotional pain.

Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships shape current patterns of connection and trust. It can be helpful for those experiencing relationship difficulties, abandonment concerns, or struggles with intimacy and attachment wounds.

Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, respect, and collaboration, creating a supportive space where the person’s own goals guide the work. This approach supports self-esteem, decision-making, and coping with life changes.

Finding the right approach is an active part of the therapeutic process. He will work collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging make it easier to fit care into a busy life, to access therapists from different locations, and to maintain continuity of support during transitions. Licensed professionals can deliver these approaches effectively through remote formats, making therapy more accessible and adaptable to individual schedules and circumstances.

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