Accepted insurance & self-pay
About Yvonne
Yvonne Schilling, a Licensed Professional Counselor, has 25 years of experience in the mental health field and specializes in marriage and family therapy. Yvonne is certified in violence prevention and intervention and provides a unique perspective on family dynamics and healthy relationships. Yvonne works with children, teens, adults, couples, and families, addressing issues like depression, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, grief/loss, mood disorders, and adjustment-related concerns.
Yvonne holds a Master’s in Counseling Psychology from Our Lady of the Lake University. Her training in family systems equips her to support clients through repetitive cycles and patterns in relationships. She focuses on fostering insight, improving communication, and building healthier connections. Her compassionate, systems-based approach helps clients navigate life transitions and rediscover their potential.
If you are struggling more days than not, Yvonne invites you to reach out. She believes in exploring the unknown together because within it lies your untapped potential. Her goal is to walk alongside you on the path to growth, healing, and greater clarity in individual and relational challenges.

"I have worked in the mental health field for over 25 years and I love providing quality, evidence-based care in a variety of outpatient settings."
Get to know Yvonne
Why did you decide to become a counselor or psychiatric provider?
I want to help people through life transitions/changes.
What types of clients do you work with best?
College students, couples, family, and adults.
What type of clients are you most excited to work with?
Individuals motivated to change, individuals willing to explore the unknown, and individuals seeking to improve work/life balance.
What's one thing you wish all clients knew?
Focus on what you do have control over and not waste time or energy on things you don't have control over.
Why did you choose to practice at Thriveworks?
Thriveworks is well established, has name recognition and is selective with their Providers to ensure quality services.
What inspires you?
When clients take control over their thoughts, emotions and behavior. When they are no longer controlled by others.
What can clients expect in their first session with you?
First session is meet and greet, get to know you and understand your concerns and goals.
What do you want to accomplish with an individual in their first session?
Identify the problem or concern and how you will know it is no longer a concern. What would you be doing different?
What should clients know about you before scheduling a first session?
I believe you are the Expert on your life and I provide support, objectivity, and insight to help you grow and learn about yourself.
What do you do for fun/on your time off?
I like to hike, bike, and go camping
What's one thing about you that defines you (non-professional)?
I like to always be learning. We can't teach what we don't know, and we don't know what we don't know until we know it.
Other areas of focus
Education and training
- Years in practice
- 25 years
- Graduating institute
- Our Lady of the Lake University
- Graduating degree
- Master of Science in Counseling Psychology
