Dr. Yvonka De Ridder, LCMFT
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Talkspace
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At a glance
Yvonka is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Talkspace.
- FSA/HSA accepted
- Great news, Yvonka is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks Afrikaans and English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Florida, Maryland, and 1 more
More about Yvonka
- 13 years' experience
- Female
- LCMFT
At this time, I am taking messaging only clients. Life is meant to be lived with joy and authenticity. Too often, we become shaped by society’s rules, cultural taboos, and the expectations of others—losing sight of who we truly are. Without realizing it, we adopt beliefs that limit our happiness and potential. In therapy, we’ll take the time to explore and challenge those patterns, helping you create a life that feels true to you. Change can happen faster than you think, and it’s never too late to start living fully—for yourself. I’m here to guide and support you every step of the way.- Dr. Yvonka
Specialties
Insurance Accepted
- Aetna
- Alignment Health Plan
- Allegiance
- Afterwood Advantage
- Anthem Blue Cross California
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Indiana
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Kentucky
- Empire BlueCross BlueShield
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Virginia
- Asuris
- AvMed
- Florida Blue
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
- Blue Cross of Idaho
- BridgeSpan
- Anthem
- Cigna
- ConnectiCare
- District 9
- EmblemHealth
- First Choice Health
- Health First
- Health Management Administrators
- HealthSelect of Texas
- Horizon NJ
- Intercultural Physicians Network
- Kelsey Care
- LifeWise
- Mass General Brigham Health Plan
- Medica
- Medicare
- Meritain
- Optum
- Oscar Health
- Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska
- Premera Blue Cross of Washington
- Providence Health Plan
- Regence Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Rocky Mountain Health Plan
- UnitedHealthcare
- Sutter Health Plan
- Tricare
- Tyson Health Plan
- UMR
- Ventura County Health Care Plan
- Western Health Advantage
Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive behavioral (CBT)
- Emotionally focused
- Family systems
- Forensic psychology
- Gestalt
- Gottman method
- Humanistic
- Interpersonal
- Jungian
- Mindfulness-based (MBCT)
- Neuro-linguistic
- Psychoanalytic
- Trauma focused
Licenses
Dr. Yvonka De Ridder's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1255753604.
- LCMFT · Florida
- LCMFT · Maryland
- LCMFT · Virginia
About online healthcare
- Affordable.
- Pay a simple copay with insurance (often $30 or less). No insurance? Self-pay plans start around $69 per week with predictable pricing.
- Convenient.
- Get support on your terms. Message your therapist anytime and schedule live video, audio, or chat sessions when you need real-time care.
- Available now.
- No waitlists. No phone calls. Complete a quick online assessment and start connecting with a licensed therapist fast.
Talkspace makes professional mental health care easy to access and easy to fit into your life. Whether you prefer ongoing messaging support or live therapy sessions, Talkspace connects you with licensed providers through a secure, easy-to-use platform. With flexible formats, insurance coverage, and proven effectiveness, Talkspace offers a modern alternative to traditional in-person therapy.
Get started today and take the first step toward feeling better.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Dr. Yvonka De Ridder offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Dr. Yvonka De Ridder 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 Dr. Yvonka De Ridder speak?
Dr. Yvonka De Ridder speaks Afrikaans and English.
How many years of experience does Dr. Yvonka De Ridder have?
Dr. Yvonka De Ridder has 13 years of experience.
Where is Dr. Yvonka De Ridder licensed to practice?
Dr. Yvonka De Ridder is licensed to practice in Florida, Maryland, and Virginia.
Does Dr. Yvonka De Ridder accept FSA/HSA?
Yes, Dr. Yvonka De Ridder accepts FSA/HSA meaning you can pay for sessions with your pre-tax healthcare dollars. Every year hundreds of thousands of people use their FSA/HSA to pay for therapy.
Does Dr. Yvonka De Ridder accept insurance?
Yes, Dr. Yvonka De Ridder accepts Aetna, Alignment Health Plan, Allegiance, Afterwood Advantage, Anthem Blue Cross California, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Indiana, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Kentucky, Empire BlueCross BlueShield, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Virginia, Asuris, AvMed, Florida Blue, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, Blue Cross of Idaho, BridgeSpan, Anthem, Cigna, ConnectiCare, District 9, EmblemHealth, First Choice Health, Health First, Health Management Administrators, HealthSelect of Texas, Horizon NJ, Intercultural Physicians Network, Kelsey Care, LifeWise, Mass General Brigham Health Plan, Medica, Medicare, Meritain, Optum, Oscar Health, Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska, Premera Blue Cross of Washington, Providence Health Plan, Regence Blue Cross Blue Shield, Rocky Mountain Health Plan, UnitedHealthcare, Sutter Health Plan, Tricare, Tyson Health Plan, UMR, Ventura County Health Care Plan, and Western Health Advantage.
Does Dr. Yvonka De Ridder accept clients outside of the United States?
Yes, Dr. Yvonka De Ridder accepts 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 Dr. Yvonka De Ridder offer?
Dr. Yvonka De Ridder offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Internal Family Systems, Gottman Method, Jungian Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Dr. Yvonka De Ridder?
Dr. Yvonka De Ridder can be engaged in any one of three ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, or (3) 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 Dr. Yvonka De Ridder?
Just tap the BOOK 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.