Yvette Skope, LMFT
Big Island LMFT supporting families
- Person-centered care
- Solution-focused methods
- Family systems focus
About Yvette Skope
Yvette Skope is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing on the Big Island of Hawaii. She has built extensive experience working in Intensive In Home Services with youths and their families for over six years, and previously provided therapy and case management within adult mental health settings.
Her approach to therapy is intentionally eclectic, blending Solution-Focused, Structural, Narrative, and Collaborative models while also drawing on Person-Centered principles to meet clients where they are. She incorporates shadow work and inner child work when appropriate, supporting clients as they explore and reshape the stories that influence their lives. Yvette works as a catalyst for change, helping clients translate honest intentions into practical steps toward new patterns.
Yvette earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Hawaii at Hilo and a Master of Family Therapy from Argosy University. She is credentialed as an LMFT, which denotes a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Her clinical training includes practicum and workshop experiences in grief and loss, Internal Family Systems, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Sand Tray therapy.
She emphasizes the need for a therapeutic space where people feel heard and supported, recognizing that reaching out for help can feel intimidating. Yvette aims to hold that space so that intention can take root and the process of change can unfold.
Her approach to therapy is intentionally eclectic, blending Solution-Focused, Structural, Narrative, and Collaborative models while also drawing on Person-Centered principles to meet clients where they are. She incorporates shadow work and inner child work when appropriate, supporting clients as they explore and reshape the stories that influence their lives. Yvette works as a catalyst for change, helping clients translate honest intentions into practical steps toward new patterns.
Yvette earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Hawaii at Hilo and a Master of Family Therapy from Argosy University. She is credentialed as an LMFT, which denotes a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Her clinical training includes practicum and workshop experiences in grief and loss, Internal Family Systems, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Sand Tray therapy.
She emphasizes the need for a therapeutic space where people feel heard and supported, recognizing that reaching out for help can feel intimidating. Yvette aims to hold that space so that intention can take root and the process of change can unfold.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDissociationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesForgivenessHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Gottman Method Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Yvette Skope have?
She has 6 years of experience.
Is Yvette Skope a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LMFT, which stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Her license is registered in Hawaii as HI LMFT MFT-673.
In which languages does Yvette Skope provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Yvette Skope located?
She is located in Hawaii.
How can I work with Yvette Skope as my therapist?
Clients can work with Yvette through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Yvette Skope work with international clients?
She does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Yvette Skope cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as 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 clients with a therapist. Depending on availability, the first session can then be scheduled and may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Could virtual therapy be the right fit?
Many people wonder whether virtual therapy can truly help. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life changes, online therapy has been shown to be just as effective as traditional in-person sessions.One major benefit is flexibility. People can connect with a therapist in the format that best suits their routines and comfort level - via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. That flexibility often makes it easier to keep momentum in treatment and integrate therapeutic work into everyday life.
Licensed professionals provide these services, and clients may switch therapists at any time if a different fit is desired. Online therapy can allow consistent access to trained therapists while accommodating varied schedules and life circumstances.