Yeshara D. Acosta is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has been in the mental health field for 13+ years. They have worked with a wide range of community needs, with an emphasis on adolescents and families, specializing in trauma, relationship dynamics (with self and others), communication, emotional regulation, and expression through the arts and alternative evidence-based practices. Yeshara is a Certified Dialectical Behavioral Therapist (C-DBT), an Addictions-Informed Mental Health Professional (CAIMHP), and holds degrees in Social Work, International Studies, and Intercultural Communication.
The variety of professional experiences they’ve had has given them a unique perspective and diversified how they engage and educate community members from all walks of life. They are big on advocacy, education, and making learning enjoyable and accessible. They are passionate about teaching and love to facilitate workshops and groups, using what they’ve learned to support others so we can all care for each other even better.
Outside of work, Yeshara enjoys superhero movies and comic books, going to renaissance fairs, learning new things and going down rabbit holes on random topics, reading, building community, listening to music, dancing, writing poetry, cracking dad jokes, spending time with their family, being in the great outdoors, practicing intentional rest, and petting all the dogs they meet.
Yeshara is located in greater Los Angeles, CA. In-person speaking engagements beyond 90 miles may require a fee for travel expenses.
