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I have extensive experience with many mental health diagnoses, and I feel that this makes me a very empathic therapist....
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I have extensive experience with many mental health diagnoses, and I feel that this makes me a very empathic therapist.
I have experience in inpatient mental health, outpatient mental health, and private practice settings. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and also a Board Approved Clinical Supervisor in the State of Maryland and also a Board Approved Clinical Supervisor. I work with clients of many mental health issues and typically work with children, adolescents, and adults. I work primarily with clients experiencing depression, anxiety, bipolar, schizophrenia, and other mental health diagnoses as well.
I am an eclectic therapist and primarily work from a CBT theoretical background including techniques from other theoretical backgrounds as well.
I offer a calm, warm, and empathetic space for clients to work through their mental health struggles without judgement. I invite you to schedule an appointment to start your journey to achieving your fullest potential.
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My passion in life is to help others with whatever difficulties they are facing, whether that be psychiatric troubles, ordinary li...
My passion in life is to help others with whatever difficulties they are facing, whether that be psychiatric troubles, ordinary life stressors or addictions.
I am a licensed Social Worker (LMSW) in Maryland and I graduated from Salisbury University. I have experience working with people of all ages, with different cultural backgrounds, and experiencing various mental health challenges. Much of my experience comes from working with adults recovering from addictions and I am very knowledgeable about different recovery programs. I have worked with youth (ages 5-17) from traditionally under-served communities and I have worked in hospital-based crisis-intervention services. I am happy to offer a safe space for people of all identities and I proudly identify myself as a 2SLGBTQIA+ ally.
I often utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques (CBT) such as analyzing cognitive distortions that are creating distress for my clients. I also am very enthusiastic about Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) including the modalities of deep-breathing techniques and mindfulness/meditation to help my clients learn how to regulate their emotions.
I strongly believe in approaching life from the perspective of "one day at a time" and striving for acceptance of whatever life throws our way. My deep sense of empathy enables me to "put myself in another person's shoes" and thoroughly identify with my clients' struggles and difficult feelings they are experiencing.
As an African American woman, I understand identity issues....
As an African American woman, I understand identity issues.
Donna Young is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Georgia with over 20 years of experience assisting adolescents, teens, young adults, and families with managing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and adjusting to life’s ups and downs. She is also an approved CPCS with the state of Georgia.
Donna obtained her Master of Arts in Mental Health Counseling from Capella University. She takes an eclectic approach that meets the client where they are and encompasses cognitive-behavioral, solution-focused, and person-centered therapy. She focuses on assisting the client with gaining insight and awareness that will facilitate growth and understanding to meet the needs of the client.
Donna works toward establishing a therapeutic relationship that is built on trust, honesty, and unconditional positive regard. She will create an environment where the client will feel safe and comfortable being open and exploring ways to develop skills.
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Before attempting any sort of counseling technique with teens, I heavily focus on building rapport with teens to make sure they are comfortable. Depending on the age, sometimes I implement play-based (games) therapy, CBT, or person centered and even nature-based which includes taking walks outside while we talk. Focusing on attempting multiple creative techniques with teens makes therapy less rigid and helps them open up much easier.
Not all teens need the same type of help when coming to therapy, but I provide help with learning coping skills to help reduce symptoms of anxiety or lessen their depression. I additionally assist in any peer/social conflicts while also providing support for any interpersonal issues or identity questions. If needed, I also offer communication techniques with role play, such as using 'I statements'. When the time approaches, I can offer limited career counseling assistance with finding out career choices through some assessments.
I can tell when a client is making meaningful progress in teen counseling if depression or anxiety assessments are being used form the beginning and continuously throughout session, through their own self-report, or through any parent feedback provided.
Client's can supplement their time in counseling with any homework provided to complete, that can entail mood tracking, journaling, practicing coping skills, or practicing communication techniques.
To prepare for teen counseling, it is imperative to come when the teen is actually willing and wanting to come to therapy. The therapeutic relationship can be much more difficult when a teen is forced to come in when they don't want to and are being forced to by parents with compliance issues being on the forefront or interfering with any type of progress.
Teen counseling helps young individuals better understand and manage the challenges that affect their mental health. Common challenges amongst teens include anxiety, depression, ADHD, and problematic relationships with food.
Teen counseling works by using multiple techniques, tailored to fit the teen’s unique needs — based on their age group, their challenges, and the severity of their challenges. It might involve cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, art therapy, and others for varying ages. In any case, Thriveworks teen therapists in Owings Mills have the expertise and experience to help young individuals at their level.
Signs that teens might need Teen counseling can be very subjective, as they are experiencing many changes and can have intense reactions to them. As parents, you know your child best and are best equipped to judge whether certain reactions are standard behaviors for your teen or whether they might be hinting at a larger problem. Even so, there are a few common signs and events that often point to a need for therapy, such as experiencing divorce or loss, grief, consistent low moods, teens distancing themselves and becoming isolated, losing interest in hobbies, excessive anger or irritability, substance use issues, and suicidal ideation, among others.
Teen counseling providers at Thriveworks in Owings Mills, MD offer both in person and online therapy by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
The length of teen counseling depends on your teen’s needs as well as the goals that you and their therapist might have for them. Generally, teen counseling sessions will last for several months.
Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy
Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management
Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Owings Mills is located near Redland Ct and Owings Mills Blvd, off I-795. It is near the Stevenson University campus and a short distance from Celebree School of Owings Mills
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