Cynthia Young, LCSW

Licensed LCSW supporting healing and resilience

Licensed LCSW
26 years experience
Anxiety and grief support

About Cynthia Young

Cynthia Young is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in both Florida and California who brings 26 years of clinical experience to her practice. She creates a welcoming, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore difficult thoughts and feelings and take steps toward a more fulfilling life. Cynthia emphasizes collaboration and empowerment, supporting each person as they identify goals, develop coping skills, and navigate important changes.

Her approach balances practical strategies with compassion, helping people address stress, anxiety, grief, depression, relationship and family concerns, trauma, addiction, and self-esteem challenges. Cynthia draws on evidence-informed methods while tailoring sessions to each client s needs and preferences. Her work also attends to related issues such as caregiver stress, attachment concerns, chronic illness, codependency, and career-related difficulties.

As an experienced clinician, Cynthia values the courage it takes to seek help and commits to walking alongside clients through their journey toward greater resilience and well-being. She aims to foster insight, build skills, and support lasting change in ways that fit each individual s life and priorities.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety Grief Self esteem Depression Coping with life changes

Also Specializes In

AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseAnger managementCareer difficultiesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDissociationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Cynthia Young have?

Cynthia Young has 26 years of professional experience.

Is Cynthia Young a licensed therapist?

Yes. Cynthia Young holds the LCSW credential, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She is licensed in Florida as FL LCSW SW12586 and in California as CA LCSW 19183.

In which languages does Cynthia Young provide therapy?

Cynthia Young provides therapy in English.

Where is Cynthia Young located?

Cynthia Young is located in Florida.

How can I work with Cynthia Young as my therapist?

You can work with Cynthia Young through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Cynthia Young work with international clients?

Cynthia Young does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Cynthia Young cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your 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 with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Cynthia draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to guide online work. ACT focuses on helping people notice unhelpful thoughts without getting stuck in them while clarifying personal values and committed actions - it is useful for stress, anxiety, and life transitions. Attachment-Based Therapy explores patterns formed in early relationships to improve current connections and emotional regulation - it is helpful for relationship difficulties, abandonment concerns, and family of origin issues. CBT offers practical tools to identify and change thinking and behavior patterns that contribute to depression, anxiety, and many everyday challenges.

The therapist approaches treatment collaboratively, working with each person to determine which methods best fit their goals, preferences, and life circumstances. Clients and the therapist together assess progress and adjust techniques as needed to find the most effective path forward.

Online sessions using video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging can make therapy more flexible and accessible for people with busy schedules, mobility limits, or geographic constraints. These options allow licensed professionals to deliver consistent care, maintain continuity between appointments, and offer different ways to connect that suit individual needs.

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