Diseree Young, LMSW
Compassionate Michigan therapist with 40 years
- LMSW credentialed
- Works with all ages
- Accepting new clients
About Diseree Young
Diseree Young is a licensed clinical therapist based in Michigan with more than 40 years of professional experience. She holds an LMSW, which stands for Licensed Master Social Worker, and brings a depth of practice across the lifespan from infants and children to adolescents, young adults, older adults and seniors. She also works with LGBTQ individuals, families and couples.
Her practice addresses a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, stress, relationship challenges, parenting difficulties, grief, addiction, trauma and abuse, OCD, ADHD, bipolar symptoms, eating and sleeping issues, intimacy-related concerns and career or life transitions. She also offers support around issues such as compassion fatigue, caregiving stress, attachment and abandonment, blended family dynamics and other complex interpersonal difficulties.
Diseree’s style is warm, interactive and supportive, with a person-centered emphasis that honors each client’s strengths and goals. She integrates evidence-informed methods - including cognitive behavioral techniques, acceptance-based work and emotion-focused strategies - to tailor treatment to individual needs. Her approach is collaborative and paced to fit each person, guiding clients step by step toward practical changes and greater well-being.
Her practice addresses a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, stress, relationship challenges, parenting difficulties, grief, addiction, trauma and abuse, OCD, ADHD, bipolar symptoms, eating and sleeping issues, intimacy-related concerns and career or life transitions. She also offers support around issues such as compassion fatigue, caregiving stress, attachment and abandonment, blended family dynamics and other complex interpersonal difficulties.
Diseree’s style is warm, interactive and supportive, with a person-centered emphasis that honors each client’s strengths and goals. She integrates evidence-informed methods - including cognitive behavioral techniques, acceptance-based work and emotion-focused strategies - to tailor treatment to individual needs. Her approach is collaborative and paced to fit each person, guiding clients step by step toward practical changes and greater well-being.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSelf-harmSelf-loveTraumatic brain injuryVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) 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 Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Diseree Young have?
Diseree Young has 40 years of experience as a clinical therapist.
Is Diseree Young a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LMSW credential. License details are MI LMSW 6801064432.
In which languages does Diseree Young provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Diseree Young located?
She is located in Michigan.
How can I work with Diseree Young as my therapist?
You can work with Diseree Young through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Diseree Young work with international clients?
No. Diseree Young does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Diseree 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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 with Diseree Young
Diseree Young draws on several complementary approaches to support clients. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people clarify their values and build psychological flexibility by accepting difficult thoughts and feelings while committing to meaningful action - it can be useful for anxiety, depression and coping with life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) centers on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors; it is often applied for anxiety, depression, OCD and stress-related concerns. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, respect and collaboration, creating a space where clients explore their own strengths and goals while the therapist provides nondirective support.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Diseree works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit best based on their needs, goals and preferences, and she adjusts techniques over time to match progress and priorities. Licensed professionals and therapists often blend methods to tailor care to the individual.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility for scheduling and access. Sessions can take place by video calls, phone, live chat or text-based messaging, allowing clients to choose ways of working that fit their routines and comfort. This range of options helps make consistent support more attainable for people managing busy lives, caregiving responsibilities or limited local resources.