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Donna Young, LCMHC

LCMHC for stress and relationships
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Grief and loss
  • Family and relationships

About Donna Young

Donna Young is a licensed mental health professional with a rich academic background and a long record of clinical work. She earned an undergraduate degree in psychology from the University of Virginia and completed graduate study in counseling psychology at Bowie State University. With 25 years of experience, she has provided psychotherapy across a variety of settings, including local and federal agencies, schools, and health care systems.

Donna holds LCMHC licensure - a state clinical counseling credential - and focuses on helping people manage a wide range of life challenges. Her practice addresses grief, work-related stress, relationship difficulties, post-traumatic stress, anxiety, depression, spirituality, and women’s issues, among other concerns. She also works with family and parenting stress, caregiver strain, and recovery from trauma and abuse.

Her clinical approach is integrative, combining elements of cognitive behavioral therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and solution-focused techniques to match practical coping strategies with deeper insights. Donna emphasizes collaborative problem solving and skill development so clients can identify solutions and build resilience. She aims to help individuals move toward a more balanced, purposeful, and productive life while honoring each person’s unique values and goals.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

Family conflictsTrauma and abuseParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

Caregiver issues and stressCoping with natural or human-caused disasterIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersPrejudice and discriminationSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Donna Young have?

Donna Young has 25 years of experience as a practicing therapist.

Is Donna Young a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LCMHC and is licensed in North Carolina as NC LCMHC 18303.

In which languages does Donna Young provide therapy?

Donna Young provides therapy in English.

Where is Donna Young located?

Donna Young is located in North Carolina.

How can I work with Donna Young as my therapist?

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

Does Donna Young work with international clients?

Donna Young does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Donna 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 by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Practical therapeutic approaches for online care

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps people recognize and change unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors. It is often used for anxiety, depression, stress, and problems that benefit from concrete coping strategies. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, focuses on building emotional regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness skills - tools that are useful for intense emotions, relationship challenges, and trauma-related reactions. Solution-Focused Therapy centers on identifying strengths and practical steps toward small, achievable goals, making it a good fit for clients who want focused, goal-oriented work.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Donna works collaboratively with clients and with other licensed professionals when appropriate to determine which techniques or combination of approaches best match a person’s needs, goals, and preferences. That collaboration guides treatment planning and adjustments over time.

Online therapy offers flexibility in how and when care happens. Video calls and phone sessions enable face-to-face conversation from different locations, while live chat and text-based messaging allow for brief check-ins and ongoing support between sessions. These options can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life and to maintain continuity of care when in-person visits are not practical.

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