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Barnetta Young

GA LPC LPC003985
Credentials
GA LPC LPC003985
NPI Number
1164692919
Location
Georgia
Languages
English
Barnetta Young

Accepting new clients

25 years experience | Counselor of Color
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About Barnetta Young

As a licensed therapist in Georgia, I bring over two decades of compassionate, culturally-responsive mental health experience to my practice. My approach centers on understanding and supporting individuals through complex life challenges, with specialized expertise in addressing depression, anxiety, relationship dynamics, and trauma.

I am deeply committed to creating a supportive, affirming therapeutic environment that honors each client’s unique identity and lived experiences. My background includes extensive work supporting women, individuals navigating workplace challenges, and those experiencing social isolation, relationship conflicts, and multicultural concerns.

My therapeutic style integrates evidence-based practices with a holistic, person-centered approach. I strive to help clients develop meaningful coping strategies, build emotional resilience, and cultivate personal growth. Whether you’re struggling with mood disorders, life transitions, or seeking support through difficult experiences, I’m dedicated to walking alongside you with empathy, respect, and professional guidance.

Licenses

LPC
LPC003985

Professional experience

  • Addictions
  • Anger management
  • Coping with life changes
  • Depression
  • Eating disorders
  • Family conflicts
  • Grief
  • Intimacy-related issues
  • LGBT
  • Parenting issues
  • Relationship issues
  • Self esteem
  • Sleeping disorders
  • Stress, Anxiety
  • Trauma and abuse

Additional Focus Areas

  • Abandonment
  • Attachment issues
  • Caregiver issues and stress
  • Codependency
  • Communication problems
  • Control issues
  • Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
  • Divorce and separation
  • Domestic violence
  • Drug and alcohol addiction
  • Family problems
  • Isolation / loneliness
  • Midlife crisis
  • Mood disorders
  • Multicultural concerns
  • Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
  • Panic disorder and panic attacks
  • Post-traumatic stress
  • Prejudice and discrimination
  • Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
  • Self-harm
  • Sexual assault and abuse
  • Social anxiety and phobia
  • Women's issues
  • Workplace issues

Clinical Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

Languages

  • English

15 Reviews

“The best and I love and appreciate her.”

“Barnetta is incredible! I love her, she has helped my so much with my mental health and help me navigate difficult times in my life.”

“I finally feel like I have a therapist who understands me.”

“I am very happy with Barnetta. I can highly recommend her!”

“Mrs Young is knowledgeable and listens with the intent to help.”

“I highly recommend speaking with Mrs. Young. She makes it easy to open up and is great at listening. Also she is very knowledgeable and detailed.”

“She is the best!”

“Ms. Barnetta Young is such an amazing therapist! I truly appreciate her for her encouraging words and for pushing me to change my perspective on things and helping me to better understand myself. I have been more hopeful about my healing journey and my ability to get better thanks to her. Anyone would be so blessed to have her as their therapist!”

“I knew from our first session that Barnetta was the best therapist for me. She genuinely listens and helps one navigate life’s twists and turns. She has been a tremendous help in my journey this past year. I experienced grief, depression, and anxiety, all of which felt very overwhelming but Barnetta helped me unpack and address associated triggers. I experienced true breakthrough with her expertise and patience. I’m so grateful that my friend recommended BetterHelp and even more thankful that I met Barnetta.”

“Barnetta Young is amazing! She gives amazing insight and offers great solutions!”

“Ms Barnetta is sincere and truly listens. I feel heard and supported, while also encouraged to be open to different perspectives. Even in just the first few sessions she has been a real help already. I'm grateful for her.”

“Ms. Barnetta has been a very positive person in my life since starting therapy. My life has changed so much since my first session that I couldn’t imagine my life without her knowledge and expertise. Thank you for everything”

“Barnetta is a great listener and concerned with my issues. She affirms me, and offers suggestions for solutions regarding my concerns.”

“She listens and also challenges me. So far an excellent experience. Definitely recommend her!”

“She is a nice lady that understands me. I love her”

These reviews represent a few of the most recent positive reviews from the therapist's clients on BetterHelp. Some people's experience may be different.
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