Gwendolyn Young - Mental Health Counselor | The Center for Internet & Technology Addiction

Accepting new clients

11 years experience

About Gwendolyn Young

My name is Gwendolyn Young, I come to the counseling profession with life experiences that have molded me into the unique and determined person that I am today. While in my storm I did not understand, at times I felt hopeless. However, once I was able to break through the tension, I became mindful and aware of who I am as a person. Today I now understand that there are lessons to learn from the good things in life as well as the bad experiences that life has to offer. The benefits of those lessons were astronomical. Through it all I never gave up on myself even if the odds were totally against me. I am a licensed professional counselor and addiction specialist. I have earned a master’s degree in professional counseling, a master’s degree in addiction counseling and a post-master’s in addiction specialization. I am a dedicated counselor that understand the many turmoil’s of those who seek my help. Additionally, I am a person-centered clinician skilled in the use of various theoretical orientations that will help the person to break through their life situation (s).

Licenses

LPC

0701010527

Professional experience

Addictions
ADHD
Anger management
Bipolar disorder
Career difficulties
Coping with life changes
Depression
Family conflicts
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Parenting issues
Relationship issues
Self esteem
Stress, Anxiety
Trauma and abuse

Additional Focus Areas

Abandonment
Antisocial personality
Attachment issues
Avoidant personality
Body image
Communication problems
Control issues
Dependent personality
Dissociation
Drug and alcohol addiction
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Mood disorders
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Personality disorders
Post-traumatic stress
Postpartum depression
Prejudice and discrimination
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Self-harm
Self-love

Clinical Approaches

Client-Centered Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Existential Therapy
Motivational Interviewing
Narrative Therapy
Solution-Focused Therapy

Languages

English

15 Reviews

“Gwendolyn is an amazing therapist. She listens to me and my concerns. She’s nonjudgmental and so nice. She’s easy to talk to and has given me valuable tools for healing.”

“Our first meeting was great. While I did get emotional, I had this feeling that everything was going to work out and that Gwen really does listen and has tools to help me better myself.”

“She’s been wonderful since our first visit, it’s been about 2-3 years now and I have never wanted to have another therapist. Thank you so much Mrs. Gwen!”

“She is the best.”

“Mrs Gwen is Very Knowledgeable and Professional as well as an Amazing Listener. I'm Thankful to be Connected to Her The Right Therapist for Me. ✨✨✨✨✨”

“Gwen has helped me through a very difficult time! To have someone to listen to me, not judge me, show empathy, give me strength by reminding me of my self-worth has been extremely satisfying. A lifetime of issues has been dumped in her lap and we've only just scratched the surface. I'm thankful to have found her and BH.”

“She is very professional and intelligent.”

“Fabulous!”

“Gwen is caring, kind, and sincere in her work. I was instantly comfortable with her and she made my experience so great. I look forward to continuing to work with her. I feel like I already have known her for years!”

“Gwen is easy to talk to and direct in a way that is helpful.”

“Gwendolyn is professional, helpful, and excellent listener and will help get you unstuck. So grateful for you, Gwendolyn.”

“Miss Gwen is genuine and gives honest feedback. I feel like being with her 2 1/2 years I’ve valued her expertise!”

“Gwen is amazing”

“I was terrified to start therapy, especially online. However, Gwendolyn has been nothing but the best. She has made me feel so comfortable, which has proven difficult for me. I could not recommend her enough.”

“Gwendolyn is the reason I keep coming back to Better Help over other platforms. She is authentic, understanding, warm and wise. I am grateful she is my therapist.”

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