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Gwendolyn Young, LPC

Stress, Anxiety Addictions Grief Self esteem, Motivation Depression
Video Phone Messaging

About me

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).

Professional experience

11 yrs in practice
Stress, Anxiety Addictions Grief Self esteem, Motivation Depression

Additional areas of focus: Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, ADHD, 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, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, 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

Services offered

Video
Phone
Messaging

License information

VA LPC 0701010527

Reviews

These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Gwendolyn Young. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.

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. ✨✨✨✨✨

Written on Dec 06, 2025 after therapy with Gwendolyn for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, coping with life changes, and coaching

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.

Written on Dec 04, 2025 after therapy with Gwendolyn for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, eating disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd

She is very professional and intelligent.

Written on Dec 03, 2025 after therapy with Gwendolyn for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and trauma and abuse

Fabulous!

Written on Nov 17, 2025 after therapy with Gwendolyn for 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and career difficulties

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!

Written on Nov 13, 2025 after therapy with Gwendolyn for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, and intimacy-related issues

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

Written on Oct 08, 2025 after therapy with Gwendolyn for 1 month on issues concerning addictions