(she/her)
New to Grow
I’m Tyler Dawnee Young, LCSW, with over a decade of experience in mental health and healthcare settings. I work with high-achieving women who are thoughtful, self-aware, and often overwhelmed beneath the surface. My approach is relational, insight-driven, and collaborative, focused on helping clients feel understood, make sense of long-standing patterns, and create meaningful, lasting change. I believe therapy works best when the relationship feels right and when clients are willing to engage actively in the process—not just in session, but in their everyday lives as well.
The first session is a chance for us to get oriented and see if we’re a good fit. We’ll talk about what’s bringing you in, what you’ve already tried, and what you’re hoping therapy can help with. I’ll ask thoughtful questions to better understand your history, patterns, and current stressors, and we’ll begin identifying what feels most important to focus on. You don’t need to have everything figured out or know exactly what to say—my role is to help guide the conversation and create a space where you can slow down and feel understood. By the end of the session, you can expect more clarity, a sense of direction, and a better understanding of how we might work together moving forward. If I feel like I can't help or we feel we're not the right fit, I will do my best to get you to a therapist who is!
One of my greatest strengths is helping clients make sense of what they’re experiencing. I’m skilled at noticing patterns, naming what tends to be avoided, and asking questions that bring clarity and relief. My approach is thoughtful, curious, and collaborative. I work best with motivated women who want more than a space to vent and are open to trying something different than traditional talk therapy. Therapy with me is active and intentional, focused on understanding patterns fueled by unhelpful core beliefs, and applying insight both in and outside of session. I often work with burned out, high-achievers, people pleasers, and women with neurodivergent patterns who are navigating life or identity transitions. I bring a steady, measured approach to the work—I don’t over-pathologize, rush trauma work, or rely on forced positivity. I believe therapy is most effective when the relationship feels like a good fit and when clients are ready to engage in the process.
I work best with high-achieving women who are feeling burned out, overwhelmed, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve them—especially during life transitions, career stress, or ongoing anxiety. Many of my clients are professionals who are used to holding it all together, managing multiple responsibilities, and pushing through, until it starts to impact their mental, emotional, and physical well-being. They’re often insightful and motivated, but tired of coping in ways that only provide temporary relief. My approach is a strong fit for women who are ready to move beyond traditional talk therapy and are open to evidence-based, experiential work like EMDR. This allows us to target the root of burnout and anxiety—often deeply held beliefs such as “I have to do it all” or “my worth is tied to my productivity”—so change can happen more efficiently and meaningfully. I work best with clients who are willing to engage in the process, try new approaches, and actively participate in their growth. If you’re looking for therapy that is focused, effective, and designed to create lasting change—not just a space to vent—this may be a good fit.
Anxiety
First Responders/Healthcare Workers
Life Transitions
ADHD
Career Counseling
Coping Skills
Woman
California
Aetna
Person-centered (Rogerian)
My work is rooted in a person-centered (Rogerian) approach, meaning I prioritize creating a space where you feel genuinely heard, respected, and understood. I believe meaningful change happens when you don’t feel judged, rushed, or “fixed,” but instead supported in making sense of your experiences at your own pace. From that foundation, I integrate more structured and evidence-based tools when helpful—but the relationship always comes first. I see therapy as a collaborative process where we slow things down, get curious about patterns, and work toward change in a way that feels honest, sustainable, and aligned with who you are.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I use CBT as a practical, collaborative tool—not a one-size-fits-all approach. Together, we look at how thoughts, behaviors, and patterns developed for a reason, even if they’re no longer serving you. Rather than “positive thinking,” my focus is on understanding what’s actually happening beneath the surface and making intentional, realistic shifts that fit your life. CBT in my practice is flexible, trauma-informed, and used to help you build insight, reduce overwhelm, and regain a sense of agency—without minimizing your experience or pushing quick fixes.
EMDR
I use EMDR as a structured, evidence-based approach to help people process distressing or traumatic experiences that continue to impact their thoughts, emotions, or sense of safety. EMDR isn’t about reliving the past—it’s about helping the nervous system fully process experiences that never had the chance to settle. I only use EMDR when it’s clinically appropriate and after careful preparation, ensuring you have the stability, coping skills, and support needed for the work. When used thoughtfully, EMDR can reduce emotional intensity and help experiences feel more integrated rather than overwhelming.