LCSW, 6 years of experience
Hello! My name is Deonia Young and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California and Georgia. I have been a therapist for six years and a social worker for 30 years. It is my pleasure to come alongside individuals, women, families, couples, and children to support you in becoming the best version of yourself. If it is your preference, I am able to blend and offer evidence-based practices with a biblical prospective to support restoration and healing.
In our first session, we'll start with introductions and then work together to assess the specific challenges you're facing. This collaborative process will help us identify your unique needs and create therapeutic goals that align with your values and aspirations. From there, we'll develop a personalized plan to guide us through the next steps in your journey toward healing and growth.
As a therapist, I strive to create a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel truly seen and heard. My greatest strengths lie in my ability to connect with people through authenticity, humor, and deep compassion. Clients often describe me as both relatable—like a trusted friend or favorite aunt—and effective, offering insights and tools that foster real growth and transformation. I have a strong ability to help clients get to the root of their struggles, uncovering underlying patterns and core beliefs that may be holding them back. Through thoughtful exploration and evidence-based techniques, I guide clients in gaining deeper self-awareness and developing practical strategies for lasting change. I believe that healing happens within a strong therapeutic relationship, and I am committed to walking alongside you with encouragement, honesty, and respect. It is an honor to support you on your journey toward greater clarity, resilience, and well-being.
Like the words to one of my favorite songs, I believe there is a candle in every soul, some brightly burning, some dark and cold. If you are feeling anxious, frustrated, confused, defeated, or unseen, you have come to the right place and I am here to support you.
14 ratings with written reviews
July 30, 2025
Deonia is kind, generous and holds space for me with grace, love and humor. She sees the future me and empowers me to walk towards her. I'm so grateful.
May 29, 2025
Deonia made me feel welcome, grounded and heard. She offered me a new perspective in our very first session. I can't wait to continue my journey with her.
May 22, 2025
Ms. Deonia was very warm and seemed to care about what I was saying In our session. I like the exercise she shared with me to focus on here and now when I have racing thoughts or anxiety.
I am a Christian therapist committed to integrating faith with therapeutic practices to guide individuals who identify as Christian toward emotional healing and spiritual growth. Using biblical principles alongside evidence-based psychotherapy techniques, I provide a holistic approach to help clients navigate life’s challenges, find hope, and experience lasting transformation. My goal is to support clients in deepening their relationship with God while addressing mental health concerns in a compassionate and faith-centered way.
I use components of CBT to help individuals identify and challenge negative thought patterns, and build new coping skills that promote emotional well-being that leads to lasting change in how they approach life's challenges.
Using techniques found in DBT, I come alongside you to support you in building emotional resilience and improve interpersonal relationships. Through a structured but warm approach, I guide clients in developing skills for managing intense emotions, reducing self-destructive behaviors, and cultivating mindfulness. My goal is to support clients in creating balance and acceptance while empowering them to live a more fulfilling and emotionally stable life.