I’m Dr. Stephen M. Young (he/him), a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Georgia and Indiana, working in the mental health field since 2008. As a gay therapist I am passionate about serving the LGBTQ+ community. I value creating a safe and accepting space for our work together. I welcome clients of all races, ethnicities, cultures, identities, and faiths. If you feel that we may be a good fit, I would love to connect for a consultation to see how we could work together.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
Are you feeling "stuck"? Anxiety and depression can be challenging but it doesn’t have to stop you from living the life you want. We all experience difficult feelings such as sadness, disappointment, guilt, anxiety, and fear. If these feelings get in the way of you living the life you want then it is probably time to seek help.
What treatment methods and tools do you utilize?
As an integrative psychotherapist, I blend a variety of clinical techniques and strategies to address the unwanted impacts of chronic anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and difficulty trusting yourself.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
You deserve to live a life that is fulfilling despite the obstacles you face. I am here to help. While working together we will identify how exactly anxiety is getting in your way and explore creative ways in which to overcome it.
Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.
I particularly enjoy working with clients who are part of the LGBTQ+ community (I have a lot of experience with trans clients), folks with religious trauma, work in high-pressure careers, and people with personality disorders. Of course, I also enjoy working with people with depression and anxiety.