Licensed to practice in Georgia and accepts 15 insurances. Specializes in Anxiety, Coping Skills, Depression and 5 more.
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Dr. Andrea L. Young is a Research Scholar, Trainer and Publisher with research in African American Athletes, Depression, Gender Conflicts, The Psychology of Forgiveness, Mindfulness, Self Care and many more too numerous to mention . She further distinguishes herself as a Humanitarian and Motivational Speaker. She earned a PhD in Psychology working as a licensed expert in the field of Psychology. She serves as a Psychotherapist and a Consultant in Atlanta and regions of the East coast and serves on Board of Directors for Baskin Advisory Group LLC. Dr. Young's eclectic approach to therapy includes CBT, SFT, Mindfulness, Reality Therapy, Existential, Art, Play and Faith-Base Approach(s). Her specialized areas are Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar and Aging. She offers Life -Skills-Coaching, Training/Psychoeducation, Groups, Support Groups and Motivational Speaking. She is multicultural, universal and nonjudgmental in her therapeutic approach with adults, individuals/couples/families with both dual or single diagnosis. She completed her post graduate work at Capella University, Master’s Degree in Community Counseling at Argosy University and Bachelor’s degree in Social Work/Psychology at Savannah State University. She has affiliations in a multiplicity of organizations that outreach internationally. Dr. Young served 20 years of glorious service as a decorated Officer in the United States Army/Army Reserves with meritorious honors during Operation Desert Storm and other international assignments relative to the security of the United States. She is an international traveler visiting 17 different countries including Europe, Middle East, South America and the Mediterranean. One of her Life Motto is: “I chose to love as much as my heart can hold, and when it can’t hold anymore love, then I will leave with dignity knowing that I made the world a better place in my own way… we have more in common, and must embrace our differences.”
The first session is totally exploratory. An introduction in getting to know you- "the client" and conducting assessment (s) to identify symptoms, issues and concerns. Clients can always expect an "Nonjudgmental Positive Regard ", Person Centered approach with mutual respect, attentiveness and transparency.
Strengths are: Effective Communicator (Listener), Compassionate, Transparent, Respectful and Experienced. The Ecclectic approach stands out because therapy must be diversified and coupled with various models to find the fit for the Client. Each client is uniquely different and their response will vary based on a multiplicity of life variables.
Mature, adult professionals who have difficulty adjusting to lifestyles involving work, family, cultural assimilations, socialization, marriage, illness, death, etc and experiencing depressed mood, anxiety and/or low self confidence. Individuals are open-minded for change, seeking mental balance (healing)/emotional recovery and are willing to committ to goal(s) through psychotherapy. Clients who are open to change and willing to learn more about themselves, achieving an increase of knowledge, wisdom and understanding for appication in life skills are highly favorable in Psychotherapy.
Cognitive restructuring focuses on recognizing irrational thoughts and replacing them with more realistic and positive thoughts. Behavioral activation helps encourage people to engage in activities that generate positive feelings, like joy, satisfaction, and fulfillment. CBT empowers people to take an active role in identifying and overcoming mental health challenges by breaking down problems into more manageable situations.CBT teaches relaxation techniques, like guided imagery and deep breathing exercises, to reduce stress and tension during difficult moments.
Christian Counseling is a type of “Faith Base” therapy that integrates spirituality with natural reality and how to transition from a natural to spiritual mindset based on "By The Eye of Faith". Meditation /Mindfulness are impactful strategies taught during counseling that helps refocus their attention on the grace of God and how He has blessed their life in suffering, which builds character. Prayer is a healing technique and meditation method that "Believers" are able to tap into a Divine richness and communicate with God about circumstances that are burdensome. Prayer is a very sacred practice for faith and essential for healing.
Couples Counseling is not one-size-fits-all. Every couple is unique, so it only makes sense that there’s a vast assortment of approaches that can be used in couples therapy or counseling. Couples therapy is design to help resolve issues such as infidelity, mistrust, or a lack of communication. Psychodynamics (understanding the conscious and unconscious mindset); Humanistic approach (explore thoughts and feelings to work out solutions to their problems) and Behavioral (behaviors are learned, and it can be unlearned. It focuses on specific techniques aiming to change unwanted behaviors.
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy(DBT) is a structured therapy that focuses on teaching four core skills (mindfulness, acceptance & distress tolerance, emotional regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness). It is a type of CBT approach that assist with changing of thought patterns combining change and acceptance.
Existential therapy is focused on the client's lived experience of their subjective reality. The aim is for clients to use their freedom to live authentic fulfilled lives. Existentialist traditions maintain individuals are fundamentally free to shape their lives and are responsible for their choices, even under difficult circumstances.ET views distress such as death, isolation, freedom, and the search for meaning—are not pathological, but natural parts of the human condition.
4 ratings with written reviews
August 12, 2026
highly recommend Dr. Young. She is compassionate, understanding, professional, and truly listens without judgment. I always feel heard, supported, and comfortable expressing myself during our sessions. She has helped me gain a better understanding of myself and work through things in a healthy way. I’m very grateful for her guidance and the positive impact she has had on my life. 10/10!
August 5, 2026
I just love my session with Dr Andrea. She was so on point with me and what I have endured. I shared with Dr. Andrea on how many family members we loss . The empathy & sympathy she showed. We connected and she
August 5, 2026
Dr. Young was warm, authentic, and empowering. She truly listens, and provided thoughtful and direct feedback. She created a personalized treatment plan that made me feel supported and confident in my progress. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a compassionate and effective therapist.