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Donna Young, LCMHC

Donna Young, LCMHC guiding healing and resilience
  • CBT and DBT informed
  • Grief and relationship care
  • Flexible online options

About Donna Young

Donna Young is a Licensed Professional Counselor and holds the credential LCMHC, a licensed clinical mental health counselor. She earned an undergraduate degree in psychology from the University of Virginia and a graduate degree in counseling psychology from Bowie State University. Since beginning her psychotherapy practice in 1995, she has offered clinical care across local and federal agencies, schools, and healthcare systems, bringing long-term experience to each clinical setting.

Donna works with individuals facing a broad range of life challenges, including grief, work-related stress, relationship strain, post-traumatic stress, anxiety, depression, spiritual concerns, and issues specific to women. Her approach is holistic, blending practical strategies with attention to each person's broader life context. She integrates core elements of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and solution-focused therapy to tailor interventions to the needs of each client.

Known for guiding people through problem-solving and insight development, Donna focuses on helping clients identify workable solutions, build coping skills, and move toward a more balanced and productive life. Her practice emphasizes collaboration, clear goals, and developing tools that clients can use beyond the therapy session.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

Family conflictsTrauma and abuseParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

Caregiver issues and stressCoping with natural or human-caused disasterIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersPrejudice and discriminationSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Donna Young have?

Donna Young has 25 years of experience.

Is Donna Young a licensed therapist?

Yes. Donna Young holds the credential LCMHC. License details: NC LCMHC 18303.

In which languages does Donna Young provide therapy?

Donna Young provides therapy in English.

Where is Donna Young located?

Donna Young is located in North Carolina.

How can I work with Donna Young as my therapist?

You can work with Donna Young through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Donna Young work with international clients?

Donna Young does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Donna Young cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Donna Young



Donna Young integrates cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) into her online work to help clients identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop practical skills for managing anxiety, depression, and stress. CBT focuses on the connection between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors and offers structured strategies for change.

She also applies Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) techniques when clients need support with emotional regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, and distress tolerance. DBT provides concrete tools for navigating intense emotions and improving relationships while emphasizing balance between acceptance and change.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Donna collaborates with each client to determine which methods fit their goals, needs, and preferences. Together they set clear objectives, try techniques in-session, and adjust the plan based on what is most helpful.

Online therapy with Donna includes video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different schedules and comfort levels. These options increase flexibility for people balancing work, caregiving, or other commitments and allow licensed professionals to deliver consistent, goal-focused care across distances.

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