Ferial Youkhanna, LMSW
Licensed master social worker supporting individuals and couples
- 24 years experience
- Bilingual English Arabic
- Accepting new clients
About Ferial Youkhanna
Ferial Youkhanna is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) practicing in Michigan with more than 24 years of clinical experience. She earned a Bachelor of Social Work from the University of Detroit Mercy and a Master in Clinical Mental Health/Micro Social Work from Wayne State University in Detroit. As an LMSW - a licensed provider with a master-level degree in social work - she offers evidence-informed therapy for individuals and couples.
Ferial works with a wide range of concerns including anxiety and panic, addictions such as gambling, depression, trauma and abuse, grief and bereavement, relationship and marital issues, and adjustment difficulties. Her practice also addresses intimacy-related issues, parenting and family stress, anger and self-esteem challenges, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and coping with life changes. She has experience supporting people through chronic illness and caregiving strain, first responder issues, and end-of-life and hospice-related concerns.
Her clinical approach blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, mindfulness practices, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused techniques. Ferial tailors interventions to each person's needs, working collaboratively to build resilience, strengthen communication, and develop practical coping skills. She provides services in English and Arabic and is currently accepting new clients.
Ferial works with a wide range of concerns including anxiety and panic, addictions such as gambling, depression, trauma and abuse, grief and bereavement, relationship and marital issues, and adjustment difficulties. Her practice also addresses intimacy-related issues, parenting and family stress, anger and self-esteem challenges, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and coping with life changes. She has experience supporting people through chronic illness and caregiving strain, first responder issues, and end-of-life and hospice-related concerns.
Her clinical approach blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, mindfulness practices, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused techniques. Ferial tailors interventions to each person's needs, working collaboratively to build resilience, strengthen communication, and develop practical coping skills. She provides services in English and Arabic and is currently accepting new clients.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Trauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPhobiasPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Imago Relationship Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Ferial Youkhanna have?
Ferial Youkhanna has 24 years of experience.
Is Ferial Youkhanna a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LMSW credential. License details: MI LMSW 6801078369.
In which languages does Ferial Youkhanna provide therapy?
Ferial provides therapy in English and Arabic.
Where is Ferial Youkhanna located?
She is located in Michigan.
How can I work with Ferial Youkhanna as my therapist?
You can work with Ferial through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Ferial Youkhanna work with international clients?
Ferial Youkhanna does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Ferial Youkhanna 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 for online care and connection
Ferial uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help clients clarify values and build psychological flexibility - focusing on meaningful action even when difficult thoughts or feelings are present. ACT can be helpful for anxiety, depression, and life transitions where getting unstuck matters.She also incorporates Attachment-Based Therapy to explore how early relationship patterns influence current connections and emotional responses, which is useful for couples, relationship difficulties, and attachment-related concerns. Client-Centered Therapy informs her practice by creating an empathic, nonjudgmental space where the client's goals and pace guide the work.
Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process. Ferial works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods match their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting techniques over time to ensure the best fit. She partners with clients to set clear objectives and measure progress together.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can happen by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit varied schedules and comfort levels. For many people, remote options increase access to licensed professionals and make consistent care easier to maintain while balancing work, family, and daily life.