Gina Young , LMSW

Gina Young is an experienced licensed social worker with 17 years of professional practice. She is licensed in Michigan, Idaho, and South Carolina and holds the LMSW credential - Licensed Master Social Worker, a designation that reflects a graduate degree in social work and state licensure to provide clinical services. Over nearly two decades she has supported people facing stress, anxiety, family conflict, parenting challenges, motivation and issues with self-esteem and confidence, as well as periods of depression.

Gina emphasizes a warm, open approach that encourages honest sharing of thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment. She works collaboratively with each person to build a space where concerns can be explored and practical steps toward improvement can be identified. Recognizing that reaching out for help takes courage, she positions herself as a steady support throughout the process of change. Gina aims to help clients move toward a more fulfilling, happier life by combining clinical know-how with compassionate listening and practical guidance.

Evidence-Based Strategies and Online Support

Gina uses evidence-based techniques that focus on practical skill development and real-world coping. One common approach involves skills-based interventions that help clients manage stress and anxiety through emotion regulation, problem solving, and healthy coping routines. These strategies are useful for day-to-day challenges, mood concerns, and improving overall resilience.

She also offers relational and family-focused work that explores communication patterns, parenting concerns, and relationship dynamics to support healthier interactions at home and work. This type of work often combines understanding patterns with actionable steps to change how people relate to one another.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process and Gina treats it as a collaborative effort. She partners with each client to identify which evidence-informed techniques best fit their needs, goals, and personal preferences, adjusting the plan as progress is made.

Online therapy with Gina is available by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for busy schedules and different comfort levels. These options make it easier to access consistent care from home, work, or while traveling within the therapist's service area.