Gwendolyn Young, LPC

Gwendolyn Young brings a blend of personal insight and professional training to her work as a counselor. Over 11 years she has drawn on her own life experiences to develop a determined, empathetic approach that helps people navigate feelings of hopelessness, loss, and overwhelm. She emphasizes learning from both positive and painful life events and supports clients in discovering resilience and self-awareness.

She is a Licensed Professional Counselor - LPC - and an addiction specialist who holds a master’s degree in professional counseling, a master’s degree in addiction counseling, and a post-master’s specialization in addiction. That training informs her work with individuals coping with stress, anxiety, depression, substance use, trauma, relationship and family challenges, grief, and issues around self-esteem and intimacy.

As a person-centered clinician, she prioritizes the individual needs and values of each client while drawing on evidence-based techniques from approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy. She works collaboratively to help people break through difficult life situations and develop practical skills for change. Gwendolyn practices in Virginia and provides services in English.

Therapeutic Approaches and How They Work Online

Gwendolyn Young uses client-centered therapy to create a supportive space where people are heard and their personal goals guide the work; this approach helps with relationship concerns, self-esteem, grief, and navigating life changes. She also draws on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to help clients identify unhelpful thought patterns and develop practical strategies for managing anxiety, depression, and everyday stress. When emotion regulation and interpersonal skill-building are needed, elements of dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) are used to teach coping skills, distress tolerance, and communication techniques.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Gwendolyn collaborates with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts the plan as progress is made.

Online sessions offer practical flexibility - clients can meet by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, maintain continuity during transitions, and access consistent support from licensed professionals without needing to travel.