AY Portrait of Angela Young

Angela Young, LCSW

Calm, practical support for stress and anxiety

9 years in practice · based in Kentucky · sessions in English · online sessions

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About Angela

Angela Young is a licensed clinical social worker practicing in Kentucky. She brings nine years of experience helping people manage stress, anxiety, grief, sleep problems, low self-esteem, and motivation concerns. Angela emphasizes a calm, straightforward approach so conversations stay clear and useful.

She creates a space where thoughts and feelings can be talked through without judgment. Sessions focus on practical steps people can try between meetings, plus gentle exploration of what gets in the way of change.

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Background and approach

Angela encourages small, doable actions that build toward longer term goals. Her work often addresses mood concerns such as depression and anger, and common life strains like career uncertainty, caregiving stress, and coping with illness or chronic pain. She also supports people wrestling with isolation, guilt, control issues, and questions about life purpose and self-love.

Angela draws on several therapeutic approaches to match the person in front of her. She uses tools from cognitive behavioral methods, acceptance-based work, mindfulness, and skills training to help people reduce distress and make values-based choices. She integrates coaching techniques when someone wants clear steps and accountability.

Sessions are offered in English and can include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text messaging. Angela aims to partner with people who are ready to try new strategies and who want straightforward support as they build more sustainable coping and meaning in daily life.

How online approaches and tools support your goals

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people notice painful thoughts without getting stuck in them and then choose actions that match their values. It can be useful for anxiety, stress, and decisions about life direction. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches practical skills to shift unhelpful patterns. It often helps with anxiety, sleep problems, low mood, and motivation. Client-centered therapy emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental conversation where the person sets the pace and the therapist listens deeply to support self-discovery.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with a person about what matters to them, try techniques together, and adjust based on what helps. That collaborative process aims to match methods to goals, preferences, and the issues someone brings to sessions.

Online therapy offers several practical benefits. Video calls allow full conversation and visual cues while fitting appointments around work or family time. Phone sessions can be a good choice when bandwidth is limited or when a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and text messaging make it possible to exchange thoughts between sessions or to check in without scheduling a full video meeting. These options provide flexibility so people can use the format that best fits their schedule and comfort.
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Questions people ask

What concerns does Angela help with?
She supports people facing stress, anxiety, grief, sleep problems, low self-esteem, depression, anger, and related life changes and career issues.
What is her therapy style like?
Her style is straightforward and calm, with a focus on practical steps, gentle exploration, and collaboration to find what works for each person.
How long has she been practicing?
She has nine years of professional experience working in behavioral health and social work settings.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds the LCSW credential and practices in Kentucky.
Which languages and international options are available?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not accepting international clients.
In what formats are sessions offered?
Sessions can be scheduled as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different needs.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What do I do to get started?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session according to the therapist's availability.

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Experience
9 years
Licensed
Kentucky
Languages
English

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