Casey Young

Therapist

License: LMSW

Pronouns: she/her

Ages Served: 12-65+

Location: Farmington, Michigan

Appointments: In-office and Telehealth

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I enjoy working with clients who value collaboration, self-reflection, and continuous growth throughout the therapeutic process. My ideal client is open to being challenged and held accountable, appreciating the mutual authenticity, humor, and curiosity that I bring to each session. I believe these qualities, shared between therapist and client, foster outstanding growth and meaningful progress. My approach integrates various models of care, including Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Addiction Treatment, and trauma-informed practices, ensuring individualized support tailored to each client's unique needs and experiences.

To me, therapy is a deeply human process that encompasses vulnerability, creativity, connection, and a commitment to health and wellness. I strive to create a space where clients feel accepted, supported, and empowered to meet their ever-changing physical, mental, and emotional needs. I also emphasize the importance of finding the right therapeutic relationship, encouraging clients to prioritize trust and comfort when choosing a therapist. With reliable, empathetic, and attentive care, I aim to help clients cultivate the skills, self-awareness, and support systems they need to achieve lasting growth and self-actualization.

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Expertise and Specialties:

Expertise:

• Addiction Treatment

• Trauma

• Distress Tolerance and Coping Skills

Specialties:

• Anxiety

• Depression

• Grief and Loss

• Self-Esteem

• Self-Harming

• Stress and Burnout

• Trauma

Integrative Modalities:

• Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

• Trauma-Informed Care

• Creative Expression

• Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

• Somatic Therapy

• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

• Meditation

• Addiction Treatment

Populations:

• Adults

• Adolescents (12+)

• LGBTQIA+ 

Rates and Insurances Accepted:

• $170/55 minute individual session

• Blue Cross Blue Shield Michigan PPO (BCBSM PPO)

• Blue Care Network (BCN)

Get to know Casey…

• Where did you study?

  BSW Concentration in Substance Use Education: Treatment, Prevention and Intervention
  Central Michigan University

  
  MSW Concentration in Trauma Informed Care Across the Lifespan
  Western Michigan University

• Describe your perfect Sunday

  To me, the perfect Sunday would be void of sunday-scaries and full of naps on the beach, breakfast for dinner and a card game with friends.

• A book that you think everyone should read

  It is hard to choose between The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho and Atlas of the Heart by Brené Brown

• If you weren’t a mental health professional, what would you be doing?

  I have attained the career I was most hopeful for but if that were to ever change, I would pursue a career as a judge or professional DJ

• Favorite quote?

  "Denying reality does not change reality. To change reality, we must first accept it as it is."

• What is your go-to “feel good” song?

  Good Morning Gorgeous by Mary J. Blige