Jennie Young, LPC

Jennie Young is an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) based in Alabama with 20 years of experience helping people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, low self-esteem, and life changes. She supports parents and caregivers who feel worn down and helps people find ways to manage depression, relationship strain, and compassion fatigue. Her style is warm and straightforward. She invites honest conversation without judgment. In sessions Jennie focuses on listening first. She creates space for people to talk about what matters most. Then she and the person set simple, practical goals. Work often includes learning short skills to cope with panic, social anxiety, or cravings and building confidence over time. Jennie uses client-centered methods that emphasize the person's perspective and pace. She also draws on cognitive behavioral therapy, which looks at how thoughts influence feelings and behavior. Those approaches are used together to address issues like phobias, process addictions, and seasonal mood changes. Her experience includes supporting people dealing with aging and geriatric concerns, hospice and end-of-life issues, and caregiver stress. She helps people talk through guilt, forgiveness, and isolation that can come with major life transitions. Practical problem solving and kindness guide her work. Taking the first step can feel hard, and Jennie acknowledges that courage. She encourages prospective clients to begin with a short matching questionnaire and then schedule a time that fits their needs. The initial steps are simple and focused on finding the right fit.

How Jennie’s Approaches Work Online

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the person's experience and respect for their pace. It involves listening closely, reflecting what the person says, and helping them find their own solutions. This style can help with grief, caregiver stress, and building self-esteem.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts affect feelings and actions. It teaches practical skills for managing panic, anxiety, negative thinking, and behaviors linked to addictions or phobias. Sessions often include short exercises and goal-setting between meetings.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Jennie will discuss what feels most useful and try different methods until the person and therapist find a good match. She works with each person to set goals and track progress over time.

If you are considering online therapy, confirm the specific session options before booking. The main practical benefit is being able to fit therapy into a busy life - sessions can be scheduled around work, caregiving duties, or other obligations. Online work can make it easier to keep regular appointments, limit travel time, and use shorter check-ins when needed.