Tim Young, MA, LPC

WHO I HELP: Do you struggle with stress, anxiety, or depression that affects your relationships, your career, or your day-to-day life? Maybe you have an addiction that is holding you back? Do you feel exhausted, overwhelmed, or frustrated by these issues and not know where to turn? Do you wonder if life could be more fulfilling? Now more than ever, people are feeling anxious and overwhelmed by the competing demands of life and trying to find more balance. If you are motivated to make important changes in your life, therapy can be a big help. HOW I HELP: I believe your life can be more fulfilling and that therapy can be a key to this. I start by meeting you where you are. I help you by individualizing therapy to meet your specific needs. I offer client-centered, trauma-informed, compassionate care so you can begin the journey of finding the healing you deserve. I work within a psychodynamic framework. FINDING THE RIGHT FIT FOR THERAPY: Finding the right fit is important. Therapy is a weekly time commitment. Being committed to the change process involves showing up and speaking as freely and openly as you can. From the patient point of view, it is important to have a belief that you can improve your life with the help of the therapist. We might call this: "faith" in the process. I specialize in individual therapy and therapy is long-term. I want to help my patients get to the root of their issues and sustain meaningful changes that will last a lifetime. GETTING STARTED: Please feel free to contact me with any questions using the contact button on this page, by calling me at 512-400-0301, or by emailing me at tim@timothyyoungcounseling.com. I work with adults, ages 21 and up. Once therapy has begun, we will spend a few sessions talking about your goals and your history. Then we will begin the work of helping you to reach your goals and build the life that you desire. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- WHY THERAPY? Here are some common reasons why people seek therapy: • Sadness or loss • Lack of motivation • Feeling fearful or on edge • Feeling stressed out • Feeling angry • Addiction • Relationship issues • Problems at work • Challenges with raising children • Ruminating thoughts • Traumatic experiences • Spiritual concerns Here are some of the benefits of therapy: • Improved energy and motivation • More fulfilling relationships • Assertiveness • Taking more action in life • More self-confidence • Better communication skills • Working through trauma • A more positive outlook on life • Having more fun in life • Emotional awareness • Empathy for others • Less work stress and greater financial freedom • Acceptance of thoughts and feelings -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ABOUT TIM YOUNG, LPC: I actively participate in a weekly modern analytic training group and a biweekly individual consultation, investing both time and resources to enhance my skills and knowledge in the field. I am passionate about therapy and a lifelong learner. When I talk with you about your self-care, it's because I know the value of self-care in my own life. I have 15 years of clinical experience working with a diverse range of populations at all levels of care. I hold a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature from the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities, and a Master of Arts in Professional Counseling from the Hazelden Betty Ford Graduate School. When I am not working, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, traveling, and playing tennis! Fun is important!