Erik Young, LMHC, LPC
Compassionate therapist for complex life transitions
- Stress and anxiety care
- Family and trauma support
- Attachment-focused therapy
About Erik Young
Erik Young is a Florida-based therapist with 30 years of clinical experience who supports adults and young adults through complex life transitions and emotional challenges. He holds LMHC and LPC credentials - LMHC stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor and LPC stands for Licensed Professional Counselor - reflecting long-term practice in clinical counseling and psychotherapy.
His work concentrates on stress and anxiety, family dynamics, trauma recovery, and ongoing personal growth. He also helps people managing mood disorders, social anxiety, workplace stress, relationship difficulties, parenting challenges, ADHD, grief, and a range of intimacy and self-esteem concerns. Additional areas of focus include attachment and abandonment issues, adoption and foster care matters, caregiver stress, and neurodevelopmental differences.
Erik blends a compassionate yet direct style, collaborating with clients to understand their individual histories and current goals. Grounded in evidence-informed methods, he emphasizes building resilience, improving communication within families, and creating practical strategies for daily life. His approach honors each person’s strengths while offering thoughtful guidance for meaningful, sustained change.
His work concentrates on stress and anxiety, family dynamics, trauma recovery, and ongoing personal growth. He also helps people managing mood disorders, social anxiety, workplace stress, relationship difficulties, parenting challenges, ADHD, grief, and a range of intimacy and self-esteem concerns. Additional areas of focus include attachment and abandonment issues, adoption and foster care matters, caregiver stress, and neurodevelopmental differences.
Erik blends a compassionate yet direct style, collaborating with clients to understand their individual histories and current goals. Grounded in evidence-informed methods, he emphasizes building resilience, improving communication within families, and creating practical strategies for daily life. His approach honors each person’s strengths while offering thoughtful guidance for meaningful, sustained change.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
LGBTRelationship issuesGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCommunication problemsDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Family of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesGuilt and shameImpulsivityIntellectual disabilityMen's issuesMidlife crisisMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Erik Young have?
Erik Young has 30 years of experience in clinical practice.
Is Erik Young a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds the credentials LMHC and LPC. License details are FL LMHC MH18719 and PA LPC PC005853.
In which languages does Erik Young provide therapy?
Erik Young provides therapy in English.
Where is Erik Young located?
Erik Young is located in Florida.
How can I work with Erik Young as my therapist?
You can work with Erik Young through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Erik Young work with international clients?
Erik Young does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Erik Young cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Erik Young integrates several evidence-informed approaches to address emotional distress and relationship concerns. Attachment-Based Therapy helps explore how early relationships shape current patterns of connection and trust - it can be useful for people dealing with attachment injuries, abandonment, or family-of-origin difficulties. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and developing practical skills to reduce anxiety, improve mood, and manage stress. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a structured approach for processing traumatic memories and reducing their emotional impact, often used by people recovering from abuse or significant trauma.Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Erik works collaboratively with each person to determine what fits best based on their needs, goals, and preferences. He adapts methods over time, combining techniques when appropriate to support growth and resilience.
Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to fit care into busy schedules and reach licensed professionals from different locations. These options allow therapists to provide consistent, ongoing support while accommodating different communication styles and practical needs.