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Prof. Shawn Young

Prof. Shawn Young, LICSW, LCSW

Maine

Licensed clinical social worker - stress and relationships

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Credentials check

Credentials
LICSW, LCSW
Licensed in New Hampshire
LICSW, licence 1737
Licensed in Maine
LCSW, licence LC22704
NPI
1801103239
Experience
15 years
Languages
English
Location
Maine

These details come from information Shawn supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.

AAbout

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
  • Mindfulness methods
  • Motivational interviewing

About Shawn

Prof. Shawn Young is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) in New Hampshire and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Maine with 15 years of experience. He has helped people with depression, anxiety, relationship concerns, parenting questions, career stress, OCD, and ADHD. He has also worked in higher education for over a decade and served in the Air Force, including time overseas.

He uses everyday conversation and practical steps in sessions. He listens for what matters most and helps people set small, doable goals. Sessions are interactive and focused on what the client wants to change in daily life.

His approach draws from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, client-centered methods, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, narrative ideas, and psychodynamic perspectives. That mix is used to address problems like grief, trauma, addiction, sleep and eating disruptions, and challenges with intimacy and self-esteem.

Young has spent many years working with students, faculty, and administrators, so he is familiar with academic pressure and workplace stress. He also brings experience from military service to issues that can affect veterans and first responders.

People who find clear, straightforward help useful may connect with his style. He asks about a person’s goals and practical constraints. From there he and the client plan steps they can try between sessions.

BHow sessions work

Approaches used online and how they help

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on noticing thoughts and values, then taking action toward what matters. It can help with anxiety, depression, and decisions about life direction. Client-Centered Therapy centers on clear listening and responding to the person’s concerns without judgment, which helps when someone needs practical support and reflection.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist and client review goals, preferences, and daily constraints together. They try methods that seem likely to fit and adjust them based on what helps most in real life.

The original biography does not specify which session formats are offered online, so confirm current options before booking. Many people use remote sessions to fit therapy into a busy week, handle academic or work schedules, and keep progress going between appointments. Online work can make shorter check-ins easier and reduce travel time so therapy fits into everyday routines.

CAreas of focus

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsSelf esteemCareer difficulties

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesCommunication problemsEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationTraumatic brain injuryWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic Therapy

Experience

15+ years

Listed in

New Hampshire, Maine

Languages

English

DQuestions

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does he address?

He works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family issues, career problems, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, and related concerns listed in his specialties.

How would you describe his therapeutic style?

Sessions are interactive and conversational. He focuses on practical goals and short-term steps that fit into everyday life.

How much clinical experience does he have?

He has 15 years of experience working as a therapist, counselor, and life coach, and over ten years in higher education settings.

Where is he licensed and based?

He holds NH LICSW and ME LCSW credentials and practices from Maine.

Can I work with him if I live outside the United States?

He accepts international clients. Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats are available?

The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before scheduling.

How are fees handled?

Cost varies with location and services. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.

Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers

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