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Ann DeYoung
LCSW

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I offer a compassionate, strength-based, and trauma-informed approach to therapy. My goal is to create a safe and supportive space where you can explore challenges, identify goals, build on strengths, and develop practical tools for lasting results. Drawing from evidence-based practices like CBT and mindfulness, we’ll work to enhance resilience and restore balance. Together, we’ll uncover inner strengths, develop personalized tools, and find new perspectives that foster healing, growth, and fulfillment in your life.

About Ann

Location

Virtual, Texas

Insurance Accepted

Blue Cross Blue Shield of TX, Cigna Healthcare/Evernorth, Centivo, Out-of-pocket

Communication Style

Empowering, Engaging, Exploratory, Solution-oriented, Warm

Focus areas

ADHD, Anger Issues, Animal Loss, Anxiety, Burnout, Caregiver Burnout, Chronic Illness, Cultural Issues/Racial Stress, Depression, Divorce, Family Conflict (1 adult in session), Grief, Individual Therapy, Life Transitions, Men's Issues, Panic, Relationship Concerns (1 adult in session), Sleep, Stress, Trauma, Women's Issues, Workplace Stress

Experienced with

Black community, Blended families, First responders, Geriatric clients, Immigrants, Indigenous Americans, Neurodivergence, Parents, Students, Veterans

Years of Experience

20+
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Together, we’ll uncover inner strengths, develop personalized tools, and find new perspectives that foster healing, growth, and fulfillment in your life.

License number

#66810

Approaches

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-i)
  • Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Interpersonal Psychotherapy
  • Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Psychodynamic
  • Relational
  • Solution-Focused
  • Strengths-Based

Languages Spoken

English

Education

Master of Social Work Texas State University, August 2018 Master of Arts Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling - The University of Iowa Bachelor of Science Sociology with a Minor in Business Administration - The University of Iowa Professional Licenses and Certifications Licensed Clinical Social Worker (CO 09932257) Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (MN 34096) Licensed Clinical Social Worker (TX 66810) Licensed Mental Health Counselor (IA 00937) EMDR Certified 2014

Interests

Outside of work, I have a wide range of interests that help me maintain balance and well-being. I enjoy singing and experiencing live music, as well as outdoor activities like kayaking, biking, hiking, and skiing. Travel is a passion, and I value spending quality time with family and friends. I also prioritize self-care, self-compassion, and personal growth, while embracing the positive benefits of healthy nutrition and regular exercise to support my overall quality of life.