Grief, Parenting, Family Conflict, Spirituality, Chronic Illness/Pain, Career Counseling, Anger Management, Seniors & Geriatric, Peer Relationships, Panic Attack
Accepted insurance & self-pay
About Annette
Annette Young is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 34 years of experience helping individuals, couples, families, and seniors navigate life’s challenges. She specializes in supporting those facing grief, end-of-life issues, chronic medical conditions, and mental health concerns. With decades of professional and personal experience, Annette offers compassionate guidance and a safe space for growth, healing, and hope.
Annette earned her Master’s in Social Work from Florida State University. She integrates her clinical expertise with empathy, focusing on client-centered approaches that foster resilience, reflection, and meaningful connections. Her background equips her to guide clients through change with clarity and care.
Annette believes every person deserves support during life’s transitions. Her passion lies in helping clients find strength through struggle and rediscover purpose. Whether you are coping with pain, seeking clarity, or ready to fine-tune your life and relationships, Annette is here to walk alongside you on your journey.
"Through many years of experience as a medical and mental health social worker, and many years of pain and growth in my own life, I have become passionate about helping others struggling at various ages and stages of life."
Get to know Annette
Why did you decide to become a counselor or psychiatric provider?
I am a counselor because I enjoy helping people.
What types of clients do you work with best?
Adults
What type of clients are you most excited to work with?
Seniors
What's one thing you wish all clients knew?
I wish all clients knew that they have value.
Why did you choose to practice at Thriveworks?
Thriveworks makes it possible for people to access counseling from their own environment.
What inspires you?
People who are real inspire me.
What can clients expect in their first session with you?
Clients can expect to share about their lives, and what they hope to accomplish through counseling.
What do you want to accomplish with an individual in their first session?
I hope to build trust and hope with an individual or couple, during their first session, and be able to understand more about them and their desires for change.
What should clients know about you before scheduling a first session?
First sessions are often information gathering sessions, in effort to understand how I can help best.
What do you do for fun/on your time off?
Crochet, enjoy nature, spend time with family, some T.V., church
What's one thing about you that defines you (non-professional)?
Compassion
Other areas of focus
Education and training
- Years in practice
- 34 years
- Graduating institute
- Florida State University
- Graduating degree
- Master of Science in Social Work
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