Holistic counseling for mind-body-spirit–community 503-309-1163
M. Joy Young, LCSW, CPC
About Joy Young, LCSW, CPC
"My mission is to help people love themselves more, live healthier more purposeful lives, and build loving relationships with others and the community"
I received my Masters of Social Work (MSW) in 1997 from Portland State University's School of Social Work and my Bachelors of Science in Sociology in 1989. I have worked in the field of social service, crisis, community mental health, senior services, and hospice for 20 years. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and an Academy Certified Social Worker.
I completed professional coach training with the International Coaching Academy in 2008, Holistic Health practice and Flower Essence training with Australasian College of Health Sciences in 2007 and with the Flower Essence Society in 2010. I received Soulcollage® Facilitators training in 2008. I am a Certified Professional Coach, Soulcollage® Facilitator, and Flower Essence Consultant.
After living in Lesotho, Southern Africa as a Peace Corps volunteer I became fascinated with plants and went on to study "all things green" - horticulture, gardening, and nature. I owned and operated a successful gardening service for 8 years before returning to social work.
I have studied western mysticism continuously for over 20 years and have attended Vipassana Buddhist retreats with an emphasis on the Brahma Viharas over the last 5 years. I maintain a strong commitment to wellness in all it's forms by practicing my own healthy lifestyle program that includes gardening, spiritual practices, meditation, and the laughter that comes from watching a good British comedy!
If you are ready to begin a counseling relationship that can help you feel better contact M. Joy Young, LCSW at 503-309-1163 or email me at . I am accepting new referrals and would welcome your call.
