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Michelle Youtsey

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Summary

Dynamic Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with extensive experience at Narrow Gate Therapy, specializing in Individual and couples counseling and emotional regulation. Successfully developed tailored treatment plans that enhanced client outcomes, utilizing cognitive-behavioral therapy and trauma-informed approaches. Proven ability to foster trust and rapport, empowering clients to confront and overcome emotional and relational challenges.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

Narrow Gate Therapy, PLLC
02.2025 - Current
  • Rendered mental health and counseling services to clients age 13 and up, specializing in teenage girls, women and couples, focusing on development of healthy relationships.
  • Conducted intake and needs assessments to set therapeutic goals and establish professional relationships with clients.
  • Delivered counseling services to families and couples dealing with familial issues.
  • Developed treatment plans tailored to clients'' unique needs, resulting in better progress towards mental health goals.
  • Addressed root causes of relationship difficulties by guiding couples through the exploration of underlying emotional patterns.

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

Planting Seeds Counseling and Coaching
05.2022 - 07.2025
  • Rendered mental health and counseling services to clients age 5 and up, focusing on development of healthy relationships.
  • Provided crisis intervention services during emergency situations, ensuring the safety and well-being of clients at risk.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams of healthcare providers to create comprehensive care plans for clients.
  • Promoted a supportive therapeutic environment by establishing trust and rapport with diverse clientele.

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

Stonebriar Counseling Associates
09.2020 - 03.2022
  • Strengthened client coping skills by teaching stress management strategies and mindfulness practices during therapy sessions.
  • Improved client outcomes by employing evidence-based therapeutic techniques in individual and group sessions.
  • Reduced symptoms of anxiety and depression through cognitive-behavioral therapy techniques applied in individual sessions.
  • Encouraged individuals and family members to develop and use skills and strategies for constructively confronting problems.

Education

Master of Arts - Social Work

California State University, Long Beach
Long Beach, CA
05-2000

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Biola University
La Mirada, CA
05-1996

Skills

  • Emotional regulation
  • Emotionally Focused Therapy
  • Relapse prevention
  • Boundaries establishment
  • Trauma Informed
  • Cognitive behavioral therapy
  • Behavior modification
  • Internal family systems therapy
  • Individual and couples counseling

Timeline

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

Narrow Gate Therapy, PLLC
02.2025 - Current

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

Planting Seeds Counseling and Coaching
05.2022 - 07.2025

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

Stonebriar Counseling Associates
09.2020 - 03.2022

Master of Arts - Social Work

California State University, Long Beach

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Biola University

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