Jacob Young
Clinical Therapist
Monroe
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated therapist with a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (Substance Use Disorders emphasis) and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. Experienced in providing individual, group, and family therapy across diverse clinical settings, including community mental health, transitional residential programs, and evidence-based family systems interventions. Facilitated Functional Family Therapy–Child Welfare (FFT-CW), Psychosocial Rehabilitation (PSR), and trauma-informed care with adolescents, young adults, and families.
Selected as one of a handful of undergraduates for a competitive internship under Dr. Robert Hanser, working directly within correctional facilities in Tallulah, LA. Clinical training further developed through internships at The Carpenter Shed and The Center for Children and Families, with direct experience in addiction treatment, family engagement, and skills-based interventions for high-needs youth.
Grounded in existential and meaning-centered approaches, integrating Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and CBT with a focus on resilience, identity development, and authentic therapeutic connection. Recognized for the ability to build trust with complex clients, navigate high-stakes family dynamics, and translate theory into practical, impactful interventions.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Therapist
Counseling and Psychology Clinic of Louisiana
09.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive care, ensuring optimal patient progress.
- Continuously updated clinical knowledge through professional development, staying current on best practices in the field of therapy.
- Provided psychoeducation on coping mechanisms, equipping patients with practical tools to manage stressors effectively.
- Completed assessments and planned customized treatments, applying wide range of resources.
- Monitored treatment adherence, adjusting strategies as needed to optimize engagement and ensure continuity of care.
- Utilized evidence-based interventions in individual therapy sessions, tailoring techniques to each patient's unique needs.
- Promoted self-efficacy in patients by setting achievable goals and celebrating progress throughout the therapeutic process.
- Collected information about individuals or clients using interviews, observational techniques, and other assessment methods.
- Implemented variety of evidence-based counseling methods to achieve therapy goals.
Clinical Therapist
The Carpenter Shed
05.2024 - 09.2024
- Provided therapeutic care within a 6‑month, highly structured, community‑based transitional program for young men (ages 16–20) navigating mental health and substance use challenges.
- Delivered individual and group therapy focused on healing through experiential (adventure‑based) therapy, including activities such as team‑building challenges, physical fitness, cooking, kayaking, ropes courses, and life‑skills training.
- Applied a thematic, phased clinical model addressing a broad range of issues—such as trauma, anxiety, depression, addiction, identity development, self‑esteem, adjustment, family dynamics, and behavioral challenges—progressing through four structured phases to help participants rewire thinking and behavior patterns.
- Supported development of emotional intelligence (EI) and resilience through social-emotional learning (SEL) techniques, fostering self-awareness, emotional regulation, assertiveness, leadership, and coping mechanisms in healthy, real-world contexts.
- Mentored young men to reclaim a sense of purpose, meaning, and direction, helping guide them from isolation or disengagement to personal responsibility within a safe, relational community.
Family Therapist
The Center for Children and Families
05.2023 - 05.2024
- Delivered home-based, short-term family therapy using the FFT-CW evidence-based model to strengthen family functioning and prevent unnecessary out-of-home placements.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of family dynamics, risk factors, and protective factors to guide individualized treatment planning.
- Engaged families through a strength-based, culturally responsive approach, building rapport and fostering motivation for change.
- Provided individual, parent, and family sessions focusing on improving communication, problem-solving, conflict resolution, and parenting practices.
- Collaborated closely with child welfare workers, probation officers, schools, and community providers to ensure continuity of care and support.
- Maintained fidelity to the FFT-CW model through ongoing supervision, consultation, and use of structured treatment phases (Engagement, Motivation, Behavior Change, and Generalization).
- Collected and reported client progress data, documenting outcomes in accordance with program, agency, and child welfare requirements.
- Assisted families in connecting with natural supports and community resources to promote long-term stability and resilience.
Therapist Intern
The Center for Children and Families
12.2022 - 04.2023
- Delivered community-based psychosocial rehabilitation services to children, adolescents, and families referred through Louisiana’s Medicaid behavioral health system.
- Supported clients in developing social, emotional, and behavioral skills to improve functioning at home, school, and in the community.
- Assisted in implementing individualized treatment plans under the supervision of licensed clinicians, targeting goals such as emotional regulation, coping strategies, interpersonal effectiveness, and daily living skills.
- Provided structured skill-building sessions in natural environments (home, school, community) to promote generalization of therapeutic gains.
- Collaborated with case managers, therapists, teachers, and caregivers to reinforce treatment objectives and ensure continuity of care.
- Monitored and documented client progress, maintaining detailed session notes and progress reports consistent with Medicaid and agency standards.
- Participated in clinical supervision and training to strengthen knowledge of evidence-based practices and ethical delivery of community mental health services.
- Developed skills in rapport-building with high-needs youth and families, including those impacted by trauma, poverty, and systemic stressors.
Therapist Intern
The Carpenter Shed
08.2022 - 03.2023
- Co-facilitated therapeutic group sessions for adolescent and young adult males in a transitional residential setting, focusing on emotional regulation, identity, and recovery.
- Conducted individual therapy sessions under clinical supervision, supporting clients in exploring personal challenges and developing coping strategies.
- Observed and participated in family therapy and support calls, gaining experience in systemic interventions and family engagement.
- Practiced trauma-informed, strength-based approaches consistent with The Carpenter Shed’s structured therapeutic model.
- Documented sessions and collaborated with supervising clinicians to refine treatment plans and ensure continuity of care.
Education
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Colorado Christian University
Denver, CO 05.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Louisiana At Monroe
Monroe, LA 05.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Sterlington High School
Sterlington, LA 05.2001 -
Skills
Psychotherapy techniques
Ethics and confidentiality
Cognitive behavioral therapy
Clinical documentation
Group therapy facilitation
Family therapy
Individual counseling
Existential therapy
Humanistic therapy
Substance abuse treatment
Adolescent therapy
Acceptance and commitment therapy
Clinical assessment
Self motivation
Effective communication
Team collaboration
Active listening
Relationship building
Timeline
Clinical Therapist
Counseling and Psychology Clinic of Louisiana
09.2024 - Current
Clinical Therapist
The Carpenter Shed
05.2024 - 09.2024
Family Therapist
The Center for Children and Families
05.2023 - 05.2024
Therapist Intern
The Center for Children and Families
12.2022 - 04.2023
Therapist Intern
The Carpenter Shed
08.2022 - 03.2023
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Colorado Christian University
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Louisiana At Monroe
05.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Sterlington High School
05.2001 -
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