We process personally identifiable information ("PII") and personal health information to conduct our business and provide you with effective service as described in our Privacy Policy. Some data processing and sharing is required for our product to function and cannot be disabled. If you click 'I Agree', we may also share PII with third party advertising partners to deliver more relevant ads and with analytics partners to improve our services. To learn about who we share your data with and why or to opt out, go to Sharing Settings.
I am a licensed clinical professional counselor in Illinois. I have worked in the field of counseling for 26 years. My experience is diverse in working with individuals, parents, individuals on parole and probation, and adults seeking strategies for change. I have held a dual career for nearly 20 years as a 911 operator and understand the challenges faced by first responders as well. I am a PhD candidate with research specific to African American men and strategies for success. My work as a psychotherapist include helping people with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, ADHD, parenting challenges, motivation and career challenges, race-based trauma, and beyond. I often work with high profile clients and understand the importance of your privacy in seeking therapy.
My counseling style is warm and engaging. I truly enjoy helping people while treating everyone with respect and meeting them where they are. Together, we will establish goals that meet your needs. My counseling approach is based on the personality and need of the client, which include cognitive behavioral therapy, rational emotive behavior therapy, existential therapy, reality therapy, client-centered, and solution-focused.
Additional areas of focus:Addictions, LGBT, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, Abandonment, Adoption and foster care, Antisocial personality, Autism and Asperger Syndrome, Blended family issues, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Commitment issues, Control issues, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Dependent personality, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Divorce and separation, Emptiness, Family problems, Fatherhood issues, First responder issues, Hoarding, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Post-traumatic stress, Prejudice and discrimination, Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Dr. Bernice Young. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Excellent service and knowledgeable
Written on Feb 02, 2023 after therapy with Bernice for 2 years and 2 months
Bernice has been my therapist for well over a year now and she has got me through some of the hardest moments in my life. She has helped me create tools and helped me through hard steps. Bernice is a no nonsense kind of woman, she gives me tough love in the best way possible. I strongly believe Bernice has helped me grow into the independent woman that I am today. If you’re looking for a therapist, Bernice is the perfect one.
Written on May 22, 2022 after therapy with Bernice for 1 year and 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
Wonderful therapist with a wonderful heart. She takes her role seriously and genuine in her assistance.
Written on May 11, 2022 after therapy with Bernice for 1 year on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and family conflicts
She’s the best therapist I’ve ever had! My son told me he could see a difference in me since I’ve been in therapy with Bernice!
Written on Apr 26, 2022 after therapy with Bernice for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, sleeping disorders, and coping with life changes
She has been an amazing help, full of insight and a variety of perspectives. Thank you for her!
Written on Apr 10, 2022 after therapy with Bernice for 1 year and 4 months on issues concerning addictions, and adhd
Bernice is so thorough. She listens and is able to respond to specific things I didn’t even notice I said. She checks in and sends kind messages as well, and makes herself available outside of our scheduled time. She has helped me so much!
Written on Mar 11, 2022 after therapy with Bernice for 11 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, and coping with life changes
She’s the best!
Written on Feb 25, 2022 after therapy with Bernice for 1 year and 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, coping with life changes, and adhd
EXCEPTIONAL
Written on Feb 12, 2022 after therapy with Bernice for 1 year and 2 months on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
If it wasn't for Bernice I wouldn't be in as good of a place that I am now
Written on Jan 21, 2022 after therapy with Bernice for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning depression, self esteem, and compassion fatigue
I think this might be my second review about Bernice but she is wonderful. This is going to be my second time back to her and I honestly can’t imagine having another therapist. She listens and not only listens she cares. She wants you to succeed because therefore she succeeds at her work. 10/10 recommend.
Written on Jan 11, 2022 after therapy with Bernice for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, and adhd
Dr. Young has a warm personality that lets you talk to her about anything but she also keeps it real with you.
Written on Sep 26, 2021 after therapy with Bernice for 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and self esteem
Bernice is super chill and easy to talk to. Very helpful as well.
Written on Sep 13, 2021 after therapy with Bernice for 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
Bernice has been consistently great at meeting me where I'm at and supporting decisions I've made.
Written on Sep 02, 2021 after therapy with Bernice for 7 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and compassion fatigue
Bernice Young is very skilled and supportive. I really appreciate her approach. She has been incredibly helpful, and she gets me to see situations in new ways.
Written on Jun 22, 2021 after therapy with Bernice for 4 months on issues concerning adhd
I am so grateful for Bernice's support. She understands and listens deeply, and helps to guide me in some of the most important life-trajectory-affecting decisions I am facing at this time.
Written on Jun 21, 2021 after therapy with Bernice for 4 months
Very caring and sweet. Always told me she was proud of me when I made progress. Helped me move away from self blame within months during a time of crushing grief. Helped me feel hopeful again.
Written on May 30, 2021 after therapy with Bernice for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Bernice not only has the knowledge and expertise to help, she has the heart to see you with respect and meet you wherever you are at.
Written on Apr 19, 2021 after therapy with Bernice for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, coaching, and adhd
She is freaking phenomenal and knows what she’s doing!!!
Written on Apr 12, 2021 after therapy with Bernice for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, bipolar disorder, and adhd
Even when I get too nervous to reach out, my counselor has a way of reconnecting that feels attainable and refreshing. Even as I change and my life changes, it feels good to know I have my BH B (betterhelp bernice) who I can depend on and will be there for me no matter what. Very grateful and excited for our sessions :)
Written on Mar 13, 2021 after therapy with Bernice for 3 months on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, anger management, and coping with life changes
She's so far very responsive. I hope to be able to continue if affordable.
Written on Feb 06, 2021 after therapy with Bernice for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, and family conflicts
Very skilled and knowledgeable, helped with my anxiety and depression. Very kind.
Written on Dec 25, 2020 after therapy with Bernice for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Bernice is very proactive and inquisitive.
I belive these are great qualities to have. Hense, I really enjoyed our sessionsleft feeling highly positive that my situation will change and I shooud enjoy the process and find a balance.
Written on Dec 24, 2020 after therapy with Bernice for 3 weeks
Bernice has been really great about fitting me into her schedule. She also keeps me feeling positive during sessions and during our text messages.
Written on Dec 20, 2020 after therapy with Bernice for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, and anger management
She’s wonderful!
Written on Dec 18, 2020 after therapy with Bernice for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, and adhd
Your review of Dr. Young would be greatly appreciated.
We will share your review with Dr. Young, and it may be posted on our website, Dr. Young's profile, or used in online marketing. To protect your identity, your name will not be associated with the review. Posts may be edited to remove identifying information.
Please provide a review for Dr. Young
Thank you for submitting a review
Your feedback is very important, and we'll carefully review it to continue improving the therapy experience for everyone who uses BetterHelp.
