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Mary Catherine Youngpenn

MSW, LCSW Tend Therapy, PLLC
Specialties: Anxiety, Transgender Issues, Depression, Trauma, Addiction,
Insurance: Aetna, BlueCross and BlueShield

Introduction

I'm passionate about working with teens, young adults, adults and couples who are struggling with anxiety, depression, gender and sexuality concerns, interpersonal conflict, trauma, addiction, self esteem and eating disorders. I am especially committed to working with teens and adults who identify as LGBTQIA+. If you are looking to be more of an active participant in your life, gain insight and work toward a greater sense of self, I would love to meet you. I believe deeply in your innate ability and inner resources as the source material for our work together.

GENDER Female
PRONOUNS She/Her/Hers
RACE & ETHNICITY White

Highlights

  • Accepting new clients
  • Offers free consultation
  • In-person & telehealth appointments
  • Accepts online payments and insurance

Licenses

  • LCSW #C014447 (NC)

Specialties

Additional focus areas

Treatment Approaches

Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals
  • Couples
  • Families

Communities

  • Feminism
  • Racial Justice/Equity
  • Lesbian, Gay, & Bisexual
  • Trans & Non-Binary

Age groups

  • Teenagers (12-18)
  • Young Adults (18-24)
  • Adults (24+)

Languages

  • English

Faiths

  • Christian
  • Interfaith
  • Jewish
  • Multi-Faith
  • Islam

Payment options Free intro call available

Pay with insurance

Mary Catherine Youngpenn accepts these insurance providers. What you pay depends on your plan.
  • Aetna
  • BlueCross and BlueShield

Pay out-of-pocket

  • sliding scale $100 - $175

Locations

woods walk and talk
101 Williams Street
Carrboro, NC 27510-1325
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Frequently asked questions

Is Mary Catherine Youngpenn accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Mary Catherine Youngpenn is currently accepting new clients but has not enabled online booking.
Does Mary Catherine Youngpenn offer telehealth appointments? Mary Catherine Youngpenn does offer telehealth appointments.
What areas does Mary Catherine Youngpenn specialize in? Mary Catherine Youngpenn specializes in the following areas: Addiction, Anxiety, Attachment Issues, Child or Adolescent, Communication Issues, Couples Counseling, Depression, Dissociation, Domestic Violence, Eating Disorders, Family Conflict, Gender Identity, LGBTQIA+, Life Transitions, Mindfulness, Multicultural Concerns, Parenting, Peer Relationships, Perfectionism, Open Relationships/Polyamory, Self Esteem, Social Anxiety, Transgender Issues, and Trauma.
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