Kimberly Ahearn Young
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
New York
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Kimberly Ahearn Young
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Professional statement
Kimberly Ahearn Young is a licensed clinical social worker who specializes in trauma, grief and loss, depression, anxiety, and adjustment disorders. The majority of her practice is dedicated to working with survivors of trauma, including first responders and 9/11 rescue workers, veterans, and adults with a history of childhood abuse or intimate partner violence.
Kimberly’s approach is primarily psychodynamic, helping clients understand how past events and relationships impact their daily life and patterns of behavior. She also offers Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) sessions, to aid clients in unblocking and releasing painful memories, lead to more rapid trauma recovery.
Kimberly is passionate about providing individualized care, facilitating each client’s inner exploration with gentle encouragement but always at their comfortable pace. She is impressed by her clients’ resilience and ability to lead lives full of meaning and joy. Her Murray Hill office is easily accessible by Grand Central Station.
Work and Education
Private practice
Counseling Service Unit of the FDNY, Clinical Director
Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America, Rapid Response Referral Program, Director
Counseling Service Unit of the FDNY, Associate Director
New York Psychoanalytic Society and Institute, Certificate in Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, 2017
Parnell Institute, EMDR 1-3, 2017
New York University, MSW, 1998
Languages
EnglishSpecialties
Trauma - Coping and healing after threatening or scary events, such as witnessing accidents or experiencing sexual, verbal, emotional, or physical abuse
Bereavement - Emotionally preparing for the anticipated passing of a loved one; managing feelings and reactions to a death or loss of significance; support during the process of healing and acceptance
Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)
Depression - Providing support and promoting healing through hopelessness, low motivation and energy, sadness, irritability, sleep disturbance, and loss of interest and pleasure in life
Work-related issues - Managing overwhelming stress and expectations; increasing effective ways of restoring and maintaining emotional stability and health; addressing challenging relationships with coworkers and bosses
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) - Restoring the brain's natural healing abilities with a series of lateral eye movements while focusing on a difficult memory; reducing overwhelming feelings connected to past experiences and allowing for emotional healing
General expertise
Treatment approaches
Clientele
- Adults (24+)
- Couples
- Families
- Parents
- Seniors (65+)
- Young adults (18-24)
Locations & Hours
Offering free sessions to frontline healthcare workers during COVID-19
Insurance
Kimberly Ahearn Young is accepting clients paying listed fees or using health insurance out-of-network benefits other than:
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Cigna
- Medicare
Read about the benefits of seeing an out-of-network provider here.
Out-of-pocket fees
- Individual sessions:$200 (50min)
- Sliding scale:$80 - $200
Additional session information
Out-of-network billing options
This provider can support you in getting reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network reimbursement. Here are the out-of-network billing options they provide:
Therapist's note
During COVID-19, Kimberly is offering free sessions to frontline healthcare workers.
Client testimonials
"She is caring a good listener and is empathetic."
- Zencare client • April 2022