Ferial Youkhanna, LMSW - Therapist in Michigan

About Ferial

Ferial Youkhanna is a licensed Master Social Worker who focuses on stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship concerns, depression, trauma and abuse, and parenting. She speaks English and Arabic and brings more than 24 years of clinical experience. Her approach is practical and direct, aimed at helping people manage overwhelming feelings and improve day-to-day functioning.

She uses tools from cognitive behavioral therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help clients notice unhelpful thinking and try different behaviors.

Background and approach

Attachment-Based and Emotionally-Focused techniques come into play when relationship patterns and closeness issues are the main concern. Sessions tend to be collaborative and goal-oriented, with clear steps to try between meetings. Ferial draws on long experience with addictions, panic and anxiety, grief, marital struggles, and severe mood concerns.

She also addresses issues such as body image, caregiver stress, chronic illness, communication problems, divorce and separation, and impulsivity. Her background includes training in several evidence-informed approaches used in outpatient settings. In sessions she balances problem-solving with attention to emotions and relationship dynamics.

That might mean practicing new communication skills, tracking mood and triggers, or learning acceptance and mindful skills to reduce reactivity. She explains techniques in straightforward language and tailors them to each person's situation. Ferial works from Michigan and conducts therapy in English and Arabic.

Her clinical focus covers both immediate coping skills and longer-term work on attachment and relationship patterns. People who want a practical, experienced clinician who mixes behavioral tools with relational focus may find her style a good fit.

How therapeutic approaches translate to online care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and commit to actions that match their values. It is useful for anxiety, depression, and life transitions when getting unstuck matters more than changing every thought. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying patterns of thinking and behavior that feed problems and then trying practical experiments to change them, which is helpful for panic, insomnia, and mood concerns. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationship patterns affect current closeness and trust and can help when intimacy, communication, or repeated relationship conflicts are central issues.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with clients about goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t helped before, then suggest techniques to try together. That collaborative process means methods can shift over time based on what is most helpful.

Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules and to follow up between sessions. Many people find that remote formats let them practice skills in real life and get timely support when stressful moments arise.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Less about arguing with difficult thoughts, more about loosening their grip and acting on what matters to you anyway. Values and committed action carry the work, which suits conversation at a distance.

Attachment-Based Therapy

Looks at how early bonds shaped what you expect from closeness, and how that plays out now with a partner, a parent, or your own children.

Client-Centered Therapy

The direction comes from you rather than from a set programme. The therapist offers a warm, non-judgemental space to think out loud and work at your own pace. Online, this rests on the relationship rather than on being in the same room.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she address?

She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship and family concerns, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating and sleeping problems, parenting challenges, anger, self-esteem, career issues, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and related focuses such as abandonment, attachment issues, and caregiver stress.

What is her therapeutic style like?

The therapist uses a practical, collaborative style that combines problem-solving with attention to emotions and relationships. Sessions often include skill practice, behavior changes, and work on communication patterns.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has 24 years of experience working in mental health settings and with a range of concerns including addictions, anxiety, grief, and relationship issues.

What are her credentials and where is she based?

She holds the Licensed Master Social Worker credential, LMSW, and is listed with MI LMSW number 6801078369. She practices from Michigan.

Which languages are supported in sessions?

Sessions are offered in English and Arabic.

What session formats does she offer?

Therapy is available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging.

How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I get started with her services?

Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to the therapist's availability.

Specialties and expertise

Top specialties

Stress, Anxiety
Addictions
Relationship issues

Also works with

Therapeutic approaches

Experience: 24 years
Licensed: Michigan
Languages: English, Arabic

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