Ferial Youkhanna, LMSW
LMSW specializing in anxiety and relationships
- Couples and individual therapy
- English Arabic Chaldean services
- Over 24 years experience
About Ferial Youkhanna
Ferial Youkhanna is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) practicing in Michigan who brings more than 24 years of clinical experience to work with individuals and couples. She completed a Bachelor of Social Work at the University of Detroit Mercy and earned a Master in Clinical Mental Health/Micro Social Work from Wayne State University in Detroit, Michigan. As an LMSW - a Licensed Master Social Worker - she applies clinical training and practical experience to support clients facing a variety of mental health and relationship challenges.
Her clinical approach is integrative and tailored to each person's needs, drawing on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), solution-focused therapy, client-centered therapy, and motivational interviewing. She also uses acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), attachment-based techniques, mindfulness practices, emotionally-focused therapy (EFT), and trauma-informed methods when appropriate to the client’s goals.
She has extensive experience working with clients coping with schizophrenia, major depression, grief and bereavement, gambling addiction, panic attacks and anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), trauma and resilience issues, and marital problems. In addition, she addresses intimacy concerns, parenting and anger management, self-esteem and career challenges, and bipolar disorder, helping clients develop practical strategies and coping skills.
Ferial communicates in English, Arabic, and Aramaic/Chaldean; she reads, writes, and speaks Arabic fluently and also speaks Aramaic/Chaldean. She offers services to a diverse client base and is currently accepting new clients, working collaboratively to build resilience, improve relationships, and navigate life transitions.
Her clinical approach is integrative and tailored to each person's needs, drawing on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), solution-focused therapy, client-centered therapy, and motivational interviewing. She also uses acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), attachment-based techniques, mindfulness practices, emotionally-focused therapy (EFT), and trauma-informed methods when appropriate to the client’s goals.
She has extensive experience working with clients coping with schizophrenia, major depression, grief and bereavement, gambling addiction, panic attacks and anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), trauma and resilience issues, and marital problems. In addition, she addresses intimacy concerns, parenting and anger management, self-esteem and career challenges, and bipolar disorder, helping clients develop practical strategies and coping skills.
Ferial communicates in English, Arabic, and Aramaic/Chaldean; she reads, writes, and speaks Arabic fluently and also speaks Aramaic/Chaldean. She offers services to a diverse client base and is currently accepting new clients, working collaboratively to build resilience, improve relationships, and navigate life transitions.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPhobiasPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Imago Relationship Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Ferial Youkhanna have?
Ferial Youkhanna has 24 years of experience.
Is Ferial Youkhanna a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds an LMSW, which stands for Licensed Master Social Worker. License details are MI LMSW 6801078369.
In which languages does Ferial Youkhanna provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English and Arabic.
Where is Ferial Youkhanna located?
She is located in Michigan.
How can I work with Ferial Youkhanna as my therapist?
Clients can work with Ferial Youkhanna through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Ferial Youkhanna work with international clients?
Ferial Youkhanna does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Ferial Youkhanna cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as a client's location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Interested individuals can click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match them with a therapist. Depending on availability, they can then schedule a first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Could Remote Therapy Be a Good Fit?
Individuals often wonder whether virtual therapy will meet their needs. For many common concerns - such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, or navigating life transitions - online therapy can be as effective as traditional in-person care, offering similar approaches and therapeutic techniques adapted for virtual delivery.One of the clearest advantages is convenience and flexibility. Clients can connect with therapists in the format that best fits their schedule and comfort level - through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This range of options makes it easier to maintain continuity of care while balancing work, family, and other commitments.
Licensed professionals provide online therapy, and clients have the option to change therapists if they would like a different fit. For many people, remote therapy creates an accessible path to support, helping them address concerns and build skills with trained therapists in ways that fit into everyday life.