Molly Young, PsyD
Licensed Psychologist
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I earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Western Washington University in 2013, a Master of Arts degree in Clinical Psychology from Pacific University in 2018, and a Doctor of Psychology degree in Clinical Psychology from Pacific University in 2021.
My doctoral research consisted of evaluating the self-perceived cultural competence of psychologists in working with BDSM practitioners in Portland, Oregon, proposing a positive model for submissive identity development, and identifying the overlapping and distinct features of BDSM and abuse. I also have experience in teaching and providing workshops for mental health providers on how to work clinically with clients who are non-monogamous and kinky.
I have completed approximately 200 hours of comprehensive advanced training in sex therapy through the Institute for Sexuality Education & Enlightenment.
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Gender Identity, Relationship Concerns, Sexual concerns, Trauma and Stress
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Individual Therapy, Sex Therapy.
Ages 21+. Virtual sessions.
Hello! I’m Dr. Molly Young (they/them) and I am a licensed psychologist in both Oregon and Washington. I see individuals (ages 21+) virtually for sex therapy. I specialize in working with queer, gender expansive, non-monogamous, and kinky folks. I am sex-worker allied and affirming.
Are you a good clinical fit?
Many clients may feel they want to work with me because I am non-binary and queer and they would like to work with someone who shares identities and potentially lived experiences with them. This makes sense – you want someone who gets it; however, I may not be the right therapist for you if your presenting concerns are outside of my competency areas and current scope of practice. With that in mind, we may be a good clinical fit if you are seeking support with the following:
Exploration of orientations and identities: gender, sexuality, and relationship
Exploration of kink and BDSM
Identifying curiosities, boundaries, soft limits, and hard limits, understanding your risk profile and the risk profiles of others, vetting partners, scene negotiation, and consent, identifying unhealthy behaviors and/or coercive control and abuse within kink dynamics, etc.
Exploration of non-monogamous relationships
Opening an existing relationship, boundaries, negotiating relationship agreements, navigating new relationship energy, managing jealousy, deconstructing mono-normativity, etc.
Building communication skills and navigating chronic misattunement in relationships
Enhancing sexual desire, arousal, and pleasure
Healing from relational and sexual trauma
My Approach
I take a sex-positive approach to mental and sexual healthcare that is both trauma- and resiliency-informed. I embrace consensual sexual expression as a natural and healthy part of the human experience as well as recognize the validity of asexual and aromantic spectrums. I strive to create a non-judgmental and empowering environment for those I work with.
I strongly value curiosity and creativity as key components of moving toward relational connectedness and subsequent growth. I also incorporate humor in my sessions, as appropriate, to bring lightness to what can often be heavy work.
I integrate concepts from Relational-Cultural Therapy, Attachment Theory, Feminist Theory, Internal Family Systems, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Somatic Therapy.
I look forward to working with you!
Frequently Asked Questions
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Submit a prospective patient form, select sex or relationship therapy, and provide a brief description of why you are seeking these services. Our admin team will reach out to schedule a free 15-minute phone consultation with Dr. Young to better understand your presenting concerns and therapeutic needs, and to determine if you and Dr. Young are a good match for therapy.
If we are a good match, Dr. Young will schedule an intake evaluation with you (55-minutes) and will send you our new patient paperwork including a sex therapy specific intake packet.
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Regular sessions are 45-55 minutes, typically weekly or every other week, providing psychoeducation and specific suggestions and techniques in addition to therapeutic support to address your concerns.
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Yes! Sex therapy may be a primary therapy, or it may be a secondary service additional to another type of therapy that you attend.
trust, let go and be open.
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Fill out the “Prospective Patient Form” and we will reach out within 48 hours.
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Your access to services depends on things like whether you prefer in-person or telehealth, your available days and times, your age, your insurance coverage, your concerns, and the type of services you’re looking for. Being flexible can help you get an appointment sooner!
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Intake
Starts with an assessment (50-55 minutes). You will chat about your current situation, your history, and goals. A plan for treatment will be made with your goals and plan for follow up
Follow-up Appointments
Appointments last 30-55 minutes. We'll start by understanding your concerns and work together toward your goals at a pace that feels right for you. As symptoms improve, the frequency will reduce.
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In-Network: AETNA, Cigna, Kaiser, MODA, PacificSource, Providence Health Plans and Regence BCBS.
Self pay available.
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48-Hour Cancellation Policy
$75 Therapy Appointment
$20 Group Appointment
$100 Medication Appointment
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HIPAA secured, telehealth therapy via ZOOM is available for all clients.
In-Person services available at our 4 locations.
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Business hours are Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Office staff are available for scheduling during business hours only.
All providers keep their own schedule with some offering evening or weekend hours.
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No after-hours or crisis support.
If you are in crisis or emergency:
Call 911 or go to the hospital.
Call 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
Use Lifeline Chat at www.988lifeline.org.
