Janelle Youngdahl, PhD

Title: Licensed Psychologist, Clinic Director

Location: Ada (Grand Rapids)

Approach to Treatment

Dr. Youngdahl provides evidence-based, compassionate, and authentic treatment.  She is enthusiastic about delivering therapeutic services and fosters a nurturing environment for children to flourish. Dr. Youngdahl sets appropriately high expectations for her clients and gently supports them in progressing towards their goals. She engages in collaboration with parents, schools, and other care providers to implement comprehensive care. 

Areas of Expertise

  • Generalized Anxiety

  • Selective Mutism

  • School Refusal

  • Secific Phobias

  • Behavior management

  • Parent Training

  • Psychological Assessment

  • Janelle utilizes evidence-based treatment approaches including: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Parent Management Training (PMT), Exposure Response Prevention (ERP), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

  • Age Range: Youth ages 3-17 and Parents

Experience and Training

Dr. Youngdahl received her PhD from Michigan State University and is a fully licensed psychologist. She has experience treating a variety of anxiety, behavior, and mood disorders and has completed training in school, hospital, and outpatient settings. 

More about Me

Dr. Youngdahl lives in Rockford with her husband, daughter, and German Shorthaired Pointer dog. She loves spending time with her family, planning/hosting events, and relaxing at her family cabin in Northern Michigan. 

Email Janelle Youngdahl at:
JYoungdahl@thrivingminds.info

DoctorNancy GrauAda, Director