Kristin Young, LICSW

Kristin Young, LICSW

Clinical Director

Kristin Young is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker who holds a Master’s degree in Clinical Social Work from Boston University School of Social Work and a Bachelor’s in Neuroscience from Smith College. She has worked in the field of mental health and addictive disorders for 18 years with a specialty in addiction and recovery, trauma, and chronic mental health issues for adults and teens. Ms. Young has served the organization since 2015 as Director of Clinical Services while maintaining a private practice on Cape Cod. Kristin was integral in developing Herren Project’s recovery services, including creating a family support program. Preparing itself for continued growth and as credible experts in the addiction space, the Board unanimously promoted Kristin Young to Clinical Director in June 2022. Kristin oversees the individual and family programs and all clinical aspects of the organization, including its recovery and prevention programs. Kristin brings “lived experience” from her personal experience. She is a long-time resident of Cape Cod and the proud mother of a teenage son. Contact: kristin@herrenproject.org.