Licensed to practice in 2 states and accepts 22 insurances. Specializes in Family Therapy, Life Transitions, Self Esteem and 4 more.
Julia Shaw
I am a therapist and homesteader. I am from Massachusetts, and live in Maine. I've had several experiences that help me understand the struggles of folks who are adjusting to a new environment. Clients find me down to earth, the type of therapist who likes to laugh and will call you out sometimes. Everyone has qualities that can help them heal, but there are times when the right support can be so valuable. I aim to attune with my clients and for my sessions to be encouraging, clarifying, and empowering.
Get to know me
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
We will get to know each other a little bit to establish a sense of comfort and connection. We will talk about your struggles, as well as your strengths. We will start to define what you are hoping to change-- for some, this is very clear while for others, it might take a few sessions! And that's ok.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
It can be hard to come to therapy and lay your problems and emotions out in front of someone you've just met. I take a moment to center myself before each session, so that I can share a calm and thoughtful presence. This is part of the trauma informed approach. I listen carefully to the way that you talk about yourself and others. Everyone has stories that help them make sense of the world and their place in it-- what story are you telling yourself, and can it be adjusted to be more freeing? This is the narrative approach. There may be information that would help you feel less alone, or give you a framework for understanding and addressing your problems. Or I may share coping skills that could help in the moment when you're distressed. These are some elements of psychoeducation that I provide.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
Some of the recurring themes in my practice include: people who have burnout due to massive responsibilities, overwork or caregiving. People who feel like black sheep, or have difficult family dynamics. Those who are dealing with loss including grief, anticipatory grief (loved one is still alive), or loss of abilities. Folks who are exploring spirituality, healing from religious trauma, or navigating interfaith or cross-cultural dynamics.
Specialties
Top specialties
Family Therapy
Life Transitions
Self Esteem
Other specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Family Conflict
Grief
I identify as
Woman
Serves ages
Adults (18 to 64)
Elders (65 and above)
Licensed in
Maine
Massachusetts
Accepts
Aetna
Aetna - ASR Health Benefits
Aetna - Allied Benefits
Aetna - Luminare
Aetna - Medicare
Aetna - Moda
Aetna - WebTPA
Aetna – HealthEZ
Amerihealth Administrators
Arlo
Cash - $100 per session
Centivo
Cigna
Cigna - HealthEZ
EAP:Cigna
EAP:Evernorth
Evernorth
GTEB
Harvard Pilgrim
Humana - Medicare
Humana Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)
Tufts Health
Location
Virtual
My treatment methods
Trauma Informed Care
Extensive experience treating trauma in all ages, empowering and self-reflective stance.