Julianne has been practicing as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker since 2017, with over 10 years of experience providing direct service to the community. Julianne's background is rooted in providing community-based mental health services throughout the most underserved areas of Los Angeles County. Throughout her clinical training and practice, Julianne has had the privilege and honor to support and treat diverse populations of all ages who experience mental health issues, including depression, anxiety, PTSD, substance use disorders, gender dysphoria, neurodevelopmental disorders, personality disorders, as well as issues related to grief and loss, chronic illnesses/pain/sleep disorders, life transitions, relationship & social issues, and sex & intimacy. Julianne's main mission is to provide more safe therapeutic spaces focused for women and the LGBTQ+ community to explore their internal worlds.

What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?

Julianne hosts a safe virtual space for individuals to support in their personal rebalancing, encourages controlled reflection of their experiences, and facilitates emotional processing. Julianne assists the individual in cultivating their mindfulness skills in order to have more understanding of one's whole self. Julianne empowers her clients with relevant psychoeducation and encourages a dedication to the internal work between sessions.

What treatment methods and tools do you utilize?

My clinical approach is eclectic; most often pulling from psychodynamic, humanistic, transpersonal and Internal Family Systems (IFS informed) theoretical orientations. As perspectives may shift and meaning is attributed to realizations, Julianne will be of complete support to her client. She believes in empowering those she works with and embraces collaboration in goal setting, as individuals experience inner growth and begin cultivating desired changes in their day-to-day life.

Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.

Julianne is a non-judgmental, open-minded person who is deeply passionate about her clinical work. Julianne is also flexible, empowering, and creative with how she implements various clinical interventions and theories.

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