Licensed to practice in New York and accepts 37 insurances. Specializes in ADHD, Child or Adolescent, Family Therapy and 8 more.
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Hi, I’m Juliana, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker At this time, I am accepting family-based clients only through Grow Therapy, meaning that my work involves both a child or young person and their parent/caregiver. I do not provide individual therapy to parents unless I am also actively working with their child.My family work is collaborative and tailored to the needs of each family. I use parent-child psychotherapy, mediation, restorative practices, CBT, DBT-informed skills, mindfulness, and solution-focused interventions. Sessions may focus on strengthening parent-child communication, navigating conflict, establishing healthy boundaries, creating consistent expectations and consequences at home, improving emotional regulation, and helping families better understand and respond to one another. Depending on the family's needs, treatment may include individual sessions with the child or young person, parent sessions, parent-child sessions, or sessions involving both parents. When a child is developmentally and clinically able to meet independently, treatment includes individual time with the child alongside regular caregiver involvement so that progress can be supported outside of therapy. Families may meet weekly or biweekly, with the option for up to two sessions per week when clinically appropriate. For example, one week may include an individual session with the child and a separate parent or parent-child session. This structure allows me to support the young person's individual needs while also addressing the family relationships and patterns that affect them outside of the therapy room. When additional support is needed, I can also collaborate with schools and other outpatient providers and incorporate safety planning and parent support around concerns such as self-harm. My approach is practical, relational, and strengths-based: I want both the young person and their caregivers to feel heard while helping the family develop healthier, more consistent ways of communicating and functioning together.
In our first session, I will ask some general questions to get to know you and better understand your needs and goals. Therapy is not meant to feel scary or intimidating, and you will never be forced to talk about anything before you are ready. We move at a pace that feels safe and comfortable for you, because building trust and a supportive relationship is the most important first step. We will also review any questionnaires you completed, discuss confidentiality, talk about how often we might meet, and begin setting goals for our work together in a way that fits your schedule and daily life.
My greatest strengths include my authenticity, determination, adaptability, and ongoing commitment to learning and growth. I approach my work with humility, recognizing that I do not have all the answers and that meaningful therapy is grounded in curiosity, collaboration, and continuous learning. I am especially passionate about integrating mind–body practices into therapy, as healing is not linear and looks different for every person. These approaches have profoundly shaped both my personal journey and clinical practice, and I am dedicated to thoughtfully sharing mind–body tools with clients who may benefit from this holistic path toward healing.
I work best with children, adolescents, and young adults (18-34)—from elementary school through college, and emerging adulthood—who are navigating life transitions and trying to make sense of their emotions and relationships. Many of my clients come in dealing with anxiety, depression, mood changes, friendship or relationship challenges, school stress, or experiences related to trauma. I also have experience supporting neurodivergent clients in ways that feel affirming and individualized. I understand that starting therapy can feel intimidating, and you don’t need to have everything figured out to begin. I meet clients exactly where they are, whether they’re ready to dive in or just starting to open up. You don’t need to fit a certain mold—just showing up is enough. I also enjoy working with families and can help navigate parent-child conflicts, improve communication, and create more understanding at home. The clients I connect with most are those who are open, even a little, to exploring themselves and trying new ways to express their feelings and manage emotions. Therapy with me is collaborative, supportive, and tailored to what feels most helpful for you.
I offer trauma-informed care rooted in warmth, trust, and genuine connection. I believe healing begins in a safe and supportive relationship, and I work collaboratively with clients to create a space where they feel seen, heard, and respected. My approach honors each person’s lived experience, identity, and strengths, while recognizing how trauma can impact emotions, relationships, and the body. I integrate mindfulness, emotional regulation skills, and evidence-based practices such as CBT and DBT to help clients build coping tools, deepen self-understanding, and reconnect with a sense of stability and self-worth. I have extensive experience supporting children, adolescents, and young adults navigating trauma, family conflict, and life transitions, and I meet clients with compassion, patience, and curiosity at every stage of their healing process.
I use parent-child psychotherapy to help children, teens, and caregivers strengthen communication, work through conflict, and create healthier patterns at home. In sessions, I facilitate conversations between parents and children, mediate difficult interactions, and help families practice setting boundaries, establishing consistent expectations and consequences, and repairing relationships after conflict. I incorporate restorative practices and adapt my approach for neurodiverse families, including children with ADHD, autism, executive functioning challenges, and emotional dysregulation. I also support families with school communication, safety planning related to self-harm, and coordination with outpatient or higher levels of care. providing guidance with School Systems. I have worked in 6 schools throughout New York Metropolitan area, and my experience in school social work spans across Elementary to High School. I use parent-child psychotherapy to help children, teens, and caregivers strengthen communication, work through conflict, and create healthier patterns at home. In sessions, I facilitate conversations in real time between parents and children, mediate difficult interactions, and help families practice setting boundaries, establishing consistent expectations and consequences, and repairing relationships after conflict. I incorporate restorative practices and adapt my approach for neurodiverse families, including children with ADHD, autism, executive functioning challenges, and emotional dysregulation.
I use Solution-Focused Brief Therapy regularly in my work with adolescents and young adults in career and education settings. I focus on helping youth recognize their strengths, set realistic goals, and build on what is already working for them. This collaborative approach supports confidence, motivation, and meaningful progress in a way that feels empowering and manageable.
I work from a strengths-based perspective that emphasizes each client’s resilience, abilities, and lived experiences. I help youth and young adults recognize their existing skills and inner resources, even during challenging times, and use these strengths as a foundation for growth, confidence, and change.
I incorporate play therapy into my work with children and adolescents to create a safe, developmentally appropriate space for expression and healing. Through creative modalities such as art, storytelling, games, and imaginative play, I help young clients process emotions, build coping skills, and strengthen emotional regulation. I utilize play therapy techniques in both in-person and virtual settings, adapting interventions to meet each child’s unique needs while fostering connection, confidence, and resilience.