Life can be very stressful and overwhelming at times. We may find ourselves feeling stuck, disconnected, anxious or unsure of how to move forward in our relationships, family life, career, or sense of purpose.You don't have to navigate these challenges alone. As a licensed mental health therapist with over 25 years of experience, I am dedicated to supporting individuals, families , and couples as they work through life transitions, emotional struggles, and relationship difficulties. I have extensive experience working with clients facing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, substance abuse, and couples dynamics. My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded. I feel therapy works best when clients feel safe, respected, and truly heard. I integrate evidence-based therapeutic practices while tailoring each session to the client's unique goal and needs. My wish is to help the client build insight, strengthen resilience, and move toward meaningful change. It is very important for me to provide a supportive, safe and non-judgmental environment to assist clients in feeling comfortable , supported, and free to share at their own pace.
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
The first session is an opportunity to build rapport and begin building a strong therapeutic relationship. We will talk about what brings you to therapy, any current concerns, and what you hope to gain from our work together.There is no pressure to share more than you are ready to-this is your process. I am here for you. No expectations, only the wish for you to feel comfortable while you continue on your journey to self- discovery and living the life you deserve. We will begin identifying goals and discussing how we can move forward in a way that supports your needs.My hope is that you leave feeling heard, understood, and hopeful about the path ahead.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
I am dedicated and passionate about my work and grateful to be in a profession that allows me to both guide and witness individuals, families, and couples on their journey toward growth and well-being. I work with children, adolescents, and adults facing anxiety, depression, abuse, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, substance use, and other emotional concerns.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
My ideal client is someone who wants support in understanding themselves, improving their relationships, and developing healthier patterns. I work with children, adolescents and adults. I have extensive experience in anxiety disorders, trauma, grief, substance use and couples therapy. I meet you where you are and help you move toward the life and relationships you want to create. I respect the courage that individuals have to be willing to reach out and engage in self exploration.
Cognitive Behavior Therapy for Suicide Prevention (CBT-SP)
CBT therapy is a very effective evidence-based approach in therapy that helps clients identify and change unhelpful thoughts, beliefs, and behaviors that are affecting our quality of life and how we feel on a daily basis. It is so effective for dealing with anxiety and depression.
Solution Focused Brief Treatment
Solution focused therapy is a goal-oriented therapeutic approach that emphasizes building solutions, as well as analyzing any problems. It goes beyond insight in order to achieve the changes that the client's want.
Couples Counseling
Couples counseling focusing on understanding the relationship. Current conflicts and patterns are explored. Strengths in in the relationship are highlighted, and communication tools to improve the relationship are emphasized. Therapists acts as a neutral non-judgmental facilitator.
8 ratings with written reviews
November 18, 2025
I thought Julie was great
November 16, 2025
The best therapist I ever had only because of my progress and transparency of how I actually want to do things in life. I am more oriented and clarified about my goals and obstacles in life.
November 4, 2025
Julie was a good listener and asked great questions, She challenged my perceptions about grief and gave me a lot to think about