Julie Tirella

LCSW, 20 years of experience
Solution oriented
Warm
Authentic
VirtualAvailable

Life can be stressful and overwhelming at times. We may find ourselves feeling stuck, disconnected, or unsure of how to move forward in our relationships, family life, or career. As a licensed mental health therapist with over 20 years of experience, I am dedicated to supporting individuals, families , and couples as they navigate these challenges. I have extensive experience working with clients facing both mental health and substance use issues. My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in creating a safe, supportive and non-judgmental environment where you can explore your thoughts, emotions and goals.

Get to know me

In our first session together, here's what you can expect

The first session is to build rapport and to allow client to realize that I am there for them to address whatever issues that are bringing them into therapy. It's for the client to have a safe space to discuss and process their feelings at their pace. No expectations, only the wish that the client feels comfortable and wants to continue on their journey to self discovery and living the life that they deserve.

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.

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My treatment methods

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.

, 131 ratings

8 ratings with written reviews

November 18, 2025

I thought Julie was great

Verified client, age 65+
Review shared after session 1 with Julie

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.

Verified client, age 25-34
Review shared after session 5 with Julie

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

Verified client, age 65+
Review shared after session 1 with Julie