I have an undergraduate degree in sociology and a clinical master’s in social work. I have been in this field for 6years. I also specialize in infant mental health, which helps parents strengthen their relationships with young children. I have worked with all ages, from newborn, toddler, youth, teens, adults, and older population. I provide support for individuals coping with trauma, grief, loss, anxiety, adjustment, life transitions and challenges, coping with family issues, parenting skills, and providing CBT- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Motivational Interviewing and self-esteem building techniques. I pride myself in being an advocate for others of all ages. I am a very easy-going therapist with a strength-based approach. I have experience successfully supporting others in their journey of improving their quality of life and being successful in supporting others journey of healing.
Additional areas of focus: Stress, Anxiety, Family conflicts, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Abandonment, Adoption and foster care, Attachment issues, Blended family issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Communication problems, Control issues, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Domestic violence, Family problems, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Life purpose, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy and childbirth, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Traumatic brain injury, Women's issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Attachment-Based Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems
MI LMSW 6801098514
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I felt comfortable speaking with her right away. I appreciate her honesty and empathy, as well as her awareness of and respect for where I'm at with my therapy journey.
Written on Feb 22, 2023 after therapy with Julianne for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, grief, sleeping disorders, coaching, and compassion fatigue
I love Julianne's approach and how down to earth she is. She helps me lighten my perspective so I can better understand myself and the relationship I have with my partner. She is an amazing listener. Thank you Julianne!!!
Written on Nov 01, 2022 after therapy with Julianne for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, career difficulties, and coaching
Julianne is amazing. She is patient and open to understand the perspective I am taking in various areas. She has a warm and calm demeanor that invites to honest, non-judgemental introspection. I felt safe, heard, umderstood and respected. She is open about her experiences and knowledge, while being positive about finding solutions to any situation, and also delicate in sensitive areas. I like in particular that she explains how various mechanism and defenses work and that she always makes sure what is said is congruent whit the experience. I am grateful for having her support in recovering from early childhood trauma, The safe space she created together with her sharp insight allowed me to reflect on and process situations otherwise difficult or impossible to tackle on my own. I would recommend Julianne whole-heartedly.
Written on Sep 12, 2022 after therapy with Julianne for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
Julianne has been great with helping me work on myself. She listens and offers useful insights that have really helped me.
Written on Sep 07, 2022 after therapy with Julianne for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
I heard of people switching therapists to find the one that works well with them but I was so lucky to have Julianne from the beginning and it worked out. She was always so understanding and she listened to me fully. In the first 5 minutes of my first session, I started crying and I didn't even know why - probably just built up emotion and thoughts but Julianne was gentle and attentive. She guided me through so much in the 45 minutes that we had and my mind was blown at how much she was able to unpack with me. In this time, she has helped me learn how to articulate my feelings and realize that they are valid. I've learned how to communicate my feelings and set boundaries. I've learned to respect myself and who I am and my needs. Through the validation of feelings, I've gained confidence and self love. I went into this thinking my issue was an eating disorder but Julianne was able to show me where that was stemming from that it wasn't what I thought it was. I am forever grateful for my therapist and Better Help and this journey of healing.
Written on Sep 06, 2022 after therapy with Julianne for 4 months
Had only two sessions and this is the best decision I’m yet to make with regards to my mental health. Julianne is the direction And clarity I’ve needed
Written on Jul 14, 2022 after therapy with Julianne for 2 weeks on issues concerning grief