I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker with Supervisory designation in Ohio and a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in Massachusetts with over 6 years of professional therapy experience. I have experience helping adult and adolescent clients with issues involving LGBTQ-IA concerns, stress, anxiety, depression, anger management, low self esteem/self confidence, grief, blended family concerns, Substance use disorders and family management of SUD disorders. In practice, I utilize many forms of therapy, inclusive of cognitive behavioral therapy , solution focused therapy, problem solving techniques, motivational interviewing, Affirmation and Commitment therapy, client centered therapy and strengths based therapy. I have always been passionate about helping and advocating for others and have always strived to be the positive change I wish to see in the world. I have experience in diagnosing DSMV mental health disorders, providing direct counseling and telehealth therapy, crisis and case management services with adolescents and adults. From a personal perspective, I embody empathy, engagement, advocacy, a tireless work ethic, active listening skills, critical thinking skills, cultural humility, gender and identity inclusion, and a client centered, strengths based focus that strives to always meet my clients where they are at. I want my clients to know that their time with me provides an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy takes courage and I am proud of you for getting started and making your mental health a priority. I am mindful that each person’s story is unique, reinforcing the importance for meeting clients where they are in their own personal mental health journey.
It is my hope that our work together will be challenging, insightful and empowering because YOU are worth it.
Fun Facts: I am left-handed but am ambidextrous.
I became a mom as a teenager.
I did not attend college until I was 40 years old (earned
Bachelors and Masters ) because I believe it is never too
late to pursue your dreams.
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, LGBT, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, ADHD, Abandonment, Aging and geriatric issues, Blended family issues, Body image, Cancer, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Commitment issues, Control issues, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Dependent personality, Divorce and separation, Drug and alcohol addiction, Eating and food-related issues, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Fatherhood issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships, Post-traumatic stress, Self-harm, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Gottman Method, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
OH LISW I.2203842-SUPV
MA LICSW LICSW126232
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Julie Barzal. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
I wouldn’t know what I would do if I didn’t have a therapist like Julie. She listens and challenges me to view other perspective as well as pushes me to keep going. She’s amazing! I’m grateful for her and all she’s done for me these past few months.
Written on Feb 24, 2023 after therapy with Julie for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, and adhd
Julie has been a joy to work with, and has helped me develop healthy habits to use on my mental health journey. She's patient and kind. Highly recommend.
Written on Jan 04, 2023 after therapy with Julie for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
Julie is relatable and I feel that the space she creates is safe and judgement free. I feel that I can be honest and open with her, and she offers support and guidance that I understand and can translate into my life, and incorporate slowly. She has a great personality, and you can tell she loves what she does.
Written on Dec 09, 2022 after therapy with Julie for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, and compassion fatigue