I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in Ohio with 14 years of experience. For the last 9 years, I specialized in military and Veteran issues. I am certified in Evidence Based Therapies, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for depression as well as Prolonged Exposure therapy for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. Prior to my work with Veterans, I focused on severe mental illness and addictions. I have worked with Clients who have had an array of concerns including anxiety, depression, psychosis, addictions, trauma, abuse, and divorce.
My approach to counseling is eclectic and incorporates an approach that is humanistic, psychodynamic, client centered, action-oriented, and cognitive behavioral in nature. Treatment goals are individualized and identified collaboratively.
It takes courage to initiate change and I am eager to assist you in that process.
Additional areas of focus: LGBT, Family conflicts, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Aging and geriatric issues, Blended family issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Communication problems, Divorce and separation, Drug and alcohol addiction, First responder issues, Guilt and shame, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Military and veterans issues, Mood disorders, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Paranoia, Phobias, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Sexual assault and abuse, Social anxiety and phobia, Traumatic brain injury, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
OH LPCC E.0600203
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Julie is great a listening and being relatable, allowing me to feel validated in my everyday obstacles.
Written on Mar 17, 2023 after therapy with Julie for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, and adhd
Julie is the absolute best therapist I’ve ever had. She listens but also calls you out on your stuff! She truly cares and wants you to heal past trauma. I would recommend her to anyone!!
Written on Mar 12, 2023 after therapy with Julie for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, and trauma and abuse
Julie was a huge help with figuring out how to solve my issues. She was able to come up with different ways to resolve issues. I valued her input and experience.
Written on Nov 13, 2021 after therapy with Julie for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, and sleeping disorders