Knowing you want to change and knowing how to start are two different things. I'm Julie, an LCSW in New York, and I work with adults navigating substance use, anxiety, ADHD, grief, and health challenges. I believe that people are resilient and adaptive to change. I support growth by addressing barriers to wellness. I'd love to connect.
My approach is collaborative and practical. We start by exploring where you are and what has or has not worked before, rather than jumping straight to a plan. From there, we look at your own strengths and build from them. A lot of my work involves helping clients notice the thoughts that keep them stuck or cycling back into old patterns, and learning to respond differently rather than just react. When a health challenge, grief, or past experience is part of the picture, we work at a pace that respects that. Sessions feel like a real conversation, not a checklist.
Our first session is a conversation. We talk about what is going on, what you have already tried, and what you are hoping for. Nothing is off the table and there is no pressure to have it figured out before we start. I offer telehealth sessions throughout New York, so wherever you are in the state, scheduling is straightforward. Most clients leave the first session with a clearer sense of what to work on and feeling heard.
