

Headway connects LGBTQIA+ individuals in Gilbert with affirming mental health providers who understand your unique experiences and identity. Our network of 585 licensed providers offers virtual and in-person sessions, with many accepting insurance to keep care affordable. Find a provider who gets you and start your journey toward greater wellbeing today.
Hello, my name is Julie, I am a LCSW, offering a range of therapeutic approaches including EMDR, CBT, DBT, Internal Family Systems, Polyvagal Theory. I am passionate about helping clients navigate their inner experiences, cultivate self-awareness, and develop coping strategies to live more fulfilling lives. I strive to create a safe and nonjudgmental space for clients to explore their emotions and work towards healing and personal growth. I would be honored to support you on your journey
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for the past 14 years, I have found that every person possesses the ability to change. I graduated with my masters degree from Loyola University Chicago where I specialized in working with older adults. I have since expanded my expertise to include all ages of adults who are experiencing trauma, depression, anxiety, or difficult life changes.
One of the most important aspects of successful treatment is the relationship you create with your therapist. I offer a unique blend of compassion, humor, and sound clinical judgment to foster genuine connections with my patients.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Arizona and Louisiana with over 17 years of experience in trauma-informed psychotherapy. I earned my Master of Social Work from Tulane University in 2008 and have worked across inpatient and outpatient treatment settings, university counseling, grief and bereavement care, and trauma-focused programs. I am EMDR trained (finalizing certification) and integrate CBT, DBT, IFS-informed parts work, somatic approaches, and mindfulness-based therapies.
I specialize in complex PTSD, sexual trauma, religious and spiritual trauma, attachment wounds, ADHD, anxiety, and shame-based relational patterns. Many of the individuals I work with are high-functioning on the outside but feel lost, fragmented, or deeply self-critical on the inside.
Clients often describe me as warm, loving, affirming, and validating. I also bring a teacher’s heart into the room. I believe understanding how trauma impacts the nervous system, relationships, and even women’s biological health helps reduce shame and restore clarity. I see therapy as sacred work. You are not a diagnosis to me; you are a whole person whose nervous system learned to survive.


Headway makes it easier to connect with affirming therapists who understand your identity — from finding the right therapist, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.
Finding an LGBTQIA+-affirming provider in Gilbert starts with identifying what kind of support matters most to you. For some, identity exploration, coming out, or navigating family and cultural expectations may be central to therapy. For others, the focus may be on anxiety, depression, relationships, or stress — with the confidence that your provider respects and affirms who you are without requiring explanation. Both are valid starting points.
Look for a licensed provider — such as an LPC, LCSW, psychologist, or psychiatrist — who has specific experience with LGBTQIA+ concerns. Reading detailed provider bios can help you understand their approach, style, and areas of focus before reaching out. A free phone consultation is another way to gauge whether a provider feels like the right fit.
Therapy in the Gilbert area can be expensive without coverage, but affordable options exist when you use insurance. Many in-network providers in Arizona accept major plans, and confirming your coverage before your first session can help you avoid unexpected costs. On Headway, you can enter your insurance details to see estimated session costs upfront — so you know what to expect before you commit.
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