About Me.
Experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 30 years of clinical and therapeutic expertise. Skilled in evaluation, treatment planning, crisis response, and long term therapeutic work with diverse populations. Known for an individualized and compassionate approach that integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, psychodynamic principles, structured conversation, and solution focused. Recognized for contributions to and training community mental health, special needs advocacy, and emergency crisis intervention, COPPA Certified special needs advocate. Featured in 201 Magazine, 201 Health Magazine, and academic publications.
CORE COMPETENCIES
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• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
• Psychodynamic Therapy
• Crisis Intervention
• Trauma Counseling
• Anxiety and Depression Treatment
ADHD
• Eating Disorders
• Women’s Health and Medical Complexity
• Special Needs Advocacy
• Career Stress and Life Transitions
• Treatment Planning and Case Management
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
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Experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 30 years of clinical, administrative, and therapeutic expertise. Skilled in evaluation, treatment planning, crisis response, and long term therapeutic work with diverse populations. Known for an individualized and compassionate approach that integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, psychodynamic principles, structured conversation, and outdoor walking therapy. Recognized for contributions to community mental health, special needs advocacy, and emergency crisis intervention. Featured in 201 Magazine, 201 Health Magazine, and academic publications.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
1997 to Present
Private Practice Therapist
• Provides individualized psychotherapy for adolescents, adults, families, and caregivers.
• Integrates CBT, psychodynamic principles, and structured conversation to guide treatment.
• Offers walking and talking therapy to support emotional processing in an outdoor, active setting.
• Works with thousands of clients across a broad range of concerns including anxiety, depression, trauma, eating disorders, relationship issues, special needs, medical challenges, and career transitions.
• Encourages clients to use reflective tools such as progress notebooks to strengthen insight and growth.
• Known for the phrases Just Ask Julie and What Would Julie Do, reflecting client trust and long term therapeutic impact.
1994-1996
Director of Clinical Services
Federally Qualified Health Centers in Hudson County
• Developed, structured, and directed outpatient mental health programs.
• Provided leadership, supervision, and training to clinical teams.
• Created care pathways for high need communities and special populations.
• Oversaw program development, clinical quality, and service delivery.
1994-1996
Director of Mental Health
• Managed clinical operations, treatment planning, and community mental health initiatives.
• Supervised clinicians and coordinated interdisciplinary support services.
COMMUNITY AND CRISIS RESPONSE WORK
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September 11 Crisis Support
Fort Lee Emergency Management
• Volunteered to provide crisis and grief counseling in the immediate aftermath of 9/11.
• Supported families, first responders, and community members impacted by the tragedy.
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School District Emergency Intervention
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• Responded to a high school following the sudden death of a student.
• Provided on site crisis counseling for several days and ongoing support for affected students and families.
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Ongoing Community Involvement
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• Actively participates in training work based on emerging community needs.
• Provides education, guidance, and mentorship to parents, caregivers, and new clinicians.
SPECIAL NEEDS EXPERIENCE AND ADVOCACY
May 2019
COPPA Certification Completion
• Extensive experience supporting individuals with special needs and their families.
• Earned COPPA certificate in Special Education Advocacy in 2019.
• Guides families through evaluations, services, school processes, and attends school meetings.
EDUCATION
Yeshiva University, Wurzweiler School of Social Work - 1991
Master of Social Work (MSW)
University of Michigan, Ann Arbor - 1988
FEATURED RECOGNITION
Influential Woman
exExperts Podcast
201 Magazine
• 201 Health Magazine
• Academic publications
• Known in the community for the motto Just Ask Julie
Bachelor of Arts