- Addictions focus
- Trauma and abuse
- Depression support
About Julia
Julia Cho is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in California with five years of post-licensure experience. She works with people facing addictions, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, depression, and major life transitions. Julia speaks English and focuses on practical supports that help with day-to-day coping and decision making.
Julia earned a Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University and a Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience from the University of California, Riverside. She began seeing clients in 2016 and has since worked in a variety of settings. Her background includes clinical work with adults, groups, couples, families, adolescents, and people involved with the justice system.
In sessions she pays attention to how thoughts, feelings, and physical experience connect. She helps people name patterns that keep them stuck and try small changes that can feel manageable. Conversations move at a practical pace, with short-term goals and clear next steps when that fits the person seeking help.
Julia also supports people dealing with attachment and abandonment worries, body image concerns, caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, communication breakdowns, and adjustment after separation or divorce. She aims to address guilt, shame, impulsivity, isolation, and questions about life purpose through straightforward discussion and problem-solving.
Her approach draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques and applies them to everyday problems. People who prefer a direct, no-frills style may find this a good match. To begin, clients follow the directory matching process and schedule an initial session to see how the work proceeds.
Practical approaches for anxiety and life changes online
Julia works with evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on clear skills and observable changes. One common approach emphasizes identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and testing them with small behavioral experiments; this helps when worry or avoidance interfere with everyday life. Another approach looks at how attachment and past losses shape current relationships and reactions, helping people notice patterns and try different ways of connecting or setting boundaries.Figuring out which approach fits best is part of the work. The therapist and client review goals, daily routines, and what feels manageable, then pick methods together. This collaborative process means the plan can change as needs or priorities shift.
The practical benefits of online sessions include fitting therapy into a busy day and reducing travel time. Confirm the available session formats before booking, as the profile does not list specific delivery methods. Online work can make it easier to schedule shorter check-ins, avoid long commutes, or meet during a lunch break while still keeping therapy focused and goal oriented.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Experience
5+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She works with addictions, trauma and abuse, self-esteem issues, depression, and coping with life changes, plus related topics like attachment, body image, caregiver stress, and isolation.
What is her general approach in sessions?
She uses practical, evidence-informed techniques that link thoughts, feelings, and bodily experience, and focuses on small, manageable steps toward change.
How long has she been practicing?
Julia has five years of experience since licensure and has been providing clinical care since 2016, including work with adults, groups, couples, families, and adolescents.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in California.
Which languages are offered for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session through the platform.