- CBT methods
- DBT skills
- Mindfulness practice
About Julia
Julia Thompson is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Maryland with eight years of clinical experience. They focus on stress, anxiety, addictions, LGBT concerns, grief, and depression and works with people facing those specific struggles.
Julia uses straightforward, skills-based methods to help people manage symptoms and make practical changes. Sessions often include brief teaching, noticing unhelpful thinking patterns, and practicing new coping skills. Mindfulness and grounding techniques are used alongside behavioral strategies to reduce avoidance and build confidence in everyday situations.
They blend Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy with motivational interviewing techniques. That combination is aimed at helping someone reduce distressing patterns, handle strong emotions, and stay motivated to change. Work can include step-by-step behavioral experiments and learning to notice when old habits reappear.
Julia also draws on interpersonal approaches to look at how relationships and family background affect current problems. Conversations can cover family of origin, blended family issues, and moments of loss or separation to understand recurring patterns and repair what feels stuck.
Outside of practice, Julia enjoys reading, gaming, gardening, crafts, and making historical costume pieces. They use those personal interests to relate to practical self-care and to suggest doable activities between sessions. They run sessions in English and practice in Maryland as an LCPC.
Therapeutic approaches and online sessions
Julia uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people spot unhelpful thoughts and test different behaviors. That method breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and actions so small changes can lead to clearer results. Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills are used to teach concrete tools for managing intense emotions and reducing impulsive behaviors. Mindfulness practices are introduced to help people notice the present moment and reduce automatic reactivity.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Julia works with each person to pick methods that match their goals and comfort level. They check in and adjust plans over time so techniques fit into daily life and feel useful rather than overwhelming.
Confirm current session formats before booking. When available, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, cut travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. Julia aims to help clients apply skills in real situations and plans sessions with practicality in mind, so work can continue between meetings and adapt to day-to-day demands.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
8+ years
Listed in
Maryland
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Julia help with?
She focuses on stress, anxiety, addictions, LGBT issues, grief, and depression, plus related areas like body image and family of origin concerns.
What is her therapy style like?
Julia uses practical, skills-based work such as teaching coping strategies, behavioral experiments, and emotion regulation skills in session.
How much clinical experience does she have?
They have eight years of professional experience working with substance use, anxiety, depression, grief, and LGBTQ-related concerns.
What are her credentials and location?
Julia is an LCPC in the State of Maryland and practices there.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with Julia?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with Julia?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.