- Anxiety and stress
- Trauma and abuse
- Parenting support
About Julie
Julie Hatfield is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Montana with 12 years of professional experience. She works with people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, and parenting challenges. Julie also supports concerns such as self-esteem, motivation, relationship strain, grief, and career-related stress.
Julie uses straightforward, practical work in sessions. She listens to what is most pressing and helps clients set clear, manageable goals. Conversations focus on what someone can try between sessions and small steps that build confidence over time.
Her background includes long-term work across clinical settings that exposed her to a wide range of concerns, from mood disorders to trauma and caregiver stress. That experience informs how she structures sessions and prioritizes safety and stabilization when needed.
Julie pays attention to family of origin issues, communication problems, and complex stressors like adoption and foster care challenges. She also has experience with ADHD, avoidant personality patterns, dissociation, domestic violence, and first responder issues. These areas can shape the pace and focus of therapy.
People who meet with Julie can expect a practical, goal-focused approach. She discusses coping strategies, communication skills, and ways to manage emotional reactions. She encourages gradual steps toward clearer thinking and steadier daily routines.
How therapeutic methods fit into online sessions
Julie works from evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical skills and symptom reduction. One common approach focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and testing new ways of thinking and behaving to reduce anxiety and improve mood. This method helps with worry, social anxiety patterns, and depression by breaking problems into manageable steps.Another approach emphasizes coping skills and stabilization after trauma. It teaches grounding, emotion regulation, and pacing so that memories and strong feelings become easier to manage. That approach is useful for people dealing with trauma, abuse, or intense stress reactions.
Figuring out which approach fits best is part of the work. The therapist will review a client's goals, symptoms, and daily routines and then suggest methods to try. This is a collaborative process and adjustments are made as progress is observed.
Confirm current session formats before booking, as the profile does not list specific delivery methods. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions around work and family commitments, reduce travel time, and allow regular check-ins that reinforce skill practice. Discuss preferred pacing, session length, and any practical needs when scheduling the first appointment.
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Experience
12+ years
Listed in
North Dakota, Montana
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self-esteem and related problems listed in her profile.
What is her approach in sessions?
She uses practical, goal-focused work that identifies small, doable steps and coping strategies to try between meetings.
How much experience does she have?
She has 12 years of professional experience working in clinical settings with a range of concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she located?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Montana and lists Montana as her location.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. meet with her?
She accepts international clients; confirm any regional licensing questions before booking.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.