- Goal oriented
- Warm and direct
- Practical steps
About Julie
Julie Fahlmann is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in New York who helps people facing stress, anxiety, addiction, trauma, parenting strain, depression, relationship and family concerns, grief, self-esteem challenges, bipolar mood changes, and ADHD. She also works with issues connected to adoption and foster care, abandonment, caregiver stress, chronic illness, and communication problems. Julie uses straightforward, person-focused support to help people make changes that fit their lives.
Julie brings practical experience from a range of mental health roles. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a specialization in forensic psychology and a Master of Social Work from the University at Albany School of Social Welfare. Her background includes work in emergency psychiatric settings, outpatient therapy, addiction counseling, corrections, school social work, medical social work, and behavioral support for people with developmental disabilities.
In sessions she draws on client-centered methods alongside cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavior ideas. She pairs problem-solving and motivational interviewing styles to help people set realistic goals and try small changes between meetings. The focus tends to be on what the person wants to achieve and practical steps to get there.
Julie has three years listed of direct experience in the context provided here and carries her New York LCSW credential. She approaches each person with respect and an aim to build a trusting working relationship before moving into concrete skills or plans.
To begin, Julie asks people to complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule a time that fits their life. Sessions are arranged based on the therapist's availability and the scheduling process.
How therapy approaches guide online care
Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and responding to what matters most to the person. The therapist follows the client's lead, reflects concerns, and helps prioritize goals so conversations feel relevant and respectful. Cognitive behavioral therapy, or CBT, helps people notice patterns in thinking and behavior and try practical changes; it is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress. Dialectical behavior therapy, or DBT, teaches skills for managing intense emotions and improving interpersonal effectiveness, which can help with relationship struggles and mood instability.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss your situation, goals, and preferences and suggest which methods to try first. That plan can be adjusted over time as needs and priorities change.
Confirm the available session options before booking, as specific formats are not listed here. Online sessions can help fit therapy into busy schedules by reducing travel time and making it easier to have shorter check-ins on a break or an evening meeting. They also make it possible to use written worksheets, practice tools between sessions, and bring what’s happening in day-to-day life directly into discussion. Ask about session timing and format when you complete the matching questionnaire so arrangements match your routine.
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Experience
3+ years
Credentials
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Julie support?
She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, parenting challenges, depression, relationship and family issues, grief, self-esteem, bipolar, and ADHD, plus related areas such as adoption and foster care and caregiver stress.
What is her general approach in sessions?
Sessions are grounded in client-centered care with practical tools from cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavior approaches, plus motivational interviewing and solution-focused methods to set achievable goals.
What professional background does she have?
Julie has worked in emergency psychiatric care, outpatient therapy, addiction services, school social work, corrections, medical social work, and behavioral support for people with developmental disabilities.
What credentials and location apply to this therapist?
She holds an LCSW license in New York and is based in New York state.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How is cost handled for therapy?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with this therapist?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.