At a glance
- Credentials
- LMSW
- License
- LMSW, Michigan / 6801098514
- NPI
- 1346617727
- Experience
- 6 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Michigan
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
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- Strength-based focus
- Hands-on tools
- Parenting support
About Julianne
Julianne Alston, LMSW, supports people who are facing major life shifts and emotional strain. She focuses on practical steps that help with anxiety, stress, grief, parenting challenges, and issues that come from trauma or loss. Her tone is calm and steady, and she aims to make sessions feel manageable for someone worried about taking the first step.
Julianne has a bachelor’s degree in sociology and a clinical master’s in social work. She has worked in social services for six years and has experience across the lifespan, including infant mental health which informs her work with parents and young children. That background guides her emphasis on early relationships and attachment when those themes matter.
Her approach blends clear, hands-on tools with a strength-based style. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to break down patterns that cause distress. Motivational Interviewing is part of how she helps people find their own reasons for change and build momentum.
Julianne also draws on Trauma-Focused Therapy and Internal Family Systems when trauma and deep relational issues are present. She aims to help people build self-esteem, manage impulsivity, and cope with life transitions in ways that fit their daily lives.
Sessions emphasize collaboration and practical skill-building. She encourages people to notice small steps and to use their strengths to reach goals. Prospective clients can expect a patient, down-to-earth clinician who focuses on helping them move forward.
Background and approach information above reflects her training and six years of clinical experience in Michigan.
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How therapy approaches guide online work
Julianne uses Motivational Interviewing to help people clarify what they want to change and to build readiness for action through collaborative conversation. This approach is useful for moving past hesitation and finding personal reasons to try new behaviors.
She also draws on Attachment-Based Therapy, which looks at how early relationships shape current patterns. This work helps when struggles with connection, trust, or parenting are central concerns.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, is another tool she uses to identify unhelpful thoughts and try different actions. CBT offers concrete exercises for anxiety, mood, and stress management.
Finding the right approach is part of the process rather than a one-time decision. She will work with each person to match goals, preferences, and life demands to the methods that feel most useful. That collaboration helps shape the plan for sessions over time.
Online therapy can make it easier to fit regular sessions into busy lives and reduce travel time. It also allows participation from different places and can make short check-ins or longer sessions more practical. The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm the exact online options before booking. Overall, online work aims to bring the same practical tools and collaborative process to a format that fits day-to-day life. -
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDomestic violenceFamily problemsGuilt and shameImpulsivityLife purposePost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesYoung adult issuesTherapeutic approaches
Attachment-Based TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family SystemsExperience
6+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Julianne help with?
She supports people dealing with trauma and abuse, grief, parenting challenges, low self-esteem, ADHD symptoms, stress, anxiety, family and career issues, and major life changes.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her style is easy-going and strength-based, focusing on practical steps and building momentum through collaborative conversations.
What is her clinical background?
She holds a clinical master’s in social work and a bachelor’s in sociology, and has six years of experience working in social services and clinical settings.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is an LMSW and practices in Michigan.
Which languages are supported and can international clients connect?
Sessions are offered in English, and she accepts international clients.
What session formats are offered?
Session formats are not specified in the biography; please confirm current session options before booking.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist arrangements; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working with her?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist’s availability.
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