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Julie Barrett

Julie Barrett

LMFT

California

Practical support for everyday change

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At a glance

Credentials
LMFT
License
LMFT, California / 42885
Experience
24 years
Languages
English
Location
California

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    • Goal focused
    • Skill building
    • Collaborative

    About Julie

    Julie Barrett is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 24 years of clinical experience in California. She focuses on helping people manage anxiety, stress, depression, and the everyday pressures of family and parenting. Julie aims to support people who want more motivation, stronger confidence, or practical ways to cope with life changes.

    She uses straightforward conversation and goal-focused work to help people make changes. Sessions often include problem-solving, teaching simple skills, and finding steps that fit daily life. Julie draws on approaches like Motivational Interviewing to help people find their own momentum for change.

    Many clients come for help after a loss, during a move, or when stress becomes constant. She also supports people dealing with trauma recovery, addictions, and challenges related to identity and relationships. Julie pays attention to each person’s pace and priorities when planning goals.

    Her work mixes client-centered listening with tools from cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy when useful. Solution-focused techniques are used to identify small, achievable next steps. The overall aim is to leave people with clearer choices and usable skills.

    Julie asks people to consider what they want from therapy and to start with small, practical changes. She invites questions about how sessions fit around daily life and what to expect in early meetings.

  2. How Julie’s approaches translate to online work

    Julie often draws on Motivational Interviewing to help people find internal reasons to change and to build motivation one step at a time. This approach is useful when someone feels stuck or uncertain about making changes and wants to explore options without pressure.

    She also uses Client-Centered Therapy, which emphasizes listening and responding to each person’s concerns. That style helps people feel heard and decide what matters most to them. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, is used to identify unhelpful thoughts and try practical experiments to change behavior and mood.

    Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Julie will talk with clients about their goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t helped before. Together they map out a plan that blends listening, skill teaching, and short-term goals so the therapy fits the client’s priorities.

    Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions around work, caregiving, or school commitments. It can also allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight, reduce travel time, and let people use video or phone in ways that suit their day-to-day needs.

  4. Areas of expertise

    Primary focus

    Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsParenting issuesSelf esteemADHD

    Also works with

    AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefEating disordersAnger managementCareer difficultiesDepressionCoping with life changesCoaching

    Therapeutic approaches

    Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

    Experience

    24+ years

    Listed in

    California

    Languages

    English

  5. Frequently asked questions

    What kinds of concerns does Julie help with?

    She helps with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma recovery, addictions, self-esteem, parenting and family concerns, relationship challenges, ADHD, eating concerns, anger, and career changes.

    What is her therapy style like?

    Julie combines listening with practical steps. Sessions focus on identifying goals, developing skills, and creating manageable changes that fit daily life.

    How much experience does she have?

    Julie has 24 years of experience working with a range of life and relationship challenges.

    What are her credentials and where is she located?

    She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, practicing in California.

    Can sessions be conducted in other languages or from other countries?

    Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.

    What session formats are available?

    The original biography does not specify formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.

    How is cost handled?

    Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

    What should I do to start therapy?

    Select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

  6. Online talk therapy is not emergency or medical care. Stopping or cutting down alcohol or other drugs can be unsafe without medical advice. In immediate danger? Crisis numbers

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