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Julie Smith, LPC

LPC providing trauma-informed, skills-based therapy
  • 16 years experience
  • LPC in Pennsylvania
  • Flexible online sessions

About Julie Smith

Julie Smith is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with more than 16 years of experience delivering mental health care across inpatient hospital settings, outpatient community agencies, and her own private practice. She centers her work on compassionate, client-focused care and combines extensive clinical training with a practical, skills-based approach to help people manage life stressors and emotional challenges.

Julie supports individuals facing anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, relationship and family difficulties, parenting challenges, life transitions, and emotional overwhelm. She also provides care for concerns related to chronic pain and illness, mood and panic disorders, post-traumatic stress, seasonal affective disorder, and issues with self-harm and self-esteem. Her practice includes attention to communication and financial stressors as well as coaching to foster resilience and meaningful change.

She has specific training in trauma-based therapies, including Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), along with advanced training in mindfulness and acceptance-based approaches. Her therapeutic style is warm, collaborative, and interactive, drawing from cognitive-behavioral, acceptance and commitment, and humanistic methods to tailor treatment to each person’s goals. Julie emphasizes practical skill-building to support healing and growth, and she aims to empower individuals who are ready to take steps toward a more fulfilling life.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

Chronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsFamily problemsMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-love

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Julie Smith have?

Julie Smith has 16 years of experience providing mental health services in a range of clinical settings.

Is Julie Smith a licensed therapist?

Yes. Julie Smith holds the LPC credential. License details are PA LPC PC006853.

In which languages does Julie Smith provide therapy?

Julie Smith provides therapy in English.

Where is Julie Smith located?

Julie Smith is located in Pennsylvania.

How can I work with Julie Smith as my therapist?

You can work with Julie Smith through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Julie Smith work with international clients?

Julie Smith does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Julie Smith cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Evidence-Based Approaches for Online Care

Julie Smith draws on trauma-focused and acceptance-based techniques that translate well to online formats. Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) is a trauma-focused approach that helps people process and reframe the thoughts and beliefs that can follow distressing events; it is often used for post-traumatic stress and related symptoms. Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) combines cognitive and behavioral strategies with a focus on safety and coping skills, and it is commonly applied with people recovering from traumatic experiences.

Julie also integrates mindfulness and acceptance-based strategies that teach present-moment awareness and values-guided action to reduce avoidance and enhance emotional flexibility. These approaches help with anxiety, stress, mood concerns, and coping with chronic illness or life transitions. She works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adapting the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier to maintain continuity of care, practice skills between sessions, and access licensed professionals from home or other convenient locations.

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