Julia Friesen

Julia Friesen is a compassionate clinical social worker and therapist, skilled in supporting individuals and families as they navigate their unique challenges. She works with clients of all ages, including preteens, children, teenagers, and adults, helping them to increase their sense of effectiveness in their personal and professional lives. Julia employs a variety of therapeutic approaches, such as compassion-focused and trauma-informed therapy, to assist in resolving issues stemming from past and present factors. Her expertise includes insight-oriented and cognitive-behavioral therapy for adults and teens, while incorporating play therapy and parent coaching when working with children. Julia specializes in attachment and trauma-informed care, particularly with adoptive families and those affected by early life disruptions. Holding a Master's degree in Social Work, Julia has also completed an advanced psychotherapy training program at the University of Chicago and is a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor. She has received specialized training in Trust-Based Relational Intervention® and Theraplay®, making her well-equipped to address trauma-based behaviors in children and fostering healing within families.