Julie Ann Defalco is a compassionate and skilled clinical social worker and therapist with over 20 years of experience in the field. She understands that individuals often seek guidance on their identity, relationships, work, and the complexities of life. Julie believes that each person possesses the answers they seek within themselves, and her client-centered approach emphasizes collaboration. By starting with her clients' comfort levels, she empowers them to set the pace of their therapy journey. Julie expertly tailors her therapeutic style to meet the unique needs of each individual, combining insight-oriented and cognitive-behavioral techniques (CBT) alongside dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). Her specialties include counseling teens and preteens, providing parenting training, and addressing mood disorders. Understanding that attending therapy for the first time can be daunting, Julie encourages new clients to bring their questions. She firmly believes that seeking counseling is a courageous step toward personal growth and mental wellness.