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Compassionate counselor for stress and trauma

Julie Wells, LPC

5 years in practice · based in New Jersey · sessions in English · online only

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About Julie

Julie Wells is a licensed professional counselor in New Jersey with five years of clinical experience. She focuses on practical help for people dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, low self-esteem, and depression. Her style is straightforward and compassionate.

She aims to meet people where they are and support them as they make changes. She asks questions and listens closely to understand what feels most difficult. Then she and the client build a simple plan that fits the person’s life and goals.

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Background and approach

That plan can include skills for managing strong emotions, steps to reduce isolation, and ways to rebuild confidence. Julie pays attention to patterns that come from close relationships, including attachment concerns and caregiver stress. She also works with issues related to guilt, shame, and post-traumatic stress.

Sessions are practical and focused on small, manageable steps rather than long lectures. The approach is collaborative. Julie explains options, checks in about what is working, and adjusts the plan when needed.

She values respect, sensitivity, and kindness in every session. People who choose to work with her can expect clear communication and steady support while they learn tools for coping and growth.

Evidence-Based Techniques and Online Care

Julie uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques tailored to the concern at hand. One common approach focuses on teaching concrete coping skills for anxiety and stress, such as breathing, grounding, and step-by-step problem solving to reduce overwhelm. These skills are useful when panic, worry, or daily pressures interfere with routine tasks.

Another approach addresses trauma-related symptoms by working gradually to reduce avoidance and regain a sense of control. This involves pacing the work, identifying triggers, and building tolerance for difficult memories or feelings so they cause less disruption in daily life.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist and client review goals, try methods that fit the person’s needs, and adjust the plan based on what helps most. That collaborative process guides which techniques are emphasized over time.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to make care more flexible. Video can approximate an in-person session when face-to-face interaction helps. Phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and messaging are helpful for brief updates, ongoing skill practice, or when typing feels more comfortable. These options help therapy fit into busy schedules and daily life.
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Questions people ask

What concerns does Julie commonly help with?

She helps people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, low self-esteem, and depression. Additional focus areas include attachment issues, caregiver stress, guilt and shame, isolation, post-traumatic stress, and social anxiety.

What is her therapeutic style like?

The style is practical and collaborative. Sessions focus on listening, building small steps, and teaching coping skills that can be used between meetings.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has five years of professional work experience supporting people with emotional and stress-related concerns.

Where is she licensed and based?

She holds a New Jersey LPC license and practices from New Jersey.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats are offered online?

She provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different preferences and schedules.

How are fees and billing handled?

Cost varies by location and therapist availability. Sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I start working with her?

Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. After that you can schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

What this counselor works with

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Experience
5 years
Licensed
New Jersey
Languages
English