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As a Psychotherapist with 10+ years of clinical experience, I have been able to witness the impressive transformation folks have b...
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As a Psychotherapist with 10+ years of clinical experience, I have been able to witness the impressive transformation folks have been able to achieve through the therapeutic process and relationship.
Julie Lerner is a Licensed Psychotherapist with 10+ years of clinical experience. She is dedicated to her work with folks who identify as LGBTQ+ and/or have experienced trauma, depression, and anxiety. Julie has been fortunate to work with a diverse group of individuals holding intersectional identities, various diagnoses, sexual orientations, gender identities, and cultural backgrounds. She holds herself to a high standard to provide an inclusive, culturally competent, eclectic, and fun approach to Psychotherapy. Julie offers in-person, weekly sessions to best deliver care in a way that aligns with her treatment style.
Julie completed her Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology at William James College and has been fortunate to work with various clinical populations for over 10 years.
Julie understands that when someone is seeking therapy, they are seeking a safe space to share their concerns, innermost thoughts, and their dreams. Julie utilizes a variety of treatment approaches including mindfulness-based stress reduction, solution-focused therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).
Sometimes life can leave us feeling overwhelmed and needing a place to sort out how we are feeling. Julie is optimistic about providing support to help you gain helpful coping skills and increased insight into your experiences, and allow you the space to sort through whatever may be coming up for you. If you are ready to step into living a more fulfilling life schedule an appointment with her today!
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As someone who has lived and trained across cultures I understand how complex our stories can be. I offer a space to explore deepe...
As someone who has lived and trained across cultures I understand how complex our stories can be. I offer a space to explore deeper patterns that shape our struggles, growth, and relationships.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with 15 years of experience, and I am also an advanced doctoral candidate in psychoanalysis. Over the years, I have worked with adults facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship struggles, and personality difficulties. Many of my clients come to me feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or weighed down by old patterns. I provide a safe and supportive space where you can reduce anxiety, sadness, or self-doubt, strengthen relationships, set healthy boundaries, and begin meaningful healing.
I hold a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the Boston Graduate School of Psychoanalysis and bring advanced doctoral training in psychoanalysis. My approach is depth-oriented and psychodynamic, with a focus on uncovering patterns, exploring meaning, and creating lasting change through insight, support, and compassionate care.
I invite you to take the courageous step toward therapy, whether you are seeking relief from pain, clarity in confusion, or stronger connections with yourself and others. Together, we can create space for growth, authenticity, and healing. I would be honored to walk alongside you as you take the next step toward a more fulfilling life.
You deserve dedicated time with a mental health professional — it can be life-changing.
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My go-to approach for assisting kids in child therapy is child-centered because this modality is used to help promote growth in children by creating a safe and consistent environment.
The main tool I teach in child therapy is how to navigate “big” or “strong” emotions or feelings in a healthy way.
I can tell that the client is making meaningful progress in child therapy when the care team reports it and I am able to see the growth or change within the child.
Clients can supplement their time in child therapy by doing clinician-assigned homework.
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Child therapy, also known as counseling for kids, helps young individuals better understand and manage the challenges that affect their mental health. Common challenges amongst kids include behavioral issues, trauma, bullying, depression, and anxiety. All ages of children can attend and benefit from child therapy at Thriveworks Brookline.
Child therapy works by using multiple techniques tailored to fit the child’s needs based on their age group, their challenges, and the severity of their challenges. It might involve play therapy for younger kids or cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, art therapy, and others for varying ages. In any case, Thriveworks child therapists in Brookline, MA have the expertise and experience to help kids at their level.
Child therapy is a type of therapy meant for clients within a specific age group, while play therapy is an approach to therapy that helps children with self-expression and stress relief, among others. Play therapy is a technique that is often used in child therapy to help children express what’s running through their minds when they do not have the words to express their thoughts and emotions. It can get children to express what’s wrong, what might be causing unwanted behaviors, or what they might need in a way that is accessible to them so that therapists can then work to treat the issue.
It’s not always obvious when a child should see a therapist for their behavior, though in the midst of challenges like divorce, loss, bullying, and other mental health conditions, it’s often a good idea to seek it out. Common behaviors that can indicate a need for child therapy include separation anxiety, bedwetting (at inappropriate ages), and agitation/excessive irritability — especially if it reaches a point of physical violence.
Cognitive behavioral therapy at Thriveworks in Brookline, MA is one of the best types of therapy for children. However, it can be administered in child therapy sessions in a variety of ways that are more accessible to young minds, such as play therapy.
Child therapy at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
The length of child therapy depends on your child’s needs as well as the goals that you and their therapist might have for them. Generally, child therapy sessions will last for several months.
At Thriveworks, we accept most major insurance plans, allowing many clients to pay as little as $0–$50 per session with their co-pay. We also offer self-pay options for those out-of-network or without insurance. Self-pay rates for talk therapy range from $160 to $240 for intake sessions and $135 to $195 for follow-ups, depending on your state. For psychiatry services, self-pay intake sessions are $255–$375, with follow-ups ranging from $175–$300, also varying by state. More information on current self-pay costs is available on our pricing page.
If you think that your child or teen could benefit from working with a child therapist, reach out to Thriveworks Counseling in Brookline. We have child therapists and psychologists on our team who are more than happy to help your child or teen navigate life’s challenges.
These professionals know just how to break down their bigger-than-life issues into manageable pieces—pieces that your child can better understand and address. Call us today at (617) 958-5912.
Child therapists have specific training and experience working with children. They understand their developmental needs as well as signs that your child or teen might need a little extra support.
The child therapists at Thriveworks in Brookline, MA utilize a range of evidence-based treatment methods to help their young clients. These include:
If you think that your child could benefit from working with a professional in child therapy, we are here for you. We have child therapists and psychologists on our team who have the specific skills and training to help and support your child.
Sometimes, kids act out and exhibit an irritable mood as well as rebellious behavior. Often, this behavior is due to their struggle with difficult feelings that they don’t know how to process or express properly. The child therapists at our office know how to help your child better understand and articulate their emotions. Additionally, they can help your child manage or cope with the following:
If your child is struggling with any of the aforementioned, consider setting them up with a child therapist. Thriveworks Counseling in Brookline has a whole team of child therapists and psychologists who are here and ready to help.
Child therapy at Thriveworks in Brookline, MA is here to meet your child’s needs. We want to ensure that your child has the necessary skills and tools to grow well. Our child therapists and psychologists can help them work through challenges like the death of a loved one, bullying, and even mental illness.
If your child or teen is struggling in any way, consider getting them professional support.
To schedule a session with one of our child therapists, contact our office at (617) 934-1974.
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