Julia Davis, LMFT, LMFT, LMFT, LMFT — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Julia!

I am a licensed therapist in Michigan, California, Florida, and Washington with over a decade of experience assisting others to relieve distress and promote and restore positive relationships. I work with adults, helping them overcome anxious thoughts and behaviors and process past experiences.

My focus

I partner 1:1 with adults facing relationship distress, anxiety, and childhood trauma. I specialize in helping individuals who feel stuck in insecure attachment patterns or struggle to voice their needs. If you experience conflict, people-pleasing, or emotional overwhelm, I offer a secure space to heal wounds and build confident boundaries.

My approach

I use an integrative approach combining attachment theory and nonviolent communication (NVC) to heal relationships. Together, we identify your core relational wounds and transform communication patterns. My focus is on creating a safe, empathetic space where you can express needs, resolve conflict, and build secure, lasting connections.

My communication style

Working with me feels safe, warm, and deeply collaborative. I create an empathetic, non-judgmental environment where you can let your guard down and explore vulnerable patterns at your own pace. Clients appreciate my grounded, authentic presence, balancing gentle validation with practical guidance to help you feel truly seen and supported.

My journey to mental healthcare

I found a deeper understanding of myself through unwavering self-exploration. This ongoing experience empowered me to work with others doing the same. The journey is constantly evolving, and as long as I continue to work on myself, I find my connection with others grows.

My goals for you

We approach goal setting collaboratively and at your pace. Instead of imposing rigid targets, we identify what a secure life and healthy relationships look like for you. We break big milestones into manageable steps, focusing on emotional safety, clear communication boundaries, and practical daily actions that align with your unique needs.

Our first session

During our first session, we focus entirely on building comfort, safety, and a mutual connection. We will discuss your current struggles, explore your relationship history through an attachment lens, and clarify what you want to achieve. There is no pressure to share everything right away; it is a gentle space to ensure we are a good fit.

I identify as...

Female
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Interfaith

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Attachment-based

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Psychodynamic

Imago Relationship Therapy

Interpersonal

Motivational Interviewing

Neurofeedback

Sex Therapy

Trauma Focused

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
Allegiance
Allied
Arlo
Ascension-SmartHealth

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Arts (MA) in Psychology from Brandman University and a Master of Arts (MA) in Marriage and Family Therapy from Brandman University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Julia Davis