Julie Shaw

My communication style

I create an environment that is direct, genuine, and authentic. Working with me feels like having an honest conversation where we address your challenges without pretense, but always with empathy and respect. My approach is practical and focused on helping you develop real-world strategies.

My journey to mental healthcare

What drew me to therapy was helping people in a meaningful way, offering them a safe space to talk about their struggles and find ways to feel better. What keeps me passionate is seeing the changes people make when they feel supported and understood.

My goals for you

I approach goal setting by first understanding what's most important to you and what you hope to achieve. Together, we identify specific, measurable, and meaningful goals. We regularly check in on progress, adjust goals as needed, and celebrate successes along the way.

Our first session

We'll have an open conversation where I take time to understand your background, current challenges, and what brings you to therapy. We'll discuss your goals for treatment, and I'll explain my approach and how we can work together. My goal is for you to leave feeling understood, with a clear sense of the next steps.

I identify as...

• Female
• Caucasian or White