Julie Aquilato

My communication style

I am an Emotionally Intelligent communicator, and I feel like I am able to actively listen and provide a good summary of the issues presented in the session. My job is to guide you to learn new skills and engage in the work learned so that you become independent and efficient in managing problems.

My journey to mental healthcare

I started in an administrative position while obtaining my Master of Social Work. Afterwards, I began to want to work with people on a clinical level. I have also taught at public and private colleges at the undergraduate and Master of Social Work levels. With each job, I always maintain my desire for clinical work in combination with teaching.

My goals for you

I give homework and assign books sometimes. I like to review the homework in sessions. If you attend a DBT group, I will also help you and review your group sessions in individual treatment. The more a person works towards improving the situation, the better the outcome. So, you must be able to do the work.

Our first session

For the first session, I would like to hear what you see as the problem(s), and then we will discuss a plan of action for tackling the problems. The first session allows us to get to know each other and begin exploring the goals you would like to achieve.

I identify as...

• Female
• Caucasian or White
• Spiritual