Julie Risher

My communication style

I'm extremely open-minded and value each person with empathy and without judgment. I prioritize listening and letting you feel heard, regardless of what you're experiencing. My goal is for you to feel safe and supported so you can grow, change, and move forward.

My journey to mental healthcare

My journey into therapy began in psychiatric hospitals where I saw firsthand how many people needed help. I've always been drawn to helping others. My work provided opportunities to support people suffering from addictions and trauma. I decided to help people who needed to be heard and helped to grow and change.

My goals for you

Therapy is a partnership where we work together to form goals and develop different ways to look at what you're experiencing. Relationship issues, depression, anxiety, and life transitions can affect anyone, and you're not alone. I'm going through it with you, and together we can talk and make changes as therapy continues.

Our first session

Our first session is a beginning to get to know each other and discuss what brings you to therapy. We can go slowly, as the first session can feel a little nervous. Most people feel nervous because they don't know what to expect, so we'll go at whatever pace you choose. This is the start of learning about each other so you feel safe.

I identify as...

• Female
• Caucasian or White
• Agnostic, Atheist, Christian, Interfaith