- Sleep-focused care
- Skills-based work
- Relationship guidance
About Julie
Julie Schindhelm is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 22 years in mental health. She helps people facing stress, anxiety, relationship questions, and sleep concerns. Julie focuses on clear goals and practical steps. Sessions aim to reduce stress and build skills people can use day to day.
Julie draws on a mix of approaches to match each person's needs. She uses cognitive behavioral techniques to address anxious thoughts and behaviors. She applies Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills to increase stress tolerance and manage strong emotions. She also uses Gottman method ideas when people want to work on romantic relationships.
Her style is straightforward and conversational. She works together with people to set simple goals and track progress. Expect a blend of talk, skill practice, and problem-solving that fits into busy schedules.
Julie has experience helping people with parenting stress, grief, trauma and abuse, mood concerns such as depression and bipolar issues, and identity-related topics like LGBT concerns. She also supports those dealing with eating and intimacy-related problems, career stress, and life transitions.
Sessions move at a practical pace and focus on what helps most right now. People who want clear tools for sleep, coping, communication, or relationship repair may find this approach helpful. To begin, readers should use the site Start Therapy flow to complete a short questionnaire and schedule according to availability.
How ACT, CBT, and DBT are used in online care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then choose actions aligned with their values. It can be useful for stress, life changes, and improving daily routines like sleep. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors to reduce anxiety and depressive patterns. It often includes practical exercises that people can try between sessions. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches concrete skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can help when stress or strong emotions disrupt sleep or relationships.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences. That choice can shift over time as progress is made and new challenges come up.
Confirm the current session options before booking since formats were not specified in the profile. Online sessions can make it easier to fit appointments into busy days, reduce travel time, and let people practice skills in their normal routines. They also allow for shorter check-ins when needed and for sessions that don't require being on camera if that helps the person focus. Licensed professionals aim to adapt session length and structure to what works best for each client.
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Primary focus
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
22+ years
Credentials
Pennsylvania
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Julie help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationships, sleep issues, trauma, mood concerns, and related challenges such as parenting stress and grief.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her approach is straightforward and conversational, focusing on practical skills, goal setting, and problem solving that fit into everyday life.
What is her background and experience?
She has 22 years of experience in mental health and a long history working with relationship and family concerns and trauma-informed care.
Where is she licensed and located?
She holds a PA LCSW credential and practices in Pennsylvania.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what does cost look like?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin working together?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule based on therapist availability.