Invest in Your Well-being
What to Expect
Therapy is the professional relationship you enter into to reach your goals and improve your life. I want you to feel heard and make meaningful, sustaining changes.
The Long-Term Benefits of Specialized Therapy
Why Invest in Therapy?
Therapy can transform every area of your life. From improving your relationships to reaching your professional goals, the work we do together creates ripple effects that extend far beyond our sessions.
This process supports you through experiences with depression, anxiety, panic attacks, relationship challenges, and stress. Together, we'll help you disconnect from unhelpful thoughts and reconnect with what truly matters to you.
Therapy Can Help You
Improve relationships with friends, family, and partners
Reach professional, educational, and personal goals
Build accountability and develop problem-solving skills
Disconnect from unhelpful thoughts
Reconnect with valued living
Navigate depression, anxiety, and panic attacks
Work through relationship challenges
Develop healthier responses to stress
THe Therapy Process
Your Roadmap to Healing
Getting started with therapy can feel uncertain. Here's exactly what you can expect when we begin working together.
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Free Consultation
Start with a free 15-minute consultation. Call (408) 763-3887 or email Julie@ACTwithJulie.com with your availability. You can also book directly using the appointment request button.
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Complete Intake Forms
Before our first session, you'll receive electronic forms via Simple Practice to complete. This helps me understand your history and prepare for our work together.
If using Lyra benefits, will verify eligibility through the provider portal, also encourage you to verify eligibility on your end as well.
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Telehealth Sessions
All sessions are conducted via secure video therapy. I only offer telehealth at this time, allowing you to attend sessions from the comfort and privacy of your own space. You will receive an email and/or text reminder 24 hours prior to your initial appointment for you to log in.
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First Session
At our first appointment, we'll review your history and current concerns. Using a warm and collaborative approach, we'll discuss your goals for treatment and potential interventions.
Early in our work we will do experiential exercises (mindful self-compassion or defusion techniques) to equip you with tools to use in your every day life.
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Collaborative Treatment
Together, we'll explore strategies you're currently using and review techniques that may or may not have worked in the past. Treatment is always driven by your values and goals.
I welcome feedback about what you need (ie more or less structure, starting or ending with mindfulness) and to openly discuss the process and the therapeutic relationship.
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Ongoing Care
We'll schedule weekly sessions to start, evaluating your needs on an ongoing basis. As you progress, we'll adjust the frequency to match your journey.
How We'll Work Together
A Values-Based Approach to Your Healing
My therapy practice is based on your values and your goals for your life. We will work together to help you live the life you have dreamed of.
I use a warm and collaborative approach where we work together on your goals for therapy. I bring humor, gentle honesty, and transparency to our work together—and I encourage you to do the same.
Treatment is driven by your values—which may include connectedness, honesty, fun, kindness, achievement, and others. We'll look at the role emotions and thoughts play in your life, including whether your current methods are "working for you," and empower you to make choices that align with what matters most.
I will support you in being more in your life (rather than in your head) and in tune with your values. If it's of interest to you, we may incorporate various aspects of mindfulness practice.
Transparent Pricing
Straightforward Session Fees
Individual Session
$185/ 50 minutes
Delivered via secure video therapy (telehealth)
Weekly sessions recommended to start
Important Details
Individual clients only (not currently seeing couples, families, or minors)
Licensed in California (LMFT#52441) and Idaho (LMFT#6071488)
I do not work Fridays; calls returned within 24 hours (excluding weekends)
Between sessions, texting and emailing should be used for appointment scheduling only. Please note: this communication cannot be guaranteed as secure.
INSURANCE & COVERAGE
Simple Ways to Manage Your Care
I believe quality mental health care should be accessible. Here is how we can make our work together fit your financial needs.
In-Network
LYRA EAP
Verify coverage with your HR department
All Other Insurance
Superbill Provided
For out-of-network reimbursement
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Do I have mental health insurance benefits?
Does my plan cover out of network mental health services?
Do I have an out of network deductible for mental health services?
How do I submit a superbill?
Is approval from my primary care physician required?
What is the coverage amount for out of network mental health services?
How many sessions per year does my health insurance cover?
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You have the right to receive a "Good Faith Estimate" explaining how much your medical and mental health care will cost.
Under the law, health care providers need to give patients who don't have insurance or who are not using insurance an estimate of the expected charges for medical services, including psychotherapy services.
You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate for the total expected cost of any non-emergency healthcare services, including psychotherapy services. You can ask your health care provider, and any other provider you choose, for a Good Faith Estimate before you schedule a service.
If you receive a bill that is at least $400 more than your Good Faith Estimate, you can dispute the bill. Make sure to save a copy or picture of your Good Faith Estimate.
For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises or call (800) 985-3059.
Helpful Resources
Books and tools I often recommend to support your therapeutic journey.
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Better Sex Through Mindfulness by Dr Lori Brotto
Website: https://www.loribrotto.com/
Mindfulness Recordings: https://www.loribrotto.com/mindfulness-recordings
Come As You Are by Dr Emily Nagoski
Website: https://www.emilynagoski.com/
Come As You Are Worksheets: https://www.emilynagoski.com/come-as-you-are-worksheets-2
Proven Power of Being Kind to Yourself by Dr Kristin Neff
Her Self-Compassion Quiz: https://self-compassion.org/self-compassion-test/
Mindfulness Recordings: https://self-compassion.org/self-compassion-practices/#guided-practices
Support for Anxiety Starts Here
Let’s Find a Path Forward Together
Reaching out for support is a meaningful step toward recovery. Anxiety doesn’t have to control your thoughts, your body, or your future.
I look forward to supporting you as you move toward greater calm, confidence, and fulfillment.
Free 15-minute consultation available • Online sessions throughout California & Idaho