Julia Thompson, MD, LCPC

Julia Thompson is a licensed counselor based in Maryland who focuses on stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, depression, and LGBT concerns. They bring eight years of clinical experience and a down-to-earth approach to sessions. Julia uses clear language and practical tools so people can start making small changes right away.

Julia aims to make the room feel open and nonjudgmental. They invite people to talk about what matters most and listen for patterns that get in the way. Sessions emphasize learning simple skills to manage emotions, cravings, and difficult thoughts.

Their work draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, mindfulness practices, and motivational interviewing. Those methods are used to build coping skills, manage mood shifts, and increase motivation for change. Julia explains each technique plainly and shows how to use it between sessions.

Julia trained in psychology and counseling and has a medical degree listed along with a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor credential. They combine clinical knowledge with practical strategies collected over eight years of practice. Outside of work they enjoy reading, gaming, gardening, stained glass art, and making historical costume accessories.

People who choose Julia often want straightforward guidance and hands-on tools. The focus is on manageable steps toward better daily functioning, clearer thinking, and healthier habits. Julia supports each person at their own pace and helps set realistic goals.

Practical approaches for online care and skill building

Julia commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness Therapy in online sessions. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and practicing new behaviors to reduce anxiety, manage cravings, and lift mood. Mindfulness work teaches simple attention and breathing exercises to reduce reactivity and increase present-moment awareness.

The therapist views finding the right approach as a collaborative process. They will work with each person to try techniques, see what fits, and adjust methods based on needs and goals. Clients and the therapist decide together which tools to keep using between sessions.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to offer flexibility. Video works well for longer therapy sessions and demonstrations of coping skills. Phone sessions are useful when bandwidth or camera use is limited. Live chat and text messaging can support quick check-ins, brief coaching, or ongoing encouragement between meetings. These options make it easier to fit sessions into work days, travel schedules, or busy family routines while keeping therapy consistent.