Julia Allen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Are you living a life you love, or are you stuck in the familiar “one step forward, two steps back” dance? Life can be colorfully painful, beautifully complicated, and completely overwhelming—and none of us were given a how-to guide. We all experience complicated twists and unexpected turns that cause sadness, worry, anger, and destructive patterns with food, drugs, alcohol, and within our closest relationships. Our lives are too short to lose precious time to unhappiness, feeling hopeless, and being stuck in the same vicious cycles. Therapy can give you a personalized roadmap to help you design a life you love.
I help children, adults, families, and couples break free from these unhealthy cycles, rewrite their life narratives, and make changes to create a life truly worth living. I have over 10 years of experience working with children and families, and have specialized, evidence-based training in depression, anxiety, trauma, family conflict, and behavioral issues.
Choosing a therapist is a bit like shopping for new jeans: you need a fit that may initially feel new and, at times, slightly uncomfortable as we work through the tough stuff, with the confidence that over time, you’ll feel safe, secure and supported. Life is messy. Finding the "right fit” in therapy can help you find meaning in its colorful chaos.

Julia Allen
“Right now is an important time to prioritize yourself, your family, and your relationships. If you're ready to get unstuck, let's connect!”
Call or Email Julia Allen for a free phone consultation now - (858) 585-9638
Finances
- Cost per Session: $150
- Sliding Scale: Yes
Accepted Insurance Plans
- Out of Network
Verify your health insurance coverage when you arrange your first visit.
Qualifications
- Years in Practice: 6 Years
- License: California / 82455
- School: Virginia Tech, San Diego State University
- Year Graduated: 2015
Additional Credentials
- Certificate: Allegheny Health Network / Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Certificate Date: 2019
- Certificate: Evergreen Certifications / Certified Clinical Trauma Professional
- Certificate Date: 2020
Specialties
- Child or Adolescent
- Family Conflict
- Trauma and PTSD
Issues
- ADHD
- Anger Management
- Anxiety
- Behavioral Issues
- Depression
- Eating Disorders
- Grief
- Life Transitions
- Marital and Premarital
- Parenting
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Stress
Client Focus
Age
- Adults
- Adolescents / Teenagers (14 to 19)
- Preteens / Tweens (11 to 13)
- Children (6 to 10)
- Toddlers / Preschoolers (0 to 6)
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Dialectical (DBT)
- Emotionally Focused
- Family / Marital
- Family Systems
- Gottman Method
- Interpersonal
- Parent-Child Interaction (PCIT)
- Trauma Focused
Modality
- Individuals
- Couples
- Family
Professional Connections
Last Modified: 20 Feb 2021