Julia Goodowens Westerfield
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
101 Jordan Drive, Chattanooga, TN 37421
Let's Connect (423) 220-4471
I am a Baby Boomer. I realize I have probably lived three-quarters of my life, during which I have experienced most of the situations one can experience throughout one's life. I still have a positive outlook on the time I have left, and I want all of my generation to feel that their presence on this earth has made a difference. I have counseled families who promised to "never put Mom in a nursing home". I have counseled those who never thought they would end up there. Retirees, divorcees, widows/widowers, empty nesters, mid-life crises, what's left now?, all are welcome. Latter life situations are my specialty.
Someone said, " We play the hand we're dealt". My goal is to assist older folks to look back on their lives with pride and a sense of accomplishment, that they have left a legacy to be proud of. I also work with adults with aging parents to anticipate loss and how to deal with end-of-life issues. These are stressful times but I am here to guide and support.
Life isn't fair. We make our choices and live with the consequences. Or maybe the choice was made FOR us and we have to DEAL with the consequences. Either way, I guide clients in acceptance, assertion, and action to get life back on track. I employ varied theoretical frameworks depending on the situation. Each story is unique and so is its conclusion.
Take the first step to help. Call or Email Julia Goodowens Westerfield now - (423) 220-4471
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $125
Payment Methods
Cash, CheckInsurance
- Aetna
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Medicare
- TRICARE
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
Julia Goodowens Westerfield
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW
Email me or call with questions - (423) 220-4471
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Tennessee / 001233 Julia Goodowens Westerfield
- In Practice for 33 years
- Attended BA Univ. of Alabama MSSW Univ. of Tennessee, Graduated 1990
- Certificate from Certified Grief Counseling Specialist 520756 / 2021
- Certificate from Social Work in Palliative Care 2019
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Julia Goodowens Westerfield
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (423) 220-4471
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Life Transitions
- Grief
- Stress
Expertise
- Advance Directive Decisions
- Anxiety
- Dementia
- Depression
- Divorce
- Geriatric and Seniors
- Mood Disorders
- Spirituality
- Women's Issues
Julia Goodowens Westerfield
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (423) 220-4471
Client Focus
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Religion
Christian
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Religion
Christian
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Eclectic
- Person-Centered
- Reality Therapy
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Julia Goodowens Westerfield
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (423) 220-4471
Location
Nearby Areas
Julia Goodowens Westerfield
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW
Take the first step to help. Call now - (423) 220-4471