Julia Howard

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C, CYT

Julia Howard

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C, CYT (she, her)

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11 Endorsed

W. Belmont Ave and N. Sheridan Rd., Chicago, IL 60657

Waitlist for new clients

(312) 878-8978

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My areas of focus include late identified neurodivergence (e.g ADHD, Autism, AuDHD, OCD), chronic illness & pain, perinatal mental health, relationship challenges, & career/burnout difficulties. Some folks I work with also might describe themselves as sensitive, deep thinkers/feelers. As a neurodivergent woman myself, I feel passionate about working with clients who need support in these areas. Overall, I often support clients in growing self-compassion, living more aligned with their values, & in creating a life that feels sustainable & meaningful. I work with clients in IL, VA, VT, and FL.

I am neurodivergent-affirming and often lead with a relational psychodynamic style to identify and address current ways of relating to others and the world that often stem from our past. I also incorporate modalities such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) as relevant.

I value bringing compassion, humor, and my authentic self into the therapy room with clients. My approach is rooted in relational, client-centered, and feminist views that see individuals as experts of their own lives existing in complex systems. Reach out for a 15 min consult call or directly book one on my website to see if we feel we could be a good fit!

Call or Email Julia Howard now for a free 15 minute consultation - (312) 878-8978

My Practice at a Glance

Waitlist. Contact to join the list for in-person and online therapy.

Divergent Path Therapy

W. Belmont Ave and N. Sheridan Rd.

Chicago, IL 60657 map

(312) 878-8978

Divergent Path Therapy (Telehealth for Florida)

7901 4th St. N.

Suite 300

Saint Petersburg, FL 33702 map

I see clients both virtually and in-person via Walk & Talk therapy. Virtual only for VA, VT and FL, and in person or virtual for IL.

I specialize in Autism, ADHD and Chronic Illness

$190 Per Session

I see individuals and couples

If you're struggling to feel understood & want someone who really gets it, reach out for a 15 min call to see if we could be a good fit!

Let's Connect (312) 878-8978

My Practice at a Glance

Waitlist. Contact to join the list for in-person and online therapy.

Divergent Path Therapy

W. Belmont Ave and N. Sheridan Rd.

Chicago, IL 60657 map

(312) 878-8978

Divergent Path Therapy (Telehealth for Florida)

7901 4th St. N.

Suite 300

Saint Petersburg, FL 33702 map

I see clients both virtually and in-person via Walk & Talk therapy. Virtual only for VA, VT and FL, and in person or virtual for IL.

I specialize in Autism, ADHD and Chronic Illness

$190 Per Session

I see individuals and couples

If you're struggling to feel understood & want someone who really gets it, reach out for a 15 min call to see if we could be a good fit!

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $190
Couple Sessions $210
Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

Out of Network

I provide superbills & use Mentaya which submits claims for clients who wish to use out-of-network benefits. Try the Benefits Check Tool on my website or here: mentaya.co/b/2GBdJF8XbKnXAxk7Dopj for an estimate of your OON benefits. I accept HSA, FSA, credit & debit cards for payment.

Julia Howard

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C, CYT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (312) 878-8978

Julia Howard

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C, CYT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (312) 878-8978

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Illinois / 149.026972 Julia Howard

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 5 years

Attended Columbia University, MSW

Additional Credentials

License: Florida Department of Health TPSW5505 / 2025

License: Virginia Board of Social Work 0904018476 / 2025

I am licensed to provide in-person and telehealth therapy services in Illinois, and telehealth only therapy services in Florida & Virginia. Please reach out if you have any questions on working together!

Julia Howard

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C, CYT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (312) 878-8978

Julia Howard

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C, CYT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (312) 878-8978

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Autism
ADHD
Chronic Illness

Expertise

Anxiety
Chronic Pain
Family Conflict
Grief
Helping Professionals
LGBTQ+
Life Transitions
Marital and Premarital
Mood Disorders
Neurodivergence
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
Relationship Issues
Women's Issues

You will gain understanding for how your unique brain works, specific strengths and needs you have, and make sense of past experiences that might have felt confusing and challenging. We will explore together how to approach navigating your life with your values and needs in mind, and grow self-compassion and acceptance for yourself.

Julia Howard

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C, CYT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (312) 878-8978

Julia Howard

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C, CYT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (312) 878-8978

11 Endorsements

Zana Van Der Smissen

Counselor, LCPC, PMHC

Julia has a true passion for helping others and utilizes ACT, DBT and systems theories to provide effective care for clients seeking services around career, burn out, performance anxiety in athletes and relationship issues!

Ann Elise Taylor

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C

Julia is a great choice for anyone struggling with anxiety, relationship issues, and burnout. She's also a good therapist to see if you are or suspect you are a highly sensitive person (HSP)

Jessica Anne Atassi

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW

Julia is well-equipped to support clients working on relationship and career challenges and anxiety mood issues, and is especially attuned to working with highly sensitive people and current/former athletes. I highly recommend her!

Kayla Wingert

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C

Julia is skilled at working with Highly Sensitive Persons, neurodivergent folks, and individuals experiencing anxiety, OCD, and perfectionism using evidence-based approaches such as ERP and ACT. Julia's approach is relational, authentic, and compassionate!

Natasha Slavin

Pre-Licensed Professional, LSW

Julia is an empathic, skilled therapist who brings expertise in working with neurodivergent clients and with those struggling in their career path. She is deeply compassionate, and I highly recommend considering her in your care!

Margot Greer

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RYT

Julia stands out as a clinician due to her compassionate and thoughtful demeanor, coupled with a skillful application of diverse evidence-based modalities to address neurodivergence, OCD, and high sensitivity. I wholeheartedly recommend her as a therapist.

Katherine Lucchesi

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW

Julia is a knowledgeable, compassionate, and relational therapist. She specializes in supporting individuals identifying with neurodivergence (e.g ADHD, Autism, OCD), career and relationship stressors. I'd highly recommend working with her!

Regan Kasprak

Counselor, MA, LCPC, NCC

Julia is a kind and knowledgeable therapist who is especially attuned to the needs of neurodivergent clients.

Olivia Berkeley

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Julia is a passionate, deeply attuned, thoughtful, and tremendously skilled therapist, specializing in working with folks who identify as neurodivergent. She is my go-to for people needing specialized support with ADHD, Autism, and OCD, as well as anxiety.

Michal Rosenberg

Psychologist, PsyD, PSYPACT

Julia is an impressive therapist. She works hard to understand, and implement intentional evidence-based care with compassion and warmth. I endorse Julia whole-heartedly if you are looking for an OCD specialist!

Dr. Tamara Rostein

Psychologist, PsyD

Julia is a niche expert whose thoughtful, intentional, and warm approach consistently elevates the care she provides. Her depth of knowledge and genuine presence make her truly outstanding. I highly recommend this provider.

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Transgender Allied

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Attachment-based
Compassion Focused
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
Emotionally Focused
Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
Family / Marital
Feminist
Gottman Method
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Motivational Interviewing
Psychodynamic
Relational
Strength-Based

Research shows that your connection with your therapist is more important than the type of therapy they do. With that being said, I tend to pull from a variety of modalities including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), emotionally focused, and Relational Psychodynamic.

Julia Howard

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C, CYT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (312) 878-8978

Julia Howard

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C, CYT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (312) 878-8978

Groups

Neurodivergent Women Support Group (Virtual)

Hosted by

Julia Howard

Those who identify as neurodivergent women are welcome! We will have a specific focus on ADHD and Autism, but this does not mean you need to have these specific experiences in order to join. Additionally, self-diagnosis/identification is completely welcome! Content for discussion can include: Sensory experiences and impacts on your daily life; Relationship navigation and impact of social “norms;” Burnout and neurodivergent burnout; People pleasing and perfectionism; Identity, making meaning of our past, and grief; Authenticity, unmasking, and finding supportive community, and beyond!

Expertise

ADHD

Autism

Women's Issues

Age

Adults

Session Cost

$60-$70

Group Meets

Every Tue 12 P.M. - 1 P.M.

Location

Divergent Path Therapy

West Belmont Ave And, N Sheridan Rd

Chicago, IL 60657

Email Julia Howard about this group or call - (312) 878-8978

Location

Primary Location

Divergent Path Therapy

W. Belmont Ave and N. Sheridan Rd.

Chicago, IL 60657

(312) 878-8978

Email me

My website

Additional Location

Divergent Path Therapy (Telehealth for Florida)

7901 4th St. N.

Suite 300

Saint Petersburg, FL 33702

(312) 878-8978

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Zips

Neighborhoods

I see clients both virtually and in-person via Walk & Talk therapy. Virtual only for VA, VT and FL, and in person or virtual for IL.

Julia Howard

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C, CYT

Call for a free consultation now - (312) 878-8978

I see clients both virtually and in-person via Walk & Talk therapy. Virtual only for VA, VT and FL, and in person or virtual for IL.

Julia Howard

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C, CYT

Call for a free consultation now - (312) 878-8978

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