Relationship Issues Therapists in Joshua Tree, CA

I help professionals in film/TV, academia, design, & corporate heal from trauma. You may excel in some areas while quietly suffering anxiety, depression (stuck/lost), and relationship pain. A past with abuse/neglect, emotional disconnect can result in a mix of both thriving and overactive survival instincts. I provide a warm judgment-free space, strict confidentiality, modern research-based techniques, and 25 years of mental health experience. I offer EMDR, IFS (parts work), Somatic Experiencing, and psychedelic therapy. I also specialize in work with the ASD (autism), DID/DDNOS, & LGBTQ+ communities.

My aim is to create a caring therapeutic relationship with you that is founded in empathy, trust, and respect. Together we will create a safe and open environment for brave and insightful explorations. I offer collaborative, client-centered therapy that supports the development of personal insights and practical coping skills through curiosity, mindfulness, and compassion.

It is not easy to ask for help.  I believe that in order to heal and move forward in our lives, we need to be able to dig deep and figure out what is holding us back.  While this can be challenging and at times uncomfortable, it is not something you need to do alone.

When it comes to navigating life's challenges, I believe the best guidance comes from within. My role is to offer support and a safe space for my clients to process emotions and to uncover their inner wisdom. Through getting in touch with these truths clients are able to realize healthier and happier lives and relationships. I am EFT Trained (Emotionally Focused Therapy) and also employ mindfulness based practices among other modalities - always tailoring to the specific needs of the client.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). As a seasoned therapist, my toolbox consists of varied behavioral techniques always accompanied by a humanistic and empathetic understanding that each individual is doing the best they can in any given situation. I work from a strengths-based perspective to assist you in maximizing what works for you and overcome your life's challenges. My therapeutic approach is to evaluate each person within their environment, provide support and practical feedback to help clients effectively address personal life challenges.

I will listen to you in an effort to understand you, where you are coming from, and any repeating patterns. I can offer alternative ways of managing triggers, stressors, and emotions, as well as to help you clarify what it is that you want for yourself.

Healing is a process of understanding how primary past relationships and traumatic events have influenced our perceptions of ourselves, others and the world around us, often leading to a feeling of being stuck, confused and frustrated. We will work collaboratively and creatively using curiosity and non-judgment to sort through the confusion and conflict, clearing the path to more fulfilling, satisfying choices. My approach is supportive, down to earth and always interested in harnessing your strengths and resiliency.

I believe the foundation of therapy is the partnership between the therapist and client. I specialize in helping individuals who are struggling with anxiety, burnout and attachment issues to learn to put themselves first by setting healthy boundaries and lead more fulfilling lives. I'm passionate about supporting and empowering individuals through life's challenges by providing accessible, high-quality mental health treatment to the high-desert community and those throughout California.

If something painful or confusing is holding you back from the life you want to live, give me a call. I help people figure out what is holding them back and how to move forward.

Julie Clark is a Board-Certified Coach specializing in Narcissistic Abuse Recovery, Psychospiritual Coaching and Entheogenic Medicine Integration. Clients recovering from Narcissistic Abuse are guided to establish a solid and lasting inner identification with the Authentic Self, dissolving trauma-bonding patterns and restoring a healthy inner vibration. For those integrating Entheogenic Medicine Work, clients will decode and ground messages from their journeys to deepen the transformation process. All coaching incorporates Psychospiritual principles and is designed to efficiently evoke profound results that will not fade with time.

Are you having a hard time with your emotions? Is it difficult for you to say no and set boundaries? Are you tired of being stuck in painful patterns and are ready for positive change and transformation? I specialize in using EMDR and somatic therapy to help people struggling with trauma and relational wounds move on from painful past experiences. Your body holds tremendous intelligence and I offer tools to support you in accessing your inner wisdom and capacity to heal. I go beyond traditional talk therapy to help guide you to those “a-ha” lightbulb moments. You can experience the kind of growth and healing you are seeking!