Julia Spaude , LICSW

Julia Spaude is a licensed therapist based in Washington with seven years of professional experience. She holds an LICSW - Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker - which indicates specialized training in clinical social work and the ability to practice independently. Julia works with people who are managing stress and anxiety, navigating relationship challenges, recovering from trauma and abuse, or seeking support with motivation, self-esteem, and confidence.

She approaches therapy from the perspective that each person is the expert of their own story and brings strengths that can be used to overcome difficult moments. Julia emphasizes courage and the practical steps that lead toward a more fulfilling life, offering support and empowerment as clients set and pursue meaningful goals. Her style blends attentive listening with skill-building strategies to help clients clarify values, develop coping tools, and move forward from patterns that feel limiting.

Julia aims to create a collaborative space where clients can explore change at their own pace and build lasting momentum toward the life they want to lead.

Evidence-based approaches for online therapy

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) invites clients to clarify what matters most to them and to take practical steps toward those values, even when uncomfortable thoughts or feelings arise. This approach can help with anxiety, stress, and life transitions by emphasizing action aligned with personal priorities.

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on empathetic listening and building a collaborative relationship in which the client’s perspective guides the work. It supports self-esteem, motivation, and relational concerns by creating space for exploration and self-directed growth.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers concrete tools to identify unhelpful thinking patterns and to practice skills that change emotional and behavioral responses. CBT is often helpful for anxiety, low mood, and problem-solving in daily life.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and a licensed professional will work collaboratively with each client to choose or combine methods that fit their needs, goals, and preferences. Online therapy using video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging makes that collaborative work more flexible and accessible. These options allow clients to attend sessions from home or other convenient locations, fit therapy into busy schedules, and maintain continuity of care when life circumstances change.