Julie Fels , LPCC

Julie Fels is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) practicing in Ohio with 14 years of clinical experience. She has worked with both adults and children across community, residential, hospital, and school settings, bringing a broad perspective to the challenges people face. Julie’s practice centers on helping individuals manage stress, anxiety, depression, low motivation, and struggles with self-esteem and confidence, while also supporting those coping with life changes, grief, trauma and abuse, relationship difficulties, parenting concerns, and mood-related issues. She approaches care with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, tailoring conversations and treatment plans to each person’s individual needs and goals. Julie emphasizes practical, evidence-informed strategies to help clients build coping skills, increase resilience, and move toward a more satisfying life. She recognizes that seeking change takes courage and aims to empower people through supportive collaboration and clear, person-centered guidance.

Evidence-Based Techniques for Remote Support

Julie uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical skills and emotional processing. One common approach she applies is skills-based work that teaches strategies for managing stress, anxiety, mood swings, and impulsivity - these techniques emphasize concrete tools clients can use day to day to reduce symptoms and improve functioning. Another area of emphasis is trauma-informed and grief-focused care, which helps people process difficult experiences, rebuild coping capacity, and restore relationships affected by loss or traumatic events.

Deciding which approach fits best is part of the therapeutic process. Julie collaborates with each person to identify goals, preferences, and needs, then adapts techniques accordingly so treatment feels relevant and workable. Clients are active partners in shaping the plan and pacing of care.

Online therapy with Julie is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexible options to fit different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier for people to access consistent support, engage in regular sessions, and maintain progress while balancing work, family, and other responsibilities.