Julie Gallivan, LPC

Julie Gallivan is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Michigan who supports people working through complex life transitions and interpersonal challenges. She focuses on relationship dynamics, family conflicts, and personal growth, offering a compassionate space for those facing social anxiety, communication difficulties, and changes in life circumstances.

Drawing from a trauma-informed and person-centered perspective, Julie collaborates with clients to explore issues related to self-worth, isolation, workplace stress, and emotional healing. She works alongside individuals coping with mood challenges and relationship transitions, helping them identify strengths and build resilience as they pursue greater clarity and purpose.

Julie integrates evidence-informed counseling methods while honoring each person's unique story, emphasizing empathy, active listening, and practical skills for improved communication and healthier connections. As a seminary graduate and Christian therapist, she is willing to incorporate faith-based principles when requested and is open to praying with clients who ask for that support. Her practice aims to balance sensitivity to personal values with concrete tools for growth and recovery.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Julie uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to guide her online work. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) supports clients in noticing difficult thoughts and feelings without letting them dictate action, then choosing behavior that aligns with personal values - a useful approach for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathic listening and unconditional positive regard, creating a space where clients can process relationships, self-worth, and grief at their own pace. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, which can support people managing depression, anxiety, and coping challenges.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Julie collaborates with each client to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting strategies as progress unfolds. This collaborative stance helps tailor care to the individual rather than applying a single method to every situation.

Online therapy with Julie is available through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, providing flexibility for busy schedules or clients in different locations. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, access support during transitions, and fit therapy into daily life while working with a licensed professional.