Julie Vierling, LMSW, LISW

Julie Vierling is a licensed social worker based in Ohio with 28 years of clinical experience supporting people through complex emotional challenges. She focuses on depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and addiction, and has particular expertise in managing panic disorder, post-traumatic stress, obsessive-compulsive patterns, and mood-related difficulties. Her work centers on helping clients develop practical coping strategies and regain a sense of balance when symptoms interfere with daily life.

Julie brings a tailored, compassionate approach to each therapeutic relationship, recognizing that healing unfolds differently for every person. She offers focused support for those experiencing postpartum depression, seasonal mood changes, process addictions, codependency, and recovery from domestic violence, helping clients explore their experiences and build skills for healthier functioning. Her perspective emphasizes both emotional understanding and actionable change.

Julie holds the credentials LMSW and LISW. LMSW stands for Licensed Master Social Worker, indicating graduate-level social work training and supervised practice. LISW stands for Licensed Independent Social Worker, indicating independent clinical licensure. With a steady, respectful style and decades of practice, she aims to walk alongside clients, offering informed guidance and encouragement as they work toward greater resilience and well-being.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Julie uses a blend of evidence-informed approaches to help clients address a range of concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning - it is often used for anxiety, depression, and mood concerns. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps clients clarify personal values and build acceptance-based skills so they can take meaningful action even when difficult thoughts or feelings are present - it is useful for stress, avoidance, and coping with life changes. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, teaches emotion regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, distress tolerance, and mindfulness skills to help people manage intense emotions and improve relationships.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and Julie works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best align with their goals, needs, and preferences. She tailors interventions and adjusts techniques as work progresses so therapy remains practical and relevant.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, maintain continuity when schedules or locations change, and connect with licensed professionals from a distance while still receiving structured, goal-oriented care.