Julie Castaneda is a licensed professional counselor with 25 years of experience.
01About Julie
Julie Castaneda is a licensed professional counselor with 25 years of experience. She focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, grief, depression, trauma, and life transitions. Her manner is direct and compassionate, aimed at practical steps people can use between sessions.
Castaneda draws on a long background in independent practice and nonprofit work. She has led individual and group therapy and delivered trainings, including radio and television appearances about counseling topics.
Background and approach
In sessions she listens closely, helps clients set clear goals, and offers tools to cope with difficult moments. People seeking help for caregiving strain, aging-related concerns, chronic pain or illness, and mood difficulties will find relevant experience in her work. She also supports conversations about life purpose, communication problems, self-love, and women's issues.
Her approach is to tailor strategies to what each person needs right now. Julie practices in Texas as an LPC, which means she holds the licensed professional counselor credential and has worked in clinical and community settings. She values collaboration and practical skill building so clients leave sessions with something useful to try.
Her long career has included one-on-one therapy, group formats, and public education. That range informs how she adapts interventions for different situations and personalities. Julie aims to help people build coping skills and find direction amid change.
02Credentials
- LPC (Texas)
- License 64609 · expires March 2027
- NPI
- 1154681724 · national provider identifier
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03Focus areas and approaches
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04Online support
How Julie Uses Evidence-Based Techniques Online
Julie uses well-supported therapeutic techniques to guide sessions toward practical change. One approach emphasizes structured skill building to manage anxiety and depression by teaching breathing, thought monitoring, and activity scheduling that reduce overwhelming feelings. Another approach focuses on trauma-informed care, helping people process distressing events at a pace that feels safe while learning strategies to reduce reactivity and improve day-to-day functioning.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist listens to a person's history, current struggles, and goals, then recommends methods to try. Clients and the therapist review progress together and adjust the plan when needed to find what works best for each individual.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect. Video calls let people see facial cues and have longer conversations. Phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited or when someone prefers not to be on camera. Live chat and text-based messaging allow shorter check-ins, written reflection, and ongoing support between longer sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life and keep continuity when schedules change.
05Questions people ask
What concerns does she address?
She helps with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, and coping with life changes. Additional focuses include aging and geriatric issues, caregiver stress, chronic pain and illness, communication problems, and women's issues.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Sessions are practical and goal oriented with an emphasis on skills people can use between visits. The tone is collaborative and focused on clear steps rather than abstract theory.
What is her clinical background?
She has 25 years of experience working in independent practice and nonprofit settings. Her work includes individual and group therapy along with public trainings and media appearances about counseling topics.
Where does she practice and what are her credentials?
Julie practices in Texas and holds the LPC credential, which stands for licensed professional counselor. That credential is listed as TX LPC in her profile.
Can sessions be conducted in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. This range lets people choose a format that fits their schedule and communication preferences.
How are sessions billed and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability. The matching step helps connect you to the right fit.
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