LPC

Julie Gallivan, LPC

Experience6 years
LocationMichigan
Focus areasADHD, Relationship, and Family
Therapy approachesAcceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Client-Centered Therapy

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About Julie

Julie Gallivan is an LPC in Michigan who draws on six years of clinical experience to support people navigating relationships, family dynamics, and major life transitions.

Background and approach

She uses evidence-informed methods to help clients manage anxiety, stress, mood challenges such as depression and bipolar, and difficulties with attention like ADHD. Her work also addresses grief, trauma and abuse, addiction concerns, intimacy-related issues, and self-esteem struggles.

Gallivan emphasizes a collaborative, person-centered stance that prioritizes each client’s story and strengths. She combines cognitive and mindfulness-based tools with narrative and acceptance strategies to address communication problems, impulsivity, caregiver stress, and complex family situations including blended families, adoption and foster care issues, and family-of-origin wounds.

Practical concerns such as career strain, chronic illness or pain, and forgiveness work are woven into treatment alongside emotional processing. Clients can expect a respectful, empathetic environment focused on building resilience and improving everyday functioning.

Her practice accepts international clients and offers flexible session formats to accommodate different needs, with scheduling arranged based on therapist availability.

Therapeutic approaches adapted for online care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients clarify personal values and build psychological flexibility by practicing acceptance of difficult thoughts and committing to meaningful action. This approach can be useful for stress, anxiety, mood challenges, and challenges with motivation or impulsivity. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors through practical exercises and skill-building, making it a common choice for anxiety, depression, and coping with life changes. Mindfulness Therapy complements these methods by teaching present-moment awareness and stress-reduction skills that support emotional regulation and resilience.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the therapeutic process. The therapist works collaboratively with each client to assess needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting techniques over time to create a tailored plan that feels practical and relevant.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility and accessibility. These options allow people to fit therapy into busy schedules, maintain continuity during transitions, and choose the communication style that best supports their engagement and progress.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Julie often address?

She works with a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, bipolar mood challenges, ADHD, grief, trauma and abuse, addictions, and relationship or family conflicts.

What therapeutic style can I expect?

Her approach blends client-centered care with acceptance, cognitive behavioral, mindfulness, and narrative techniques to tailor treatment to each person’s needs.

How much clinical experience does she have?

Julie has six years of professional experience practicing as a licensed counselor in Michigan.

What are her credentials and where is she licensed?

She holds the LPC credential with license number MI LPC 6401019047 and practices in Michigan.

Are sessions available in other languages or internationally?

Therapy is offered in English and she accepts clients from outside the United States.

Which session formats are offered?

Clients may choose video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on preference and availability.

How are costs and subscriptions handled?

Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What are the first steps to begin working together?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsParenting issuesCoping with life changes

Also works with

Stress, Anxiety Addictions Trauma and abuse GriefIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shame ImpulsivityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / loneliness Life purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersMulticultural concernsPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSelf-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues Young adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyNarrative Therapy

Experience

6+ years

Licensed

Michigan

Languages

English

What Julie can help with

Julie Gallivan works with clients on relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, and coping with life changes.

Julie works with individuals through life's complex challenges.

Julie works with relationship dynamics, family conflicts, and personal growth.

How Julie approaches therapy

Julie's clinical approaches include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, and Narrative Therapy.

Experience and training

Julie is a Licensed Professional Counselor practicing in Michigan, with 6 years of clinical experience.