I am a Licensed Mental Health
Counselor in the state of Washington (LH 60777033.) I
was also a counselor in a Montessori school and a board member of Washington State Association for
Play Therapy. As a therapist with experience in a variety of settings and a parent myself, I understand the challenge parents face in finding the right guidance for their child.
I
work with youth above 8-year-old, adult and couple through telehealth. I encourage parents to work with me and their children
through family therapy sessions. Parents often find it helpful and are
surprised at how family therapy can bring them profound insight into their
child.
PHILOSOPHY
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“Behavior
is one of the ways that human beings communicate their emotions, especially for
children who have not developed their full cognitive potential and vocabulary to
express their overwhelming feelings. They start to become needy or
aggressive, have trouble concentrating, and develop problems with sleeping and appetite.
In contrast, when children are guided through confusing situations and
feelings, they start gaining the motivation and energy to enjoy their
academic, family, and social
life.”
- Julianne
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My practice emphasizes existential
and humanistic approaches. I believe that each child brings unique strengths
and challenges into the therapy session by him/herself, even if he/she is not
able to state them explicitly. I utilize play therapy, sand tray therapy, and
cognitive-behavioral therapy to augment this philosophy, and depending on each
child’s needs, he/she will receive a unique, individual treatment plan.
SERVICES
Since 2019 I have moved my practice onto telehealth and start to be thinking more creative ways to involve and stay connected with the young clients in the screen. I
provide a safe and professional counseling session for children, and accompany them
in discovering deep emotional needs, understanding the sources of their stresses, and learning new coping skills. I believe that counseling is the process
of self-identification for a child. It is my passion to facilitate children
in developing a balanced relationship with themselves, and for them to thrive in their academic, family and
social life.
I CAN HELP WITH
-
Low motivation
- Low self-esteem
- Adjustment issue
- Isolation and loneliness
- Stress management
- Grief and loss
- Depression
- Suicidal Behavior
- Anxiety issues
- Communication issues
- Aggressive behavior
Julianne Lu Reaches
Redmond WA