Julie has a master's degree in counseling from East Carolina University. She is passionate about raising awareness for teenagers and young adults, as she finds that this population is underrepresented, as well as providing mental health services to various communities, including LGBTQIA+. She strives to blend dance, movement, equine-assisted therapy, animal-assisted therapy, and art therapy to support teenagers and young adults through navigating transitions in life, stress, trauma, and various mental health concerns. During the time she is not in class or working, Julie participates in local theatre, exploring new coffee shops, reading, writing, and finding fun hikes to go on with her dad.
"Any difference I can make to offer a chance for others is enough for me. We all deserve a chance to build a life we love living, and that starts with our connection to ourselves and others."