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Julie Belling, LCSW

She/They
Serving clients in Pennsylvania and Virginia
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I Work With: Adults, Teens, Families
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from West Chester University
Master’s Degree in Social Work from West Chester University
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Trainings & Certifications
Certified Clinical Trauma Professional
Extensive Clinical Training for Adolescents
Trained in Somatic Therapy
Trained in CBT, DBT and ACT
Training in Substance Use

“I know the vital importance of being affirmed for who you truly are in a safe space.”

In my own life, I have experienced the power of therapy as a queer and neurodivergent human. Now as a therapist, I provide an affirming space that allows my clients to accept all parts of themselves and celebrate their identities. I know the vital importance of being affirmed for who you truly are in a safe space.

I help people struggling with navigating a world that feels like it’s not built for them. Whether it’s working through chronic pain or illness, anxiety, trauma, or changing your relationship with substances, I can help you develop resiliency and experience post-traumatic growth to live your most meaningful life.

I use a combination of Somatic Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) all through the lens of trauma-informed care. I became a social worker and a therapist because my most central values are the pursuit of social justice and empathy. I can guide you in navigating systems that are rooted in oppression.

I specialize in working with adults and teens who are queer-identified, neurodivergent or struggling with trauma. I aim to create a safe, nonjudgmental space for you to come as you are, discover who you want to be, and figure out what is getting in the way. I strive to be honest, flexible, compassionate, and to treat you as the expert of your own lived experience. Starting therapy is a big step. I would love to work with you.

Fun Facts

Childhood Dream

To be a Power Ranger!

Ideal Saturday

A beach day with my friends, family, and puppy Zelda.

Most Proud Of

My commitment to show up for myself and others.

Favorite Trip

Scuba diving in Cozumel with sea turtles!

Greatest Thing About Being A Therapist

Being able to witness others develop a healthy relationship with themselves.

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“No practice has helped me the way Therapy for Women has.”

“I have been to many therapists for trauma work but no practice has helped me the way Therapy for Women has. This practice is based on mutual trust. Your therapist will happily share bits of their own life experiences. This always makes me feel less alone in what I am experiencing and make sessions feel so comfortable. I really think this practice is something special and I am SO happy I found it when I did.”

“Therapy for Women empowers clients to see change in themselves.

“Therapy for Women offers a fresh and modern approach to therapy which involves empowering clients to see change in themselves. They give you tools to supplement what’s talked about in session so you can go home and practice life skills. This step has been so crucial for my long-term recovery and emotional stability. The therapists genuinely care for each client. No matter why you go to Therapy for Women, these women WILL change your life. I really can’t thank them enough.”

“Therapy for Women has saved my life and then stuck with me to help me rebuild it from the bottom up.”

“In addition to individual therapy, I'm in a weekly group. I've created wonderful friendships here. It's also functioned as a safe space for me to experiment with things like stating my needs, getting vulnerable, setting boundaries, and receiving feedback from a non-therapist. Therapy for Women has saved my life and then stuck with me to help me rebuild it from the bottom up.”

“They just genuinely care about their patients.”

"I found this center when I needed it most in life. They matched me with a few therapists and first time was a charm. The center itself is very quick to act if you need anything. I see a psychiatrist within the practice as well and he too is amazing. They just genuinely care about their patients. You don’t feel like a time slot to them."

“…the very first therapist they hooked me up with was my perfect match.”

"Finding the right therapist is the hardest journey when you are already at your worst. I've tried multiple and none were working for me. But then I was told about Therapy for Women Center and the very first therapist they hooked me up with was my perfect match. We've been together coming on 2 years and she has really been amazing."

“The office has a soothing atmosphere, you immediately feel comfortable and at ease.”

"Happy to have found Therapy for Women Center. I can feel a change in my thinking and lifestyle and it is a huge difference from a year ago. So grateful! The office has a soothing atmosphere, you immediately feel comfortable and at ease."
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