adult individual psychotherapy and

Exposure & Response Prevention (ERP) in:

New York (virtual and in person)

Connecticut (virtual only)

Pennsylvania (virtual only)

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About my practice

Welcome. My name is Julia Smith and I’m a therapist licensed to practice in New York, Pennsylvania, and Connecticut. I founded awaken psychotherapy to have the freedom to meet you exactly where you’re at.

If you're struggling with anxiety, stress, rumination, spiraling thoughts, perfectionism, avoidance, questions about substance use or sobriety, or are feeling as though your world has started to seem small, we may be a good therapeutic fit.

I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, obsessive and compulsive tendencies, traumatic stress, substance use, and relationships & life transitions.

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I believe a strong therapeutic relationship is a crucial foundation for change and focus on establishing an accepting, non-judgemental environment filled with trust.

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If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health emergency: please dial 911, go to your nearest emergency room, or dial the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988.

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