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Julia Barker, LCSW

Holistic Psychotherapist & Coach

Welcome! I'm Julia.

I'm passionate about helping

Individuals & Couples

Struggling with:

Relationships

Dating

Anxiety

Self-Esteem

Purpose & Fulfillment

Life Transitions

I offer traditional talk therapy blended with holistic methods, evidence-based practices, practical tools, and intuitive insights.

 

Together, we'll address core issues through a comprehensive mind, body, and soul approach, helping you achieve true transformation and lasting fulfillment.

About Me

Hi, I'm Julia!

 

I'm a holistic psychotherapist, hypnotherapist, and coach dedicated to helping you achieve profound change and personal growth. As a Bay Area native and alumna of Claremont McKenna College and Smith College School for Social Work, I bring both local insight and a rigorous academic background to my practice.

I stand out because I am deeply committed to your transformation. I provide direct, transparent feedback and guidance, ensuring you feel seen, understood and supported throughout your journey.

 

My approach integrates deep empathy, evidenced-based techniques, practical tools, and intuitive insight, creating a unique therapeutic experience that is both compassionate and effective.

My holistic practice combines Western psychology with Eastern philosophy and ancient wisdom. I use traditional talk therapy as a foundation and incorporate methods like:

In order to facilitate deep, lasting change. I may also provide homework assignments to help you integrate our work into your daily life.

For couples,

 

I utilize evidence-based models such as EFT, PACT, and Gottman to improve intimacy, communication, and understanding. My extensive training and innate intuitive abilities allow me to identify the underlying issues in your relationship, helping you build a strong, connected, and healthy foundation.

 

Imagine transforming your relationship by revealing the deeper meanings behind the words and actions that keep you feeling stuck and apart. Your words are very important, but often, non-verbal cues are the root of miscommunication and disconnection. By gaining insight into these unconscious dynamics, you and your partner can achieve deeper connection, intimacy, love, and stability.

Together, we will navigate through any challenges, helping you build a resilient and fulfilling partnership that can weather any storm.

Network of Holistic Practitioners:

Your healing journey encompasses mind, heart, body, and soul integration. If additional support is needed, I have a network of holistic practitioners ready to assist. Let's work together to create the joy, harmony, and fulfillment you deserve. Reach out today to start your path to transformation.

Are We a Good Fit?

Choosing the right therapist can often feel daunting and overwhelming. Therapy is a significant and worthwhile investment in yourself, and you deserve to work with someone you feel safe and deeply aligned with.

We might be the perfect match if:

  • You're grappling with issues like relationships, anxiety, self-esteem, dating, or major life changes—or you simply want to know yourself better and create more ease and joy in your life.

  • You seek a gentle, safe space to explore your hurts and vulnerabilities while opening to profound transformation, growth, and a deeper connection with your authentic self.

  • You're ready to roll up your sleeves and dive deep, understanding that achieving your goals requires an active, collaborative effort.

  • You appreciate the lighter moments in therapy, finding value in laughter and joy amidst the inevitable discomfort of personal growth.

  • You are open-minded to new approaches and ways of being.

I work with a diverse clientele, including:

  • Professionals, such as:

    • Computer engineers

    • Nurses, doctors

    • CEOs, co-founders, entrepreneurs

    • Artists, writers

    • Therapists, healers, coaches

  • BIPOC

  • LGBTQ+

  • Parents 

  • Students

Let’s embark on this journey together, transforming challenges into opportunities for growth and joy. Reach out today to see how we can create a meaningful path forward.

About

“The universe buries strange jewels

deep within us all, and then stands back to see if we can find them.”

Elizabeth Gilbert

Services

Individual Therapy

Therapy for just you. Have an unbiased professional provide guidance and care, however you may need.

Relationships are hard. Support for you and your partner. LGBTQ+ couples welcome.

Couples Therapy

Online Therapy

Therapy from the comfort of your own home. Virtual individual and couples sessions available. 

Therapeutic Tools

EMDR

A technique for rewiring old traumas and memories, so you can move forward and live with greater ease.

Hypnotherapy

A safe and gentle technique that helps you to unblock and reprogram unconscious patterns that keep you stuck, in order to create a life with greater freedom and balance. 

Somatic Therapy

A variety of body-based techniques that calm and unwind the nervous system, so you can live with more passion and purpose.

Services
Modalities
Book a Consultation

Free Consultation

Let's see if we're a fit!

20 min

Free

Contact

Locations

EAST BAY

1398 Solano Ave

Albany, CA 94706

PALO ALTO

518 Hamilton St.

Palo Alto, CA 94301

ONLINE

I use a Zoom platform that is confidential & HIPAA compliant 

Let's Chat

Email: juliabarkertherapy@gmail.com  /  Tel: 415.890.5844   

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Testimonials

M.S., San Francisco

"I've worked with what feels like a never-ending parade of therapists. Therapists who don't quite click. Therapists who don't quite lead me where I need to be. But there are therapists and then there's Julia. And if you've found her, you're lucky. You can stop searching now."

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