Meet Julie Sitomer, LCSW 20+ years supporting women and families. In-person in Agoura Hills; telehealth in California and Washington.
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who helps women through two of the most disorienting transitions of adult life: becoming a mother, and moving through perimenopause. Both can leave you feeling unlike yourself, and both are rarely talked about honestly.
My clients are often capable, caring women who are holding everything together for everyone else. In our work together, you get a place to put that down, be honest, and feel like yourself again. As a mother of 3, I know first hand how isolating and challenging motherhood could feel.
I provide a safe environment for clients to share their feelings and be truly authentic. We work closely together to determine goals that are comfortable and move you in the direction that you would like to go. I work with you in a style that suits your needs, whether you prefer a more talkative approach or a more mindful approach. We work together!
I utilize a combination of therapeutic approaches to help support my clients. We can do “talk therapy”, CBT, or Brainspotting. We can even do a walk and talk session, if that feels right to you! Feel free to reach out for a free 15 minute consultation to discuss your needs and see if we are a fit. You deserve to have a person on your side and support your through life’s challenges.
About Me
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience my experience has been varied. I graduated with my Bachelors in Child Development from California State University Northridge and my Masters in Social Work from University of Southern California. For many years I worked for Los Angeles Unified School District as a Psychiatric Social Worker. I worked with students and families from diverse populations with a wide range of needs.
Those years taught me how much a parent's wellbeing shapes a whole family. That's why I now focus on supporting the women at the center of it: new mothers and women in midlife.
For many years, I supported families with young children transition in the school district receiving special education. I became well versed in special education laws and writing Individualized Educational Plans. Over the course of my career I’ve worked with kids of all ages from preschool age all the way through high school!
My passion for supporting parents began to flourish through my time with students. I decided to expand my career by opening a private practice supporting women’s mental health and teaching Parent and Me classes. For many years I facilitated groups for new parents. I believe that parents need community for support while also learning practical tools to manage this time of transition.
My love of helping people continues to grow as I live and learn. My personal life experiences and my vast professional experiences have helped me develop my expertise which gives me a strong platform to assist people to live the life they want to live.