Julie started out in mental health at a hospital working with people with schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and other severe and persistent mental illness (SPMI) while doing her MA in Counseling Psychology at WMU. After graduating, she continued working with people with SPMI and began working with folks with anxiety, trauma, and substance use disorders in a rural community mental health setting.
Julie moved to private practice in Kalamazoo in 2018 where she gained more experience with individuals with anxiety and trauma disorders. During that time, she obtained specialized training in ACT from workshops, conferences, and other training opportunities. She was also trained in prolonged exposure (PE) for trauma at the University of Pennsylvania Center for the Treatment and Study of Anxiety at a workshop run by the creator of PE. She is currently training in compassion-focused therapy (CFT).
Julie is passionate about social justice, advocacy, and connecting with people. She values courage, friendship, and compassion.
email Julie: juliecarbajal@kalamazooact.com
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