Julie Tallard Johnson, LCSW
Relational LCSW supporting trauma and anxiety recovery
- Licensed LCSW
- Relational somatic therapy
- Trauma and anxiety care
About Julie Tallard Johnson
Julie Tallard Johnson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a Masters in Social Work and 33 years of clinical experience, offering a relational, narrative, and somatic approach to counseling. She emphasizes the importance of a skillful, genuine therapeutic relationship as the foundation for meaningful change, and combines that relational base with narrative work - helping people examine the stories and assumptions that shape their lives - and somatic awareness that links emotional experience with the body.
Her style is collaborative and client-directed: clients choose the focus and pace while she provides skills, strategies, and compassionate guidance to explore options and move toward desired goals. Cognitive behavioral methods are woven into her work as inquiry practices that support insight and practical change. She has undertaken additional training in somatic experiencing, breath work, and awareness practices to support healing from trauma and to strengthen regulation and well-being.
Julie has worked both face-to-face and online across decades of practice, and she integrates education, simple tools, and narrative exploration to help people make immediate, usable changes in daily life. Her areas of focus include stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, relationships, addictions, depression, ADHD, and caregiver issues, among other concerns. She has also authored several books on healing, resilience, and cognitive-behavioral approaches to living well, and she continues to learn through trainings and the clinical work she does with others.
Her style is collaborative and client-directed: clients choose the focus and pace while she provides skills, strategies, and compassionate guidance to explore options and move toward desired goals. Cognitive behavioral methods are woven into her work as inquiry practices that support insight and practical change. She has undertaken additional training in somatic experiencing, breath work, and awareness practices to support healing from trauma and to strengthen regulation and well-being.
Julie has worked both face-to-face and online across decades of practice, and she integrates education, simple tools, and narrative exploration to help people make immediate, usable changes in daily life. Her areas of focus include stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, relationships, addictions, depression, ADHD, and caregiver issues, among other concerns. She has also authored several books on healing, resilience, and cognitive-behavioral approaches to living well, and she continues to learn through trainings and the clinical work she does with others.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Julie Tallard Johnson have?
Julie Tallard Johnson has 33 years of experience as a therapist.
Is Julie Tallard Johnson a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Her license is WI LCSW 3755-123.
In which languages does Julie Tallard Johnson provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Julie Tallard Johnson located?
She is located in Wisconsin.
How can I work with Julie Tallard Johnson as my therapist?
You can work with Julie Tallard Johnson through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Julie Tallard Johnson work with international clients?
Yes. Julie Tallard Johnson works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Julie Tallard Johnson cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify personal values and take committed action toward a meaningful life, even when difficult thoughts and feelings are present. It is useful for stress, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on a warm, nonjudgmental relationship in which the therapist offers empathy and support so clients can explore and understand their own experience - this approach is especially helpful when healing from trauma, grief, or relationship struggles. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) identifies unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and teaches concrete skills to shift those patterns, making it practical for anxiety, mood concerns, and coping with life changes.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Julie works collaboratively to tailor methods to each person’s needs, goals, and preferences. She draws from multiple approaches and helps clients decide which tools and perspectives fit best for their situation.
Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, continue consistent care during life changes, and engage with licensed professionals from different locations while maintaining the therapeutic relationship at the center of the work.
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