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Julie Setnan, LCSW

Compassionate LCSW guiding healing and growth
  • Good listener
  • Trauma and relationship care
  • Flexible session options

About Julie Setnan

Julie Setnan is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who earned her Master of Social Work at the University of Illinois at Chicago in 1995. As an LCSW - a licensed professional trained to provide clinical social work and psychotherapy - she blends formal training with a lifetime of lived experience and practical wisdom she brings to each session.

She is a thoughtful listener who brings an optimistic outlook, compassion, and kindness to her work. Julie approaches therapy as a continuing learner and recognizes the courage it takes to begin introspective work. She values that bravery and approaches therapeutic work with respect and encouragement.

Julie aims to create a supportive space where people can process the issues they are facing, whether they are navigating relationships, trauma, stress, grief, life changes, or challenges with self-esteem and coping. She checks messages periodically on weekdays and typically responds within 24 to 48 hours. Julie offers weekly sessions that can be conducted via video, phone, or live chat during several weekday afternoons, and she looks forward to supporting clients in the progress they make together.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

Family conflictsGriefParenting issuesAnger managementDepressionCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

CodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsEmptinessFamily of origin issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Gottman Method Imago Relationship Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Julie Setnan have?

Julie Setnan has 8 years of experience.

Is Julie Setnan a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details: IL LCSW 149.022632.

In which languages does Julie Setnan provide therapy?

Julie Setnan provides therapy in English.

Where is Julie Setnan located?

Julie Setnan is located in Illinois.

How can I work with Julie Setnan as my therapist?

You can work with Julie Setnan through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Julie Setnan work with international clients?

Julie Setnan does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Julie Setnan 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 and Online Care

Julie draws on several established approaches to support healing and growth. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on empathic listening and creating a collaborative relationship in which the client’s values and pace guide the work - this approach is helpful for building self-esteem, navigating life changes, and processing grief. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) examines the connections between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors to help identify unhelpful patterns and develop practical strategies for anxiety, depression, panic, and obsessive tendencies. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is an evidence-informed method used to process distressing memories and reduce the intensity of traumatic reactions, often applied when trauma or abuse is part of a person’s history.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Julie collaborates with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and adjusts the plan as progress and priorities evolve. Licensed professionals and therapists work together with clients to tailor care rather than applying a one-size-fits-all model.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit varying schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain consistency, access support from different locations, and choose the format that best fits an individual’s life and pace.

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