- Relationship communication
- Non-monogamy guidance
- Sexuality and kink
About Julie
Julie Lehman is a California LMFT with 12 years of clinical experience. Julie works with people who are navigating relationship issues and the specific stresses of young adulthood, including identity, early career changes, and shifting social connections.
Julie focuses on relationship concerns and sexual health topics. That includes work around communication problems, infidelity, jealousy, and non-monogamous relationships. Julie also supports people facing sexual assault and abuse, sexual dysfunction, sex addiction, and broader questions of sexuality and gender dysphoria.
Julie’s approach centers on listening and practical conversation. Sessions tend to focus on identifying patterns that cause daily strain, practicing clearer ways to talk with partners, and developing manageable steps to reduce conflict. She asks direct questions and offers concrete strategies rather than abstract theory.
People with chronic pain, chronic illness, or disability can bring concerns about how health affects connection and sexuality. Julie also works with those exploring BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture, and with people living with HIV or navigating codependency dynamics.
Julie accepts international clients and conducts work in English. To begin, prospective clients are asked to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session through the service button on the profile. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How therapeutic approaches guide online sessions
Julie uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people untangle relationship patterns and sexual concerns. One common approach is person-centered conversation that focuses on what the client values and needs; this involves attentive listening, reflective questions, and helping clients name what matters most in their relationships. This method is useful for people working through identity and connection issues.Another useful method is skills-based work aimed at communication and conflict. This means practicing specific conversation techniques, rehearsal of boundaries, and stepwise changes you can test between meetings. It’s practical work for people dealing with jealousy, infidelity, or difficulties in non-monogamous arrangements.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will collaborate with each client to decide which methods fit best for their goals, comfort, and the pace they prefer. Together they will check progress and adjust techniques as needed.
Confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified in the biography. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when life is hectic. They also make it possible to continue work across different locations and time zones with licensed professionals.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
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Experience
12+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of relationship concerns does she help with?
She works with relationship issues such as communication problems, infidelity, jealousy, and difficulties in non-monogamous arrangements.
How would she describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is conversational and practical, focusing on clear questions, identifying patterns, and offering concrete strategies you can try between sessions.
How much experience does she have?
Julie has 12 years of experience working with relationship and sexual health concerns.
Where is she licensed and based?
She is an LMFT licensed in California and practices from California.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
Yes, she accepts international clients; confirm time zones and scheduling when you match.
How does payment work and what does it cost?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Click the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
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