Julie Tallard Johnson, LCSW
LCSW helping clients build resilience and insight
- Trauma and grief
- Stress and anxiety
- Online and international clients
About Julie Tallard Johnson
Julie Tallard Johnson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a Master of Social Work and more than three decades of professional experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, and a wide range of life transitions. She approaches therapy as a collaborative journey in which the client directs the work and the therapist offers tools, perspectives, and strategies to help the client move toward meaningful change. Julie emphasizes the central role of a genuine therapeutic relationship and combines relational, narrative, and somatic elements to help clients explore their stories, understand bodily-emotional patterns, and practice new ways of responding to difficult situations.
Her practice integrates cognitive-behavioral strategies for inquiry and skill-building alongside client-centered principles that prioritize empathy, boundaries, and a respectful partnership. Julie has continued professional training in somatic experiencing, awareness, and breath practices that support personal insight and regulation, and she brings those practices into sessions when they fit the client’s goals. She has worked both face-to-face and online and draws on accessible tools and straightforward strategies clients can use right away to support change.
Julie has authored several books on healing, resilience, and cognitive-behavioral approaches to well-being, and she remains committed to ongoing learning. She credits the therapeutic relationship with being a powerful source of growth and says her own experience in therapy helped her develop the means to change her life. Clients can expect a compassionate, skillful guide who will help them identify practical routes forward while honoring their agency and preferences.
Her practice integrates cognitive-behavioral strategies for inquiry and skill-building alongside client-centered principles that prioritize empathy, boundaries, and a respectful partnership. Julie has continued professional training in somatic experiencing, awareness, and breath practices that support personal insight and regulation, and she brings those practices into sessions when they fit the client’s goals. She has worked both face-to-face and online and draws on accessible tools and straightforward strategies clients can use right away to support change.
Julie has authored several books on healing, resilience, and cognitive-behavioral approaches to well-being, and she remains committed to ongoing learning. She credits the therapeutic relationship with being a powerful source of growth and says her own experience in therapy helped her develop the means to change her life. Clients can expect a compassionate, skillful guide who will help them identify practical routes forward while honoring their agency and preferences.
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 - Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details are 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 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 Tallard Johnson uses evidence-informed approaches to meet differing needs and preferences. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values, accept difficult internal experiences, and take committed action toward meaningful goals - it can be useful for stress, anxiety, and navigating life changes. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, genuine presence, and respect for the client’s pace and perspective - it supports healing through a strong therapeutic relationship and is helpful for grief, relationship concerns, and self-esteem work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and patterns and practicing practical skills to shift behaviors and emotions - it is commonly used for anxiety, depression, and coping skills development.
Finding the right blend of approaches is part of the therapeutic process. Julie works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the approach as the work unfolds. This collaborative stance helps ensure treatment feels relevant and manageable.
Online therapy with Julie is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, which can make scheduling more flexible and reduce barriers related to location or travel. These options allow therapists and licensed professionals to provide ongoing support in formats that fit different lifestyles and rhythms, while enabling regular access to care when it is needed.
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