Julie Crist
I seek to provide a place where clients feel safe to explore areas in their life where they desire healing and change. In a world of demands, we all need to take the time to care for ourselves. This includes being equipped with the tools and support needed to achieve goals and a fuller life. My role is to partner with you in this process. In supporting you, I draw from my own life experiences and career paths that apply to my work as a therapist.
Due to my journey and rich exposure to multicultural, diversity experiences I effectively serve culturally diverse and at risk populations. I am here to help you heal, explore, and discover a healthier you.
I believe in an integrated approach to therapy that is tailored to help meet the needs of clients based on their individual experiences. I am also passionate about teaching individuals how to connect, communicate, utilize resources, and build and restore relationships. With that said, I have been trained in a variety of modalities including Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Solution Focused, Person Centered, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Mindfulness, and many others.
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Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist #130996
QUALIFICATIONS & EDUCATION
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Associate Marriage & Family Therapist #116884
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Masters of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy, Western Seminary
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Bachelors of Science in Business Administration, San Diego State University
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
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Associate Therapist at Los Gatos Counseling Center (Monterey Office)
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Associate Therapist at Alsana Eating Disorder Treatment Center
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Associate Therapist at Beacon House Residential Treatment Center
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Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee at Discovery Counseling Center
ASSOCIATIONS & MEMBERSHIPS
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American Counseling Association (ACA)
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California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (CAMFT)
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American Association of Christian Counselors (AACC)
ON A PERSONAL NOTE
Being a native Californian I value the varied natural resources our beautiful state has to offer! Travel is an immense part of my life. I enjoy creative adventures such as painting, cooking, and wine tasting. I also embrace outdoor adventures such as fishing, hiking, snow skiing, biking and spending time with my adult children. Community is a vital aspect of my life and ultimately completes me.
AREAS OF SPECIALIZATION & TRAINING
I have experience working with
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Anger
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Addiction
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Depression/Anxiety/Stress
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Parenting/Separation/Divorce
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Spiritual Development
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LGBTQ
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ADHD
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Autism Spectrum
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Bipolar Disorder
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Eating Disorders
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Borderline Personality
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Grief
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Trauma
Additional training in the following:
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SMART Recovery
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12 Step Programs
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Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
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Developmental Model of Couples Therapy
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Internal Family Systems
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CBT
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DBT
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Group Therapy
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