Julie Sugarman is a Clinical Psychotherapist in training and a graduate student at Northwestern University, where she is earning her Master’s Degree in Counseling. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Clinical Psychology from the University of Pittsburgh and brings a lifelong curiosity about human behavior and emotional wellbeing to her work.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!Julie is dedicated to creating a warm, non-judgmental space where clients feel safe to explore their thoughts, emotions, and life experiences. She uses a personalized, compassionate approach—tailoring each session to the unique needs of the individual. Her goal is to help clients build self-understanding, develop emotional resilience, and feel more empowered in their lives.
Before entering the mental health field, Julie spent nearly a decade in communications and marketing, working with top firms like Weber Shandwick, 160over90 (Endeavor), and Team Lewis. Her experience supporting high-profile clients across industries helps her connect deeply with individuals facing professional stress, life transitions, or questions of identity and purpose.
Julie has a special interest in working with clients experiencing anxiety, grief, self-esteem challenges, or major life changes. She draws from Psychodynamic Therapy and Person-Centered Therapy, and believes that meaningful growth happens within safe, supportive relationships. Outside of the therapy room, Julie finds inspiration in film, art, design, and culture—all of which inform her holistic view of mental wellness and healing.
