Julie Butler, LMHC
Therapist in Iowa
Julie Butler is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in Iowa who helps people facing relationship strain, anxiety, depression, stress, and struggles with self-esteem.
- License 081447 · Iowa Expires September 2026
- NPI 1205214269 · national registry
- Experience and languages 10+ years in practice English
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About Julie
Julie Butler is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in Iowa who helps people facing relationship strain, anxiety, depression, stress, and struggles with self-esteem. She also supports people dealing with grief, trauma and abuse, parenting challenges, addiction, ADHD, and major life changes. Julie speaks English and works with clients both locally and internationally.
Julie keeps sessions straightforward and practical. She listens first, then helps people identify small changes that make daily life easier.
Background and approach
Conversations focus on realistic steps, problem-solving, and rebuilding confidence. She draws on approaches like the Gottman Method for relational work when appropriate. With ten years of clinical experience, Julie blends client-centered care with evidence-informed techniques.
She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice and change harmful thinking patterns. Solution-focused methods are used to set clear, short-term goals and track progress. Julie also uses Motivational Interviewing to support people who are ambivalent about change, particularly around substance use and other addictive behaviors.
When trauma is a factor, she applies trauma-focused strategies to help people process difficult experiences at a manageable pace. Her style is collaborative and down-to-earth. Sessions can include skill practice, guided conversation, and homework that fits everyday life.
The aim is steady, achievable progress so people feel more capable and in control between appointments.
Credentials
- LMHC (Iowa)
- License 081447 · expires September 2026
- NPI
- 1205214269 · national provider identifier
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Focus areas and approaches
Everything Julie lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem
- Coping with life changes
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- LGBT
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Depression
- ADHD
- Abandonment
- Adoption and foster care
- Attachment issues
- Blended family issues
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Co-morbidity
- Codependency
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
- Dependent personality
- Divorce and separation
- Domestic violence
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Emptiness
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- First responder issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Hospice and end-of-life counseling
- Isolation / loneliness
- Jealousy
- Life purpose
- Midlife crisis
- Mood disorders
- Paranoia
- Post-traumatic stress
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self-love
- Young adult issues
Approaches Julie names
- Gottman Method
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
These are the approaches Julie names on their own professional profile. Naming an approach is not evidence of training or certification in it, and this directory checks no training records. Ask directly if it matters to you.
Online support
Therapy Approaches and Online Options
Julie uses the Gottman Method to help people understand and improve relationship patterns by teaching communication skills and rebuilding connection. That approach is helpful when partners want clearer communication and more effective conflict handling.She also uses Client-Centered Therapy, which focuses on listening, empathy, and building a strong working relationship so clients feel heard and understood. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is another common tool she uses to identify unhelpful thoughts and swap them for more useful ways of thinking, which can help with anxiety, depression, and stress.
Finding the right approach is a shared process. Julie starts by asking about needs, goals, and personal preferences, then suggests techniques to try. She checks in and adjusts methods over time so work in sessions fits real life and feels useful.
Online therapy offers flexibility in how people connect. Video calls let you work face-to-face from different locations. Phone sessions can fit a break at work or require less bandwidth than video. Live chat and text-based messaging are useful for quick check-ins, shorter updates, or when writing helps you organize thoughts. These options make it easier to keep therapy consistent around a busy schedule.
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Frequently asked
What concerns does Julie address?
She helps with relationship problems, anxiety, depression, stress, addiction, ADHD, grief, trauma, parenting challenges, and related issues like abandonment and codependency.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her style is client-centered and straightforward. She listens, sets practical goals, and uses hands-on strategies people can try between sessions.
What is her professional background?
Julie has ten years of clinical experience as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and has worked across behavioral health settings before moving to this practice.
Where is she based and licensed?
She is located in Iowa and holds the LMHC credential in Iowa.
Which languages and international clients are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.
What session formats are offered?
Julie offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different schedules and needs.
How does cost and billing work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a session according to therapist availability.
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