Julie Cox, LCSW
Helping individuals and families find clarity, resilience, and lasting healing.
Licensed Clinical Social Worker • PANDAS/PANS, Trauma & OCD Specialist • Virtual Therapy in New York, Connecticut, & Delaware
I Believe Healing Begins with Feeling Understood
Whether you're navigating PANDAS/PANS with your child, healing from trauma, or struggling with OCD, you may be exhausted from trying to figure everything out on your own.
My role isn't to tell you what's wrong with you—it's to help you understand what's happening beneath the surface. Together, we'll make sense of overwhelming experiences, calm your nervous system, and build practical strategies that help you move forward with greater confidence and hope.
I strive to create a space where you feel genuinely heard, respected, and supported every step of the way.
My Approach
No two people—and no two families—are exactly alike. That's why I don't believe in a one-size-fits-all approach to therapy.
After more than 25 years in practice, I've learned that lasting healing happens when therapy is tailored to the person sitting in front of me. Together, we'll work at a pace that feels manageable, building on your strengths while helping you understand the patterns that have been keeping you stuck.
I combine warmth with evidence-based treatment, drawing from approaches that best fit your goals, including:
EMDR to help process trauma and distressing experiences
Internal Family Systems (IFS-Informed Therapy) to build self-understanding and resilience
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to strengthen emotional regulation
Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) to help you change your relationship with obsessive fears and compulsions
SPACE (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions) to help parents respond differently to a child's anxiety or OCD
Collaborative Problem Solving to improve communication and reduce conflict at home
My goal isn't simply to reduce symptoms—it's to help you better understand yourself, feel more confident, and move through life with greater steadiness.
Why This Work Matters to Me
After more than 25 years as a therapist, what continues to inspire me is watching people begin to understand themselves—and trust that things can get better.
I've seen parents finally understand that their child's behaviors are rooted in brain-body distress—not bad parenting. I've watched trauma survivors begin to feel safe again. And I've seen people with OCD begin to separate themselves from the intrusive thoughts and fears that have taken up so much space in their lives.
Those moments—when fear and self-doubt begin to give way to understanding and hope—are why I continue to love this work.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) — New York, Connecticut & Delaware
25+ years in practice specializing in PANDAS/PANS, trauma, and OCD
Advanced training in EMDR, CBT, IFS Informed Therapy, DBT, ERP, SPACE, and Collaborative Problem Solving
Ongoing consultation and education in trauma treatment, PANDAS/PANS, neurobiology, and family systems
We May Be a Good Fit If You're Looking For...
✓ Specialized therapy for PANDAS/PANS, trauma, and OCD
✓ A therapist who listens carefully and tailors treatment to your unique needs
✓ Practical, evidence-based tools that fit into everyday life
✓ Compassionate support grounded in neuroscience, experience, and genuine collaboration
If you’ve tried to manage on your own—and it’s just not working anymore—I’m here to help.
Therapy is a place to slow down, feel seen, and begin to heal. Together, we’ll work toward helping you or your family find more calm, resilience, and genuine healing.