Julie Cox, LCSW
Helping individuals and families find clarity, resilience, and lasting healing.
Licensed Clinical Social Worker • Trauma & PANDAS/PANS Specialist • Serving Clients Throughout New York State
I Believe Healing Begins with Feeling Understood
Whether you're healing from trauma or trying to support a child living with PANDAS/PANS, you're likely 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) and SPACE for anxiety and 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 discover that they aren't broken.
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 realize that the ways they've coped for years were actually remarkable survival strategies.
Those moments—when fear begins to give way to understanding and hope—are why I continue to love this work.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) – New York State
25+ years in private practice specializing in trauma and PANDAS/PANS
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 support for children, teens, adults, and families affected by PANDAS/PANS
✓ 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.