JULIE INGRAM, LCMHC, PLLC

PSYCHOTHERAPIST
If you are looking for a female perspective from a seasoned therapist, I might be the one for you!
My decision to focus on the issues of men stems from a few sources. Firstly, I grew up in an all boy neighborhood. Because the guys allowed me entrance into the "Boys Only" club, I was expected to carry my weight and protect myself. It didn't matter that I was far younger than them. Just like them, I endured bullying and physical fights (I didn't initiate them).
I competed with them in football (wide receiver), basketball and baseball (left fielder) pick-up games. While I played in school sports from fourth grade through college, our paths forked somewhere along the way. I began running with my girl tribe, chased boys, wore make-up, and took classes in ballet.
Secondly, my therapeutic style seems to draw more male clients. While I am warm and compassionate, I can also be strategic, goal oriented and solution focused. Thirdly, I attend conferences on men's issues. Eight of my ten clinical supervisors were male. They taught me about perspectives of men, in general. I seek out books and resources to further educate myself about this specialty.
My father is an amazing, loving, compassionate, emotionally strong, generous, fun and hilarious man. So, I know what a healthy guy looks like.
I assist men in various ways their tides may turn, including:
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Changing and confusing roles of men today
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Anger Management
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Job Frustrations
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Relationship Problems (because you can only control half of these interactions, right?)
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Anxiety, Depression, Grief and Loss
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What are Women (in general, of course)Thinking/Feeling These Days?
As a side note, I value authenticity over any words or perceptions you use to communicate.