Therapist in Timonium, Maryland Julia Giuva, Therapist

Julia Giuva, LMHC, LCPC, helps adults in Maryland navigate life’s emotional challenges with compassion, clinical insight, and a collaborative spirit. She works with individuals ages 18 through 64 and provides personalized therapy that empowers clients to explore patterns, develop coping tools, and move forward with confidence. At LifeStance Health, Julia supports clients across Maryland with a focus on evidence-based treatments for mood disorders, life transitions, and emotional regulation.

With a warm, nonjudgmental approach, Julia specializes in working with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, and trauma-related conditions such as PTSD. She integrates techniques from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to help clients address distressing symptoms, build resilience, and live more fulfilling lives. Her work with the LGBTQ+ community and individuals navigating identity-related stressors is grounded in respect and affirmation, ensuring that each client feels heard and valued. Julia is especially passionate about supporting adults who are working through alcohol and substance use issues, reproductive health challenges, and women’s mental health. Whether clients are facing fertility struggles, perinatal transitions, or complex emotions related to identity and self-worth, Julia offers a safe space to explore, heal, and grow. Her mindfulness-based strategies promote emotional balance and self-compassion throughout the recovery and healing journey. Outside of her clinical work, Julia enjoys exploring new places, embracing new experiences through travel, and spending time with her two beloved cats. Her love of exploration and openness to new experiences mirror her therapeutic approach—grounded, curious, and deeply attuned to each individual’s journey.