Therapist in St. Clair Shores, Michigan Julie DeCoste, Therapist
Gender Identity: Female (She/Her)
Ages Served: 15-74
Appointments: In-office and Online
Manages Medications: No, provides therapy only
Accepts Insurance: Yes - View accepted plans
Julie DeCoste, MSW, LMSW
Specializes In:
Welcome—I’m glad you’re here.
Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, but you’re not alone. My goal is to make this process as comfortable and empowering as possible. I offer compassionate, authentic care rooted in a strong, trusting therapeutic relationship—because connection is the foundation of healing.
With over a decade of experience in mental health, I specialize in working with adolescents (14+) and adults navigating depression, anxiety, chronic health conditions, and life transitions. I’m an LGBTQIA+ affirming therapist with training in WPATH Standards of Care and experience supporting clients through gender exploration, dysphoria, and transitioning.
I also work with ADHD, panic disorders, bipolar disorder, body image concerns, and acute PTSD. My approach is grounded in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), with integrative elements of mindfulness and self-compassion.
Reaching out is a powerful first step—I’d be honored to support you on your path to healing and growth.
Types of Care & Ages Served
- Individual Therapy: Ages 15-74
Areas of Focus
Individual Therapy
Get help addressing challenges and improve well-being with a clinician's guidance.
- Body image
- Chronic pain-related issues
- LGBTQ+
- ADHD
- Aging
- Anxiety
- Attention & focus
- Autism: generally independent
- Bipolar Disorder
- Bullying or harassment
- Career & relationships (mid-life)
- Career & work issues
- Depression/feeling down
- Early adulthood: Independent living or relationships
- Early adulthood: Starting college or career
- Empty nesters
- Focus, concentration & memory
- Gender identity
- General relationship issues
- Grief & loss
- Intellectual challenges: generally independent
- Intense mood changes
- Learning challenges
- Marital stress or divorce
- Menopause & perimenopause
- Other women's health concerns
- Panic attacks
- Parenthood
- PMS & PMDD
- Premarital counseling
- Retirement
- School avoidance
- Self-esteem
- Self-injury or cutting
- Sexual trauma
- Sleep issues or insomnia
- Social skills & communication
- Stress from ongoing health issues
- Stress management
- Trauma & PTSD
Insurances Accepted
- Aetna
- Blue Care Network of Michigan
- Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
- Carelon (Beacon)
- Centivo
- Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS)
- Devoted Health Plan
- Evernorth (Cigna)
- Health Alliance Plan
- HealthSmart
- Humana
- McLaren Health Plan
- MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
- Medicare
- Meridian Health Plan
- Northwell Direct
- Optum (UnitedHealthcare)
- Partners Direct Health
- Priority Health
- Provider Network of America (PNOA)
- Quest Behavioral Health
- Sana Benefits
- TELUS Health (BHS)
- Tricare East (Humana Military) (L)
Languages
- English
Education
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Wayne State University
FAQs
Please call us at 586-777-9000 to schedule an appointment with Julie DeCoste.
Julie DeCoste generally accepts new patients but there could be a waitlist.
Please call 586-777-9000 to find out Julie DeCoste's schedule and availability.
LifeStance Health providers accept most commercial insurance plans that are offered in the states where we offer services, including telehealth. Please see the following list of insurances accepted by Julie DeCoste:
- Aetna
- Blue Care Network of Michigan
- Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
- Carelon (Beacon)
- Centivo
- Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS)
- Devoted Health Plan
- Evernorth (Cigna)
- Health Alliance Plan
- HealthSmart
- Humana
- McLaren Health Plan
- MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
- Medicare
- Meridian Health Plan
- Northwell Direct
- Optum (UnitedHealthcare)
- Partners Direct Health
- Priority Health
- Provider Network of America (PNOA)
- Quest Behavioral Health
- Sana Benefits
- TELUS Health (BHS)
- Tricare East (Humana Military) (L)
If you don't see your insurance listed, please contact us at 586-777-9000 to see how we can help.
Julie DeCoste is a Therapist and cannot prescribe medication. However, most LifeStance offices have a Psychiatrist or APN on staff who can prescribe medication if needed.
Julie DeCoste works at:
Yes, Julie DeCoste does offer online telehealth visits.
Yes, Julie DeCoste is currently offering in-office visits at the following location: