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Julia Caruso, LICSW

LICSW focused on trauma and attachment
  • Trauma and attachment support
  • Addiction and self esteem work
  • ACT DBT psychodynamic approaches

About Julia Caruso

Julia Caruso is an LICSW, which stands for Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, licensed to practice in Massachusetts. She focuses on attachment-related concerns, trauma and post-traumatic stress, self-esteem difficulties, and addiction, offering a direct yet empathic approach that centers each person as the expert of their own journey.

She brings a creative and holistic sensibility to her work. Outside of clinical practice she is a musician and artist, an animal and outdoor enthusiast, and an avid gamer who values exploring the connections between imagined worlds and inner experience. That blend of interests informs a collaborative style that treats people as whole individuals rather than a set of symptoms.

Her therapeutic stance leans on clear, practical guidance paired with compassion. She describes her role as a life guide who helps clients build insight and tools to navigate relationship challenges, mood and anxiety concerns, patterns tied to attachment and abandonment, and addictive behaviors. She works with issues ranging from communication and codependency to impulsivity, isolation, and life purpose.

Sessions are typically scheduled for 45 minutes to allow ample time for reflection and being heard. New clients are asked to complete their first appointment by video so the work can begin face-to-virtual-face, and clients may indicate a preference for text or video before subsequent sessions. She aims to respond to messages within 24 hours and maintains boundaries by being unavailable on weekends. If someone is in urgent need or in crisis she directs them to emergency services - call 911, call or text 988, or text MHA to 741741 to connect with a trained Crisis Counselor from Crisis Text Line.

She looks forward to working with clients who are ready to engage in meaningful change and self-exploration.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsDependent personalityFamily of origin issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disordersPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSex addictionSexuality

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Jungian Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Julia Caruso have?

She has 4 years of professional experience.

Is Julia Caruso a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LICSW credential. License details: MA LICSW LICSW127343.

In which languages does Julia Caruso provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Julia Caruso located?

She is located in Massachusetts.

How can I work with Julia Caruso as my therapist?

You can work with Julia Caruso through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Julia Caruso work with international clients?

She does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Julia Caruso cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

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Remote care offers notable flexibility. Individuals can connect in the format that fits their life and comfort level - through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. That flexibility can make it easier to keep consistent appointments while balancing work, family, and other responsibilities.



Licensed professionals provide care through these formats, and clients retain the option to change therapists if they need a different fit. For many people, remote therapy makes accessing regular support more practical while still allowing meaningful therapeutic progress with experienced therapists.

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