You can finally stop pretending like you have it all together.

(psst...it’s okay to not have everything figured out!)

Meet Julia Poole, Therapist for Women in Phoenix Arizona

Overwhelmed? Exhausted? Disconnected?

This space is for you.

I see you. You’re tired of being tired. This season in life isn’t what you expected. You’ve been trying so hard but the pressure of all the expectations — expectations you have of yourself, expectations others have of you & the expectations of society — is wearing you down. I help women just like you find balance.

My practice focuses on meeting the unique mental & emotional needs of women & mothers so that they can better process their experiences, discover their inner strength, and find empowerment through healing. I help women bring balance into their busy lives, find clarity in who they are, and build trust within themselves.

I’ve been told that therapy with me is warm, engaging & collaborative. Clients have shared that they’ve found me to be relatable, easy to talk to, and a source of comfort & encouragement throughout our work together. I have so much respect and admiration for the women that have invited me into their lives and allowed me to join them on their path to growth & healing. I’d be honored to join you, too.

I offer in-person & online appointments. My office is located in beautiful Scottsdale, Arizona. Convenient online therapy appointments are available to women located throughout the state of Arizona. I provide traditional talk therapy & EMDR.

Clients work with me because they are ready to finally stop pretending —and actually start living — the life they want, need, & deserve.

Why a Lemon Tree?

When I first decided to move to Arizona, I looked forward to living amongst cacti and gorgeous sunsets, and I was so excited to explore the desert landscape. However, I ended up finding something completely unexpected — beautiful lemon trees.

The simple green leaves, the sweet flowers that turn into bright yellow fruit, the abundance of lemons thriving in an unexpected place, where conditions often seem less than ideal.

Lemon trees symbolize hope, health & healing, positivity, fertility & abundance, and vitality. These are exactly the things that I hope you find and experience as a result of living your most authentic life.

Lemon Tree Therapy is my way of extending the symbolism of a lemon tree to you, perhaps during one of your most difficult seasons. A path to hope and healing that can help you get to where you want to be.

I’m a Certified Perinatal Mental Health provider and a Certified Clinical Prenatal Trauma Specialist. I have training in EMDR with a focus on addressing trauma during pregnancy & postpartum. I’m passionate about Women’s Health & supporting women as they grow, heal, & thrive. I provide an encouraging and supportive space for women with ADHD and embrace a neurodiversity-affirming approach.

The foundation of my therapeutic work is person-centered and strengths-based, meaning we will focus on the topics most important to you and spend time exploring how your strengths can be harnessed to create positive change, connection, and wellness. My approach acknowledges the impact biological, environmental, relational, & societal factors have on women’s health & wellbeing.

I help my clients gain a better understanding of themselves, their mind, & their body through an integrative lens. I use a variety of treatment modalities & personalize my approach based on your specific needs.

My Approach

What is EMDR?

Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing is a structured, evidence-based therapy that promotes healing within the nervous system through the use of bilateral stimulation. EMDR focuses directly on a traumatic memory with the intention to change how the memory is stored within the brain — therefore changing how the nervous system experiences the emotions, thoughts, beliefs, & physical sensations related to the memory. When the memory is reprocessed, the nervous system is then able to “work out the tangles”, reducing or eliminating the distressing and problematic symptoms.

Professional Qualifications

CERTIFICATIONS

  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

  • Certified in Perinatal Mental Health (PMH-C)

  • Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist- Prenatal (CCTSP)

  • Trained in EMDR by EMDRIA-endorsed program

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS

  • Member of Postpartum Support International

  • Member of American Society of Reproductive Medicine

I work well with clients who:

  • Desire to discover & connect with their true self

  • Ready to start prioritizing their own wellness

  • Are open to trying new skills, tools, & ideas

  • Feel motivated to create change

  • Recognize that therapy isn’t always easy or fun, but are willing to put one foot in front of the other because they’re worth it

Let’s Work Together.