A trauma and relationship therapist lying down with brown hair, smiling, wearing a maroon top and earrings, on a gray textured surface.

I am committed to creating a nonjudgmental therapeutic space where you can connect with your authentic self and focus on your needs. I recognize that many of the issues we face are the result of disconnecting from parts of ourselves in response to negative experiences and oppressive systems.I believe that a positive therapeutic relationship can be empowering and transformative.

 My goal as a trauma and relationship therapist is to create a safe and supportive environment that is sex-positive, LGBTQ+ affirming, and culturally sensitive. I am attuned to the ways that identity, power, and privilege impact our daily experiences and relationships.

Meet Julie Koven, Ph.D.

Trauma and Relationship Therapist in NYC

LGBTQ+ & Nonmonogamy Affirming Therapy

My Approach to Trauma and Relationship Therapy

My approach is integrative, evidence-based, and individualized to meet your personal needs and goals.
The primary modalities I use include:

  • ​Psychodynamic therapy: I help clients gain insight into their past experiences, explore causes of emotional distress, and better understand current patterns in their behaviors and/or relationships.
     

  • Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT): I bring in CBT to help clients develop tools to make lasting changes to their unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors and help improve the way that they are feeling.
     

  • Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT): Are you feeling overwhelmed or unproductive? I use ACT for clients who may benefit from slowing down, clarifying their values, and directing their actions with intention.

If you’re feeling stuck and not getting your needs met, let’s explore what might be getting in the way!

Areas of Specialization

  • Therapy for Sexual Trauma

  • ENM, Poly, & Modern Relationships

  • LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapy

  • Therapy for Anxiety

  • Therapy for OCD

Education & Training

Julie Koven, Ph.D.
Licensed Psychologist
Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology
10+ years of clinical experience

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  • Licensed Psychologist (#025939) in New York

    Licensed Psychologist (#35SI00797200) in New Jersey

  • Doctor of Philosophy in Counseling Psychology (APA Accredited)
    University of Massachusetts Boston, 2021

    Master of Philosophy in Professional Counseling
    University of Pennsylvania, Graduate School of Education, 2015

    Master of Science in Education in Counseling and Mental Health Services
    University of Pennsylvania, Graduate School of Education, 2014

  • Postdoctoral Fellowship, Providence College, Personal Counseling Center
    Postdoctoral training in the treatment of depression, anxiety, substance abuse, sexuality, religious trauma, family conflict, suicide assessment and crisis intervention

    Doctoral Internship, University of New Hampshire, Psychological & Counseling Services
    Advanced doctoral training in evidence-based and solution-focused counseling, including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT)

    Neuropsychological Assessment, University of Massachusetts Boston, UMB-UR-BEST
    Doctoral-level training in the administration of culturally-sensitive and evidence-based cognitive and psychological testing and integrative report writing

    Domestic Violence Sanctuary, Women Against Abuse
    Masters-level training in trauma-informed psychotherapy, career counseling, group counseling, crisis intervention, and assessment for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

  • In addition to clinical practice, I am passionate about teaching psychology and counseling skills to undergraduate and graduate students.

    I have taught courses in Abnormal Psychology, Foundations of Counseling, Group Counseling, Sex and Sexuality in Counseling Practice, Sociocultural Considerations in Counseling, and Psychological Assessment and Diagnosis.

  • My research has focused on positive sexuality development in women, sexual assault prevention, and exploring the nuances of sexual consent.

    Publications:

    • Bonilla, S., Natarajan, M., Koven, J., White, L., & Lamb, S. (2023). The discourse of being ‘triggered’: Uses and meanings among counselling students. Counselling and Psychotherapy Research, 23(2).

    • Lamb, S., Koven, J. (2019). Sexualization of girls: Addressing criticism of the APA report, presenting new evidence. SAGE Open Access, 9(4).

    • Lamb, S., & Koven, J. (2019). Adolescent female desire: Influences on the construction of agency and desire. In T. L. Tylka & N. Piran (Eds.), Handbook of positive body image: Constructs, protective factors, and interventions. New York: Oxford University Press.

No default scripts.
Not trauma-driven choices.
Something intentional.

Start your therapy journey today.

Contact information:

Email juliekovenphd@gmail.com
Call or text 929.489.1160

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