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Meet Julie Koven, Ph.D.

Therapy for Trauma and Relationships in NYC

LGBTQ+ & Nonmonogamy Affirming Therapy

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 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.

My Approach

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!

Specializing in…

Trauma

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Grief

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Life Transitions

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Education & Training

  • Licensed Psychologist (#025939) in New York

    Licensed Psychologist (#35SI00797200) in New Jersey

  • Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology, University of Massachusetts Boston, 2021

    Masters in Professional Counseling, University of Pennsylvania, 2015

    Masters in Mental Health Counseling, University of Pennsylvania, 2014

  • Postdoctoral Fellowship, Providence College Personal Counseling Center

    Doctoral Internship, Univ. of New Hampshire Psychological & Counseling Services

    ​I have additional clinical training experiences in counseling, psychological assessment, and crisis intervention in college settings and centers for victims and survivors of sexual trauma, including Women Against Abuse and RAINN.

  • 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, and Sociocultural Considerations in Counseling.

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

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Get in touch

I’m here to help you grow.

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