Julien Alarie, LCMHC, Psychotherapist  in North Carolina

Julien Alarie (he/they)

LCMHC
Accepting Clients

I’m a queer and trans-identified Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and Certified Rehabilitation Counselor practicing in NC.

Psychotherapist in North Carolina

Services
  • Individual
  • Couples
  • Adolescent/Teen

About My Clients

I work with teens (13+) and adults, and I specialize in gender-affirming counseling, sexuality exploration, neurodivergent support (ASD/ADHD), relationship and identity development, and major life or career transitions. I’m also experienced in supporting polyamorous, ethically non-monogamous, and diverse relationship structures, helping clients deepen connection, improve communication, and build emotional resilience.

My Background and Approach

My therapeutic approach is relational, trauma-informed, and deeply affirming. I prioritize intersectionality and recognize that each client’s story is shaped by the unique identities and lived experiences they hold. My goal is to create a space where you feel safe, understood, and empowered to explore what matters most to you. I integrate Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), Person-Centered Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to support emotional processing, self-understanding, and meaningful change. I’ve completed advanced post-graduate training in Emotion-Focused Couples Therapy, including an EFT Externship in 2022.

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

I believe therapy is a collaborative relationship—one where you can show up fully, explore your identity and emotions with honesty, and develop the tools you need to move forward with clarity and confidence. I aim to show up with both compassion and skill, offering evidence-based support that honors your autonomy, strengths, and complexity. I’m an active member of the American Counseling Association (ACA), the Society for Sexual, Affectional, Intersex, and Gender-Expansive Identities (SAIGE), and the American Rehabilitation Counseling Association (ARCA). I’m especially passionate about serving queer, trans, and gender-expansive clients, and I bring cultural humility and deep respect into every therapeutic relationship.

Techniques I Use

Specialties
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) Person-Centered (Rogerian)

Issues I Treat

Specialties
ADHD Therapists
Insurance Plans Accepted
  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
I offer online counseling in the following states:

At A Glance

  • Experience: 4 years of practice
  • Languages: English
  • Rate: $180 - 180/session

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