Julie Ruiz Is Proudly Offering Online Therapy in Richmond, St. Clair, East China, Marysville, Troy, Clinton Township, Sterling Heights, and for all Michigan Residents
Compassionate… strategic… committed
Meet Therapist Julie Ruiz, M.A., L.P.C.
What It’s Like to Work with Me:
If we decide to work together, I want you to know from the start: your care is my priority. I am deeply committed to your healing, and I take that responsibility seriously. This isn’t just a job for me; it is a calling.
I intentionally keep a smaller caseload as I believe in giving each person the time, attention, and focus they truly deserve. I take the time to get to know you, remember the details, and work alongside you toward the goals we set together. Our sessions aren’t rushed, and often go beyond the hour depending upon what’s coming up. I want you to feel supported, seen, and truly cared for.
I bring many years of experience, insight, and training into our sessions along with an open mind and a deep respect for your unique perspective and experience. I blend the wisdom that comes with experience with a fresh, relevant approach tailored to what you're navigating right now.
Just as you’re thoughtful about choosing a therapist, I’m also intentional about who I work with. If we’re a good fit, you’ll feel the difference: real connection, trust, meaningful progress, and a therapist who’s genuinely invested in your growth and well-being.
Julie Ruiz's Education Background:
Julie Ruiz obtained her Master in Counseling Degree from Oakland University in 1997. Previous to this, Julie received her Bachelor of Science in Psychology. She graduated Magna Cum Laude with honors from both universities. Julie is committed to continual learning and has completed numerous post graduate trainings and certifications.
Julie has had over 25 years’ experience as a Licensed Professional Counselor serving Michigan residents. Her experience spans multiple settings including encompassing personal counseling, psychotherapy, academics, college teaching, in-patient mental health, business/workforce training, recreational and human services settings. Her background encompasses helping people of diverse backgrounds, age range, religions, and cultures.
Julie’s experience encompasses many client concerns including high functioning anxiety, stress, worry, overthinking, perfectionism, procrastination, analysis paralysis, shame, ADHD, low self-esteem, self-criticism, lack of confidence, relationship stress, depression, career and employment concerns, resume and interview strategies, academic and college concerns, work-life balance, meaning and purpose, personal growth coaching, transitions, improving habits and goal-setting and more.
Julie’s style is caring, calm, understanding, analytical and joyful. She incorporates a holistic, solution focused approach that is both intuitive and logical. Clients find her calming, understanding and non-judgmental, honest, and perceptive. She believes that each individual is unique and beautiful. She has great compassion, respect and high regard for each individual. Julie is passionate about helping individuals find their worth, strengths and gifts, as she sees these factors as keys in empowering people.
Julie encourages expression of a person’s authentic self. She assists individuals to find their own personal power and peace of mind. She believes in an individual’s ability to change their maladaptive thoughts and patterns, solve problems and achieve integration in mind, body and spirit. She believes in helping an individual access their own inner wisdom to heal, overcome challenges, and transcend their situation.
Julie has been a lifelong resident of Michigan and enjoys country living in Southeast Michigan with her husband, family, beloved horses and a menagerie of farm animals. She loves coffee, reading, cooking, music, art, deep conversations, nature, living authentically free, and laughing as much as possible.
License information
MI LPC 6401007035
