Julia Larson,

MS, LPC-MH, LAC

WELCOME! I am so happy that you are here.

Whether this is your first-time considering therapy or if you have previously experienced therapy before, I know that reaching out can be a scary step. As both a therapist and a client, I prioritize the therapeutic alliance. I enjoy being able to walk alongside my clients as they learn more about themselves, dig into their emotions and find a purpose for their future.

I have experience working with adults and adolescents in both individual, group and family counseling.

Outside of therapy, I am a wife and mother of 3. Originally from Minnesota, I have lived in South Dakota since 2019. I enjoy spending time with family, baking, reading, crafting and empowering others to find the best versions of themselves.

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just when the caterpillar thought the world was over,

it became a butterfly.

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Treatment Approach

Person Centered

I recognize that each of my clients are uniquely themselves and that no two situations, diagnoses or life experiences are the same. I prefer to meet my clients where they are, as they are, within their current season of life.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Although I do not engage in full DBT Therapy, I often utilize emotional regulation, interpersonal skills and other DBT tools to assist clients in accepting and understanding their difficult emotions.

Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT)

Using CBT skills to help clients recognize the negative or distorted views of self or the world to help build and foster self-love, self-compassion or a more realistic view of the world around them.

Trauma Informed Care

Acknowledging that mental health is intricate and requires an understanding of each client as a whole person, with all of life’s experiences. With training in trauma informed care and trauma informed approaches, such as Trauma Focused CBT, I am able to assist you in working through past or recent traumatic experiences.

Dual Diagnosis

For those who struggle with addiction, recognizing that this is a complex concern that often requires a deeper understanding of the root issues that led to substance use in the first place. Being dually licensed in mental health and addiction helps me to work with clients in seeing the bigger picture.

Strengths Perspective

I often meet clients who enter therapy feeling broken and lost. Coming to see the beauty in growing and changing, while also acknowledging the many strengths you have developed throughout your lifespan is one of my favorite pieces of therapy.