Trauma-Informed Therapy from the comfort of your own home.

Trauma and grief therapy in Virginia Beach. Somatic, narrative, family therapy.

Trauma-Informed Therapy in Virginia

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Julie Smead, LPC.

Here to Walk With You  

Healing can feel overwhelming—but you don’t have to do it alone. As a therapist, my role is to walk alongside you—to support and guide you as you reconnect with your own strength, wisdom, and resilience.

I specialize in working with teens, adults, couples, and families navigating the lasting effects of trauma, anxiety, grief, and relational struggles. My approach is rooted in trauma-informed care, integrating family systems work, somatic therapy, and practical tools to support deep, lasting healing—mind and body. Whether we’re processing painful past experiences, addressing patterns in relationships, or helping you feel more present and grounded, I offer a space where healing can unfold at your pace.

Outside of the therapy room, I’m a mom to four kids and have been married for over 20 years—so I understand the real-life challenges, beauty, and complexity that come with relationships, parenting, and holding it all together.

Wherever you are in your journey, you’re not alone—and it would be an honor to walk with you toward healing and wholeness.

Expert Care ready to Help

Anxiety

Discover body-based tools and proven strategies to reduce anxiety, relieve stress, and restore a sense of calm and safety in your daily life.

Depression

You take the first step toward understanding and overcoming depression—with compassionate, personalized support guiding your journey.

Trauma

Find relief and overcome trauma through expert, holistic care for your mind and body.

Grief

Grief is a deeply personal journey—and it doesn’t follow a timeline. Whether you’re coping with the death of a loved one, a divorce, miscarriage, or another life loss, your pain is real and deserves space to be felt and honored.

Chronic Pain

Chronic pain often holds hidden stress and trauma. Somatic therapy helps you safely reconnect with your body, release tension, and calm your nervous system—leading to lasting relief and healing.

Relationships

Supporting couples and families to build stronger connections, heal together, and navigate life’s challenges with compassion.

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Transforming mental healthcare

You deserve care that sees the whole you—not just your symptoms. At Restore Counseling, we offer a different kind of support—one that honors your story, listens to the wisdom of your body, and gives you practical tools you can use in your everyday life.

This approach goes beyond just talking. We gently explore the impact of past experiences while helping you feel more present and steady in the here and now. We bring in body-based practices to calm your nervous system, reduce overwhelm, and reconnect you with your inner resilience. Whether you’re navigating trauma, anxiety, grief, or relational struggles, therapy becomes a space to heal deeply—not just feel better in the moment, but create real, lasting change.

Healing isn’t about fixing what’s broken—it’s about reclaiming your strength and building a life that feels more connected, grounded, and true to you.

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A personalized approach

At Restore Counseling, you’re not just another name on a schedule—you’re a whole person with a unique story. You’ll have direct access to your therapist and a personalized path to healing that’s tailored to your needs, goals, and pace. From the very first session, we’ll work together to create a space that feels safe, supportive, and truly yours.

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