Business Details
Compassionate Mental Health Therapy in San Diego
Julie Trim, PhD combines evidence-based treatment with personalized care to help clients navigate mental health challenges. Founded by Dr. Julie Trim, a clinical director with 15 years of experience in treating eating disorders and trauma, our practice specializes in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR). We serve adults and young adults through individual, couples, and family therapy, emphasizing both the science and art of healing. Our team includes experts like Dr. Mika Brown, who brings cultural humility and advanced training in psychodynamic therapy.We prioritize building trust and connection, offering meal support, skills groups, and trauma-focused interventions. With a commitment to accessibility, we provide virtual sessions and collaborate with dietitians and medical professionals for comprehensive care. Our therapists have contributed to clinical research and directed programs like the UCSD Adult Eating Disorders Program. We believe in maximizing therapeutic progress through in-session work and outside practices tailored to each client's goals. Our approach balances expertise with warmth, ensuring clients feel seen and supported in their journey toward recovery.
Services
Individual Therapy
Couples Therapy
Family Therapy
EMDR Therapy
Cognitive Processing Therapy
Prolonged Exposure Therapy
Eating Disorder Treatment
DBT Skills Groups
Highlights and features
- We offer 15+ years of specialized experience in eating disorder treatment across all care levels.
- Our team includes one of only four DBT-certified therapists in San Diego.
- We integrate evidence-based modalities like EMDR, CPT, and PE for trauma and PTSD.
- We provide virtual sessions and meal support for flexible, real-world application.
- Our clinicians contribute to clinical research and direct innovative treatment programs.
Associations and certifications
- Linehan Board of Certification
What people say
Compassionate and validating
Amazing therapist and human
Saved her life
Stunning therapeutic approach
Exceptional ED expertise
Services
Individual Therapy
Personalized mental health treatment for adults and young adults addressing depression, anxiety, and life challenges. Our therapists blend evidence-based techniques like CBT with client-specific needs to foster self-growth and symptom relief. Sessions focus on maximizing progress through in-session work and practical outside assignments.
EMDR Therapy
Specialized care for trauma survivors using Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing. This evidence-based approach helps clients process traumatic memories and reduce PTSD symptoms. Our clinicians are trained by the Veterans Affairs in complementary treatments like Prolonged Exposure and Cognitive Processing Therapy.
Eating Disorder Treatment
Comprehensive care for disordered eating using evidence-based methods like CBT and DBT. Services include individual therapy, meal support, and food exposures coordinated with dietitians. Our team has 15 years of experience treating eating disorders across residential, outpatient, and virtual settings.
DBT Skills Groups
Weekly groups teaching mindfulness, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness skills. Led by a Linehan-certified therapist, these sessions combine education with practical application. Skills benefit everyone struggling with emotional regulation, not just those with diagnosed disorders.
Cognitive Processing Therapy
Specialized PTSD treatment helping clients reframe negative thoughts related to trauma. Part of our three-pronged approach including EMDR and Prolonged Exposure, this structured therapy addresses trauma's ongoing impact on daily life and relationships.
People
Julie Trim
Founder & Clinical Director
Clinical psychologist with 15+ years treating eating disorders and trauma. Developed UCSD's Adult Eating Disorders Program and directs Well Equipped IOP. DBT-certified by Linehan Board, with expertise in CBT, EMDR, and clinical research.
Mika Brown
Psychological Associate
Specializes in eating disorders, grief, and body image issues. Trained in CBT, DBT, and psychodynamic therapy. Completed fellowship at San Diego Psychoanalytic Center, emphasizing cultural humility and compassionate self-connection in treatment.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer?
We specialize in individual therapy for adults and young adults, with expertise in eating disorders, trauma (EMDR/CPT/PE), DBT skills groups, and emotion dysregulation.
How can I start therapy with your practice?
Contact us via email or phone to schedule a consultation. We'll match you with the right therapist and discuss in-person or virtual session options.
Do you offer virtual therapy sessions?
Yes, we provide virtual sessions for clients in California, combining flexibility with evidence-based treatment approaches.
What makes your eating disorder treatment unique?
Our team has 15+ years of specialized experience, collaborates with medical professionals, and offers meal support alongside evidence-based therapies like CBT and DBT.
Are your therapists certified in specialized treatments?
Dr. Trim is one of four San Diego psychologists certified in DBT by the Linehan Board, with advanced training in trauma treatments like EMDR and PE.
