Julie A Ali, LCSW
Julie A. Ali is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 30 years of experience in social work and education. She holds advanced degrees from Boston University, Simmons College, and the University of Massachusetts. Julie’s professional background includes roles as a clinician, social emotional counselor, mental health lead, special needs expert, teacher, new teacher coach, and teacher licensure program coordinator.
Julie’s clinical practice combines talk therapy, mindfulness, yoga & meditation principles, psychodynamic modalities, and integrated Islamic therapies when applicable. She is committed to ongoing growth and professional development through additional training to expand her therapeutic approach.
Julie has worked with children, teenagers, and adults facing a variety of mental health concerns, including:
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Mood Disorders
- Psychosis
- School-Related Behavior Management
- Cultural Identity & Adaptation
- Family Conflicts
- Child Abuse & Neglect
- Pandemic-Related Concerns (Isolation, Video Game/Screen Addictions)
Video Game/Screen Addictions) In practice, Julie focuses on creating a compassionate and supportive environment where clients can work through challenges and build resilience. Her goal is to help individuals achieve peace, harmony in relationships, and improved mental well-being through collaborative, individualized care.
Julie is also a mother, grandmother, and board member of Sojourner House Family Shelter in Roxbury, MA. She is an active presenter for the Islamic School League of America (ISLA), contributing her expertise to the broader community.
