What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
“Julia is great, she's very receptive to the things I'm hoping to work on and offers a different perspective which has been helpful for me. I would highly recommend her to someone else.
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More than 1 year ago
“She's incredibly down to earth, and is less concerned with keeping strict boundaries between her and her patients, which I really appreciate. Past therapists have made me feel under a microscope, or I feel like I'm being judged, but I don't feel that in the slightest with Julia. She's able to relate to me, is super kind, judgement free, understanding and supportive, and I feel really safe with her. More than I ever did with any other therapist/counselor.”
More than 1 year ago
About Julia Massay-Donato
Clientele seen
Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Young adults (18-24)
Couples
Adults (25-64)
Families
Treatment approaches
Art Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Attachment-based
Compassion Focused
Coaching
Culturally Sensitive
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Julia Massay-Donato
Hi there, I'm Julia!
Hello, my name is Julia Massay-Donato. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and have been practicing for almost 8 years. I live in upstate New York and love spending time outside with my daughter, husband, and puppy. I come from an Italian background with a large extended family living around me. I have traveled to many countries and studied in Queens, Nebraska, and Colorado. I earned my Master's in Child, Youth and Family Studies from the University of Nebraska–Lincoln and my Bachelor's from the State University of New York, New Paltz.
I feel strongly that all individuals deserve to feel and experience their best selves, no matter what has happened in their lives. We have one life, and I want everyone to feel they can make the most of it. I work to build very strong relationships with my clients to ensure they are receiving the best care they need. I have a lot of experience with many types of populations and can utilize many theories depending on need. I am dedicated and motivated to help you and will work as hard or as long as needed to ensure you feel your best.
My approach
I work primarily from two therapeutic approaches, including attachment-based theory and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). I use attachment theory to better understand you, including your childhood, family relations, and support. I utilize many interventions from CBT to help actually create change. I also have experience working from a trauma-focused perspective and will use different techniques as needed from this theory.
My focus
I believe an ideal client is a person willing to attempt some work, including mental, emotional, and physical changes. I additionally want to encourage my clients to advocate for themselves, especially with me in our sessions. I feel strongly that I can help people work through any concerns that arise; however, in order to do so, I hope for direct communication from my clients.
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Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- University of Nebraska–Lincoln, Master's in Child, Youth and Family Studies
- State University of New York, New Paltz (Bachelor's)
NPI number
1205339322
Patient reviews
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Overall rating
5.00
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Julia is amazing. She makes me feel so valid and heard.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Julia is great, she's very receptive to the things I'm hoping to work on and offers a different perspective which has been helpful for me. I would highly recommend her to someone else.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
She's incredibly down to earth, and is less concerned with keeping strict boundaries between her and her patients, which I really appreciate. Past therapists have made me feel under a microscope, or I feel like I'm being judged, but I don't feel that in the slightest with Julia. She's able to relate to me, is super kind, judgement free, understanding and supportive, and I feel really safe with her. More than I ever did with any other therapist/counselor.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Julia is quite knowledgeable & down to earth. She has been so caring, non-judgmental, & patient with me. I work in the medical field so I am probably am not an easy client! She provides me with great feedback & I feel so wonderful after our sessions. 100% recommend her! Thank you thank you for helping me through this tough time.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Julia is wonderful and incredibly helpful. She is patient, kind and objective. She provides a listening ear, helpful advice and instrumental support. I appreciate that she helps me create weekly goals to help me address and work through my concerns. Julia has helped me tremendously in just a few sessions and I look forward to continuing to work with her.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Julia is wonderful, patient and kind. She listens and offers practical advice and thought perspectives for my various concerns. I appreciate that she helps me set goals and proposes ideas on how I can help solve and work through whatever I am struggling with. Julia has been a tremendous help and I look forward to continuing to work with her!
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Is Julia Massay-Donato accepting new patients?
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What practice does Julia Massay-Donato work with?
Julia Massay-Donato works with Rula Health - New York.
What are common reasons for patients to see Julia Massay-Donato?
Julia Massay-Donato frequently sees patients for Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, Sleep Problems, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Julia Massay-Donato on their profile.
What languages does Julia Massay-Donato speak?
Julia Massay-Donato speaks English.