Speaking Engagements with Julia Tsakalis

About Julia

Julia has dedicated her career to providing trauma-informed therapy using Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Brainspotting. Specializing in helping teenagers and adults navigate trauma, family conflicts, grief, and anxiety, she creates a space where you can be honest about your feelings. Her goal is to help you build a life enriched by your experiences and to empower you to become your own leader.

Speaking Topics

For Teens:

• I Got Into College, Now What?: Navigating the next steps after college acceptance.

• How to Determine Your Emotional Readiness for College: Assessing whether you are prepared for the emotional challenges of college life.

• Alternative Options to Formal College: Exploring different paths beyond traditional college education.

• When to Take a Gap Year: Understanding the benefits and considerations of taking a gap year.

• Alleviating Stress and Anxiety: Practical strategies for managing stress and anxiety.

• Time Management: Techniques for balancing academic, social, and personal responsibilities.

• Connecting with Others: Building meaningful relationships and effective communication skills.

For Parents:

• College Prep for Parents: Preparing your teenager (and yourself) for the transition to college.

• How to Determine Your Teen’s Emotional Readiness for College: Recognize the signs of emotional readiness and how to support your teen.

• Alternative Options to Formal College: Understanding and supporting alternative educational paths.

• When to Take a Gap Year: Evaluating if a gap year is right for your teen.

For General Audiences:

• Trauma-Informed Therapy: An introduction to trauma-informed therapeutic practices and their benefits.

For BUSINESSES:

• Mental Health in the workplace

• Employee Self Care

*Have another topic in mind for your community? Let’s connect and see if it’s a fit!