"Josie has a presence that is indescribable. She made me feel safer and more comfortable than I ever have in a therapeutic relationship. Josie's nurturing and holistic practice was truly the catalyst I needed to change my life."
- A.S. (former client)
Josie Munroe, LMFT
She/Her, Cat Lover, HSP Extraordinaire
Why I Do What I Do
Healing from my own eating disorder and traumas changed my life. I deeply know how hopeless it can feel in the thick of it. Being a therapist is an honor, and I’ll hold onto hope for you, even when you can’t. Our world desperately needs more empowered, sensitive humans to join the fight for equality and justice.
Therapy is a Safe Space
In our sessions, you’re free to show up exactly as you are - tears, F-bombs, and all. I offer compassion, curiosity, and the tools to help you heal. Together, we’ll create a path forward that honors your needs, your values, and your voice.
What I Believe
- You are the expert on you.
- Sensitivity is a gift, not a flaw.
- Full recovery is possible.
- Health At Every Size is real.
- You are worthy of love and care, always.
- We can do hard things, and we can heal.
- Black lives matter.
- Science is real.
- Love is love.
- Trans rights are human rights.
- And accepting ourselves just as we are is a great act of courage.
"We can't hate ourselves into a version of ourselves we can love."
- Lori Deschene
My Therapy Style & Approaches
Relational
I'm a human first and therapist second. If it's helpful, I don't mind sharing about myself, but therapy is always about you. I lead with compassion, but once we’ve built rapport, I’m not afraid to call you out on any bullshiz if needed!
Creative
There's no one-size-fits all approach to therapy, so I do my best to tailor our work to your preferences and use my intuition to guide the process. I love incorporating creative techniques and tools to make therapy as unique as you are.
Trauma-Informed
Your nervous system’s responses make sense in the context of your experiences. I approach therapy with deep respect for all of your survival strategies while helping you build the safety and self-trust you need to thrive.
Neuro-Affirming
Our brains and nervous systems function in beautifully diverse ways. That's not a problem - it's a gift. I aim to provide care that honors neurodiversity, validates your experiences, and rejects harmful, pathologizing narratives.
Professional Development
Academic Training
I hold a Masters in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University Los Angeles and was fully trained in EMDR through The Institute of Creative Mindfulness.
Clinical Experience
I've been seeing clients for 15 years and have experience working across multiple levels of care, as well as training new clinicians for improved treatment.
