Meet Julie Mertz, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), at Holistic Wellness and Psychiatry in St. Thomas, USVI

Julie Mertz is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) who has been practicing in the mental health field since 2014. She provides compassionate, evidence-based therapy for adults, teens, couples, and families.

Julie Mertz offers outpatient mental health services at Holistic Wellness and Psychiatry in St. Thomas, USVI, creating a supportive space for clients to explore emotional, relational, and personal challenges.

Julie earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Iowa and a Master’s Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Mount Mercy University. Her academic foundation informs her clinical expertise and holistic approach to care.

Yes. Julie has specialized training in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), trauma-informed yoga, and Iowa-PCIT (Integration of Working Models of Attachment into Parent-Child Interaction Therapy). She was trained by Dr. Beth Troutman, the creator of Iowa-PCIT, at the University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine.

Julie takes a whole-body approach to healing, combining mind, body, and spirit. She integrates mindfulness, yoga, reiki, and psychoeducation to help clients improve self-regulation, manage distress, and develop a deeper understanding of themselves.

Yes. In 2023, Julie completed certification in psychedelic-assisted therapy and currently offers Ketamine-Assisted Therapy as part of her integrative approach to mental health and emotional healing.

Julie Mertz uses evidence-based modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, trauma-informed approaches, and family systems therapy. Her sessions often include psychoeducation to help clients understand how the mind and body interact.

Adults, adolescents, couples, and families seeking support for emotional challenges, trauma recovery, relationship concerns, or stress management can benefit from Julie’s individualized and compassionate care.

Julie believes in treating the whole person rather than focusing only on symptoms. She honors each client’s unique story and aims to help them discover new perspectives, healing opportunities, and sustainable coping skills.

Julie helps clients build emotional resilience through insight, self-awareness, and self-regulation techniques. By integrating both traditional psychotherapy and holistic methods, she empowers individuals to reconnect with their inner strength and achieve lasting balance.

Yes. Julie Mertz, LMFT, is accepting new patients for outpatient mental health services at Holistic Wellness and Psychiatry in St. Thomas, USVI. She welcomes adults, teens, couples, and families seeking compassionate, holistic care.