Blue Mist Psychotherapy is a compassionate practice dedicated to helping individuals recover from trauma by addressing the physical, emotional, and mental aspects of their experiences.
Our priority is to facilitate profound transformation through deep work.
We understand that trauma often stops us from acting in ways that match our intentions, and it affects those around us.
We don’t just treat symptoms; we focus on tackling the root causes.
About Blue Mist Psychotherapy:
A place for profound transformation.
Meet the Therapist Behind Blue Mist:
I’m Julissa - I’m your therapist & Founder of Blue Mist Psychotherapy.
My story started in a small community in Panama, where I was born and raised. The second part of my story began when I moved to the U.S. as a teenager. From there, I learned to navigate a new country and, eventually, life as a military spouse.
Today, my story grounds me in navigating the spaces in between, embracing duality, and adjusting to constant change.
After my husband retired from active duty, a new chapter began. This time, it was the birth of Blue Mist Psychotherapy—a space for profound transformation.
My Journey to Become a Therapist
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in North Carolina & Alaska. I earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Methodist University in 2014 & a Master of Social Work in 2018 from The University of Texas at El Paso.
I’m an EMDRIA Certified Therapist™. I’m trained in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, currently working on certification, and Natural Processing (somatic).
I previously worked as a hairstylist, where I realized I wanted to pursue a career in mental health. I entered the mental health field immediately after earning my bachelor’s degree in 2014.
Earlier in my career in the mental health field, I worked with clients suffering from chronic and persistent mental illnesses. I then worked as a therapist in inpatient mental health hospitals and later in outpatient mental health agencies, primarily serving military, veterans, and their family members.
Outside the Therapy Room
I enjoy exploring this wonderful world with my family. I am married to an Army Veteran, and we have three lovely children and our furry “golden (Retriever) child.”
I love connecting with people, having deep conversations, learning from others, and laughing out loud.
I love spending time outdoors, whether it's in the mountains or at the beach, biking, hiking, off-roading, or just relaxing outside.
I am intentional about taking care of myself so I can better support others.
My Clinical Approach
I utilize somatically-based process-oriented therapy to support trauma recovery.
My primary modalities include:
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR),
Natural Processing (somatic), and
Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFCT).
We target the roots of feeling stuck, overwhelmed, and disconnected.
Education & Training
Certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy ( EFCT)
Natural Processing (Somatic)
Perinatal Mental Health & Perinatal Loss from Postpartum Support International
Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Methodist University, 2014
Master of Social Work from The University of Texas at El Paso, 2018