About Julia Leavitt, LCSW

My name is Julia Leavitt, and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and therapist based in Los Angeles, California. I partner with adults of all ages through reproductive health journeys, grief, chronic illness, and life's biggest transitions; and help them feel seen, supported, and equipped to move forward.

Seeking Support

If you've found yourself on my website, it's likely you're navigating a fertility journey, a difficult diagnosis, grief, or another major life transition, and are looking for support as you find your way through it. I want to applaud you for taking the brave step of reaching out.

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    Young female cancer patient smiling at her phone in bed.

    My Approach

    For almost two decades I have supported individuals and their support systems navigate the distress and challenges of a cancer diagnosis or major life transition, both in hospital and outpatient clinic settings. First and foremost, I view therapy as a partnership. I endeavor to meet my clients where they are and provide a safe environment for them to process their emotions as they embark on their unique path of self-discovery.

    My Specialties

    Though I specialize in working with people facing cancer, I have extensive experience working on issues of:

    • Self-esteem
    • Anxiety
    • Depression
    • Anticipatory Grief
    • Bereavement
    • Women's Health
    • Reproductive Health

    If you’ve found yourself confronted by any of these challenges, I’d love to hear from you to see if I might be the right fit.

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    Values

    Building a Partnership

    My practice is guided by these values to create a safe space for my clients to share their fears in a time of crisis.

    Advocacy

    Confidentiality

    Trust

    It's Nice to Meet You

    My Experience

    My career has helped me develop a unique skillset that I believe best serves clients seeking longer-term therapy.

    It's Nice to Meet You

    My Experience

    My career has helped me develop a unique skillset that I believe best serves clients seeking longer-term therapy.

    After completing my master’s in social work at New York University, I began my career in a large hospital in the heart of New York City providing support to children with cancer and their families. During my time in NYC, I also received a Post Masters Certificate from NYU in End-of-Life Care and Bereavement. 
    In the fall of 2016, I ventured West, where I joined the talented team of psychotherapists at Cedars-Sinai’s Samuel Oschin Cancer Center. There, I provided therapy to children and adults with cancer, and it was during this time that I became a Board-Certified Oncology Social Worker. I also explored the often-under-discussed subject of oncofertilty, participating in the Enriching Communication Skills for Health Professionals in Oncofertility (ECHO) Program. 
    In 2019, I joined UCLA Health, creating a robust support program for adolescents and young adults with cancer, consisting of monthly support groups, individual therapy, oncofertility counseling, patient and provider education.
    In addition to my private practice, I continue to run young adult cancer support groups through Cancer Support Community Los Angeles, as well as present at National Oncology conferences.
    In the Spotlight

    My Featured Articles

    Explore some of my recent features and insights on navigating a cancer diagnosis and life's other big transitions.

    Cancer Today

    My child wants to continue attending high school while he goes through treatment. How can I help him manage doing both?