Julia Simkus, MA-Level Intern

CAREER COACH

Julia is a MA-level clinical intern from New York University, supervised by Heidi Peveto. Julia has a rich background in mental health counseling, and previously worked in several clinical positions, with a focus on mental health counseling. She has experience as a college counselor providing application guidance to students applying to higher education (bachelor and master-level). She is also a published author, boasting 75+ publications in the field of psychology, and has successfully transferred her writing and narrative skills to help clients with writing effective resume and LinkedIn profiles.

Her clinical work is goal-oriented, compassionate, and deeply caring. She offers concrete solutions and provide practical, action-based support to her clients as they navigate career transitions, identify viable career options, and decide among various vocational paths. Julia brings an empathetic approach to her work as she helps clients uncover their strengths and identify opportunities that align with their unique abilities. Her counseling style has been described as empowering, collaborative, and authentic, offering a blend of goal-oriented action with warmth and support.

Specialties: Career Exploration; Job Search Strategy; Career Transitions; Resume Writing; LinkedIn Profile Optimization; Targeted Interview Preparation