Survey Response: Julie Markowitz, LMSW

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This survey was last updated in April 2019.

Degrees/Licenses Held: MSW NYU 2018, LMSW

Contact Information:
347-443-8695
Markowitz.julie@gmail.com
Website: http://Juliemarkowitztherapy.com/

Number of years in practice helping people with TMS: 3 years [as of 2019]

Number of clients you have seen who have had TMS: 6+

What is your association to the TMS community?
I have been working with Dr. Dan Ratner for 6 years. I also have created a structured TMS recovery program that I have used in a Day Treatment Program.

Have you ever suffered from TMS? If so, how did you recover? (optional)
Yes, most of my life. I had back pain and groin pain. After multiple surgeries, I found Dr. Schubiner’s book. Then eventually, I started working with Dr. Dan Ratner.

What insurance plans do you currently accept? Out of network

Do you have a sliding scale of payment for people who are not covered by insurance? No.

Are you able to conduct sessions over the phone and/or via internet video services (i.e. Skype or FaceTime)? Yes.

What have you done to educate yourself about TMS, and what plans do you have for further education about TMS?
I am still working with Dr. Ratner. I also update myself on Alan Gordon’s recovery program and watch his videos.

What mindbody books do you recommend to your patients? In particular do you recommend Dr. Sarno's books?
I always recommend the Divided Mind. I also recommend Peter Levine’s books. I also recommend Alan Gordon’s videos and recovery program.

As we are going to post your answers on the TMS Wiki, feel free to write some text to introduce yourself.
Hi! I’m Julie. As a long time TMS sufferer who has healed and has helped a number of patients heal from TMS, I am excited to contribute to this forum.

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