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Our Mission
Our mission is to provide compassionate, evidence-based mental health care in a safe and confidential environment. We are committed to supporting individuals and families in improving emotional well-being, strengthening resilience, and navigating life’s challenges with clarity and purpose.
True North Counseling & Wellness is a private agency of professionally trained therapists who hold advanced professional degrees. We adhere to the standards of practice as regulated by state law, and are committed to providing services to children, individuals, couples and families.
Meet the Team
Todd Barlass LMSW, EdS
With over 25 years of experience as a mental health professional in the Blue Water area and beyond, I have supported students, families, and staff through educational challenges, trauma, crisis response, and recovery. I have also presented nationally and supported leaders across the country as they navigate trauma and recovery following school shootings. My background includes public education, substance abuse prevention and treatment, family preservation and reunification, domestic violence support, behavioral threat assessment, crisis prevention, and restorative practices. I look forward to supporting you, your child, or your family as we navigate the challenges impacting your well-being.
Julie Barlass MA LPC
Hello, I’m Julie Barlass, a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 25 years of experience supporting youth, adolescents, and adults through life’s challenges. I believe seeking support is a courageous step toward healing, growth, and self-discovery. My counseling approach is warm, compassionate, and respectful, creating a safe space where you feel seen, heard, and valued. Together, we will build insight, resilience, and hope while developing personalized goals and a treatment plan that supports your journey toward healing and well-being.
Services
Adult Services
Navigate life’s challenges — from work stress and anxiety to relationship hurdles — with compassionate, evidence-based therapy. We provide individuals, couples, and families with the tools they need to heal, grow, and build more fulfilling lives.
Learn more about our services, including Individual Adult Therapy, Couples Counseling, and the mental health needs we support.
Children and Adolescent
Our dedicated therapists help children and adolescents navigate the challenges of growing up with compassionate, age-appropriate support. From ADHD and anxiety to trauma, family conflict, emotional struggles, and behavioral concerns, we work with each child’s unique needs to build healthy coping skills and support every stage of development.
Explore our Child and Adolescent Services to see how we can help your family thrive.
Educational Training & Consulting Services
With experience leading systemic responses to both the Flint Water Crisis and the Oxford High School shooting, I understand that student success begins with safety and belonging. I provide expert training in Restorative Practices and the NASP PREPaRE model to help school districts create supportive, responsive environments where every student has the opportunity to thrive. Until every student can say, “I feel safe and I belong,” there is still important work to do.