HOPE
​Contact Julie Berger at: 772-233-7744
52 Perennial Drive
Cashiers, North Carolina 28717
BergerArise@aol.com​
Arise
Recovery
Consultants
Arise Recovery Consultants is owned by Julie Berger. Julie believes in a holistic approach to helping her clients find solutions to their problems. Whether they are struggling with addictions, divorce, health problems, career changes, parenting issues, grief and loss, poor coping skills, anxiety, interpersonal conflicts, retirement adjustment, caregivers stress, or other life challenges, Julie can offer a safe and loving atmosphere for them to process their thoughts and feelings. Together, Julie and her clients can discover healthy solutions to these problems. She considers how these issues are affecting her clients mentally, emotionally, physically and spiritually. Her goal is to help each individual overcome whatever challenges are blocking them from achieving a happy, fulfilling life.
Julie respects each clients religious and spiritual beliefs and offers whatever help they may need in engaging the added support of their spiritual community if requested. She is also willing to consult with medical professionals at no additional charge when needed. She respects whatever information other professionals may be able to offer in order to best serve the needs of her clients. Though her 25 years of counseling experience has given Julie many approaches to use in addressing an individuals problems, she is always open to learning new ways to help her clients overcome their problems and achieve their goals.
Our Philosophy and Clientele
Julie Berger, MA, PC Background and Experience
Julie Berger has a B.S. in Business, with a Minor in Human Resources Management. She has a Masters in Psychology and has been an Ordained Minister for over 10 years. She practiced as the owner and Clinical Director of a state licensed Out Patient Substance Abuse treatment center in Orlando, Florida for over 15 years. Prior to this she worked as a staff counselor at Parkside Lodge of Orlando, Metropolitan Alcoholism Council and Orlando General Hospital. Since 2005, she has been practicing as a Pastoral Counselor and Life Coach which has allowed her to serve a variety of clients with a wider array of personal and professional challenges. Pastoral Counseling has allowed her to address spiritual issues without any conflicts arising from State contracts that prohibit such discussions. She is now able to treat her clients from a holistic perspective: Mind, Body and Spirit.
In addition to her work as a counselor, Julie has also served as an officer in the US Army. She has provided extensive services to veterans throughout her career. She is the author of an anecdotal autobiography: "Mischief, Miracles, Motherhood & Menopause". She produced 2 music CDs while performing as the lead singer with Christill, a spiritual folk-rock band, while living in Orlando, Florida. Currently, she is the co-owner of 2 art galleries in Cashiers, North Carolina: Mountain Mist Gallery and Cashiers Hillside Artisits.
Julie is happily married to David Berger, an accomplished oil painter and co-owner of their art galleries. David also teaches oil painting classes in his newly opened art studio. Together they have raised 3 daughters and love being grandparents to their 7 yr. old granddaughter. Both Julie and David are active in their church and local recovery community. "I just want to help people have happier, healthier lives....they deserve that. It's what God wants for us."
Julie is very open about her life and all the many challenges she has overcome. She knows with the right support system, people can achieve goals far beyond what they might believe is possible. Arise Recovery Consultants has opened its doors to be an integral part of that support system. Call Julie and see if she can help you achieve a happier life. You don't have to be alone while facing life's challenges. Call Julie today.
