Meet the Team
All the people (and pets!) behind JEM Counseling
Julie Martin (she/her)
Founder & Psychotherapist
Julie loves coffee, listening to soul music, and getting lost in a good book. But more than anything, she's passionate about mental health. Julie started JEM Counseling because she truly believes in the power of therapy to change lives—and because her dad once told her, “If you do something you love, you’ll never work a day in your life.” and that stuck with her...
Becoming a therapist allowed her to combine what she loves with how she wants to show up in the world: with empathy, curiosity, and care. As the founder and lead therapist at JEM (yep, the only therapist on board for now!), she feels honored every day to walk alongside people on their journeys toward healing and self-discovery. This work means everything to her, and she's so grateful to be doing it.
EJ Sablay (she/her)
Tech + Admin Lead
EJ is the powerhouse behind the scenes at JEM Counseling, serving as our Tech and Admin Lead (and yes, our one-woman IT and operations department!), With a love for photography, scary movies, and baking the perfect sourdough loaf, EJ brings creativity, precision, and heart to everything she does.
She is incredibly talented and endlessly resourceful, keeping our systems running smoothly and our team supported every step of the way. More than that, EJ has been JEM Counseling's biggest cheerleader since day one - her encouragement and unwavering support have played a huge role in making this dream a reality. We truly wouldn't be here without her. She's absolutely amazing, and we are beyond lucky to have her!
Mr. Whiskers (he/him)
Emotional Support
Mr. Whiskers, or “Mister” for short, is one of our beloved resident emotional support cats here at JEM Counseling. Fluffy, talkative, and extremely food-motivated, Mister brings a special kind of comfort (and chaos) to our space. While he’s not the biggest fan of being held, he somehow knows when we’re having a rough day—and in those moments, he’ll graciously tolerate a cuddle or two.
Silly, sassy, and full of personality, Mister reminds us daily of the healing power of a soft paw, a well-timed meow, and unconditional presence. We wouldn’t change a thing about him.
Bailey (she/her)
Emotional Support
Bailey is our quiet, soft-hearted emotional support cat at JEM Counseling. Sometimes shy and often found tucked under the couch, Bailey is full of love and always nearby in her own peaceful way. She’s a pro at modeling boundaries and reminds us how important it is to ask for what you need, when you need it.
While she may prefer affection from a distance, Bailey loves cuddles on her terms, basking in sunny spots, and playing hide-and-seek with Mister. If you’re joining us for a telehealth session, don’t be surprised if you spot a fluffy tail making a surprise cameo—Bailey’s subtle but ever-present support is part of what makes our space feel like home.
