Judea Castillo Winter, LCSW, LISW

Judea Castillo Winter brings a humanistic, strength-based perspective to clinical social work, combining a background in psychology with advanced training in social work to support people through difficult transitions and complex challenges. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in psychology before completing a Master of Social Work, experiences that shaped a broad, person-centered approach to helping others. Judea holds professional social work credentials - LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) and LISW (Licensed Independent Social Worker) - and has applied her skills across diverse settings and populations.

Her career includes work with older adults and their families, individuals facing dual diagnosis and substance use disorders, LGBTQ clients, people involved in the forensic system, survivors of domestic violence, veterans, and those experiencing poverty. Judea also addresses concerns such as depression, anxiety, trauma, motivational challenges, and relationship or family difficulties. She draws on a range of clinical methods including client-centered techniques, cognitive behavioral strategies, DBT skills, EMDR for trauma processing, mindfulness practices, motivational interviewing, solution-focused strategies, and trauma-focused therapies to tailor care to each person's needs.

In practice, she emphasizes collaboration and respect for each person’s expertise about their own life. Early sessions can feel challenging as painful issues become more tangible, and Judea aims to create a supportive virtual space with no judgement where people can explore those experiences. She can work either as a team member alongside clients or more as a guide toward self-discovery, with the goal of helping people feel better and envision a clearer, more hopeful path forward.

She appreciates the courage it takes to seek help. As a practical reminder, clients should be residing in Montana, Ohio, or Kentucky to receive services, and scheduling should account for travel so that sessions occur while the client is located within one of those states.