- Anxiety and stress
- Relationship issues
- Practical exercises
About Julie-Ann
Julie-Ann Huggins is a BACP counsellor in the United Kingdom with five years' experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, career concerns and a wide range of life difficulties. She also lists support for grief, addiction, ADHD and intimacy-related issues among her areas of practice.
Her approach is interactive and practical. Sessions focus on what is happening now and on finding ways to respond differently. She uses conversation and practical exercises to help people notice patterns, try new behaviours and build small skills that fit into daily life.
Julie-Ann draws on several evidence-informed methods, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy and Client-Centred Therapy. She blends these to match what an individual brings to sessions rather than using a single fixed method.
She describes her work as coaching and counselling combined, aiming to increase understanding of how someone affects their environment and relationships. That can include looking at communication, boundaries, motivation and coping with loss or life change.
Julie-Ann offers a conversational style that encourages practical problem solving. People who prefer clear, step-by-step ideas and occasional exercises may find this approach helpful. International clients may be supported in English, and session details are confirmed during the sign-up process.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on noticing thoughts and values, then taking small committed steps toward what matters. It helps with anxiety, low mood and situations that keep someone stuck. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and behaviours and uses practical exercises to change unhelpful patterns; it is commonly used for anxiety and stress. Attachment-Based Therapy pays attention to relationship patterns and how early connections affect current responses, which can help with relationship difficulties and intimacy-related concerns.Finding the best approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss options and try approaches together, adjusting based on the client’s goals and what feels useful. That collaborative process helps focus sessions on practical changes and clearer ways of relating to problems.
The original biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm the available online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. They also let people try talking without leaving familiar surroundings, use shared worksheets in session and follow up with agreed actions between appointments. Registered or accredited professionals can adapt exercises so they work well across remote appointments.
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Experience
5+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she commonly work with?
She lists stress, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, career matters, addictions, grief and several other life difficulties.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is interactive and conversation-led, with practical exercises and coaching elements to test new ways of coping.
How much experience does she have?
She has five years of professional experience working as a counsellor and coach.
What professional credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is registered with BACP and works from the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current online and in-person options before booking.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.