- Person-centred approach
- Trauma and abuse
- Stress and anger
About Julie
Julie Lea is a BACP counsellor in the United Kingdom with ten years of experience. She works with people struggling with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, self-esteem and related concerns. Her way of working is guided by the client's wishes and feelings throughout sessions.
She uses a person-centred approach, which means the client leads the pace and topics. Julie listens and reflects rather than directing the conversation. That helps people feel heard while they consider practical next steps.
Julie has worked in residential settings, schools and charity services. Those environments shaped how she supports people dealing with trauma, self-harm, eating difficulties and low confidence. She also assists with relationship strain, grief, ADHD and challenges around parenting and caregiving.
In sessions she aims to be honest and straightforward. Conversations focus on building simple strategies and small steps that can make everyday life easier. She pays attention to how clients describe their problems and adapts the way she talks to suit them.
Julie is a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, listed as BACP. She works under UK law and provides counselling in English. To begin, people use the site sign-up flow to complete a short matching questionnaire and arrange a first session.
How Julie uses person-centred counselling online
Julie primarily uses a person-centred approach, which means she follows what matters most to the client and responds with careful listening and reflection. This approach suits issues like anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship worries and the effects of trauma because it focuses on the client's own experience and priorities.The therapeutic process is collaborative. Julie works with clients to decide which ways of working fit best. She will discuss goals, try different conversation styles, and adjust pace and focus according to what the client finds helpful.
Practical benefits of working online can be easier scheduling and fitting sessions into a busy life. Online work can reduce travel time and make it simpler to attend regular meetings around work, school or caring responsibilities. The site sign-up flow asks clients to complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session, so people can check the session arrangements and confirm the formats available before they book.
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Experience
10+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Julie work with?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, low self-esteem, addictions and related concerns listed on her profile.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Julie practises person-centred counselling, which keeps the client's wishes and feelings central and uses listening and reflection rather than directives.
How much experience does she have?
Julie has around ten years of experience working in residential settings, schools and charity services.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and is based in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Costs vary with location; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.