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Julie Donnelly, BACP

Compassionate counsellor for life changes

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About Julie

Julie Donnelly helps people facing stress, anxiety, relationship strain, low self-esteem, depression and major life changes. She works with concerns such as feeling stuck, loss of direction, guilt and shame, and issues linked to autism and Asperger Syndrome. Julie introduces herself plainly and focuses on practical, compassionate support.

She uses a warm, listening style and treats each person as the expert in their own life. Sessions aim to make sense of what is happening now and to build small, useful steps forward.

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How Julie works

Conversations are calm and down-to-earth rather than clinical or rushed. Julie trained and holds BACP, which stands for British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. She brings three years of experience to her practice and blends several approaches to suit different needs.

That mix helps her move between exploring feelings, looking at patterns, and trying out new ways of thinking and behaving. Her approach draws on client-centred work, cognitive behavioural ideas and psychodynamic and Jungian perspectives, along with Internal Family Systems. That variety lets her adapt to people who want practical strategies or deeper personal exploration.

Julie focuses on helping people notice patterns and make choices that feel more aligned with their values. Sessions are straightforward and collaborative. Julie supports people who want clearer communication, a stronger sense of self-love, help with family of origin issues, or guidance during midlife and other transitions.

The aim is steady progress you can feel in day-to-day life.

Julie lists 5 ways of working on the entry:

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What Julie works with

The areas below are the ones Julie selected when setting up a profile. The first few are listed as the main focus; the rest are also named.

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Training and background

Register BACP
Years in practice 3
Languages English, French
Session format Online: video, phone, live chat or messaging
Country United Kingdom

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Online support options

How Julie’s approaches work online

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and understanding a person’s experience without judgement. It helps people feel heard and supports them to find their own solutions for issues like low self-esteem and life direction. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and behaviour and uses practical exercises to reduce anxiety and manage mood. It is useful for stress, anxious thinking and depressive symptoms.

The right approach is something to discover together. Julie will discuss goals, preferences and what feels most helpful, then tailor sessions accordingly. She often blends listening-led work with practical techniques so people can try things between meetings and adjust the plan as they go.

Online sessions can be held by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging. Video is good for face-to-face conversation, phone can suit shorter check-ins or times of low bandwidth, and messaging works for quick reflections or when typing feels easier. These options make it simpler to fit therapy around work or family commitments and to keep continuity when life gets busy.

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Common questions

What kinds of concerns does Julie focus on?
She helps with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, self-esteem issues, depression and coping with life changes, plus related topics like guilt and shame.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Julie uses a warm, listening style that treats people as experts in their own lives and combines practical steps with emotional exploration.
What is her professional background?
She has three years of clinical experience and works in an integrative way that draws on several therapeutic approaches.
What credentials and location are listed?
Julie holds BACP, which stands for British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and she practises in the United Kingdom.
In which languages are sessions available?
Sessions are offered in English and French.
Which session formats are offered?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How are fees and payments handled?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
What should I do to begin therapy?
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