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Julie Donnelly, BACP

Credentials: BACP
Experience: 3 years
Practising in: United Kingdom
Languages: English, French
Sessions: Online only
Client ages: Adults, 18 and over

Works with Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteem Depression Coping with life changes

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Julie Donnelly helps people who are feeling stressed, anxious, low in confidence or facing big life changes. She supports those struggling with relationships, self-esteem, depression and finding purpose. Julie works in English and French and practises in the United Kingdom.

Julie uses an approachable, person-focused style. She listens without judgement and aims to create a steady space to talk through what matters most. Sessions are shaped around each person’s needs and pace rather than a fixed script.

Background and approach

Her background includes three years of professional practice and registration with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, noted as BACP. Julie blends talking therapies so that practical thinking skills sit alongside deeper reflection about life patterns and identity. She draws on cognitive behavioural methods to notice and change unhelpful thinking.

She also uses client-centred ways of working that put the client’s experience at the heart of the session. Elements of psychodynamic and Jungian thinking help uncover recurring themes from family history or past relationships. Julie also uses Internal Family Systems ideas to map different parts of the self when guilt, shame or internal conflict feels overwhelming.

She can help people with autism and Asperger syndrome, communication difficulties, family of origin issues, midlife questions and learning to practise self-love. People who meet Julie can expect practical tools, clear conversation and gentle exploration of personal meaning. She invites a collaborative rhythm so clients leave sessions with small, usable steps to try between meetings.

How Julie’s approaches translate to online therapy

Julie uses client-centred work that focuses on the person’s experience and immediate concerns, helping them feel heard and guiding sessions at their pace. This approach suits people who need space to be listened to and valued while they work through difficult feelings.

She also uses cognitive behavioural therapy, which looks at links between thoughts, feelings and behaviour and teaches practical steps to change unhelpful patterns. CBT is useful for treating anxiety, low mood and stress by offering concrete tools to try between sessions.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Julie will work together with each person to decide which methods feel most helpful, and she adjusts the mix as goals and needs evolve. The collaboration helps to test ideas and refine what works in real life.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to meet. Video calls allow a face-to-face style conversation when visual cues matter. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or for a shorter check-in. Live chat and text-based messaging suit people who prefer writing to speaking or need moment-by-moment support. These options make it simpler to fit therapy around work, family and daily life, while keeping continuity from one session to the next.

What kinds of problems does Julie help with?

She supports people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem and coping with life changes. Additional focuses include autism and Asperger syndrome, communication problems and family of origin issues.

How would she describe her therapy style?

Her style is warm and person-focused. She listens carefully, offers practical thinking tools and explores deeper patterns when helpful.

What experience does she bring?

Julie has three years of professional experience working as a counsellor. She combines short-term practical work with longer reflective approaches.

What credentials and region are associated with Julie?

She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, shown as BACP, and practises in the United Kingdom.

Can sessions be held in languages other than English?

Sessions are offered in English and French.

Are international clients supported?

Julie does not accept international clients at this time.

What formats do sessions take?

She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.

How are fees and first steps arranged?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability and uses a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. To begin, select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire and schedule according to therapist availability.

Areas of focus

What this therapist works with

Most often

Stress, Anxiety
Relationship issues
Self esteem

Also listed

Therapeutic approaches

Experience: 3 years
Registered with: BACP
Languages: English, French

Contacting Julie

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Julie Donnelly, BACP

Background and approach

How Julie’s approaches translate to online therapy

Areas of focus

What this therapist works with

Others working with stress, anxiety