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Julie Gates, BACP

Credentials: BACP
Experience: 5 years
Practising in: United Kingdom
Languages: English
Sessions: Online only
Client ages: Adults, 18 and over

Works with Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsSelf esteem Depression

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Julie Gates uses a client-centred approach to create a calm, supportive space for people to talk through problems. She is based in the United Kingdom and brings five years of professional experience to her counselling. Julie holds BACP accreditation, which is shown as BACP in her credentials.

Julie often helps with stress, anxiety and low mood. She also supports people managing relationship concerns, family-related pressures, parenting strain, grief, trauma and abuse, and issues around self-esteem and intimacy.

Background and approach

Practical matters such as eating and sleeping difficulties, ADHD and coping with life changes are also included in her work. Her style is gently exploratory. Sessions invite people to describe what matters most to them and to notice patterns that might be keeping them stuck.

Julie emphasises the relationship in the room and uses listening, reflective questions and simple exercises to help people make small changes. Julie trained in psychodynamic and person-centred approaches and also uses solution-focused techniques to set clear goals and track progress. That mix means she can look at underlying feelings while also working on practical steps for day-to-day life.

People can expect a calm, non-judgemental tone and straightforward techniques such as mindfulness or creative strategies when helpful. Julie aims to support and empower people as they work toward clearer thinking, better coping and more satisfying relationships.

How Julie’s approaches work online

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on the person in front of the counsellor. The counsellor listens closely, reflects back what is heard and helps people find their own answers. This approach is helpful for stress, low self-esteem and relationship concerns.

Psychodynamic Therapy looks at patterns that repeat in feelings and relationships. It helps people understand where difficult feelings come from and how past experiences affect present choices. That can be useful for trauma, grief and long-standing anxiety.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Julie will discuss the options with each person and choose methods based on needs, goals and preferences. This is a collaborative process where the person and counsellor check in and adjust as progress is made.

Online sessions offer practical flexibility. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation across distances. Phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited or a screen-free option is preferred. Live chat and text-based messaging suit short check-ins, brief reflections or when someone wants to write rather than talk. These formats make it easier to fit counselling around work, family and travel commitments while maintaining continuity of care with registered or accredited professionals.

What kinds of concerns does Julie help with?

She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family pressures, self-esteem, grief, trauma, intimacy issues and related concerns such as eating and sleeping problems.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Her style is client-centred and gentle, combining psychodynamic reflection with solution-focused ideas to set goals and try practical steps.

What is Julie's background and experience?

Julie has five years of professional experience and focuses on helping people with emotional and interpersonal difficulties.

What credentials and location are listed for this counsellor?

She is listed with BACP and practises from the United Kingdom.

Which languages are used in sessions and can people abroad take part?

Sessions are offered in English and Julie accepts international clients.

What session formats are available?

Work can be arranged via video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different needs.

How are sessions charged?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

How does someone begin working with Julie?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

Areas of focus

What this therapist works with

Most often

Stress, Anxiety
Relationship issues
Family conflicts

Also listed

Therapeutic approaches

Experience: 5 years
Registered with: BACP
Languages: English

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Julie Gates, BACP

Background and approach

How Julie’s approaches work online

Areas of focus

What this therapist works with

Others working with stress, anxiety