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Julie Gregory-Bateman, BACP

Credentials: BACP
Experience: 4 years
Practising in: United Kingdom
Languages: English
Sessions: Online only
Client ages: Adults, 18 and over

Works with Stress, Anxiety Trauma and abuse Grief Self esteem Coping with life changes

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Julie Gregory-Bateman uses a client-centred and attachment-focused approach to help people facing stress, anxiety, trauma, grief and low self-esteem. Julie is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and she draws on cognitive behavioural and trauma-focused techniques when they suit the person's needs.

She works at a pace set by the individual and aims to make sessions feel straightforward and manageable. People often come to Julie when life feels overwhelming or when decisions are hard to make.

Background and approach

She offers a calm space to talk through present difficulties and, when helpful, to look back at earlier experiences that may influence current feelings. Conversations might focus on practical coping steps or on understanding recurring patterns in relationships and behaviour. Julie has four years of professional experience and a background in business management across finance, logistics, procurement and hospitality.

That practical experience helps her relate everyday pressures to emotional wellbeing and to think about practical support options alongside therapy. She also has study in dementia care which informs work with ageing and geriatric concerns. Her additional focus areas include attachment issues, avoidant personality traits, cancer-related concerns, commitment and communication problems, control issues, domestic violence, bereavement and hospice and end-of-life counselling.

She also helps people dealing with life purpose, isolation, guilt, shame and financial stress. Julie trained in integrative counselling and psychotherapy and holds a Master of Science degree (Distinction), a diploma in counselling and psychotherapy skills, and an advanced diploma in cognitive behavioural therapy. She is registered with the BACP and carries professional indemnity insurance.

Outside work she supports local community projects and enjoys time outdoors with her dog and family. If someone wants an initial chat to see if Julie might be helpful, they are invited to make contact.

Therapeutic approaches suited to online therapy

Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships shape current feelings and ways of relating. In online sessions this approach helps people notice patterns in relationships and try different ways of connecting that feel safer and more effective.

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening, acceptance and helping people find their own solutions. It is useful for situations such as stress, low mood or when someone needs a steady, non-judgemental space to talk things through.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, offers practical tools to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviours. It is commonly used for anxiety, stress and coping with big life changes and translates well to structured online sessions.

Deciding which approach to use is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the person about goals, preferences and what feels most helpful, and then try methods that fit those priorities. Adjustments can be made as the work progresses so the approach evolves with the client.

Online therapy offers flexibility and easier access to regular support. Video calls let the therapist and client meet face to face when eye contact and visual cues help work together. Phone sessions can be a good option when bandwidth is limited or for shorter check-ins. Live chat and text-based messaging suit people who prefer writing, need to fit sessions into a busy day, or want a quieter format. These options make it easier to keep therapy consistent around work and family commitments.

What issues does Julie focus on?

She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem and coping with life changes, plus related concerns such as isolation, guilt, and bereavement.

What is her therapeutic style?

Julie combines client-centred listening with attachment-based work and cognitive behavioural ideas to offer practical ways to manage feelings and patterns.

How much clinical experience does she have?

Julie has four years of professional experience and a prior career in business management which she draws on in practice.

What credentials and location are listed?

She holds a Master of Science (Distinction), a counselling diploma, an advanced diploma in CBT and is a member of the BACP in the United Kingdom.

Which languages are supported and can she see international clients?

Sessions are offered in English and she is not accepting international clients at this time.

What session formats are available?

Julie offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging as ways to meet online.

How does pricing work?

Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided via a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin if I want to work with her?

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

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Experience: 4 years
Registered with: BACP
Languages: English

Contacting Julie

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Julie Gregory-Bateman, BACP

Background and approach

Therapeutic approaches suited to online therapy

Areas of focus

What this therapist works with

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