Julie Carlisle

Hi, my name is Julie and I am a qualified counsellor.

I am originally trained in Person Centred Therapy, but use an integrative approach to counselling. This simply means that I will draw on my 15 years of training and experience of various approaches, to cater to your needs and ensure that you get the individual, specialised care that most suits you.

I am specifically trained in the treatment of Clinical Anxiety (CCATP), and  Complex Trauma Informed work, which equips me to support clients struggling in these areas.

I offer my counselling services to adults of all ages and young people 14+. I work with many neurodiverse clients. Neurodiversity is an area I am experienced in both personally and professionally and so I can adapt our work to best suit each neurodiverse need.

I am a registered member of the British Association for Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP), and I work within their extensive ethical framework.

I am passionate about working alongside people and being able to support them through difficult or distressing periods in their lives. As a counsellor, I count it a privilege that this is exactly what I get to do!

What is 'Counselling' and how can it help?
Counselling is a talking therapy that gives you the space to talk through personal difficulties, thoughts and feelings, in a confidential, non-judgemental environment.
Some of the more common issues that people may bring to counselling include anxiety/worry, relationship issues, bereavement, depression, abuse, unresolved anger and anger management. These are just a few among many issues that clients have brought to me over the years.

Through my time as a counsellor, I have been invited into the world of many clients, each truly amazing and unique in their own way. I have shared with them in their deepest darkest of places, and celebrated with them in their joys and triumphs.
As a person centred counsellor, I believe that recognising the value in each client and offering them an environment free from judgement or opinion, is a truly freeing environment that makes it easier to talk openly and honestly. This freedom so often releases a fresh sense of perspective and a feeling of strength in their own ability to work, and grow through difficult experiences.

Client Reviews

‘Access to Julie’s counselling service has changed my perspective on myself significantly. I feel in control of my life and my future for the first time, and I now feel confidence in myself and my decisions. Julie is incredibly knowledgable, these counselling sessions have been fundamental to understanding myself and moving forward with my life.’

’I was going through a very tough place mentally when I contacted Julie. I was a bit sceptical at first as I have never tried counselling or asked for help before. Julie has helped me to become a better version of myself, helped me gain further support where needed and has definitely assisted in me changing my outlook on life. I would recommend Julie to everyone if you’re going through something major or something smaller in life, she is very easy to talk to, non judgemental, and genuinely cares.’

’I like talking to Julie about my problems. In our sessions we have fun whilst talking about important things that are bothering me’ Aged 10

’Julie has been key in helping my 10 yr old understand anxiety and anger, providing strategies to deal with these issues. As a parent, I am relieved that my child actually wants to talk, open up and share with Julie, and looks forward to the sessions. She finds Julie approachable, the activities through arts, crafts and play enjoyable and Julie has built a great relationship with her, encouraging openness.’

‘Without Julie’s help, I wouldn’t be in the frame of mind I’m in right now. She certainly knows how to bring someone from a very dark place back into a happy place, by this I mean that her understanding of people’s problems is second to none, and she gave me the help and advice to be able to move on with my life, in a very compassionate and understanding way.’

’The prospect of counselling was daunting and uncomfortable for me, but Julie made me feel comfortable, with no judgment. Feeling able to speak freely was very important to me.’

I offer an initial FREE 20 minute consultation.
This can give us both an idea of how we may work together, and whether counselling feels right for you at this time.
Should you feel comfortable and ready to work together at this point, our following sessions will last for 1 hour (or 50 minutes for adolescents) and cost £50.
I do offer concessionary rate for students, charging £45 per hour