About me
Welcome. My name is Julie Baker and I have been providing therapeutic support for individuals, including adults and children, in Shrewsbury since 2006.
I specialise in two highly effective approaches to mental health; Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and Person-Centred Counselling. Whether you're an adult navigating life's challenges or a parent seeking support for your child's emotional well-being, I can provide tailored therapy to meet your needs.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is a highly effective, evidence-based form of talking therapy designed to help people manage and overcome a wide range of emotional and mental health challenges. The core idea behind CBT is that the way we think (our thoughts), the way we feel (our emotions) and the way we act (our behaviour) are interconnected. Sometimes, negative or unhelpful thoughts can trap us in a cycle of distress, leading to patterns of behaviour that make us feel worse. CBT works to break this cycle by identifying and challenging these unhelpful thoughts and behaviours, and replacing them with healthier, more constructive ones.
Person-Centred Counselling is a compassionate and non-judgmental approach to therapy that focuses on you as the expert in your own life. Person-Centred Counselling emphasises creating a safe, supportive space where you feel heard, understood and valued. At it's core, this approach is based on the belief that everyone has the inner resources to grow, heal and achieve their full potential. My role as therapist is to guide and support you as you explore your feelings, gain insight into your challenges, and find your own way forward.
When working with clients, I often use an Integrative approach that combines CBT and Person-Centred Counselling, as the two therapies complement each other well. Some issues lend themselves more naturally to CBT, while others are better explored through Counselling. By drawing on both approaches, we can tailor the work to your needs and make the most of what each therapy offers.
Taking the first step towards therapy can feel overwhelming, but the initial consultation is designed to be a relaxed and supportive experience. It's an opportunity for us to get to know each other, discuss your concerns, and explore whether therapy could be helpful for you.
Why Choose Me? With two decades of experience working with both adults and children, I bring a compassionate and professional approach to my therapy. I am a Registered Member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and a member of the British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP). I also maintain ongoing training and supervision to ensure the highest standards of care.
If you're ready to explore therapy for yourself or your child, contact me today to arrange an initial consultation and find out if Cognitive Behavioural Therapy or Counselling could help.
Training, qualifications & experience
- BA (Hons) Psychology
- Diploma in the Theory and Practice of Counselling
- Diploma in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy
I have worked in a variety of settings, including a Young Offenders Institution, Residential Care for children with emotional and behavioural difficulties, Social Services working with young people who had been in care, CRUSE Bereavement Care and most recently the NHS.
The experience I have gained in CBT and Counselling means I am able to draw on a wealth of tools and techniques to help you with a wide range of issues. This could include, but is not limited to; depression, anxiety or worries, stress, OCD, phobias, PTSD, panic, bereavement, health related issues, pain management, relationship issues, abuse, self-esteem and self-harm.
I am a registered member of the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP) and a member of the British Association for Behavioural & Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP) and I adhere to their Codes of Professional Conduct and Code of Ethics.
I am fully insured, receive regular supervision and attend regular training as part of my Continued Professional Development which ensures I maintain the highest standards of best practice.
I offer day time appointments in comfortable centrally located venues in Shrewsbury Town Centre.
I hope this brief profile answers any questions you might have. Please contact me for any further information you require and to arrange an appointment. Thank you.
Member organisations
BACP is one of the UK’s leading professional bodies for counselling and psychotherapy with around 60,000 members. The Association has several different categories of membership, including Student Member, Individual Member, Registered Member MBACP, Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Accred) and Senior Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Snr Acccred). Registered and accredited members are listed on the BACP Register, which shows that they have demonstrated BACP’s recommended standards for training, proficiency and ethical practice. The BACP Register was the first register of psychological therapists to be accredited by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA). Accredited and senior accredited membership are voluntary categories for members who choose to undertake a rigorous application and assessment process to demonstrate additional standards around practice, training and supervision. Individual members will have completed an appropriate counselling or psychotherapy course and started to practise, but they won’t appear on the BACP Register until they've demonstrated that they meet the standards for registration. Student members are still in the process of completing their training. All members are bound by the BACP Ethical Framework and a Professional Conduct Procedure.
Accredited register membership
The Accredited Register Scheme was set up in 2013 by the Department of Health (DoH) as a way to recognise organisations that hold voluntary registers which meet certain standards. These standards are set by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA).
This therapist has indicated that they belong to an Accredited Register.
Areas of counselling I deal with
Therapies offered
Fees
£55.00 - £65.00
Additional information
For daytime appointments, between 9am and 5pm, the fee is £55.00 per session, after the initial consultation which is offered at £35.00.
For appointments after 5pm the fee is £45.00 for an initial consultation and £65.00 for subsequent appointments. All appointments from 5pm are online.
Fees are due 48hrs in advance of our appointment. I will provide you with an invoice so that payment can be made by bank transfer.
I offer online therapy via Microsoft Teams.
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