Julie Hudson

Hello and Welcome. I am an experienced BACP Accredited Counsellor/Psychotherapist, practising since 2003. I work with individuals from 18-70+ covering a variety of situations and circumstances.

My counselling and psychotherapy work has taken place within education, at Bicton College for several years and for many years in a large secondary school in Exeter counselling Students and Staff. I have also worked for Young Devon, counselling young people, and for Sidmouth Help-Link counselling adults.

My work has now developed into Private Practice since 2017 working with a wide variety of Professional Adult Clients for both short term Counselling and longer-term Psychotherapy. I am also a member of Devon Therapeutic Counselling Service, working with employees of The Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service.

All individuals seeking counselling have their own specific needs and I aim to offer you a safe, nurturing, comfortable and caring environment whereby you can express your concerns however big or small and work through any issues that are concerning you in the strictest confidence.

I use an integrative approach which means I blend together theoretical concepts drawn from various Psychological approaches (e.g. CBT, TA, NLP) and Eastern philosophies (e.g. mindfulness) to suit my client’s needs.

Central to my Practise is my aim to ensure my Clients get their needs met, which facilitates them to improve the quality of  their lives.

Getting in touch

The first step can be daunting however I wish to reassure you that I will provide you with a confidential, safe, caring environment conducting my work strictly within the BACP code of ethics.

I am currently offering  Face to Face, Video and Telephone sessions, so if you have any questions about this or you would like to arrange an initial consultation, then I would welcome you to get in touch.

You can  click here to send me an email.

I look forward to hearing from you soon.

I offer an initial consultation at a reduced rate to discuss arrangements . This consultation will also enable us to look at a working agreement, fees and days/times which suit us both and see if we are both comfortable to work together. I can offer concessions according to the circumstances of the individual in the first instance please email, text or call to arrange this.

Testimonials

Julie , I want to express my thanks, you have literally saved my life! I came to you devastated at the death of my brother, working with you over the past 12 months has been amazing. I was so lucky to get you, out of the lottery of therapists! This journey has been eye-opening and the high quality of  service from you  throughout our sessions has completely turned my life around. I feel so much stronger and able to face any further changes. thank you ! (Jack 40 years- March 2023)

Julie "You are one of the kindest professional people I have met, and you have helped me immensely to deal with my grief and other mental health challenges. I am so grateful to you! (Eric  38 yrs Feb 2023)

Thank You Julie! You’ve been amazing and I’ll definitely be in touch if I have anything worrying...But you’ve genuinely changed my life with different perspectives on situations (past & future!) and getting over some issues so very very grateful! (Tom, 32 yrs Jan 2023)

Julie, wanted to say thank you so much for how you have helped my daughter and  what a difference it has made to her. (N  26 yrsJan 2023) 

Julie has been a really good therapist for me working with my anxiety and overcoming so much... ( L 28 yrs) (April 2022)

Julie is a heartfelt ,kind and compassionate Therapist who I have been lucky enough to find! I am grateful! (S 43 yrs.) (Feb 2022)

I have found working with Julie in therapy  to be a gentle,  insightful and very supportive .experience . I am feeling confident I have the tools to move forward (B 25yrs.) (Jan 2021)

You have changed my perception of therapy and have encouraged me , thank you! (K 26 yrs) (Sept 2020)

" I was nervous about counselling and it took a lot of courage to ask. It was the best decision I made, it has helped me feel 'whole ' again. Julie is an Experienced Professional who is warm and welcoming , she made it very comfortable for me and I learnt a lot about myself. Thank you for all your support Julie. " ( F.38yrs) (  May 2020)

"Julie's peaceful haven has allowed me to have time to process some issues I was finding hard to deal with. I felt safe, comfortable and was able to learn a lot in a short period of time. " (D 58 yrs) (March 2020)

"Julie has been alongside me during my struggles over the past months, she has helped me clarify, understand and move forward at my own pace with my life. Julie is diligent and attentive, I found her to be a warm welcoming , committed Skilled professional who has helped me a lot, thank you Julie ! (B 72) (March 2020)

"thank you Julie, you have helped me so much more than I thought possible, I feel really well equipped for the next stage of my life, thank you. i found you really relatable and at the same time just a really professional nice person " (J 33) (Jan 2020)

"Julie is the most supportive, understanding and caring woman I have met. She takes a professional approach to her job, whilst instantly making you feel at ease, feel safe and like you have someone to talk to that will listen. Julie goes above and beyond to help you, and unlike other counsellors I have been seen by, she has amazing results. (C 28yrs) (July 2019)

"Julie Hudson is a compassionate, creative, sensitive, very experienced Counsellor and I would thoroughly recommend her. She brings warmth, empathy and humour. She is passionate about what she does, which impacts her relationships and makes people feel really valued.. Julie is highly professional and committed to supporting her clients, whilst maintaining very clear boundaries. (L 55yrs) (October 2018)

I saw Julie for a few years when I was in high school and struggling with home life and the acceptance of a medical condition in which I suffer. She helped me through the darkest times of my life.(K 19Yrs) (2018)

I will always remember one thing she said to me, and I still live by this. "Find three things a day that make your heart sing" For me, she is one of those things. Thank you Julie for everything you have done for me, and many others." (R 22yrs) (2018)

"I just wanted to say.......Thank you Julie. Not only have you been an amazing support to many students but also to colleagues. Always understanding and never judging. Full of encouragement to make us feel positive in what ever direction we may be heading. Without a shadow of a doubt I would not hesitate in recommending you Julie." (2017)

"Julie helped me open up about my past, present and helped me deal with those emotions and overcome them, she was always kind hearted, warm and welcoming ...we also spoke about myself, how I felt, as I was still only young but aware of my sexuality we touched basis a few times about that as well, she made me feel it was okay, it wasn't wrong to be who I am, it took time but once I came to except who I was, I owe it to Julie for starting that acceptance of myself so thank you. Thank you for being there" (J 24) (2017)

"Julie was my counsellor for most of my years in secondary school. She doesn't tell you how to react or behave or tell you whether your dealing with something in a right or wrong way she helps you to deal with it YOUR way without causing any emotional or physical hurt to not only yourself but to the people around you. Not only did she help me to deal with underlying issues and move on from them, she also become someone I would class as a friend, myself, my family and friends of mine that also had her help are very grateful for everything she has done." S 20) yrs (2017)