Julie Knowles
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About me
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Hello, my name is Julie and I'm a Neurodivergent Counsellor. I specialise in ADHD, Autism (including previous Asperger's), PDA, late diagnosis or undiagnosed.
I am an accredited member of the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Service.
I have personal and professional experience as I belong to a neurodivergent family and was late diagnosed myself. I understand the struggles of being a square peg trying to fit into a round hole!
I am a founding director and counsellor at The Counselling and Therapy Hub.
I am genuine, empathic, respectful and provide a confidential space for you to be yourself.
I mostly work online at flexible times to suit you.
I work creatively for people who process things visually.
I can integrate coaching skills, mindfulness, and practical skills into my counselling for a unique experience centred around your needs.
I offer a free 20 minute consultation where you can learn more about me.
Sessions can be weekly, fortnightly or monthly (or something else that works for you).
Cost £80 per session.
Sessions include a 50 minute consultation with myself plus appointment reminders, any external links or resources and invoices (if needed).
I am insured, DBS checked, access regular supervision, partake in regular training and follow a strict code of ethics as set out by the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Service.
Any questions, please contact me.
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Training, qualifications & experience
Qualified integrative counsellor with a person-centred foundation. This means I am trained in more than one method of counselling which is always client-led and client-focused.
- Neurodivergent counsellor
- Completed training with NHS specialist Autism service
- Lifetime of experience in Autism, Dyslexia, ADHD, Pathological Demand Avoidance, Asperger's, Dyspraxia.
- Tons of professional training in Autism, ADHD, and PDA (too many to mention). ADHD is my special interest been studying and advocating for over 15 years.
- Completed CRUSE Bereavement training.
- Suicide Awareness training.
- Level 1 and 2 (level 3 soon) Emotional Freedom Technique (sometimes called EFT or tapping therapy).
- Completed Single Session Therapy (SST) training with Professor Windy Dryden.
- Trained to provide online and remote counselling.
- I can use creative therapy (including online) which supports clients who prefer visual processing. (Additional qualifications in art).
- I can integrate holistic services into my practice if required (EFT/tapping therapy, mindfulness etc).
- Personal and professional experience including supporting late diagnosis or suspected neurodivergence also support parents/carers or partners.
- ADHD coaching skills and support.
- Advocate for people with Autism/ADHD/PDA and featured on BBC News, BBC Radio 4 (Woman's Hour) BBC Radio 5 Live, local news and radio. Also featured on podcasts and training programmes.
Member organisations
school Registered / Accredited
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Accredited register membership
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Areas of counselling I deal with
Therapies offered
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Fees
£80.00 per session
Free initial telephone or online session
Additional information
Short and long-term counselling available.
(Also low-cost available via a neurodivergent trainee)
Flexible appointments can be weekly, fortnightly, monthly, or as and when you need them.
Free initial consultation available.
Therapy sessions are 50 minutes. Longer or shorter appointments are available.
When I work
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I offer daytime, evening, or weekend appointments (may be limited).
I'm flexible with appointment times, please get in touch if you're unsure as they can change week by week.
Further information
I am respectful, genuine, and empathic.
I offer a safe space for you to be yourself, explore any issues together, and empower you towards being the best version of yourself that you can be.
