About me
**Offering sessions remotely only across the UK ***
I am a qualified Integrative Counsellor/Psychotherapist with accreditation status. I am also a registered member of the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP). At the heart of my practice is the understanding that our relationship is the key component for successful therapeutic outcomes. With my therapeutic skills and my natural way of being with another, I will help you find peace and calmness to your current difficulties and a positive way forward in life.
I have gained the knowledge that a tailored, individual approach is necessary in order to adhere to all specific needs by using key counselling modalities to suit the individualism of each client. Together we will plan a way of working that will help you understand and manage your current difficulties.
How can counselling help?
Whilst many of us have supportive family and friends who can help with difficulties we face, at times, the closeness of these relationships can detract from our personal journey of growth and discovery. Whilst I appreciate that the thought of counselling may be a difficult step, we will walk the journey together. Offering a neutral perspective throughout sessions, we will explore any difficulties you wish to share. Providing a therapeutic relationship with honesty and empathy, we will explore any issue within a non-judgmental and confidential space at a pace which enables thorough reflection and scope for change.
What to expect in the first session
Our first session will give you the opportunity to talk through your current difficulties. I understand the first session can be a little daunting. I will listen and support you through this and I will advise on the type of therapy that I would initially start with and how I propose we can work together. I do understand though that whilst some people will enter into a series of sessions; some clients may only want a one-off session to explore some of their difficulties initially.
This initial session will also give us an opportunity to decide together whether I am the most suitable therapist to support you.
Who do I counsel ?
I counsel anyone aged 18+ on a self-referral basis or through an Employee Assisted Programme of therapeutic support.
Where I practice
I offer sessions remotely via the zoom platform working on a UK wide basis.
Client Testimonials
"I would like to thank you for the help that you gave me. The sessions you provided were essential for me to come to terms with the difficulties I was facing. Your experience, insight, and intelligence meant that you easily saw through to the core of my issues, and you provided me with strategies and understanding for how to cope with them. I needed that help, and I'm glad I found you. I am in a much better place now, and would not hesitate to use your services again if I were to need them, and I have already recommended you". Testimonial by L.P.
"Julie has been a wonderful counsellor and has really helped me with a number of issues. Upon first meeting I felt quickly at ease with her and soon relaxed into talking with her. I now feel like a better version of myself and feel so much better! I can't speak highly enough of her! Thank you so much Julie, you've helped me more than I can say." Testimonial by L.M.
"Without Julie Wilkes, I truly do not know where I would be. Her patience, guidance and expertise guided me through hard times, and I now have a much better way of coping and a clearer understanding of the issues I had during that time.There was an instant ease to express emotions and a relaxed environment to feel safe. You’ve helped me become a stronger person and your kindness and advice will be truly missed. There aren’t enough words to express how grateful I am for you. Thank you". Testimonial by K.H.
Please click on my website to see further testimonials from clients.
Training, qualifications & experience
I have achieved accreditation status for my work through BACP. This includes evidencing high professional standards in my client work and commitment to my clients and the profession.
I have gained experience supporting people with differing age groups, gender, disabilities, social and cultural backgrounds on a voluntary basis and within my private practice covering a range of difficulties with clients struggling with anxiety, generalised anxiety disorder, depression, feeling sad and relationship issues to name a few.
At present I am working with the Victim Support National Charity Agency and for a leading private health organisation supporting their clients in addition to private practice.
A comprehensive list of my experience is detailed below.
Qualifications accredited by the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy and Counselling and Psychotherapy Central Awarding Body (CPCAB):
- BACP Foundation Degree in Integrative Counselling (with merit) Levels 4 & 5
- CPCAB Counselling Skills Level 3
- CPCAB Counselling Skills Level 2
- AQA Counselling Skills Introductory Level
Various Continued Professional Development sessions attended covering the areas of counselling I have dealt with. Further CPD sessions planned on an ongoing basis to support my practice and client work.
Besides my counselling portfolio I have lectured at a University teaching counselling skills.
Professional membership:
My registration is detailed on the accredited register of the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP).
As a member of the BACP, I adhere to its ethical framework and code of conduct (copy of this can be provided on commencement of therapy, if required).
I hold professional indemnity insurance.
I am registered with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO). Any client data is stored in accordance with ICO guidelines (copy of this can be provided on commencement of therapy, if required).
I am General Data Protection Regulations compliant
I have an Approved Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Member organisations
school Registered / Accredited
Being registered/accredited with a professional body means an individual must have achieved a substantial level of training and experience approved by their member organisation.
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
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Fees
£55.00 - £70.00
Concessions offered for
Health Insurance/EAP
Additional information
I believe in providing inclusive, accessible therapy for everyone, regardless of status. Please contact me in the first instance, by email or phone to discuss further.
When I work
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Further information
The number of sessions required differs from client to client and a proposed treatment plan will be discussed in the first session which will be the assessment session. I offer weekly or fortnightly sessions only and these can be on a flexible basis (ie, differing day / time each week / fortnight) should this be required to fit around work / personal commitments.
I have varying availability over weekdays and evenings.
Please contact me in the first instance, by email or phone to discuss further.
I offer online, video / telephone call counselling options.
