Julie Gates, BACP

Julie Gates is a United Kingdom based therapist registered with the BACP who brings five years of professional practice to her work. She supports adults, young people aged 9 to 18, parents and carers, helping them to explore feelings and tackle common difficulties such as stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship strains, family conflict, depression and motivation challenges. Her practice emphasises a warm, patient presence aimed at helping clients identify what may be holding them back and consider new ways forward.

Julie holds a Level 4 Diploma in Psychodynamic and Person Centred Counselling, a vocational qualification that trains therapists in relational and insight-focused techniques, and a Level 5 Certificate in Counselling Children and Young People, which concentrates on working with younger clients. She works in a client-centred way, placing the therapeutic relationship at the heart of the process, and often weaves in mindfulness exercises and creative strategies to suit each person’s needs.

Known for a gentle and supportive manner, Julie aims to create an open environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without judgement. She frames therapy as a collaborative journey, offering steady encouragement and practical exploration to support people taking the steps toward a more fulfilling life.

Approach-focused support available online

Julie uses client-centred therapy to place the client’s experience at the centre of sessions, offering a compassionate, non-directive space where people can explore their feelings and build self-awareness; this approach often helps with issues like low self-esteem, relationship difficulties and stress. She also draws on psychodynamic therapy to look at patterns that may have developed over time - this helps clients gain insight into recurring relational or emotional themes and how past experiences influence present behaviour. When appropriate, Julie incorporates solution-focused techniques that concentrate on identifying practical steps and small changes that move someone toward their goals.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Julie works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals and preferences. She adapts her style so the work remains relevant and manageable for the individual.

Online sessions via video, phone, live chat or text-based messaging offer flexibility for busy schedules and for people who prefer remote access. These options make it easier to maintain regular meetings, access support from different locations and choose the mode of communication that feels most comfortable, while allowing registered professionals and therapists to tailor the work to each client’s circumstances.