Julie McAulay

• Stress and anxiety
• Grief and loss
• Self esteem

About Julie

Julie McAulay works with stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem and depression, and helps people manage life changes using evidence-based therapeutic techniques. She is registered with NCPS and has three years of professional experience in the United Kingdom.

Julie sees adults who are dealing with panic attacks, social anxiety, seasonal affective disorder, guilt and shame, and the everyday pressures that can build up over time. In sessions she encourages people to talk through what they are experiencing and to discover strengths they already have.

Her way of working is practical and conversation-led. She listens to what is most pressing and then looks at small, manageable steps that can reduce distress. Sessions focus on clear goals and on what can be put into practice between meetings.

Julie values collaboration: she works alongside each person to figure out which techniques suit them. She uses approaches grounded in current psychological research to address unhelpful thoughts, emotional overwhelm and avoidance patterns.

Her background includes three years of direct counselling work in the UK and registration with NCPS. That experience informs brief, focused support as well as longer-term work when needed.

How therapeutic approaches are used in online sessions

Julie works from evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on thoughts, feelings and behaviour. One common approach looks at how unhelpful thinking patterns keep people stuck and teaches practical ways to notice and change those patterns; this can help with anxiety, depression and low self-esteem. Another approach concentrates on gradual exposure and practical skills to reduce panic attacks and social anxiety, using step-by-step practice to build confidence.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Julie will discuss different options with the person and agree together which methods to try, taking account of goals and preferences. The process is collaborative and reviewed as progress is made.

Practical benefits of online sessions include fitting counselling into a busy life and reducing travel time. Online work can make it easier to arrange appointments around work or family commitments and to have shorter check-ins when needed. The exact session formats available are not specified here, so please confirm current session options before booking.

Topics Julie lists

• Stress and anxiety
• Grief
• Self-esteem
• Depression
• Coping with life changes
• Guilt and shame
• Panic disorder and panic attacks
• Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
• Social anxiety and phobia

Questions about Julie

Does she work with anxiety?

Yes. She helps people with general anxiety, panic attacks and social anxiety or phobia.

What kind of counselling does she offer?

She offers conversation-led counselling using evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address thoughts, emotions and behaviour.

How much experience does she have?

She has three years of professional experience working in the United Kingdom.

What are her credentials and location?

She is registered with NCPS and practises in the United Kingdom.

Can I have sessions in other languages?

Sessions are offered in English.

Does she take international clients?

She does not take clients outside the United Kingdom.

How much do sessions cost?

Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I get started?

Select the Talk to a counsellor online button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.