I offer specialist support for individuals and couples around pregnancy, birth, family life and parenting, including EMDR therapy (the NHS recommended approach for trauma). You may be overwhelmed and anxious, unable to see a way out? Struggling to communicate how you feel to partners or others close to you? Or maybe you've had a traumatic experience which is affecting your life and your ability to function as a parent or partner? Online or in person, babies welcome, parking and lift available.
About me and my practice
Counselling with me can:
- Use specialist tools (EMDR and the Rewind technique) to help you process what has happened and support you to be able to move forward again.
- Help you to cope with the demands of parenting, family life and relationships, giving you renewed confidence to make sound decisions again.
- Give you relief from the distressing symptoms of trauma and anxiety, and tools and techniques for those moments when anxiety and overwhelm strike, helping you to feel calmer and more in control.
- Teach you how to communicate effectively with those around you and help you practice techniques to help ensure that both/all of you feel visible, heard and understood.
There are no 'musts' or 'shoulds' in counselling with me - I will listen and help you to explore what feels important to you. Some people come for few sessions, some for months or years. We will take things at the pace that is right for you.
How I work
As both a professional and a mother of two, I'm very familiar with the challenges and the ups and downs of family life, relationships and parenting, the ongoing struggle to adapt to new roles as families and relationships change, and the confusion and loneliness that can bring.
Do get in touch - text/phone/WhatsApp 07765 358932 or email justjuliecounselling@justjulie.care
Experience
Counselling roles:
Choices Islington - perinatal counsellor - offering counselling for the perinatal period for those experiencing low mood, anxiety or other challenges related to pregnancy, early parenting and family life.
MumsAid - volunteer counsellor - offering specialist counselling to support mums with their mental health.
Other:
SeeHearRespond project (Barnardos) - lead facilitator of support workshops for groups of adults suffering from mild to moderate mental health problems during the pandemic.
Antenatal course leader and group facilitator - support of parents in challenging circumstances (e.g. babies in special care, bereavement, high risk pregnancy, multiple birth)
Qualifications
Advanced Diploma in Counselling (NCPS Accredited)
Certificate in Counselling Studies
Diploma of Higher Education - Antenatal
Additional training and CPD:
Safety Techniques in Trauma
Complex Trauma
Treating Complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
Working with Baby Loss
Traumatic Birth Recovery 3 Step Rewind
Couples Therapy - the Human Givens Approach
EMDR Level 1 & 2
Additional Information
I work with adults over 18 and couples. Non mobile babies are welcome.
Your time with me is a chance to focus on you and your needs.
You don't need to wait for the mythical 'good day' that rarely comes, and you don't need to dress up, or put on 'nice clothes' or make up (unless you want to of course!) - just be brave enough to get in touch and we can take it one step at a time from there.
Available online nationally through Zoom, also in person in Coulsdon, South London.
Do get in touch - text/phone/WhatsApp 07765 358932 or email justjuliecounselling@justjulie.care
Professional Membership
Accredited Registrant MNCPS (Acc.)
Professional Register
National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS)
Verified by Counsellingo on Wednesday, 30 April 2025
Initial Consultation
The first session is very much an exploratory one, for us to begin to get to know each other, to explain how I work, to understand your motivation for seeking counselling and what you hope to gain, and of course for you to ask any questions. There is no obligation at all to continue if it doesn't feel right for any reason.
Fees
Fees are £55 per session for individuals and £75 for couples.
Fees are payable in advance before each session, by bank transfer or PayPal.
Occasional reduced cost sessions may be available - please ask.
When I Work
I can offer appointments at the following times:
Monday evening, Wednesday morning and evening, Friday afternoon and evening.
Occasional appointments on weekends and at other times may be available on an ad-hoc basis - please enquire.
Do get in touch - text/phone/WhatsApp 07765 358932 or email justjuliecounselling@justjulie.care
Therapeutic Approach
Integrative approach incorporating EMDR, person-centred approach, solution focused and Mindfulness
Video Platforms
Zoom
Additional Languages
N/A
Pronouns
She/her
Area
Greater London
Julie Reynolds