Julie Lea, BACP

Julie uses client-centred therapy online, which means conversations follow what the client feels is most important. In practice she listens closely, reflects back what she hears and helps people name emotions and priorities. This approach is often helpful for depression, low self-esteem and relationship concerns because it focuses on the person rather than a fixed agenda.

She also relies on straightforward, collaborative problem-solving. That means identifying small steps or strategies a person can try between sessions, then reviewing what helped or did not. This kind of practical work can support coping with stress, sleep or eating concerns while the therapeutic relationship builds.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapy process and Julie will work with clients to choose what fits best. She discusses goals, preferences and day-to-day constraints with each person and adjusts the style accordingly so sessions feel useful and manageable.

Online sessions are offered as video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to provide flexibility. Video is useful for a fuller face-to-face feel, phone works well when bandwidth is limited, and chat or messaging suits brief check-ins or people who prefer not to use audio. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, family and busy lives while keeping the focus on the work that matters.