From surviving to thriving – embracing who you are and creating positive change in your life.

As a busy parent it can feel like you’re on a treadmill, always trying to keep up. Parenthood, career, friendships, relationships — it can all feel overwhelming at times. On the outside things seem fine but trying to be perfect all the time is exhausting.

  • Maybe your children are neurodivergent, and you’re beginning to wonder if that’s why you find some things hard too.
  • Or perhaps you’re carrying the weight of trauma, panic, or anxiety that never seems to ease.

If any of this feels familiar, you’re not alone — and you don’t have to face it on your own.

Hi, I'm Julia

I’m a therapist who understands the emotional weight of carrying a heavy family load — the guilt, frustration, and exhaustion that comes from advocating for your children and exploring your own neurodivergence.

I draw on both personal insight and professional training to help you make sense of neurodivergence, anxiety, and trauma in everyday life. Together, we’ll look beyond the burnout and overwhelm to understand what’s really driving those feelings.

Clients often tell me they feel at ease opening up — that our work helps lighten the load they’ve been carrying. My approach is calm, understanding, and grounded. I believe therapy works best when you feel safe and truly heard as we make sense of things together.

If you’d like to learn more about my approach and how therapy could help, explore the links below.

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What my clients say

"Thank you so much for all that you've done to help me overcome the hardest things I've ever experienced. I can see such a huge difference in myself compared to when our sessions first began. I feel as though a huge weight has been lifted from my shoulders and I feel so much happier. Thank you for all that you've taught me. You've had an immeasurable positive impact on my present and future."

"Thank you for your support over the last few months. I've felt really comfortable to open up and talk to you about loads of different topics over our time together. You have a really calming aura and although I know you can't solve my problems, you have made me think about things in different ways. I'm sure any person in need of support will look forward to your sessions like I have done."

Frequently Asked Questions

What are your qualifications?

I have a Post Graduate Diploma in Counselling and Psychotherapy from the University of Salford. This course is accredited by the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).

What kind of therapy approach do you offer?

Person-Centred Therapy

The ‘mainstay’ of my practice is person-centred therapy. This approach is founded on the belief that you have the capacity to understand yourself and make positive changes when you have the right support. I don’t tell you what to do—instead, I provide a safe, understanding, and accepting space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings freely.

Key benefits:

  • You are heard and understood without judgment
  • You have space to explore your thoughts and feelings at your own pace
  • You are supported in finding your own solutions

Trauma-Informed Approaches

Having worked in abuse and trauma settings, I know that some clients benefit from a more trauma-informed approach. I have trained in Lifespan Integration Therapy (LI), which helps you gently process and integrate difficult trauma memories, so they lose their emotional intensity. LI works well alongside person-centred therapy.

Key benefits:

  • Reduces the emotional impact of past trauma
  • Helps you feel safer in your present life
  • Complements your personal growth journey

Parts Work and Internal Family Systems (IFS)

I also bring elements of compassionate parts work and Internal Family Systems (IFS) into my practice. IFS views the mind as a system of “parts” that interact like an inner family. Working in this way can help you build self-compassion and care for all parts of yourself.

Key benefits:

  • Strengthen your sense of self
  • Learn to understand and care for your different parts
  • Provide a new perspective on challenging parts and emotions

Are you part of a recognised membership body?

Yes, I am a registered member of the BACP which means I adhere to their standards and ethical framework.

How do you work in sessions?

Each session is led by you and tailored to your needs. We start from a person-centred perspective and as our work progresses, I may combine approaches in a way that best supports your healing and growth.