Counsellor profile
Julia Yates, BACP
Counsellor - stress and LGBT issues
See online counselling options- Stress and anxiety
- LGBT concerns
- Grief and loss
About Julia
Counsellor and BACP member Julia Yates has 12 years of experience working with stress, anxiety, LGBT issues, relationship concerns, grief and depression. Julia is non-binary and offers help in English across the United Kingdom and to international clients. The opening lines in a first conversation are usually practical and straightforward.
Julia uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people talk through what is worrying them. Sessions typically focus on identifying patterns that keep problems going and finding manageable ways to reduce distress. She pays attention to cultural and identity factors, including issues around gender dysphoria and prejudice that can affect mental health.
Work may cover panic attacks, social anxiety, body image and sexual identity. Julia also supports people facing blended family pressures, young adult transitions and the emotional fallout of loss. Conversations aim to be clear and direct, with steps you can try between sessions.
She asks new clients to complete a short matching questionnaire before booking a first session. Sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time; costs vary with location. Practical arrangements and session format should be confirmed when you book.
Julia describes the first meeting as an opportunity to set goals and agree how to work together. Over time the focus can shift to practical skills, thinking patterns and coping strategies that fit everyday life.
If you are thinking about starting, the next step is to use the See online counselling options button and schedule an initial appointment after completing the short form.
How therapeutic methods translate to online counselling
Julia works with evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on thoughts and behaviour. One common approach looks at how thinking patterns influence feelings and actions and uses practical exercises to change those patterns. This method can help with anxiety, panic and low mood by breaking down problems into small, manageable steps.Another approach emphasises problem-solving and coping skills. It involves noticing triggers, testing new responses and building short practices to reduce distress. This can be useful for social anxiety, panic attacks, body image concerns and adjustment after loss.
Choosing a therapeutic approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss options with the client and agree a plan based on goals, preferences and what seems helpful in early sessions. They will review progress and adapt methods as needed so the work stays practical and relevant.
Check the booking information to confirm which session formats are currently offered. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy around work or caregiving, reduce travel time and allow quick check-ins when needed. If you need a quieter or shorter option, mention this when you schedule and the therapist will discuss what will work best.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
12+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with most often?
She works with stress, anxiety, LGBT-related issues, relationship problems, grief and depression. Additional focus areas include body image, panic attacks and social anxiety.
What is her approach to therapy?
She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to identify unhelpful patterns and develop practical coping steps. Sessions combine talking and simple exercises to try between meetings.
How much experience does she have?
Julia has 12 years of professional experience. That experience covers a range of mood, identity and relationship concerns.
Which professional body is she a member of?
She is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, shown as BACP.
Which languages and clients does she work with?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.
What session formats does she offer?
Please confirm current session options when booking, as session formats are not specified here. The booking process will state which formats are available.
How are sessions priced?
Session cost varies with location and is managed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start working with her?
Use the See online counselling options button, complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session.
Details come from information the counsellor supplied to BetterHelp. A membership or registration can be checked on the professional body's own register.
Online counselling is not emergency care. In an emergency call 999, or see the help numbers.