Counsellor profile
Julian Hart, BACP
Counsellor - Anxiety and Depression
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- CBT techniques
- Integrative approach
About Julian
Counsellor Julian Hart is a BACP member with 30 years of experience working in the United Kingdom. He works with common problems such as anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship and family concerns, grief and trauma. He also lists issues including sleep problems, anger, career stress and compassion fatigue.
Julian uses a range of therapeutic approaches. He trained originally in integrative therapeutic counselling and draws on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy among other methods. Sessions focus on practical ways to reduce distress and to build skills for coping with future difficulties.
In the first meetings he talks through what is causing the most trouble and sets clear priorities. He uses evidence-informed techniques to help people manage panic, obsessive thoughts, phobias and post-traumatic stress when these are present. He can also work with chronic pain, illness or disability alongside emotional difficulties.
Julian aims to give straightforward tools that people can use between sessions. Therapy can cover feelings of abandonment, guilt, shame and emptiness, and questions about life purpose or midlife change. He also addresses sexual assault and abuse in a direct way.
He offers practical discussion about coping strategies, mood management and day-to-day tasks such as sleep and work stress. Prospective clients should confirm current session options before booking and follow the listed steps to begin.
How his approaches work in online counselling
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on noticing thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them. It helps people move toward valued action even when difficult emotions remain.Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at patterns of thinking and behaviour that keep problems going. It is often used for anxiety, panic, obsessive thoughts, phobias and low mood and includes practical exercises to try between sessions.
Finding the right way of working is part of the process. The counsellor will discuss goals and preferences and together they will decide which methods suit the person best. This is a collaborative decision based on current needs and what the client feels comfortable trying.
Confirm current session options before booking as formats are not specified here. Online counselling can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time and offer a straightforward way to keep continuity when life is disrupted. Some people prefer shorter check-ins or telephone conversations when they need less screen time; others choose a fuller session with video. Ask about the available formats when you arrange the first appointment.
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Experience
30+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, grief, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, sleeping problems, anger and career difficulties.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses an integrative approach drawing on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to offer practical tools and discussion.
How long has he worked as a counsellor?
He has around 30 years of experience working in counselling and psychotherapy in the United Kingdom.
Which professional body is he a member of?
He is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, listed as BACP.
Can sessions be held in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with international clients?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions arranged and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time; check the service listing for current fees.
How do I begin if I want to work with him?
Select 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.
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