Julie Leeper , BACP

Julie Leeper is a registered member of the BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and brings six years of professional experience to her practice. She focuses on helping people navigate challenges such as addictions, grief and loss, sleeping difficulties, and parenting concerns, offering practical and compassionate support tailored to each person’s situation.

Julie creates an open, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore their thoughts and feelings and work through difficult moments at a comfortable pace. She combines structured approaches with empathic listening to help clients build coping strategies, address patterns that cause distress, and find more manageable ways of living day to day.

Understanding that taking the first step can require courage, Julie honors the decision to seek help and guides clients through the initial stages of therapy with patience and respect. Her practice aims to empower people to set realistic goals, develop new skills, and move toward greater stability and wellbeing over time.

Evidence-Based Approaches Delivered Online

Julie uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that combine structured, goal-focused work with practical skills training. One approach emphasizes identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns to support recovery from addictions and improve sleep - this type of work helps clients develop clear strategies and measurable steps toward their goals. Another strand focuses on skills-based interventions for coping and regulation, teaching tools for managing strong emotions, reducing impulsivity, and improving day-to-day functioning, which can be especially useful for parenting challenges and life changes. A more exploratory, supportive approach allows space to process grief and loss while building resilience and adaptive coping over time.

Choosing the right therapeutic approach is a collaborative process. Julie will work with each client to assess needs, discuss goals, and tailor techniques to preferences and circumstances, adjusting the plan as progress is made.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - appointments can take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access licensed professionals from a convenient location, reduce travel time, and allow ongoing support even when life circumstances are changing.