Julie Gregory-Bateman , BACP

Julie Gregory-Bateman is a trauma-informed psychotherapist based in the United Kingdom who supports people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, low self-esteem, and major life changes. She offers a calm, accepting space where individuals can explore present difficulties or trace emotional patterns back to earlier experiences to better understand feelings such as anger, sadness, or self-doubt and how they affect everyday life.

Julie works at a pace set by each person, combining practical strategies with reflective exploration to help clients re-evaluate their lives and move beyond feelings of despair. She has specialist training in sexual abuse and incest and applies trauma-focused awareness alongside integrative methods to tailor support to individual needs. Her practice also addresses issues such as ageing and geriatric concerns, attachment difficulties, avoidant personality, domestic violence, hospice and end-of-life matters, loneliness, and coping with disasters or medical challenges.

Before training in therapy, Julie had a successful career in business management across finance, logistics, procurement, personnel, and hospitality, and she brings that experience to the therapeutic process when relevant and agreed. She holds a Master of Science degree with distinction in Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy, a Diploma in Counselling and Psychotherapy Skills, and an Advanced Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. She also holds an accreditation certificate for the study of dementia and related care and is a registered member of the BACP. Outside of work she supports local community projects and enjoys outdoor time with her family and their pet. She invites prospective clients to make contact for an initial conversation to see if working together feels like the right fit.

Therapeutic approaches used in online sessions

Julie draws on attachment-based therapy to explore how early relationships shape current patterns of relating and emotional responses - this approach can help with attachment issues, relationship difficulties, loneliness, and patterns of avoidance. She also uses client-centered therapy, offering a respectful, empathetic stance that prioritizes the client's experience and supports self-directed growth and clearer decision-making. Additionally, she integrates cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) techniques to identify and reframe unhelpful thoughts and develop practical coping skills useful for anxiety, stress, and mood concerns.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Julie works collaboratively with each person to consider their needs, goals, and preferences, adapting methods over time so that therapy feels relevant and helpful. Licensed professionals and therapists typically combine approaches in this way to meet changing needs.

Online therapy with Julie is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, giving flexibility for people with busy schedules, mobility limits, or geographic constraints. These options make it easier to access regular support, maintain continuity of care, and fit therapy into daily life without losing the therapeutic focus on practical change and emotional understanding.