Julie McAulay , NCPS

Julie McAulay is an accredited practitioner in the United Kingdom with three years of professional experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, grief, depression, and major life transitions. Holding the NCPS credential - a professional accreditation used in the UK - she draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help clients build confidence, manage panic and seasonal mood changes, and address issues such as shame, guilt, and social anxiety.

Julie approaches therapy with the belief that each person is the expert on their own story and already possesses strengths that can support change. She combines practical coping strategies with collaborative, respectful conversation to help clients explore motivation, rebuild self-esteem, and navigate loss. Julie frames the decision to seek therapy as a courageous first step and offers steady support through that process, tailoring sessions to what each person needs at different stages.

Whether someone is looking for short-term strategies to cope with an immediate challenge or ongoing support through life adjustments, Julie aims to create a warm, goal-focused space where progress is built together over time.

Evidence-Based Support Delivered Remotely

Julie uses a range of evidence-based therapeutic techniques tailored to each person's needs. Skills-based strategies focus on practical tools for managing anxiety, panic, and stress - teaching breathing, grounding, and coping techniques that can reduce the impact of overwhelming moments. Emotion-focused work helps people process grief, shame, and difficult feelings by exploring their meaning and building self-compassion so that painful experiences can be understood and integrated. Behavioral approaches support clients dealing with depression or low motivation by encouraging small, achievable steps to re-engage with meaningful activities and rebuild confidence.

Finding the right combination of approaches is part of the therapy process. Julie works collaboratively with clients to identify goals, try methods that fit their preferences, and adjust the plan as progress is made. This collaborative stance helps ensure treatment aligns with each person’s pace and priorities.

Online therapy with Julie is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access consistent support from a licensed professional without needing to travel, and they allow therapy to fit into busy or changing lives.