Julie Iveson
Psychotherapeutic Counselling
BACP Registered Psychotherapeutic Counsellor Level 6 DIP
Individual Therapeutic Support
"Powerful is our need to be known, really known by ourselves and others, even if only for a moment."
Carl Rogers
Counselling and Psychotherapy in a safe, comfortable and private setting
Welcome! I offer a warm, relaxed and empathic space to help you develop self-understanding, compassion and acceptance in the face of difficult life experiences.
Many people find it daunting to come for counselling or psychotherapy and may feel anxious not knowing what to expect. I understand how difficult it can be which makes it important that you feel you have a sense of whether I am the right person to work with you.
I can offer you a safe, confidential space, where you will be listened to without judgement. You can explore either here and now issues or more deep-seated long-standing issues that are impacting your daily life. Counselling can help you understand yourself, develop self-awareness, and start to make your own choices in life.
About Me
Hello, I'm Julie.
I am a qualified integrative counsellor and registered member of the BACP, offering counselling in Leyburn, North Yorkshire, and online across the UK.
My path into counselling was shaped by a deep interest in understanding people and the challenges they face in life. I believe that everyone deserves a space where they can be heard without judgement, understood with compassion, and supported through difficult times.
I trained at the accredited Northern Guild and have continued to develop my practice through additional specialist training in autism, neurodiversity-informed counselling, and online and telephone counselling. I am committed to ongoing professional development so that I can provide thoughtful, ethical and up-to-date support for my clients.
I have a particular interest in supporting adults who experience anxiety, ADHD, autism, overwhelm, burnout and life transitions. I also work with people navigating grief, trauma, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem and the many emotional challenges that can arise throughout life.
As an integrative counsellor, I draw on a range of therapeutic approaches, allowing me to tailor our work to your individual needs rather than expecting you to fit into a single model of therapy.
Above all, I aim to offer a genuine, warm and accepting relationship where you can feel safe enough to explore whatever is on your mind.
Qualifications and Professional Development
- Level 6 Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling
- Registered Member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP)
- Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism, TQUK (2023)
- Certificate in Online and Telephone Counselling (80 CPD Hours), Counselling Tutor (2024)
- Additional training in neurodiversity-informed practice
My Approach
I offer a calm, spacious environment where you can slow down and gently make sense of whatever feels overwhelming, anxious or difficult.
I understand that reaching out for support can feel daunting. Many people arrive at counselling carrying worries, self-doubt or experiences they have never had the opportunity to explore fully. My role is not to tell you what to do, but to walk alongside you as we make sense of your experiences together.
My approach is warm, relational and neurodiversity-affirming. I believe healing and growth happen when we feel genuinely understood and accepted, and I strive to create a therapeutic relationship that feels safe, respectful and collaborative. We will work at a pace that feels comfortable for you. Together, we can explore your thoughts, emotions, relationships and life experiences with curiosity and compassion, helping you gain a deeper understanding of yourself and what you need.
I work with people experiencing:
- Anxiety and chronic worry
- ADHD and autism
- Stress, overwhelm and burnout
- Bereavement and loss
- Trauma and difficult life experiences
- Relationship difficulties
- Low self-esteem and self-confidence
- Life transitions and personal change
How I Work
My practice is integrative, drawing from person-centred, relational, transactional analysis (TA), humanistic and Gestalt approaches.
This means I adapt counselling to suit you as an individual. Some sessions may focus on understanding patterns and exploring emotions, while others may involve developing practical strategies to help you manage everyday challenges more effectively.
My aim is to help you:
- Understand yourself more deeply
- Strengthen emotional awareness
- Build confidence and self-acceptance
- Recognise unhelpful patterns
- Develop healthier ways of coping
- Create lasting and meaningful change
Whether you are facing a specific difficulty or simply feel that something is not quite right, counselling can provide space to pause, reflect and move forward with greater clarity.
You don't have to face it alone. When the time feels right, I'd be glad to hear from you.
What I can help with
People come to me for help with a wide range of issues. Here are a few of the more common difficulties that can be supported through counselling:
Anxiety
Depression
ADHD / ADD
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Bereavement
Cancer
Disability
Eating Disorders
Abuse
Addiction
OCD
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome/ME
Post-Traumatic Stress
AIDS/HIV
Anger Management
Self-harm
Relationship Issues
Identity Issues
Phobias
Sex related issues
Trauma
Armed Forces
Stress
Spirituality
Fees and availability
Individual Therapy: £55 for 50mins Online / Telephone
Face-to-Face: £60 for 50mins Thurs 1pm - 5pm at Leyburn Arts Centre
Availability:
Monday - Friday 9.00am-6.00pm
Evenings 6.00-8.00pm by appointment
My location
I work with clients online and via telephone as well as providing face-to-face counselling in Leyburn, within easy reach of Bedale, Hawes, Catterick, Richmond, Darlington, and York.
Get in touch
Feel free to contact me if you have any questions about how counselling works, or to arrange an initial assessment appointment. This enables us to discuss the reasons you are thinking of coming to counselling, whether it could be helpful for you and whether I am the right therapist to help.
You can also call me on 07825467508 if you would prefer to leave a message or speak to me first. I am happy to discuss any queries or questions you may have prior to arranging an initial appointment.