Judith "Jude" Holland, BACP

Judith "Jude" Holland - Trauma and relationship specialist

Trauma and relationship work
Couples and intimacy support
EMDR and DBT trained

About Judith "Jude" Holland

Judith "Jude" Holland is a UK-based therapist with 27 years of professional experience and membership of the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. She works across relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, and the many life changes that can challenge a person’s sense of self and stability. Her practice draws on a belief that each person is the expert in their own story and that existing strengths can be used to navigate painful or confusing times.

Judith has extensive clinical experience with sexual trauma, bipolar disorder and borderline personality presentations, and she has supported couples facing communication and intimacy problems. Her background includes work for the NHS in a sexual assault centre, supporting women and families, and later serving as a clinical lead working with men who had experienced sexual assault. She is a trained EMDR practitioner, trained in DBT, and describes herself as a professional female abuse recovery coach.

Her therapeutic career began by establishing a student counselling service in education, and she spent about 15 years teaching therapy. Judith also led adult services at a music college and university, combining her interest in music with clinical work supporting performers with anxiety through brainspotting. She aims to build a respectful, challenging and supportive relationship with clients, adapting approaches to fit individual needs rather than offering a one-size-fits-all solution.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Relationship issuesTrauma and abuse GriefBipolar disorderCoping with life changes

Also Specializes In

Addictions LGBT Intimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepression Coaching

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHearing impairedHoardingImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Hypnotherapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Judith "Jude" Holland have?

She has 27 years of professional experience.

Is Judith "Jude" Holland a registered therapist?

Yes. She holds BACP membership - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.

In which languages does Judith "Jude" Holland provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Judith "Jude" Holland located?

She is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Judith "Jude" Holland as my therapist?

Prospective clients can work with Judith through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Judith "Jude" Holland work with international clients?

Yes. Judith works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Judith "Jude" Holland cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as location and availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current details, please click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is straightforward. Prospective clients can click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match them with a therapist. Depending on availability, the first session can then be scheduled by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Accessible Online Support

Judith uses evidence-informed approaches tailored to each person. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and take meaningful action even when difficult thoughts and feelings are present - it can be helpful for anxiety, low mood and major life transitions. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on patterns in close relationships and how early attachments shape current interactions - this approach is useful for relationship difficulties, attachment issues and feelings of abandonment. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a warm, non-directive stance in which the therapist offers empathy and understanding to support growth and self-awareness - this approach supports people coping with grief, self-esteem concerns and life stressors.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Judith works collaboratively with clients to identify which methods fit their needs, goals and preferences, and she adapts techniques over time as the relationship and the work evolve.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call or phone, and shorter conversations can happen via live chat or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, to access support from different locations, and to maintain continuity of care when in-person meetings are difficult. Registered professionals and therapists can deliver meaningful, goal-focused work through these remote formats while tailoring the pace and style to each client.

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