Julia Brooker, BACP
BACP-registered counsellor for anxiety and change
- Anxiety and stress support
- Trauma and relationships
- CBT and person-centred
About Julia Brooker
Julia Brooker is a BACP-registered integrative counsellor and cognitive behavioural therapist based in the United Kingdom with 11 years of professional experience. She blends person-centred practice - which places the client at the centre of the work and recognises the individual as the expert in their own life - with structured CBT tools to explore thoughts, feelings and behaviours that may be getting in the way of change. BACP stands for the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy and denotes her professional membership and commitment to recognised standards of practice.
Her therapeutic focus covers a wide range of concerns including anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, addiction, self-harm and the impact of abuse, while also addressing relationship and family difficulties, grief, trauma, ADHD and life transitions. Using an integrative approach allows her to draw on attachment-informed perspectives and acceptance-based strategies when these fit the client’s needs, shaping sessions around practical goals and measurable steps toward improved wellbeing.
Julia works in a collaborative, compassionate manner that emphasises awareness, skill-building and small sustainable changes. Her style is warm and respectful, encouraging clients to develop confidence and coping strategies that support longer-term resilience and meaningful progress.
Her therapeutic focus covers a wide range of concerns including anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, addiction, self-harm and the impact of abuse, while also addressing relationship and family difficulties, grief, trauma, ADHD and life transitions. Using an integrative approach allows her to draw on attachment-informed perspectives and acceptance-based strategies when these fit the client’s needs, shaping sessions around practical goals and measurable steps toward improved wellbeing.
Julia works in a collaborative, compassionate manner that emphasises awareness, skill-building and small sustainable changes. Her style is warm and respectful, encouraging clients to develop confidence and coping strategies that support longer-term resilience and meaningful progress.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoachingCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver 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 violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen'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) Existential Therapy Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Julia Brooker have?
Julia Brooker has 11 years of professional experience as a counsellor and cognitive behavioural therapist.
Is Julia Brooker a registered therapist?
Yes. She holds the BACP credential - membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
In which languages does Julia Brooker provide therapy?
Julia Brooker provides therapy in English.
Where is Julia Brooker located?
She is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Julia Brooker as my therapist?
Therapy with Julia Brooker can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Julia Brooker work with international clients?
No. Julia Brooker does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Julia Brooker cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat or in-app messaging.
Approaches and online therapy - collaborative and adaptable care
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on creating a respectful, non-directive space where the client’s perspective guides the work. It helps people who need greater self-understanding, increased confidence and a place to explore feelings about relationships, identity and life change.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers practical, evidence-informed techniques to identify and shift unhelpful thought patterns and behaviours. It is useful for anxiety, depression, stress and situations where skill-building and goal-focused work can produce measurable improvements.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) combines acceptance strategies with values-based action, helping people tolerate difficult emotions while committing to meaningful change. It supports those facing chronic stress, persistent worries or the need to re-orient life around personal values.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Julia works collaboratively with clients and with other registered professionals when appropriate to decide which methods best match a person’s goals, needs and preferences, adapting the work as progress unfolds.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can be scheduled as video calls or phone conversations, and shorter contacts can take place via live chat or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives, provide continuity during transitions, and allow people to receive consistent support from a registered therapist without travelling to appointments.