Julia Jakeman, BACP, NCPS

Integrative counsellor for relationships and addiction

Addiction and alcohol focus
Couples and relationship therapy
Flexible online sessions

About Julia Jakeman

Julia Jakeman is an integrative counsellor and therapist based in the United Kingdom who brings five years of professional experience and more than 1,000 hours of direct clinical work with adults and couples. She blends established therapeutic methods to support people facing stress, anxiety, addiction and problematic alcohol use, relationship difficulties, trauma, depression, low self-esteem, grief and a range of family and intimacy-related concerns. Julia works with both short-term and longer-term therapy processes, offering a practical and reflective space where clients can explore patterns in the self and in relationships and begin to make meaningful changes.

She provides both face-to-face and remote sessions, accepting international clients and offering flexible options to suit different needs. Julia holds professional registrations including BACP and NCPS - BACP is a recognised professional counselling association and NCPS denotes a professional registration for counsellors and psychotherapists. Her approach is collaborative and attentive, focused on creating room for clients to be seen and heard while working toward clearer understanding and more effective coping.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety AddictionsRelationship issuesSelf esteem Depression

Also Specializes In

Family conflictsTrauma and abuse Grief Intimacy-related issuesEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCoping with life changes ADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-Based Therapy Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Gottman Method Imago Relationship Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Julia Jakeman have?

Julia Jakeman has five years of experience.

Is Julia Jakeman a registered therapist?

Yes, she holds these credentials: BACP, NCPS. BACP is a professional counselling association and NCPS denotes a professional registration for counsellors and psychotherapists.

In which languages does Julia Jakeman provide therapy?

Julia provides therapy in English.

Where is Julia Jakeman located?

Julia is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Julia Jakeman as my therapist?

You can work with Julia Jakeman through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Julia Jakeman work with international clients?

Yes, Julia Jakeman works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Julia Jakeman 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Approaches for Online Work and Relationship Support

Attachment-Based Therapy helps people understand how early relationship patterns influence current emotions and connections. It is useful for those struggling with intimacy, abandonment concerns, or repeated relationship difficulties. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) focuses on identifying and reshaping emotional responses within relationships to strengthen connection and resolve recurring conflicts. It is commonly used in couples work and in therapies where emotional bonding is central. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a structured approach aimed at processing distressing memories and trauma-related symptoms so they have less emotional charge and influence on daily life.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Julia Jakeman works collaboratively with clients to identify which methods best match their needs, goals and preferences, adapting the plan as work progresses to ensure a good fit.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging make it easier to access care from home, while fitting around work, family and travel commitments. For many people this accessibility supports regular engagement and consistent progress with registered professionals and therapists.

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