Julie Gregory-Bateman

Hi, I’m Julie.

 

Are you feeling low, worried, stressed, or struggling with decisions at the moment? I can help you to talk things through at your own pace, and we can work together on ways to change aspects of your life and the way that you feel about them. I can help you to discuss areas of uncertainty and frustration in a warm, supportive and non-judgmental atmosphere. Some people prefer to talk mainly about difficulties in the present, whilst others welcome the opportunity to look back to earlier times and understand where emotions like anger, sadness and self-doubt first came from. This can make these problems in the present much easier to deal with.

 

I offer a friendly and relaxed approach, giving time to get to know each other and for me to listen carefully to everything you would like to say. Being able to talk in complete confidence makes a real difference and offers you the space to develop new ideas and plans to move forward.

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Working with Claire Reeves since 2021, I also currently manage an adult caseworker role with a Derbyshire-wide victim led support service and am dedicated to working closely with all of my clients to provide wrap-around support through the challenging and tough times of our lives. I have a private practice through which I also offer client support.

 

My commitment is to provide a safe, confidential, non-judgmental, and open space for you to feel both welcomed and supported, and to begin on a pathway towards a clearer understanding and awareness around any present and past concerns you may have. I am a trauma-informed psychotherapist specialising in sexual abuse and incest and have specialist training in helping people re-evaluate their lives and overcome feelings of despair.

 

I have been fortunate in having a successful career in business management roles, including finance, worldwide logistics coordination, procurement, personnel, and hospitality arenas, and always seek to understand and consider how additional support opportunities might be appropriate and beneficial within the bounds of our confidential and consenting agreements. I don’t think that there is anything better than having as much support as is relevant and helpful.

 

I hold a Master of Science Degree (DIST) in Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy, a Diploma in Counselling and Psychotherapy Skills, and an Advanced Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.  I have an accreditation certificate for the study of Dementia and related patient care, am a registered member of the BACP, and am fully indemnity insured.

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Outside of my chosen career, at home, we love to support our local community projects and seek to sponsor individuals taking on new challenges and goals. We have a precious ‘four-legged’ family and so spend a great deal of time outdoors, in all weathers, and snuggled up in front of the fire and a good film during the long winter evenings!

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Availability

Saturday mornings

Sunday mornings/afternoons

Weekdays – please enquire for availability​

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Fees

£65 for 60 minute sessions 

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