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Julia Jakeman, BACP, NCPS

Integrative support for individuals and couples
  • Addiction and alcohol concerns
  • Relationship and communication support
  • Space to be heard

About Julia Jakeman

Julia Jakeman is an integrative counsellor and therapist who works with adults and couples, drawing on experience from more than 1,000 hours of both face-to-face and remote therapy. She supports clients across a broad range of concerns, with a particular focus on addiction and problematic alcohol use.

Her work centers on helping people explore both self and relationship patterns, whether the goal is short-term support or longer-term therapeutic change. Julia aims to offer a steady space where clients can slow down, reflect, and feel genuinely seen and heard as they make sense of what is happening and what they want to be different moving forward.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Also Specializes In

Family conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCoping with life changesADHD

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 5 years of experience.

Is Julia Jakeman a licensed therapist?

Yes. Julia Jakeman holds credentials with BACP and NCPS.

In which languages does Julia Jakeman provide therapy?

Julia Jakeman provides therapy in English.

Where is Julia Jakeman located?

Julia Jakeman 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, depending on what feels most comfortable and practical.

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 canceled 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. 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.

Therapeutic Approaches That Translate Well Online

Julia Jakeman draws from integrative therapy and can incorporate approaches that focus on how people connect, cope, and communicate. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early and current relationship experiences shape patterns such as closeness, distance, and trust. It can be especially helpful when relationship dynamics, fear of abandonment, or repeated cycles feel hard to shift.

Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) supports individuals and couples in identifying emotions beneath conflict and creating more responsive ways of relating. It often centers on strengthening emotional connection and improving communication when arguments, disconnection, or unresolved hurts keep repeating.

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a structured approach that helps people process distressing experiences in a paced, supported way. It is commonly used when past experiences continue to feel present or easily triggered.

Finding the right fit is part of the work. Julia collaborates with clients to clarify goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful, adjusting the approach as therapy unfolds.

Online therapy also offers flexibility. Sessions can take place through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to access support from home, fit therapy around a busy schedule, and stay connected between sessions when needed.

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