Juliet Smart, BACP
Compassionate counsellor for life transitions
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- Calm and practical
- Focus on self-esteem
- LGBTQ+ affirming
About Juliet
She has worked with people facing LGBT concerns, grief and loss, and challenges with motivation, self-esteem and confidence. Juliet also supports those coping with anxiety, stress, relationship matters and wider life changes such as midlife crisis. Her experience includes work around trauma, parenting pressures and issues linked to ADHD.
Sessions aim to be straightforward and conversational. Juliet encourages people to say what matters most to them, then together they set small, achievable goals. She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques suited to the person’s situation rather than one fixed method.
People often come for help with day-to-day coping as well as deeper emotional work. Juliet can help examine patterns in thinking and behaviour, rehearse different ways of responding, and build clearer communication skills. Her style is calm, patient and encouraging.
If you are unsure what to expect, Juliet asks simple questions at the start to shape the work around your needs. She invites prospective clients to take the first step and complete the initial matching process to arrange a session.
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Experience
4+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Therapeutic approaches and how they work online
Juliet uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change and emotional understanding. One common approach helps people identify unhelpful thought patterns and test different ways of thinking. This method can be useful for anxiety, low mood and self-esteem concerns.Another approach she draws on supports emotional processing after loss or difficult life changes. It emphasises telling the story of what happened, noticing reactions in the body, and practising new ways of coping. This can help with grief, midlife transitions and feelings of isolation.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Juliet will ask about your goals and preferences, then suggest options and adapt techniques as you go. The plan is reviewed regularly so the work stays relevant to your needs.
Session formats are not specified in the supplied biography, so please confirm current options before booking. Many people find online counselling helps fit therapy into a busy life - it can make it easier to attend around work, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Discuss format preferences during the initial matching so sessions can be arranged to suit daily routines.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Juliet commonly help with?
She supports people facing anxiety, depression, stress and relationship worries. Her work also covers grief, self-esteem, parenting pressures and midlife crisis.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is conversational and steady, with emphasis on listening and small practical steps. Sessions aim to be non-judgemental and goal-focused.
How much professional experience does she have?
She has four years of professional work experience in the United Kingdom. That experience includes supporting people with LGBT concerns and confidence issues.
What credential does she hold and where does she practise?
She is listed with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, shown as BACP. She practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.