I'm Julie. Welcome to Start Point Therapy. I'm offering counselling and psychotherapy to help you find different ways to deal with your problems so that you can enjoy your life more. ​Working as an NHS GP for over 20 years gave me lots of experience of helping people through life's problems. I became a GP because I love talking to people and finding out all about them. Over the years,  I realised the benefits of working for longer and in more depth to really solve problems, and that led to an interest in psychology, and a four year psychotherapy training. I no longer work as a doctor, instead concentrating on my counselling and psychotherapy work. This means I can help you to deal with problems that might be affecting your happiness or enjoyment of your life. These problems might be with your physical or mental health, your work, your relationships, or something specific to you. Some people come to me knowing what the problem is, others simply know that something isn't right. Our work together allows you the time and space to really consider what is happening to you, and what you need in your future. I can offer a different perspective to friends or family, which can help you to see new solutions. Our discussion is safe and confidential, and allows you to take time to consider what you really feel and your own needs. We will work at your pace to decide what changes you want to make, and then help you work out how to make this happen.