Testimonials

Testimonials

Testimonials for Julie Bithell

I am fortunate to have received many testimonials over the years from clients, supervisees and students. Please find a selection of them below for each of my services. They are all in the own words of those who wrote them.

I am fortunate to have received many testimonials over the years from clients, supervisees and students. Please find a selection of them below for each of my services. They are all in the own words of those who wrote them.

Counselling Testimonials

 

“I have felt safe, valued and very much heard.” – A Client.

 

“With your support I have gained my independence back…..you took time to understand….your work has had an incredible influence on my future….you have encouraged me to find myself again.” – A Client.

 

“As a headteacher I cannot recommend the work of Julie more highly. Her work to support children, parents and staff is outstanding. It has made a difference to the lives of these people which would be very hard, and often impossible, to bring about even in the most caring and supportive of schools.

Julie’s focused work with specific children who are facing very challenging circumstances has made a massive difference to the lives of our most vulnerable children. Social Services now regularly request Julie to work with children with whom they are involved, recognising, as we do, that the highly skilled work Julie undertakes is having a massive impact on children’s life chances as they embark on the next steps forward. Julie’s work with parents as part of this work is outstanding. Her ability to help parents support their children means the work has longevity too.

In addition, Julie has provided a support to parents, many who have faced very difficult issues. The fact they can come to school and see someone in confidence is helped them access the support they need. Again, the impact of the work undertaken has been amazing.

Julie has also provided support for staff, who may be facing difficulties, outside of school, or who want to support children in school who are facing particular difficulties. This work has helped staff and children alike.

Julie provides regular reports for the Governing Body, maintaining confidentiality at all times, and providing an overview of the services provided. Her work is very highly valued in school, by children, staff, parents and the Governors. Her professionalism, her care and her ability to know when help is needed is outstanding. We could not exist in the way we do without Julie.” – A Client.

Shamanism Testimonials

“I think Julie is empathic, understanding, a fantastic listener and very approachable as a therapist. Her ability to combine counselling with Shamanic work is fantastic and the Shamanic results are amazing. Through her Shamanic healing, in one session, she helped me to let go of the hurt and guilt with infant losses that I had been carrying for over 20 years. As a healer and counsellor, I couldn’t rate her higher, 10/10!” – A Client, Accrington
 
 
“I have had several Shamanic Journeys with Julie to heal various stages and areas of this life and previous lives. I feel very blessed and privileged that Julie has journeyed for me and helped me on my own personal journey for which I will always be grateful.  Julie’s time, knowledge and commitment is, without hesitation or reservation, of the utmost professional of whom I would highly recommend.” – A Client, Scotland
 
 
“Julie has trained to be a Shamanic practitioner yet her skill is more natural than learnt from training. It is part of her. Julie’s gift as a communicator puts you at ease while her wisdom and kindness encourages you to reconnect and explore your inner self. Friendly, professional and inspiring I highly recommend her work as a Shaman either privately, or in a group workshop.” – Anne, Lancashire
 
 
“Whether experiencing Shamanic or conventional therapy, with Julie as therapist, there is a sense of being in safe hands. Her solid therapeutic background is evident, whilst her down-to-earth-common-sense and kindness shine through. Definitely recommend!” – A Client, Yorkshire

Supervision Testimonials

 

“It feels good to be supervised by you and not just because of your warm, caring nature but also your professionalism. I feel that you are committed to me being the best I can be but also the safety of the client is paramount” – TB, Accrington

 

“Anyone considering Julie for supervision will not be disappointed. I cannot state enough the difference our relationship has made to both my professional and personal development”. – TF, Accrington

 

“Julie holds me in a gentle and consistent acceptance…..Whilst I struggle to accept myself.” – A Supervisee.

 

“Julie has a wealth of experience that she shares in her practice which provides opportunity for me to experience a supervisory relationship that is congruent, safe, supportive and non-judgemental, so that I can reflect on and develop my own practice”. – JM, supervisee

Training Testimonials

 

“Julie, change is such a small word that can have a big meaning. Well I have changed and that’s thanks to you. Thank you for all your time, patience and understanding. You are a brilliant teacher and I hope others get the chance to be taught by you some time soon.” – ML, Great Harwood.

 

“You have created an environment in which I have felt safe enough to explore myself and I thank you for that. You have taught me many skills and lessons on my path to becoming a counsellor….and have made me see that I am important too!! Thank you.” – DR, Haslingden.

 

“Brilliant course, learnt so much about myself……excellent tutor, couldn’t have asked for more support.” – A Student on Counselling Skills course.

 

“Julie, I will never be able to say thank you enough for what you have taught me. I now look to the future with a smile on my face. You have really inspired me and helped me to regain my strength and confidence. You are an amazing tutor and I feel privileged to have taught by you.” – CM, Great Harwood.

 

“Julie, just wanted to say a great big thank you for making the courses so enjoyable. I have never been made to feel stupid or incompetent and have only been given encouragement and support. Your teaching skills have been so good. The fact that you can suddenly adapt to any situation that is thrown at you, when questioned about everything only shows what a wonderful tutor you are…. I can’t thank you enough!” – JL, Burnley.

Counselling Testimonials

 

“I have felt safe, valued and very much heard.” – A Client.

 

“With your support I have gained my independence back…..you took time to understand….your work has had an incredible influence on my future….you have encouraged me to find myself again.” – A Client.

 

“As a headteacher I cannot recommend the work of Julie more highly. Her work to support children, parents and staff is outstanding. It has made a difference to the lives of these people which would be very hard, and often impossible, to bring about even in the most caring and supportive of schools.

Julie’s focused work with specific children who are facing very challenging circumstances has made a massive difference to the lives of our most vulnerable children. Social Services now regularly request Julie to work with children with whom they are involved, recognising, as we do, that the highly skilled work Julie undertakes is having a massive impact on children’s life chances as they embark on the next steps forward. Julie’s work with parents as part of this work is outstanding. Her ability to help parents support their children means the work has longevity too.

In addition, Julie has provided a support to parents, many who have faced very difficult issues. The fact they can come to school and see someone in confidence is helped them access the support they need. Again, the impact of the work undertaken has been amazing.

Julie has also provided support for staff, who may be facing difficulties, outside of school, or who want to support children in school who are facing particular difficulties. This work has helped staff and children alike.

Julie provides regular reports for the Governing Body, maintaining confidentiality at all times, and providing an overview of the services provided. Her work is very highly valued in school, by children, staff, parents and the Governors. Her professionalism, her care and her ability to know when help is needed is outstanding. We could not exist in the way we do without Julie.” – A Client.

Shamanism Testimonials

“I think Julie is empathic, understanding, a fantastic listener and very approachable as a therapist. Her ability to combine counselling with Shamanic work is fantastic and the Shamanic results are amazing. Through her Shamanic healing, in one session, she helped me to let go of the hurt and guilt with infant losses that I had been carrying for over 20 years. As a healer and counsellor, I couldn’t rate her higher, 10/10!” – A Client, Accrington
 
 
“I have had several Shamanic Journeys with Julie to heal various stages and areas of this life and previous lives. I feel very blessed and privileged that Julie has journeyed for me and helped me on my own personal journey for which I will always be grateful.  Julie’s time, knowledge and commitment is, without hesitation or reservation, of the utmost professional of whom I would highly recommend.” – A Client, Scotland
 
 
“Julie has trained to be a Shamanic practitioner yet her skill is more natural than learnt from training. It is part of her. Julie’s gift as a communicator puts you at ease while her wisdom and kindness encourages you to reconnect and explore your inner self. Friendly, professional and inspiring I highly recommend her work as a Shaman either privately, or in a group workshop.” – Anne, Lancashire
 
 
“Whether experiencing Shamanic or conventional therapy, with Julie as therapist, there is a sense of being in safe hands. Her solid therapeutic background is evident, whilst her down-to-earth-common-sense and kindness shine through. Definitely recommend!” – A Client, Yorkshire

Supervision Testimonials

 

“It feels good to be supervised by you and not just because of your warm, caring nature but also your professionalism. I feel that you are committed to me being the best I can be but also the safety of the client is paramount” – TB, Accrington

 

“Anyone considering Julie for supervision will not be disappointed. I cannot state enough the difference our relationship has made to both my professional and personal development”. – TF, Accrington

 

“Julie holds me in a gentle and consistent acceptance…..Whilst I struggle to accept myself.” – A Supervisee.

 

“Julie has a wealth of experience that she shares in her practice which provides opportunity for me to experience a supervisory relationship that is congruent, safe, supportive and non-judgemental, so that I can reflect on and develop my own practice”. – JM, supervisee

Training Testimonials

 

“Julie, change is such a small word that can have a big meaning. Well I have changed and that’s thanks to you. Thank you for all your time, patience and understanding. You are a brilliant teacher and I hope others get the chance to be taught by you some time soon.” – ML, Great Harwood.

 

“You have created an environment in which I have felt safe enough to explore myself and I thank you for that. You have taught me many skills and lessons on my path to becoming a counsellor….and have made me see that I am important too!! Thank you.” – DR, Haslingden.

 

“Brilliant course, learnt so much about myself……excellent tutor, couldn’t have asked for more support.” – A Student on Counselling Skills course.

 

“Julie, I will never be able to say thank you enough for what you have taught me. I now look to the future with a smile on my face. You have really inspired me and helped me to regain my strength and confidence. You are an amazing tutor and I feel privileged to have taught by you.” – CM, Great Harwood.

 

“Julie, just wanted to say a great big thank you for making the courses so enjoyable. I have never been made to feel stupid or incompetent and have only been given encouragement and support. Your teaching skills have been so good. The fact that you can suddenly adapt to any situation that is thrown at you, when questioned about everything only shows what a wonderful tutor you are…. I can’t thank you enough!” – JL, Burnley.

“You have created an environment in which I have felt safe enough to explore myself and I thank you for that. You have taught me many skills and lessons on my path to becoming a counsellor….and have made me see that I am important too! Thank you.”

DR, Haslingden

 

Julie Bithell MBACP (Snr.Accred), UKRCP Reg. Ind. Counsellor / Psychotherapist
Nelson, Lancashire
julie@juliebithellcounselling.co.uk
07974 549336