Julia Garnham
York,East Riding
Summary
Dedicated professional with expertise in trauma-informed care and psychoeducation delivery. Proficient in Microsoft Office, documentation, and case notes documentation. Skilled in post-traumatic stress disorder treatment and suicide risk assessment, demonstrating patience and calmness in high-pressure situations. Committed to enhancing mental health support through evidence-based practices and continuous learning.
Compassionate and aspiring individual with highly relevant transferable skills in active listening and conflict resolution. Demonstrates strong communication abilities and empathy, crucial for building trust and rapport with clients. Ready to make meaningful impact in a counselling role.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
14
14
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pluralistic Counsellor
Anjunha Counselling and Psychotherapy
York
10.2023 - 04.2025
- Self employed
- Working remotely, counselling clients with a variety of issues, including trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, phobias, work based issues, grief and loss.
- Created individualised treatment plans to drive client progress.
- Provided crisis intervention during critical moments, mitigating risk.
- Ensured ethical practices at all times adhering to counselling standards.
- Applied person-centred, cognitive-behavioural and mindfulness approaches, adapting techniques to individual preferences.
Trauma Counsellor
Survive
York
08.2022 - 04.2025
- Work as a trauma informed therapist, supporting survivors of sexual and domestic abuse
- Established trusting relationships with clients, promoting open communication.
- Conducted initial intake interviews to establish treatment goals.
- Ensured ethical practices at all times adhering to counselling standards.
- Led workshops on stress management, improving workplace wellness programmes.
- Managed confidential client records, ensuring privacy and security.
- Assisted clients in coping with traumatic events, fostering resilience.
- Implemented mindfulness-based interventions resulting in enhanced wellbeing.
- Developed and implemented effective coping strategies, facilitating recovery.
- Demonstrated ethical conduct, adhering to confidentiality guidelines and maintaining boundaries.
Trauma informed support worker
SURVIVE
York
09.2020 - 08.2023
- Supporting victims who have experienced sexual violence and childhood sexual abuse
Home Helper
Self employed
York
01.2009 - 09.2020
- Helping elderly people in their homes
- Cleaning and shopping
- Ironing
- Collecting prescriptions
- Food preparation
- Befriending
Domestic Abuse Practitioner
Independent Domestic Abuse Service IDAS
Selby
09.2017 - 07.2020
- Supporting victims of domestic abuse both emotionally and practically
- Risk assessing and safety planning
- Working with multi agencies including Children and adult social care, police, housing and drug and alcohol services
- Writing reports
- Attending MARACs
- Supporting clients through the court system
- Recording information onto a data base
Restaurant Manager
Russell's Restaurants
York
05.2001 - 09.2009
- Staff training
- Restaurant Organisation
- Stock taking
- Dealing with suppliers
- Handling money
- Customer service
Kitchen Assistant
Hotel Alpina
01.2001 - 04.2001
- Company Overview: Switzerland
- Preparing food
- Working with different nationalities
- Switzerland
Restaurant Supervisor
The Jefferson Arms
York
01.2000 - 01.2001
- Serving of food and beverages
- Organizing staff
- Customer Service
Library Assistant
City of York Council
York
01.1999 - 01.2000
- Working in both lending and reference library
- Customer Service
Beauty Therapist
Body World Fitness Centre
York
01.1989 - 06.1994
- Carrying out a variety of beauty treatments
- Reception work
Education
Diploma of Higher Education - Hypnotherapy and introduction to counselling skills
Chrysalis Courses Leeds Trinity College
10.2019 - current/2020
Certificate of Higher Education- level 5 - Counselling and Psychotherapeutic skills
Chrysalis
10.2019 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Applied Social Science
St Johns
10.1995 - 07.1998
A-Level or equivalent - Access in Humanities and Social Science
York College of Arts and Technology
09.1994 - 06.1995
Diploma of Higher Education - ITEC Beauty Therapy
York College of Arts and technology
09.1988 - 06.1989
Diploma of Higher Education - City and Guilds Hairdressing
Selby Tertiary College
09.1986 - 06.1988
GCSE or equivalent - Maths, English, History, Art, Human Biology, Chemistry, French
Fulford comprehensive
09.1981 - 06.1986
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Documentation
- Case notes documentation
- Trauma-informed care
- Patience and calmness
- Psychoeducation delivery
- Post-Traumatic stress disorder treatment
- Suicide risk assessment
Certification
- Full UK Driving Licence, 06/01/88, Present
- Trauma, the brain and recovery, 01/01/20, Present
- Domestic Abuse, Basic Awareness Training, 04/01/16
- Samaritans Training, 08/01/14
- Accredited member of National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society, 10/01/23
- , 10/31/24
- Integrative Complex trauma treatment certificate, 09/01/23, Present
Additional Information
I am a trauma-informed counsellor with extensive experience working with survivors of domestic and sexual abuse and clients experiencing complex trauma. In my current role at a charity, I provide one-on-one counselling, using trauma-sensitive approaches to support individuals through their healing journey. I collaborate closely with clients to develop personalised treatment plans, ensuring that each session fosters a safe, non-judgmental environment that promotes emotional well-being and resilience. My experience also includes working with survivors of domestic abuse, where I facilitated group therapy and educational workshops designed to empower and support clients in rebuilding their lives. I have undergone specialised training in trauma-informed care, allowing me to deliver long-term therapeutic support. As a volunteer with Samaritans, I provided emotional support to individuals in distress, honing my skills in active listening, crisis support, and compassionate communication. My dedication to supporting individuals through challenging times is underscored by a deep commitment to fostering positive mental health outcomes and facilitating meaningful change in the lives of those I work with. In addition to my other professional role, I work for myself offering integrative counselling services, supporting individuals through a wide range of personal challenges. My approach is tailored to meet the unique needs of each client, drawing on various therapeutic techniques to address issues such as depression, anxiety, grief and loss, relationship difficulties, and workplace-related stress. I provide a safe and compassionate space for people to explore their emotions and navigate through difficult times, helping them to find clarity and develop coping strategies for personal growth and well-being. I have led staff training at Survive, focusing on trauma-informed care, equipping the team with essential knowledge and skills to support survivors of trauma. My training sessions covered the psychological and physiological impacts of trauma, emphasizing the importance of creating a safe, empathetic environment for clients. I guided staff through best practices for recognizing trauma responses and tailoring their support to the unique needs of each individual. This training aimed to enhance the team's confidence in delivering trauma-sensitive services, fostering a deeper understanding of how to support clients through their healing journey.
Custom
Bachelor's
Personal Information
- Total Experience: 10
- Industry: Healthcare
Timeline
Pluralistic Counsellor
Anjunha Counselling and Psychotherapy
10.2023 - 04.2025
Trauma Counsellor
Survive
08.2022 - 04.2025
Trauma informed support worker
SURVIVE
09.2020 - 08.2023
Diploma of Higher Education - Hypnotherapy and introduction to counselling skills
Chrysalis Courses Leeds Trinity College
10.2019 - current/2020
Certificate of Higher Education- level 5 - Counselling and Psychotherapeutic skills
Chrysalis
10.2019 - 06.2023
Domestic Abuse Practitioner
Independent Domestic Abuse Service IDAS
09.2017 - 07.2020
Home Helper
Self employed
01.2009 - 09.2020
Restaurant Manager
Russell's Restaurants
05.2001 - 09.2009
Kitchen Assistant
Hotel Alpina
01.2001 - 04.2001
Restaurant Supervisor
The Jefferson Arms
01.2000 - 01.2001
Library Assistant
City of York Council
01.1999 - 01.2000
Bachelor of Arts - Applied Social Science
St Johns
10.1995 - 07.1998
A-Level or equivalent - Access in Humanities and Social Science
York College of Arts and Technology
09.1994 - 06.1995
Beauty Therapist
Body World Fitness Centre
01.1989 - 06.1994
Diploma of Higher Education - ITEC Beauty Therapy
York College of Arts and technology
09.1988 - 06.1989
Diploma of Higher Education - City and Guilds Hairdressing
Selby Tertiary College
09.1986 - 06.1988
GCSE or equivalent - Maths, English, History, Art, Human Biology, Chemistry, French
Fulford comprehensive
09.1981 - 06.1986
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