Taking The First Step...

You can book a FREE initial 20-minute chat (telephone call or via 'Zoom') to allow us to get a good sense of each other to see if we are the right 'fit' and is a great opportunity for you to ask me any questions you may have. We can discuss your needs and schedule a session at a time that works best for you. You can do this by contacting:

Email:         info@readywhenyouare.online

Office:        01502 443 279

WhatsApp:  07518243219

Voicemail:   07518243219

Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/profile.phpid=61557378953151

Instagram:  readywhenyouarecounselling

Our personal messages and calls via WhatsApp are end-to-end-encrypted. Nobody outside of our connection, not even WhatsApp can read or listen to them. It is simple, reliable and private.

Home Visits: If you or a loved one experience mobility, technology or transportation difficulties, I can come to you - sessions can be had in the comfort of your own home. (available upon a prior risk assessment at your property).   

FREE TRAVEL COST WITHIN A 3 MILE RADIUS OF MY LOCATION IN OULTON BROAD. £1 per mile therafter.

Online Support: Available anywhere in England- (excluding Scotland, Wales and Ireland due to differences in laws and legislation). Your individual session link will be sent to your email once the fee has been received.

Online group sessions will be planned and offered detailing dates and times in an email link.

Personal Video to Follow

Is anxiety creeping into every aspect of your life?

Does it feel like a storm raging inside you—waves of worry crashing over your thoughts, leaving you exhausted from trying to stay afloat? Maybe you feel stuck, unsure how to quiet the noise in your mind, or like no one truly understands what you're going through.

And what about your relationships? Is anxiety affecting the way you connect with others—or even the way you see yourself?

Maybe you’re constantly second-guessing yourself in relationships, worried about saying the wrong thing or feeling like you're "too much." Or perhaps you struggle with setting boundaries, feeling guilty when you say no. Anxiety has a way of making you question your worth, your decisions, even your place in the world.

But here’s the truth: You are not alone in this, and you don’t have to navigate it on your own.

At Ready When You Are Counseling, I offer a safe, compassionate space where you can begin to make sense of your anxiety, strengthen your relationships, and rebuild the most important relationship of all—the one you have with yourself.

My goal is to help you feel heard, supported, and empowered—to equip you with practical strategies and deeper self-awareness so you can move forward with confidence.

No judgment.

No pressure.

Just real, meaningful conversations to help you find your way back to yourself.

Anxiety can feel like a constant, overwhelming presence, affecting how you think, feel, and interact with the world around you. From sleepless nights to persistent worry and avoidance, anxiety often feels like a battle fought alone. It can touch every aspect of life, making daily tasks seem daunting and disrupting your emotional well-being. In a client-centred approach to understanding anxiety, the focus is on you—your experiences, your feelings, and your path to healing. You are not defined by your anxiety, and through compassionate support, you can regain control of your life.

The Life-Altering Impact of Anxiety.

Anxiety is more than just feeling stressed or worried. It can be paralysing, impacting your ability to enjoy life, form healthy relationships, and pursue personal goals. For some, anxiety presents as a generalised sense of unease or dread that never seems to go away. Others may experience intense fear or panic in certain situations, such as social gatherings, work settings, or when facing new challenges. The constant sense of danger or uncertainty often takes a toll on self-esteem, relationships, and overall quality of life.

Anxiety affects your mind and body, manifesting in symptoms like rapid heartbeat, difficulty concentrating, irritability, and even physical issues like headaches or digestive problems. Over time, anxiety can become isolating, as it may feel easier to withdraw from situations that trigger fear or discomfort. While the challenges of living with anxiety are very real, it's important to recognise that healing is possible, and it starts with understanding your unique experience and needs.

A client-centred approach to anxiety

A client-centred approach places you at the heart of the healing process. It acknowledges that your experience of anxiety is personal and unique, and it respects your ability to lead the way towards your own recovery. This approach emphasises empathy, unconditional positive regard, and creating a safe space where you feel understood, valued, and empowered to share your feelings without judgment.

Rather than focusing solely on symptom management, a client-centred view of anxiety explores the deeper layers of your experience.

***What triggers your anxiety?

***How does it affect your daily life, your sense of self, and your relationships?

By answering these questions, therapy becomes a collaborative process where you are an active participant in your journey to healing.

Attachment and Existential Theory

Attachment theory explores how your early relationships may influence your anxiety. If you’ve experienced insecure attachments in childhood—whether through abandonment, inconsistency, emotional neglect or not having your basic needs met—these patterns can shape how you relate to others and experience anxiety in adulthood. By exploring these attachment wounds, you can begin to heal past traumas and build more secure, supportive relationships, which can significantly reduce the stress of anxiety.

The Path to Healing.

Healing from anxiety is not an overnight process, but with a client-centred, integrative approach, you can make meaningful strides toward regaining control over your life. You are not defined by your anxiety, so by understanding and addressing the thoughts, emotions, and relational patterns contributing to your distress, you can develop the tools and insights needed to overcome it. Through this process, you’ll rediscover a sense of peace, self-compassion, and resilience—ultimately allowing you to live life with greater ease and fulfilment.

"Will I Ever Feel ‘Normal’ Again?"

The short answer? Yes. But it may look different from what you expect.

Right now, anxiety might feel like it’s controlling your life, making even the smallest tasks feel overwhelming. It’s exhausting, frustrating, and at times, it can make you wonder if things will ever change.

But therapy can help you learn how to ride the waves, rather than be swallowed by them.

Through our sessions, you can:
✅ Identify the root causes of your anxiety so you can address them at their core
✅ Recognize your triggers and develop strategies to manage them
✅ Learn coping techniques like mindfulness, grounding, and nervous system regulation to help you regain control

You won’t always feel the way you do now. With patience, consistency, and self-compassion, you will build resilience. You will regain confidence. And most importantly—you will start to feel like yourself again.

Anxiety can make you feel lost—like you’re searching for a map, desperate for someone to tell you which path to take. But what if the answers aren’t about “fixing” yourself… but about trusting yourself?

You are the expert in your own life. My role isn’t to tell you what to do but to help you uncover the strengths, wisdom, and inner resources you already have.

That said, I do believe there’s a place for coaching within therapy. While person-centered counseling is about exploration and self-discovery, I also provide practical suggestions, alternative perspectives, and gentle guidance to help you see new possibilities.

Together, we can explore:
✨ What’s holding you back and how to break free from it
✨ Practical techniques to manage anxious thoughts and emotions
✨ New ways of thinking and responding that bring you relief and confidence

You won’t be alone in this process—I’ll be here to support and guide you every step of the way.

It’s easy to believe that talking won’t change anything, that you should just “push through” or that no one will understand. But the truth is, talking is one of the most powerful ways to take back control.

Think of your anxiety like a tangled knot—the more you ignore it, the tighter it gets. But when you begin to talk, it’s like loosening the strands, making it easier to see the patterns and understand what’s really going on.

In our sessions, I offer a safe, supportive space where you can:
💡 Express your emotions without fear of judgment
💡 Gain clarity on why you feel the way you do
💡 Recognize patterns that keep you stuck and find ways to shift them

When it comes to relationships—when you understand yourself better, you naturally begin to connect with others in a healthier way. Whether it’s a partner, a friend, a family member, or even your own self-talk, healing your relationship with yourself allows you to build stronger, more fulfilling connections.

You are not broken. Your feelings are valid, and you already have the strength within you to heal. Sometimes, the first step is simply allowing yourself to be heard.

Your first session is an opportunity for us to get to know each other. We can discuss what brings you to counselling and how we can work together towards your goals.

We will progress at a pace which is comfortable for you. You are in control. 

A trusting, therapeutic relationship is the foundation towards growth and transformation. 

Making an Informed Decision 

The Counselling Agreement and Policies will be sent to you before our first session is booked. This is standard ethical practice, outlining the boundaries around confidentiality and terms and conditions within our professional relationship... If you are happy, we can go ahead, beginning your path to wellness and balance.

According to the British Association for Counselling Professionals (BACP 2018) person-centred counselling is one of the humanistic modalities or approaches. Given the right conditions, a person can reach their full potential and become their true self, which is termed ‘self-actualisation’. 'This actualisation process is innate and accessible to everyone'. 

The underpinning principles of the person-centred approach are focused on the counsellor being honest, non-judgmental and fully accepting whilst being fully integrated with the relationship, allowing the client to lead and set the pace. I commit to offering these conditions as best as I can during our relationship.

To Help You Achieve Self-Actualisation, I Offer:

Unconditional positive regard (UPR) – Accepting and valuing you.

Congruence - Being honest and transparent in how I experience your world.

Empathic understanding – Seeing your viewpoint as if I were you.

Discover Your Own Abilities.

I will help you to realise what resources and support are available to you that you can use to work through your issues, build your self-confidence and appreciate that you always have options. I will treat you as the expert on yourself, as no one else knows exactly what it’s like to be you.

I will not judge you, no matter what you bring to the session. This helps build a trustworthy relationship in which you can feel free and supported to disclose whatever is troubling you. Eventually, it will lead you to discover your own abilities and autonomy, so that you can cope with current and future problems.

(bacp.co.uk)

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'As no one else can know how we perceive, we are the best experts on ourselves'.

(Carl Rogers, 1969)

Existential Counselling in a Nutshell.

A 3-minute video, hosted by Emmy Van Deurzen. Available at:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aaYuxnonF5U&ab_channel=EmmyvanDeurzen

I have attached a more INDEPTH video. YouTube link to ponder.

Emmy Van Deurzen explores Existential Philosophy and Psychotherapy and breaks it down into smaller pieces. 

She suggests some exercises that you may want to try.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JCo266WuzJg&t=1679s&ab_channel=TheWeekendUniversity

About me...

Ready When You Are Counselling Services, is a growing provider of person-centred counselling.

I am a professional, REGISTERED member of the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy), where I am bound by and adhere to the Ethical Framework, providing safety and competency within my private practice. 

The BACP has awarded me with a Certificate of Proficiency.

I offer a fully insured service at the PLATINUM level.

ACTO Qualified, licenced and insured in Online Counselling. 

I am a professional and REGISTERED member of the NCPS (National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society which highlights my commitment to providing a professional and confidential service. 

As part of my professional practice and adhering to accreditation guidelines, I undertake continuous professional and personal development (CPD). These teachings keep me up-to-date with legal, medical and professional developments, supporting clients with competence, confidence and proficiency. 

I undertake regular, professional supervision, required by the BACP. Supervision challenges my ethical practice, ensuring I am working with YOUR best interest as the focal discipline. Any safeguarding concerns will be shared with my supervisor, your identity will be concealed and remain confidential in general discussions. More information regarding confidentiality is available on request.

I have accumulated over 13 years of experience in the safeguarding field, working directly with children, adolescents, and adults, as well as within SEND, families of those receiving palliative care, and other specialised agencies. 

I hold an array of nationally recognised professional qualifications, including 'prevent' and other specialised areas, supporting unique, diverse, client, societal and group issues.

As much as humanly possible, I ensure confidentiality through secure, encrypted communication channels within our online sessions and a private, safe space for in-person sessions.

PRIVATE MESSAGES and CALLS: Our personal messages and calls via WhatsApp are end-to-end-encrypted. Nobody outside of our connection, not even WhatsApp, can read or listen to them. It is simple, reliable and private.

ONLINE: In line with the governing body's and Ready When You Are's contracting policies, NO sessions (via Zoom) will be rec,orded by either party nor will any other persons be present while in session - this includes children. 

HOME VISITS: Will carry the same values with confidentiality, working ethically with client autonomy and safety at the heart of the matter. NO sessions will be recorded by either party, nor will any other persons be present while in session - this includes children.

Home visits will require a risk assessment before sessions commence.

Confidentiality is treated with the highest regard.

Any information shared is treated with the utmost respect and discretion. This coincides with the governing body's code of conduct and commitment to clients' policies (BACP and NSCP). Further information is detailed within the Counselling Contract.

Additionally, I am a registered member of the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO, 2021).  I work within the strict boundaries of confidence regarding The General Data Protection Regulation Compliance Guidelines (GDPR, 2016) 

I hold Platinum Public and Professional Liability insurance cover with Towergate. 

Privacy Policy.

Sharpe. J (2024)

Julie Sharpe, counselling Consultant at Ready When You Are Counselling Services, herein after referred to as RWYA takes privacy seriously.

The following principles underpin my approach to respecting your privacy.

1. I value trust that you place in may by giving me your personal information. I will always use your personal information in a way that is fair and worthy of that trust.
2. I will provide clear information about how I used your personal information. I will always be transparent with you about what information I collect, what I do with it, and who you should contact if you have any concerns.
3. I will take all reasonable steps to protect your information from misuse and keep it secure.
4. I will comply with all applicable data protection laws and regulations and I will cooperate with data protection authorities.

This privacy policy explains the types of personal information we collect and how we use, disclose and protect that information.

What does this Privacy Policy apply to?

This privacy policy applies to personal information collected by RWYA in connection with the services I offer. Find out more about RWYA at, www.readywhenyouare.online

This includes information collected through the website and programme bookings.

This privacy policy also applies to some RWYA website content, including the promotion of RWYA services.

Your Consent.

By using the RWYA Website, you are consenting for Julie Sharpe to collect and store your personal information in accordance with this Privacy Policy, in line with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) guidelines.

www.gov.uk/dataprotection and www.gdpr.eu

RWYA will only collect, use or disclose your personal information where it is fair and lawful to do so. In most cases I will ask for your consent explicitly, but in some cases I may infer consent from your actions and behaviour. Details within Point 12: Service Contract: Client Confidentiality.

What Information do we Collect?

In this privacy policy, your ‘personal information’ refers to pieces of information that could allow you to be identified. This typically includes information such as your name, address and telephone number, but can also include other information such as your current medication or emergency contact details.

RWYA will take all reasonable precautions to keep your personal information secure. Access to your personal information is restricted to prevent unauthorised access. Please refer to 1, 2, 12 in your Service Contract: Broadband Security, Equipment Security and Confidentiality.

If you have any questions, comments or concerns about how I handle your personal information, please feel free to contact Julie Sharpe by emailing, info@readywhenyouare.online alternatively, via WhatsApp on 07518 243 219

You have the right to decide if you:

*Would like a copy of the personal information I hold about you.

*Would like me to correct or update your personal information in my records.

*Wish to report any misuse of your personal information.

Thank you.

Julie Sharpe (BA, MBACP)

Ready When You Are.

info@readywhenyouare.online

Mobile / Text:  07518 243 219   

Office No:       01502 443279

Facebook: Ready When You are Counselling

What is Counselling Supervision? 

Supervisors are fully trained to review work with counsellors. Professional counsellors pay fees for this professional service.  This work incorporates the ensuring of ethical practises with councillors with their clients, as well as a counsellor’s other areas of professional and personal development. Supervision is a highly professional service without being a managerial role - it is a highly correct practice. The supervisor acts as a consultant. Some counsellors also use group supervision, in which several professional counsellors will confer on each other’s work adhering to boundaries of confidentiality. For more information, visit www.readywhenyouare.online 

Who needs supervision?

Most professional bodies in the UK such as the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP, 2018) require their members to undertake supervision - it is viewed as an ethical imperative.

A client who encounter a therapist/counsellor without engaging in supervision should probably consider carefully whether they wish to work with that therapist/counsellor. A counsellor engaging in supervision should provide peace of mind to a client, with the knowledge that they are being supported with their best interests at the heart of the matter.

Why is counselling supervision needed?

Supervision exists for two reasons:

1, to protect clients, and

2, to improve the ability of counsellors to provide value for their clients.

Supervision protects clients by involving an impartial third party in the work of the counsellor and client. This helps to reduce the risk of serious oversight and assists the counsellor concerned to reflect on their own feelings, thoughts, behaviour and general approach with the client, Revisiting boundaries and ethical requirements for good practice.

These opportunities to reflect on how they relate to the client, as well as to gain insights from the perspective of another therapist/ counsellor, in a way which adds value to the service counsellors provide to their clients.

*In this respect, supervision is somewhat analogous to peer review in the publishing process: few professional scientists would expect to be able to publish their results without peer review, and the quality of the scientific literature is undoubtedly better than it would be without the positive influence of the peer review process.

What does supervision mean for confidentiality?

The practice of supervision means that many details provided by clients are shared with people other than the counsellor. However, confidentiality is still safeguarded because:

1, Individually identifying information (such as full name) is not revealed, and

2, information shared in supervision is itself protected under a contract of confidentiality and normally may not be shared outside the supervision relationship.

In other words, while some client details are shared within the supervision relationship, these are not traceable back to the specific individual client, and they do not normally pass beyond the supervision relationship (it is possible that a supervisor might bring supervisees client information to their supervisor if for some reason they are struggling with the supervisee).

If you have doubts or questions about counselling supervision.

Although supervision should be implemented in an ethically rigorous way that will serve to protect the interests of clients, a client may well have questions about their own counsellor's supervision arrangements. A client has every right to ask how their counsellor is supervised, and any counsellor/ psychotherapist should be able to provide details of their supervision arrangements, such as the nature of the supervision relationship and the number of hours spent in supervision either by month or relative to the counsellor's caseload.  

Julie Sharpe (BA, (Hons) IBACP.

Ready When You Are

Office:         01502 445 279  

WhatsApp:   07518 243 219

Email:         info@readywhenyouare.online

Website:      www.readywhenyouare.online 

Facebook:    Ready When You are Counselling