My Approach

My approach is integrative, relational and developmental\. This means that I draw on different therapeutic perspectives while placing particular importance on the relationship we develop together\.

I believe that our experiences, especially our early relationships, can shape how we come to understand ourselves, manage our emotions and relate to others. Sometimes we develop ways of coping that have served us well for many years but which may no longer be helpful.

In our work together, we’ll take time to understand your experiences, what matters to you and the difficulties you may be facing\. We might explore patterns in your relationships, the expectations you place on yourself, feelings that are difficult to express, or the ways in which past experiences continue to influence your life today.

I see therapy as a collaborative process, shaped by the relationship we develop together and what you bring to each session. My approach is thoughtful, engaged and responsive. At times, I may offer observations, share different perspectives or gently challenge established ways of thinking, helping us explore experiences and patterns that might otherwise remain unnoticed.

Equally, I recognise that there are times when what matters most is simply having the space to be heard, understood and supported, without any expectation to find answers or make changes. I aim to work in a way that feels right for you, balancing curiosity and reflection with a willingness to explore difficult questions together, always at your own pace.

Although my work is grounded in psychological understanding, I also bring the perspective of someone who has spent much of his professional life navigating complex situations and supporting people through uncertainty and change. I believe this can be particularly valuable when exploring the relationship between our professional lives, personal identities and emotional wellbeing.

Therapy is not about me telling you what decisions to make or offering quick solutions. Rather, it is an opportunity for us to think together, develop greater awareness and consider new possibilities.

I offer both shorter-term and longer-term therapy, depending on your circumstances and what you hope to achieve.

About Me

I’m Julian, a UKCP registered integrative psychotherapist offering a thoughtful, supportive space to explore whatever may be happening in your life.

People come to therapy for many different reasons. You may be experiencing anxiety, difficulties in your relationships, loss, low confidence or a sense of feeling stuck. Perhaps you’re navigating a significant life change, questioning where you are in life, or simply wanting to understand yourself better.

Through my private practice and work in other therapeutic settings, I’ve had the privilege of working with people from a wide range of backgrounds, each bringing their own experiences, challenges and hopes for change.

I have a particular interest in working with people who carry significant responsibilities in their professional and personal lives. Having spent over 20 years working as a senior lawyer and leader, I understand something of the pressures of demanding careers, difficult decisions and the expectations that can come with being someone others depend upon. Sometimes, in meeting those expectations, we can lose sight of our own emotional needs, relationships and what matters most to us.

My professional background and personal life experiences have shaped the way I work as a therapist. They have taught me the importance of listening carefully, remaining curious, understanding different perspectives and recognising that there is rarely a simple answer to life’s more difficult questions.

I offer a warm, confidential and down-to-earth relationship in which we can explore what has brought you to therapy and what you would like to work towards. I don’t assume to know what is right for you. My role is to work alongside you, helping you develop a deeper understanding of yourself and discover what might be possible.

I offer psychotherapy to adults, both in person in Sheffield and online.

Types of Therapies Offered

• Integrative Psychotherapist