- Grief and bereavement
- Anxiety and depression
- Values and purpose
About Jurgen
Jurgen Schwarz is a BACP-registered counsellor and psychotherapist practising in the United Kingdom with four years' experience. He works with adults on issues such as grief, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, loneliness, anger and work-related stress. Jurgen also supports people dealing with the emotional effects of dementia and welcomes older adults in particular.
He trained with a diploma in counselling and has additional certifications in online and telephone counselling. Jurgen's background includes roles with Mind, the NHS and the Alzheimer’s Society, plus volunteering with Cruse Bereavement Support and the Samaritans. That mix of settings informs how he responds to difficult life moments.
Jurgen describes his style as direct and attentive. He listens without judgment and avoids telling people what to do. Sessions tend to focus on what matters now - feelings, daily challenges and the steps someone can try between meetings.
He uses several well-established approaches, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Client-Centred work and psychodynamic ideas. In practice this means helping people notice difficult thoughts, try small behavioural experiments and reflect on long-standing patterns that affect current life.
People who come when they feel stuck after a change or loss often find Jurgen helpful because he blends practical tasks with space to talk. He encourages thinking about life purpose and making choices that fit a person's values. Sessions are offered in English and German and he works with a wide range of adult clients.
To begin, Jurgen asks people to complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session. The service uses a cancellable subscription for sessions, with fees that vary by location.
Therapeutic approaches explained and online practicalities
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) encourages people to notice thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then take actions guided by personal values. It can help with anxiety, low mood and questions about life purpose.Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) focuses on the links between thoughts, feelings and behaviours. It helps people test unhelpful thinking patterns and try concrete changes to daily routines and reactions.
Client-Centred Therapy emphasises being heard. The therapist listens closely and follows the pace the client sets, which often supports work on loneliness, grief and self-esteem.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. Jurgen will discuss different methods and help decide what fits the client's needs, goals and preferences. That decision is collaborative and can change over time as circumstances evolve.
Confirm the current session options before booking, as formats are not listed here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. They can also allow people to work with a therapist who shares language or cultural background without relocating. Registered or accredited professionals offer online work alongside in-person practice, and Jurgen's training includes online and telephone counselling.
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Experience
4+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English, German
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Jurgen help with?
He works with issues such as grief, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, loneliness, anger and work-related stress, plus life purpose and the effects of dementia.
How does he approach people who feel stuck?
He combines listening with practical steps, using methods like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to notice thoughts and try small changes.
What is his professional background?
Jurgen has a diploma in counselling, additional certificates in online and telephone counselling, and four years of practice experience including roles with Mind, the NHS and the Alzheimer’s Society.
Where is he based and how is he accredited?
He practises in the United Kingdom and is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and German.
Can people outside the UK work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions arranged and paid for?
Sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time; costs vary depending on location.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.