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Jurgen Schwarz, BACP

Credentials
BACP
Experience
4 years
Practising in
United Kingdom
Languages
English, German
Sessions
Online only
Client ages
Adults, 18 and over

Works with Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesGriefDepressionCoping with life changes

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Jurgen Schwarz is a counsellor and psychotherapist practising in the United Kingdom. He holds a diploma in counselling and is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). Jurgen offers a calm, non-judgemental space where people can talk at their own pace.

He has four years of practice and experience working with organisations such as Mind, the NHS, and the Alzheimer’s Society. He has also volunteered with Cruse Bereavement Support and the Samaritans, supporting people through bereavement and crisis moments.

Background and approach

Jurgen draws on that background when helping people through loss and major life changes. Jurgen blends a direct, clear style with warmth and attentiveness. He combines different approaches to suit each person, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, client-centred work and cognitive behavioural techniques.

Sessions are conversational and practical, focused on what helps day to day. People see him for stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, grief, depression, low self-esteem, loneliness, anger and work-related pressure. He also supports people facing intimacy-related issues, trauma and abuse, and a range of life transitions.

Additional focus areas include body image, caregiving stress, divorce and multicultural concerns. Jurgen works in English and German and offers a particularly warm welcome to older adults. He explains options clearly and helps people find ways to manage emotions, rebuild routine, and discover renewed purpose in life.

How Jurgen's approaches work online

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, focuses on helping people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then commit to actions that match their values. It is often used for anxiety, depression and life transitions. Client-Centred Therapy puts the person at the heart of the work, using empathetic listening and acceptance to help people find their own solutions and gain self-understanding. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and behaviours and offers practical techniques to change unhelpful patterns, often used for anxiety, low mood and stress.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Jurgen works collaboratively to understand each person's needs, goals and preferences and will suggest ways of working that might suit them best. He adapts the methods used over time in response to what is helpful.

Online therapy gives practical flexibility. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation for deeper exchanges. Phone sessions can fit into a lunch break or need less bandwidth. Live chat and text messaging are useful for shorter check-ins or when typing feels easier than speaking. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care and to fit therapy around life commitments, while working with registered or accredited professionals and therapists in the United Kingdom.
What problems does Jurgen help with?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, grief, depression and relationship concerns, among other issues such as trauma, low self-esteem and intimacy-related problems.
How would you describe his therapy style?
His style is a blend of warmth and directness. Sessions are conversational and practical, aimed at finding useful ways to cope day to day.
What is Jurgen's professional background?
He holds a diploma in counselling, has four years of experience, and has worked with Mind, the NHS and the Alzheimer’s Society, plus volunteering with Cruse and the Samaritans.
Where does he practise and what credential does he hold?
Jurgen practises in the United Kingdom and is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, listed as BACP.
Can I work with him in my language?
Sessions are offered in English and German. International clients are not currently accepted.
What formats are available for sessions?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging for online work.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

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Experience
4 years
Registered with
BACP
Languages
English, German

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