A calm and compassionate approach combining mediation, restorative practice and holistic wellbeing to help couples, families and individuals reconnect, understand one another and move forward.
Conflict is rarely only about the words being spoken. Stress, emotion, past experiences and physical wellbeing all influence how we listen, react and respond.
Ian's approach considers the whole person. Professional mediation and restorative practice are supported by carefully selected wellbeing techniques, creating a calmer and safer environment in which people can be heard without judgement.
This is not legal mediation and no one is asked to prove that they are right. The purpose is to restore communication, improve relationships and create practical, sustainable ways forward.
Create space for honest conversation, reduce recurring conflict and rebuild mutual understanding.
Navigate difficult dynamics and restore communication between family members in a neutral setting.
Help both generations feel heard, understood and better equipped to move forward together.
Gain clarity, strengthen communication and turn uncertainty into purposeful action through mentoring.
Each journey begins with a free discovery call, followed by a structured five-session programme tailored to the people involved.
A private 30-minute conversation to understand the situation, identify the needs of those involved and agree the most appropriate next steps, including whether sessions will be online or in person.
The programme alternates communication-led work with supportive wellbeing practices before bringing both elements together.
The final session reflects on the journey, identifies progress and consolidates any agreements, tools and new ways of communicating that can support long-term change.
Slowing the body and mind can reduce defensiveness and make it easier to listen.
Mindfulness and reflection can help separate immediate emotion from what genuinely needs to change.
Participants are supported to communicate honestly without judgement, blame or escalation.
The goal is not a temporary truce, but more constructive ways of communicating beyond the sessions.
A structured programme combining mediation, restorative conversation and tailored wellbeing practices.
One-to-one guidance using the three C's of mentoring: clarity, communication and commitment.
Ian is a holistic practitioner with more than 25 years' experience across mediation, restorative practice, family group conferencing, youth mentoring and wellbeing.
He spent fifteen years volunteering with a charitable mediation service and has trained professionals in restorative practice for Kent County Council since 2007. His professional background also includes youth justice, safeguarding, family group conferencing and mentoring.
Alongside this work, Ian has explored meditation for over 30 years. He teaches Tai Chi Qigong, facilitates gong meditations and co-founded Club Chi with his wife Lorraine. This combination of communication work and wellbeing practice became the foundation of Holistic Mediation.
Everyone is given space to speak and is asked to listen without interruption or judgement.
Ian manages boundaries, risk and safeguarding throughout every session.
Ian remains impartial and does not take sides or impose an outcome.
The emphasis is on practical change and healthier ways of moving forward.
Ian holds an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and appropriate professional insurance. His training spans mediation, restorative justice, safeguarding, groupwork, systemic practice, communication and holistic wellbeing.
Whether you're navigating conflict, rebuilding trust or simply looking for a healthier way to communicate, Holistic Mediation provides a calm, supportive environment where every voice can be heard.
Book your free discovery call and begin your journey towards understanding, clarity and lasting resolution.