Ways we can work together
My work centres the body, the nervous system, and the relational spaces we move through.

It’s not about fixing or optimising — it’s about building the capacity to meet life with more presence, choice, and integrity.

You can work with me in different ways, depending on what’s alive for you. I offer sessions for individuals, couples and groups as well as private retreats.

A different kind of support

This work doesn’t ask you to push harder or become someone else.

It focuses on building capacity — in your body, your relationships, and the systems you’re part of — so change can emerge without force.


Who is holding this work?

Sex and Relationship Coach, Somatic Sexologist,
Body Poem Practitioner & Relational bodyworker

Practicing in Lisbon + Algarve, Portugal.


Hi, I am Julian,

I’m a relational bodyworker and somatic coach. I support individuals, couples, and groups — online and in person — to reconnect through their bodies and relate to intimacy, sexuality, and pleasure in ways that feel more grounded, spacious, and alive.

My work centres the nervous system and the body’s own intelligence. I offer a place where you can slow down, tune in, and explore connection without needing to perform, fix yourself, or rush toward change.

This work is open to people of all genders, sexual orientations, and relationship structures.

Learn more about my approach →
  • Sacred Relationship with my body

    My series of sessions with Julian were transformative. I now have a very passionate and fulfilling relationship with my partner thanks to the work that I did with Julian. I feel more connected with my body and as a result capable of connecting with my partner at a deeper level. Julian has a vast wealth of wisdom, knowledge, sensibility and is very dedicated to his profession. He's a professional with great heart and passion for helping his clients. I highly recommend him for anyone seeking either individual our couples work
    Alex MacD
    Coach
  • Im always so surprised by the depth of opening, to life and sensation, that I feel in sessions & conversations with Julian. He is incredibly knowledgeable, passionate and committed to enabling your wholesale to express in living form to feel and emerge with trust. He links a range of embodied personal practices, such as Taoist alchemy with a plethora of course material such as sexological bodywork. He is a networker, a grounded practitioner, and a skilled magician of the mystery of life. I would absolutely recommend him to anyone looking to feel in and of life, and those wishing to kindle and express their creative potential.
    Molly Tovv
    Coach
  • I enrolled in a retreat that Julian was co-facilitating, I got introduced to his work, and I got to know him in different dimensions which brought so much into my journey.

    He took me on a journey of diving to explore new subjects and go deeper inside to discover more and more about myself.

    I went there with curiosity and came out on the other side in wide-open wonder.

    One of the things that is still with me to this day, is learning to "Feel and Follow". This represents the journey I was already in, and it expanded even further.
    Joao Pedro
    Entrepreneur + Investor
  • It is easy to learn from Julian. He has a wealth of experience and knowledge but is able to meet you where you are. I have felt that Julian holds space with real safety both in my 1:1 to one sessions and the group spaces I have attended. He is genuinely interested in helping people become more embodied and his enthusiasm and curiosity is contagious, he makes learning fun.
    Cindy May Cooper
    Retreat Facilitator + Bodyworker
  • I've had several bodywork sessions with Julian Marcus and each time it's been very beneficial, precise, subtle, rich in teaching about myself, gentle and effective.

    I highly recommend him.
    (As an osteopath myself, I must admit I find it hard to trust my body...).
    You can go with confidence.
    Martine Mas
    Oesteopath
  • Wisdom, Intuition, and Healing in Every Session

    I came to work with Julian on a friend's recommendation at a time when I needed therapeutic support, without knowing much about the specific modalities of therapy, coaching, and bodywork he specialises in. Since then, I have worked with Julian in various settings—private sessions, couples work, and group work. Sometimes, I have reached out for one-off sessions; other times, we have engaged in day-long intensives and immersive week-long retreats. In each of these experiences, I have been profoundly impressed by Julian’s depth of wisdom, intuitive mastery, and ability to flow seamlessly with the unfolding process.

    Julian is an exceptionally perceptive listener. He takes detailed notes during sessions and, at a certain point, reads them back, transforming words on the page into a kind of spontaneous poetry of the soul. In doing so, he distills the essence of our discussions into simple yet profound statements, commitments, or guiding principles—illuminating the hidden wisdom waiting to emerge.

    Through working with Julian on deeply personal issues, I have gained invaluable tools that have enriched my work as a community leader, deepened my personal relationships, and supported my spiritual practice. I believe I have only scratched the surface of what he has to offer, and I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone seeking an insightful, compassionate, and highly skilled guide with a wonderful sense of humour and a wealth of gifts to share.
    Adrian Freedman
    Musician
  • I have been receiving 1 to 1 sessions with Julian, hi energy helps me feel safe and held to connect with the more vulnerable sides of me. If you are looking for a space holder with which you feel safe to open to your body-wisdom and truth I definitely recommend Julian.
    Manuela Neves
    Ayurvedic Masseur
  • I have followed several workshops and training courses run by Julian, and each time I've been stunned by his deep knowledge and eloquent guiding. He feels truly safe, trustworthy and inspiring to learn from. Also, he's great and fun companionship :)
    Tom Keysers
    Self Empolyed
  • Holding a safe space for an intimate connection with self. I had a relational bodywork session with Julian. It was my first time doing practices like these.

    Julian was completly professional, created a very safe environment for me, stablishing a good communication, agreement on the limits and adpatating really well to my needs, emotionally and physically.

    The session enabled me to get myself better and to BE more confident with my body and this was only possible because Julian is an excellent practitioner with great sensitivity! I recommend Julian for his great work and ability to surrender into the present with his clients.
    Alda Gama
    Dreamwork Practitioner
  • Participating in Julian's mens group was a great experience. He helped me dive into my goal and understand what I needed and wanted to work on, providing insights and support throughout the process. Honesty, clarity, insightfulness, organization, and good communication.
    Matteo
    Researcher
  • I can really recommend Julians work and his way of holding space! I was on a training with him and Julian put a lot of emphasis on embodied consent and that we keep in alignment with our boundaries.
    I felt safe to say "no" and to check in with myself what i truly need. On the training i had also one triggering moment and Julian was really present with me that i can regulate myself and get back into ownership of my experience.
    I can fully recommend his work!
    Jana Zappe
    Movement Teacher
  • Full of wisdom. Julian is hugely knowledgeable and experienced in a wide variety of topics. He was in his element answering questions from the guys in our men’s circle.

    As well as a competent facilitator, teacher and bodyworker I’d also point out that working with him was a pleasure. Organised, clear and responsible.
    Mattia Corda
    Musician & Coach
  • Julian is extremely gifted at creating and holding a space inviting us all into to true connection and vulnerability with ourselves and others. I felt it was always a space where we can feel free from any judgement. A master on bringing into words our deepest toughs and feelings. I highly recommend working with him.
    Sandro Aguilar
    Engineer + Practitioner
  • I was a participant on a 5 day retreat where Julian was Co Facilitator, and my experience was overwhelmingly positive. He clearly has a depth of wisdom and experiential knowledge around the topic of sexuality and I really loved his warm, playful energy and authentic passion for what he does. He is a creative bright force, showing strong integrity and ethics, bringing his open loving heart to those who have the fortune to receive.
    Lawrence Michaels
    Self Employed
  • Julian is an amazingly skilled bodyworker, with a lot of tools. He isn't afraid to dive deep, and his presence is so trustworthy, that it is not difficult to open up to him. He does this with empathy and professionalism. I enjoyed a 7 day private couples retreat with Julian as well as mentoring, coaching and one to one bodywork teachings, I loved all of it.
    Roelof Timmerman
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Lisbon & Algarve, Portugal

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