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Navigating Life's Transitions: Martyn to Attend Steve Judd's 'Shifts Happen' Workshop
As we approach a busy summer at the Wilfred Hazelwood Clinic, we are always looking for ways to deepen the therapeutic experience we offer. It is with great enthusiasm that we announce our lead therapist, Martyn J. Shrewsbury, will be attending a highly anticipated workshop next month in May 2026. Titled "Shifts Happen," the event is organised and led by one of the UK's most respected astrological practitioners, Steve Judd.
This upcoming event represents more than just routine professional development. For Martyn, it is a meaningful return to his roots, reconnecting with the mentor who helped launch his formal journey into the discipline.
Revisiting Foundational Roots
Before exploring the depths of Hellenistic Astrology with Chris Brennan or completing his advanced training in Psychological Astrology at the Mercury School, Martyn's initial deep dive into the subject was guided by Steve Judd. Studying under Steve through beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels provided Martyn with a robust, highly practical foundation in chart interpretation.
Steve is known for his direct, no-nonsense approach to planetary cycles and human behaviour. By returning to a workshop led by his original tutor, Martyn is taking the opportunity to refine those foundational skills, looking at them through the lens of the extensive clinical and academic experience he has gathered in the years since.
The Architecture of Change: Understanding 'Shifts'
The title of the workshop, "Shifts Happen," playfully acknowledges a fundamental truth of both psychology and astrology: change is the only constant. Whether we are looking at the movement of outer planets entering new signs or the psychological transition between different stages of adult life, periods of sudden or profound change can feel incredibly destabilising.
In our clinic, we frequently see clients who are experiencing these exact moments of friction. These periods often manifest as:
- Sudden career dissatisfaction or a desire for an entirely new life direction.
- The breakdown of outdated relationship dynamics that no longer serve personal growth.
- A profound internal restructuring, often mirroring what Carl Jung referred to as the individuation process.
- A feeling of being "stuck" just before a major breakthrough, which astrologically often aligns with significant planetary transits.
Astrology provides a framework for understanding the timing and the quality of these shifts. Rather than viewing a sudden life upheaval as a random crisis, astrological mapping allows us to see it as a scheduled period of necessary evolution.
Translating the Workshop into Your Therapy
Martyn's background, blending his degrees in Social Anthropology and Classics with his Post-Graduate Diploma in Jungian Studies, means he never views astrological events in isolation. When attending a workshop like "Shifts Happen," he is constantly evaluating the material to see how it can directly support our clients.
The insights gathered from Steve Judd's workshop will be integrated into the one-to-one sessions here at the clinic. By understanding the broader astrological "weather" and the specific, shifting dynamics within an individual's chart, Martyn can help you anticipate change rather than just reacting to it. This proactive approach aims to harmonise your emotional and mental well-being, turning periods of anxiety and uncertainty into actionable phases of self-discovery.
We look forward to Martyn bringing this fresh perspective back to the clinic in late May, further enriching the unique, integrative therapy we are so proud to offer.
