For high-performers who can’t switch off

You handle pressure for a living.
This is where you deal with what it’s doing to you.

20-minute call · Limited availability · By application only

The Composure Protocol

A focused, six-session process designed to help you regain control under pressure.

This isn’t open-ended therapy. It’s structured, direct, and built for people who are used to operating at a high level.

1. Recalibrate

Understand what’s actually driving the pressure, not just the surface symptoms.

2. Restructure

Change the patterns that keep you stuck in overdrive, mentally and physically.

3. Reinforce

Build a way of operating that holds under real-world pressure, not just in theory.

Most clients complete this process over 6–8 weeks, then choose whether to continue at a slower cadence.

Pressure shows up somewhere.

When you carry responsibility that others depend on, stress stops being abstract. It shows up in your patience with others, a quiet sense of overwhelm, and an inability to truly switch off.

This work goes beyond just talking things through. Together, we look at what’s driving the strain and build a steadier way of responding to it.

What clients in high-pressure roles say

"Barry helped me stay clear and composed under pressure at the highest level. His approach is grounded, direct, and works when it matters."

Marie Lang · Multiple World Champion

"I was constantly switched on, even when I didn’t need to be. This helped me step back, think clearly again, and stop overcomplicating everything."

James · Founder

"I didn’t realise how much pressure I was carrying until I had somewhere to properly deal with it. I’m calmer, clearer, and not reacting to everything anymore."

Sarah · Commercial Lead

This is for you if:

—You carry responsibility others depend on.
—You can feel that something specific is not working, even if you haven’t fully put it into words yet.
—You value a focused, structured approach over just talking.
—You want to feel steadier, clearer, and less reactive in the middle of pressure.

This is not a fit if:

—You want open-ended, talk-only therapy.
—You are in an acute psychiatric crisis requiring emergency care.
—You’re not prepared to apply practical work between sessions.
—You are looking for generalist coaching or insurance-led support.

Barry Lavis

I’ve spent over a decade working in high-performance environments, including with world champions and elite athletes operating under constant pressure.

That work taught me something most people only realise later: high performance has a cost, and if it’s not managed properly, it shows up in how you think, lead, and operate.

Today, I work with founders, executives, and professionals who look capable on the outside but are carrying more than most people realise.

The work is structured, direct, and focused on helping you stay clear, composed, and effective under pressure without burning out.

Apply for a Clarity Call

Start with a brief call to explore what’s going on and whether this feels like the right fit.

During this call, we will:

Get a clearer sense of what may be driving your current burnout or stress.
Discuss what support could look like if we decide to work together.
Leave with a clear sense of next steps, regardless of whether we work together.

Before booking, share a little context so I have a sense of what’s bringing you here.

Your Role

What feels most difficult right now?

If you know something isn’t quite right, you’re probably not wrong.

Apply for a call and we’ll see if this is a fit.

Apply for a Clarity Call