- Stress and anxiety
- Grief and loss
- Motivation support
About Benjamin
Benjamin (Ben) Stanley is a counsellor registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and the National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society, NCPS. He has four years of practice supporting people who feel overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, grief and life changes. Ben aims to make the first step easier to take and to meet people where they are.
Ben believes each person knows their own story and brings strengths into the room. He works in a collaborative way and does not give orders or simple fixes. Instead he listens, reflects and helps people see different perspectives so they can reach their own decisions.
Sessions often begin by naming what has changed or what feels hard. Clients do not need answers before they arrive - bringing feelings and worries is enough. Ben aims for straightforward conversations that build confidence and motivation over time.
He also supports people dealing with relationship strains, career uncertainty, caregiver stress, and issues around guilt, shame or forgiveness. There is experience helping those coping with serious life events, including hospice and end-of-life concerns, and with panic or social anxiety.
Ben uses client-centred approaches alongside motivational interviewing to encourage self-directed change. He keeps language plain and practical, focusing on small steps you can try between sessions. If you want to explore whether this approach fits, you can begin by completing the simple intake questions and booking a first appointment.
How Ben's approaches translate to online counselling
Client-Centred Therapy puts your experience at the heart of each session. The counsellor listens closely and reflects back what they hear to help you make sense of feelings and choices; this can help with grief, anxiety and low self-esteem. Motivational Interviewing is a conversational way to uncover your own reasons for change and to boost motivation step by step; it is useful for making life changes or tackling stuck patterns.Finding the right approach is often part of the work itself. Ben will discuss how these methods might fit your situation and adapt them together with you. The process is collaborative - goals, pace and techniques are agreed in conversation so they match your needs and preferences.
Session formats are not specified in the profile, so please confirm which options are offered before booking. Online counselling can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also make it simpler to continue working together after a stressful event or when routines change. Registered professionals aim to shape sessions to practical life demands while helping you move toward the changes you want.
Areas of expertise
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
4+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Ben commonly help with?
He supports people experiencing stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem and major life changes. He also works with issues such as caregiver stress, panic, social anxiety and end-of-life concerns.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He uses a client-centred approach and motivational interviewing. Sessions focus on listening, exploring options and helping you find your own next steps.
What background and experience does he have?
He has four years of counselling experience working with a range of emotional and practical concerns. His work emphasises collaboration and building on clients' strengths.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and the National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society (NCPS) and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported and can he take international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. He is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking so you know which formats are offered. The profile does not list specific formats.
How does cost and payment work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions operate through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start if I want to work with him?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session according to the therapist's availability.