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Ben Lashmore-Davies, BACP

Credentials: BACP
Experience: 6 years
Practising in: United Kingdom
Languages: English
Sessions: Online only
Client ages: Adults, 18 and over

Works with Stress, Anxiety AddictionsFamily conflictsSelf esteem Depression

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Ben Lashmore-Davies is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom and registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). He aims to make early steps in therapy straightforward and approachable for people feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck. Ben uses a conversational, interactive style to help people talk through difficult feelings and practical problems.

He draws on a range of evidence-based therapeutic techniques and adapts them to suit each person’s needs.

Background and approach

That means sessions can include practical coping strategies, ways to understand patterns in relationships, and gentle work on self-compassion. Ben encourages self-exploration while offering structure when someone wants clear steps to take. Before working as a therapist he spent many years in mental health, homelessness and addiction services, giving him a broad perspective on complex life problems.

He has six years of experience specifically in therapy and counselling roles. That background informs a down-to-earth approach to issues like addiction, grief, anger and family problems. Ben commonly helps people manage stress, anxiety, low self-esteem and depression, along with relationship and intimacy-related concerns.

He also works with parenting difficulties, fatherhood issues, ADHD and life transitions. Additional focuses include body image, codependency, guilt and shame, and coping with financial pressures. Sessions are conducted in English and are offered through a mix of video calls, phone, live chat and text-based messaging.

Ben’s work is described as collaborative and adaptive, helping people find clearer ways forward at a pace that suits them.

How evidence-based approaches work online

Ben commonly draws on a few evidence-based approaches to shape sessions. One approach focuses on practical coping strategies for stress and anxiety, teaching tools to manage thoughts and calm the body in difficult moments. Another approach looks at patterns in relationships and attachment, helping people notice repeated ways of reacting and try new behaviours that feel healthier. These methods are chosen to match the person’s goals and the problems they bring.

Working out the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the client about their goals and preferences, and together they will try ways of working that suit the person’s needs. That might mean testing a practical skill for a few sessions or spending longer exploring relationship patterns if that is more helpful.

Online formats make therapy flexible and easier to fit into busy lives. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when that is useful, phone sessions can be quieter and need less bandwidth, live chat is helpful for shorter check-ins, and text messaging supports ongoing reflection between sessions. These options let people choose what works best for their schedule and comfort while working with registered or accredited professionals.

What kinds of problems does he help with?

He supports people with stress, anxiety, depression and addictions, plus relationship and intimacy-related issues. He also focuses on grief, anger, parenting concerns and life changes.

How would you describe his therapeutic style?

He uses an interactive, conversational approach that encourages self-exploration and self-compassion. Sessions mix practical skills with reflection on patterns and feelings.

What relevant background does he bring?

He has six years working as a therapist and over a decade supporting people in mental health, homelessness and addiction services. That experience shapes his practical and grounded approach.

What credentials and location are listed?

He is registered with the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - and practises in the United Kingdom.

Which languages are available for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats are offered?

Sessions can be arranged as video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging.

How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

Areas of focus

What this therapist works with

Most often

Stress, Anxiety
Addictions
Family conflicts

Also listed

Experience: 6 years
Registered with: BACP
Languages: English

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Ben Lashmore-Davies, BACP

Background and approach

How evidence-based approaches work online

Areas of focus

What this therapist works with

Others working with stress, anxiety