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Benjamin (Ben) Stanley, BACP, NCPS

Credentials: BACP, NCPS
Experience: 4 years
Practising in: United Kingdom
Languages: English
Sessions: Online only
Client ages: Adults, 18 and over

Works with Stress, Anxiety Grief Self esteem Coping with life changes

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Benjamin (Ben) Stanley is a counsellor who focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety and grief. He works with concerns around self-esteem, motivation and coping with life changes. Ben is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS).

Ben takes a straightforward, person-focused approach. He sees the person as the expert in their own story and looks for strengths to build on.

Background and approach

Early work often means naming what has changed and sitting with those feelings rather than jumping straight to solutions. Sessions usually involve talking through what matters most to the client and noticing small shifts in thinking or behaviour. Ben does not give direct advice or tell people what to do.

Instead he helps explore different perspectives and possibilities together. He has around four years of experience working with issues such as relationships, career stress, depression and the strain of caregiving. He also supports people facing panic attacks, social anxiety, guilt and end-of-life concerns.

This range means he is used to working with a variety of everyday and complex problems. Ben aims to make starting therapy as simple as possible. He encourages people to bring feelings and experiences as they are, even if they have not planned solutions.

The focus is practical and collaborative, helping people find manageable steps forward.

How Ben uses his approaches in online therapy

Client-Centred Therapy puts the person’s own experience at the heart of sessions. The counsellor listens closely, reflects what is heard and helps people identify their own solutions. This approach is useful for grief, low mood, relationship worries and building self-esteem.

Motivational Interviewing focuses on what motivates a person to change. It uses open questions and gentle reflection to help someone resolve mixed feelings and move towards goals. This method can help with motivation, coping after a disaster, or making practical life changes.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Ben will discuss what feels helpful and adapt techniques to match your goals and preferences. That collaborative process helps decide whether client-centred listening, motivational methods or a mix of both will be most useful.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to fit different routines. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation, phone sessions can work better when bandwidth is limited, and chat or messaging can suit shorter check-ins or people who prefer typing. These formats aim to make therapy flexible and easier to fit around work, family or other commitments.

What kinds of problems can Ben help with?

He works with stress, anxiety, grief, self-esteem and coping with life changes. Other focus areas include relationship and family concerns, career pressures and depression.

How would you describe his therapeutic style?

He uses client-centred work and motivational interviewing to explore a person’s goals and strengths. The style is collaborative and focused on identifying workable steps forward.

What background and experience does he have?

Ben has about four years of experience supporting people with a range of emotional and practical concerns. That experience includes work with panic attacks, social anxiety and hospice or end-of-life counselling.

Where is Ben based and what credentials does he hold?

He is based in the United Kingdom and is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS).

Can I use his services if I live outside the UK?

Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted. He works with people who are located in the United Kingdom.

What session formats are available?

Ben offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules. These options allow shorter check-ins or longer discussions depending on preference.

How much does therapy with Ben cost?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. Exact pricing is provided during the sign-up process.

How do I begin working with him?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling according to therapist availability. The matching process helps pair you with a suitable professional.

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Career difficulties
Caregiver issues and stress
Coaching
Coping with life changes
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Depression
Family conflicts
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Hospice and end-of-life counselling
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Relationship issues
Social anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic approaches

Experience: 4 years
Registered with: BACP, NCPS
Languages: English

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Benjamin (Ben) Stanley, BACP, NCPS

Background and approach

How Ben uses his approaches in online therapy

Areas of focus

What this therapist works with

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