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Richard Bennett, BACP

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

Works with Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesSelf esteemDepression

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Richard Bennett is a counsellor who helps people feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety or low mood. He works with those struggling with addiction, relationship difficulties and low self-esteem. He speaks plainly and offers steady support as people take the first steps to change.

He uses a tailored approach so conversations focus on what matters to each person. Sessions are shaped around the client’s priorities, with time spent understanding patterns and practical ways to cope.

Background and approach

That might mean looking at past relationships that still affect day-to-day life or noticing how the body holds stress. Richard draws on psychodynamic ideas to help people make sense of recurring feelings and behaviours. He also uses somatic techniques that attend to physical sensations and how they link to emotions.

Together these approaches aim to increase awareness and give tools to manage difficult moments. He has three years of professional experience and holds BACP registration, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy accreditation. Richard works with people from many backgrounds and accepts clients across the United Kingdom and internationally.

Sessions are available in English. Practical arrangements are discussed with each client. He offers conversations that can be adapted over time, whether someone needs focused short-term support or a longer space to work through complex issues.

The emphasis is on clear, respectful dialogue and building coping strategies that fit everyday life.

Psychodynamic and Somatic Approaches Online

Richard uses psychodynamic methods to help people spot repeating patterns that influence mood and behaviour. This approach looks at how past experiences shape current reactions and helps bring awareness to habits that cause distress. Somatic Therapy attends to the body and to physical sensations that often accompany emotion; it can be useful for stress, anxiety and the effects of trauma by teaching ways to notice and regulate those sensations.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. He will listen to your goals and preferences and suggest ways of working that feel helpful. That decision is collaborative and can change as therapy progresses to match what is most useful for you.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to make therapy flexible. Video calls are useful for face-to-face interaction and non-verbal cues. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or when you prefer not to be on camera. Live chat and messaging suit shorter check-ins or when written reflection feels more comfortable. These options make it simpler to fit therapy into a busy life and maintain continuity when schedules change.
What concerns does Richard commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem and related issues such as attachment, guilt and isolation.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He combines psychodynamic thinking with somatic techniques to explore feelings and bodily responses, while tailoring conversations to individual needs.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has three years of professional work experience supporting people with a range of emotional and behavioural concerns.
What credentials and where is he based?
He holds BACP registration, which is the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and practices from the United Kingdom.
Which languages and international options are offered?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
Sessions can be arranged as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How are fees and payment handled?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start working with him?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist’s availability.

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Experience
3 years
Registered with
BACP
Languages
English

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