Counselling through an integrative lens

Hello, I’m Benjamin, thanks for stopping by

I know that looking for a counsellor sometimes feel like a big step. To make things a little easier, I’d like to tell you a bit about me, how I work, what to expect, and how I might be able to help.

A little about me

Before training as a counsellor, I spent over ten years in the arts, where I experienced a diverse range of environments, people, and perspectives. This shaped my appreciation for the complexity of human experience and the many different ways we make sense of ourselves and the world around us. Alongside my counselling practice, I am currently studying for an MSc in Psychology. This continues to deepen my understanding of mental health and wellbeing, particularly through the relationship between the brain and the body.

How I work and my approach

I’m an integrative counsellor, which means I draw on different types of counselling, depending on what feels most helpful for you. I use a blend of approaches, including psychodynamic, which explores how our past can influence us today; person-centred, which provides a supportive space to better understand yourself; and CBT, which focuses on the connection between thoughts, feelings and behaviours. I also use creative approaches where helpful, particularly when feelings are difficult to put into words.

What to expect

People come to counselling for many different reasons. Some want to better understand themselves and make sense of patterns that keep showing up in their lives. Others may be struggling with anxiety, stress, low mood, relationship difficulties, or feeling stuck and overwhelmed. Whatever brings you here, we’ll work together to explore it at a pace that feels right for you.

How I might be able to help

I see counselling as a collaborative process. Rather than telling you what to do, I’ll work alongside you, helping you make sense of your thoughts, feelings and experiences. Together, we can explore the stories you hold about yourself, the beliefs you’ve picked up along the way, and the patterns that may no longer be serving you. 

Alongside empathy and a non-judgmental space, I also believe there is room for humour, creativity and gentle challenge. Counselling doesn’t always have to feel heavy. Sometimes moments of lightness can help us see things differently and open up new possibilities for change.

Whether you’re coming to counselling feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, uncertain, or simply curious, you’re welcome here.

The only way to make sense out of change is to plunge into it, move with it, and join the dance.

-Alan Watts