- Work and wellbeing
- Integrative approach
- BACP registered
About Ben
Ben Lashmore-Davies is a UK-based counsellor registered with the BACP. He helps people who are feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, addiction and grief. He also supports those dealing with relationship strain, parenting concerns, low self-esteem and work-related pressures. Ben writes in plain terms and aims to make sessions feel approachable and practical for everyday life.
Ben trained at Leeds Beckett University and has about six years working directly as a therapist, with more than a decade in wider mental health, homelessness and addiction services. He describes himself as an integrative practitioner, which means he draws on a mix of therapeutic ideas to suit each person. This keeps sessions adaptable to different problems and personalities.
In the room he uses an interactive style that invites people to explore their thoughts and feelings. He encourages self-compassion and practical coping steps alongside the reflective work. That can include talking through difficult memories, spotting unhelpful patterns, or finding calmer ways to respond to stress.
Clients can expect a collaborative process where goals are set together and reviewed over time. Ben aims to support people through sudden life changes, long-term struggles like addiction, and more specific concerns such as panic attacks or money-related stress. He frames progress as steady steps rather than instant fixes.
Sessions are offered in English and are based in the United Kingdom. Ben uses a subscription model for sessions that can be cancelled at any time, and readers should confirm current session options before booking.
How Ben's approaches translate to online therapy
Ben works as an integrative counsellor, which means he draws on different evidence-based techniques to match a person's needs. That might include brief, problem-focused strategies to reduce panic and anxiety and more reflective work that looks at attachment and family patterns. Each approach focuses on clear goals and practical steps alongside talking through difficult feelings.A second common element is building self-compassion and practical coping. This helps when someone is dealing with addiction, shame, or feelings of isolation. Sessions combine talking, gentle challenge and exercises people can try between meetings to test new ways of coping.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. Ben will talk with each person about their goals and try different methods until they find what fits. This collaborative process means the plan can change as needs shift over time.
Practical benefits of online therapy can include easier fitting of sessions around work and family life, shorter check-ins when needed, and avoiding travel time. The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current options before booking to see what works best for your routine and goals.
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Experience
6+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Ben help with?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, addictions, depression and grief, plus relationship and parenting issues and concerns about self-esteem.
What is Ben's therapeutic style?
Ben describes an interactive, integrative approach that mixes different methods to match each person's needs, encouraging self-exploration and practical coping.
How long has he worked in this field?
He has around six years practising as a therapist and over a decade working in mental health, homelessness and addiction services.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is registered with the BACP and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions charged and what is the cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin a course of therapy?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.