- Person-centred approach
- Compassion-focused work
- Guilt and shame focus
About Benjamin
Benjamin Roberts is an NCPS counsellor practising in the United Kingdom with three years' experience. He works with people who are dealing with depression, addictions, relationship struggles, low self-esteem and LGBT concerns. He lists guilt and shame among his focus areas and often talks with clients about those feelings alongside other difficulties.
Ben emphasises listening first. He asks about what matters to each person and lets them talk through what is on their mind. Sessions tend to be conversational, with space to name painful feelings and to notice how they affect daily life.
He uses person-centred principles and compassion-focused approaches in his work. That means he helps people notice unhelpful self-criticism and practises ways to respond to themselves with steadier, kinder attention. These methods are commonly used for depression, addiction issues and long-term health challenges.
Ben has experience supporting people with chronic health conditions such as chronic fatigue syndrome, and with autistic people and those living with disabilities. He also works with issues like divorce, isolation, panic, post-traumatic stress and process addictions such as problematic gambling or pornography use.
Sessions aim to be practical and straightforward. People can expect to talk about what led to their current struggle, try small behavioural or thinking changes, and check how those changes fit into everyday life. If someone is interested in starting, Ben asks them to complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session.
Psychological approaches and online sessions
Benjamin commonly uses person-centred and compassion-focused methods. Person-centred work means the counsellor listens without directing, so clients set the pace and topics. This approach helps when someone needs space to name guilt, shame or recent choices and to be heard without judgement.Compassion-focused ideas involve noticing harsh self-criticism and practising gentler self-talk and soothing strategies. These exercises are often helpful for people wrestling with shame, depression or addiction-related self-blame because they target the internal voice that fuels those feelings.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. The counsellor works collaboratively to identify which methods suit the person’s needs, goals and preferences. Sessions can adapt over time if different techniques seem more useful.
The biography does not specify which online session formats are offered, so confirm the current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also let people use quieter surroundings or avoid camera use if that helps them focus. Registered or accredited professionals can explain practical arrangements when you schedule the first session.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
Which concerns does he help with?
He works with depression, addictions, relationship issues, low self-esteem and LGBT concerns, and also lists guilt and shame among his focus areas.
How does he approach guilt and shame?
He uses person-centred listening alongside compassion-focused ideas to help people notice self-criticism and practice kinder responses to themselves.
What experience does he have?
He has three years of professional experience and has worked with people living with chronic health conditions and with autistic people and those with disabilities.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is listed with NCPS and practises in the United Kingdom.
Can sessions be held in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he see international clients?
He is not currently accepting international clients.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.