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Benjamin Raffles, NCPS

Integrative counsellor supporting life change and resilience
  • Stress and anxiety support
  • Relationship communication work
  • Self-esteem and transitions

About Benjamin Raffles

Benjamin Raffles is an accredited and fully qualified counsellor who brings a long-standing commitment to making counselling accessible. He began his career managing an independent counselling practice and established a low-cost counselling service to widen access for people regardless of financial means. He qualified as a counsellor eight years ago and later launched a private practice in Somerset, United Kingdom.

Benjamin uses an integrative counselling style that blends complementary approaches so therapy can be tailored to each person's needs. He draws on Person-Centred work, Gestalt methods and Transactional Analysis, and he also incorporates elements of existential thought to explore meaning and choice. This flexible approach aims to place the person's experience at the centre of the work while offering practical ways to explore patterns and develop new responses.

In sessions he emphasizes compassion, empathy and respect, treating clients as the experts in their own lives while offering guidance and new ways of looking at challenges. He sees therapy as a collaborative, at-times challenging process that can produce small shifts or profound change depending on the client's goals. He holds the NCPS credential, a recognised professional counselling qualification.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Benjamin Raffles have?

Benjamin Raffles has 8 years of experience as a qualified counsellor.

Is Benjamin Raffles a registered therapist?

Yes. He holds the NCPS credential, which is a professional counselling qualification.

In which languages does Benjamin Raffles provide therapy?

Benjamin Raffles provides therapy in English.

Where is Benjamin Raffles located?

Benjamin Raffles is based in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Benjamin Raffles as my therapist?

You can work with Benjamin Raffles through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Benjamin Raffles work with international clients?

Benjamin Raffles does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Benjamin Raffles cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Integrative Methods Delivered Online for Practical Support

Benjamin commonly integrates Person-Centred work and Gestalt practice to offer online therapy in an accessible way. Person-Centred therapy focuses on listening with empathy and supporting a person's own capacity for insight and growth - it can be especially helpful for issues like low self-esteem, depression and coping with life changes. Gestalt approaches emphasise present-moment awareness and exploring patterns in relationships and behaviour, which can support work on communication problems, anxiety and relational issues.

He approaches the choice of method collaboratively, recognising that finding the best therapeutic fit is part of the process. As a registered professional, he will work with each person to identify goals, try different techniques and adjust the approach based on what is most helpful for the individual's needs and preferences.

Online therapy with Benjamin is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging, providing flexibility for people juggling work, caregiving or other commitments. These options make it easier to attend sessions from home or elsewhere, maintain continuity of care through transitions, and choose the format that best supports practical engagement and ongoing progress.

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