- Existential approach
- Men's wellbeing
- Practical steps
About Ben
Ben Thornhill is a counsellor who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression and relationship difficulties. He also supports men’s wellbeing and people dealing with low self-esteem, ADHD, addiction, grief and life changes. Ben works in English and brings six years of practice to each session.
Ben uses Existential Therapy as his main approach. He focuses on values, meaning and personal choice. Sessions are collaborative and direct, with an emphasis on helping people notice what matters to them now and make choices that feel more authentic.
In appointments he aims to create a calm, non-judgemental space to talk through immediate problems and longer-term patterns. Practical steps are discussed alongside deeper reflection so people can try things between sessions. He pays attention to attachment and family of origin issues when these appear in conversations.
Ben also supports people navigating neurodivergence, including autism and Asperger syndrome, and those coping with drug or alcohol addiction. He will speak plainly about guilt, shame, isolation and the sense of emptiness that can follow loss or big life shifts.
People who choose Ben often want a down-to-earth style that links feeling better to everyday choices. To begin, clients use the site’s Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to availability.
Existential approaches and online working
Existential Therapy looks at the big questions people face - purpose, choice and what matters. It helps when life feels empty or when someone is stuck deciding which direction to take. Ben uses this approach to help people reconnect with their values and make clearer decisions about everyday life.He also uses straightforward, practical conversation alongside existential thinking. This means sessions balance reflective discussion about meaning with concrete ideas to try between appointments, which can help with anxiety, low mood and relationship strain.
Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process. Ben works together with each person to test what helps most, adjusting the focus as goals and needs become clearer. The client and therapist decide collaboratively what to prioritise in sessions.
The biography mentions flexible online sessions but does not list specific formats. Confirm the current session options before booking so you know what will fit your routine. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy around work, reduce travel time and allow short check-ins when a full in-person appointment would be difficult. Registered or accredited professionals can offer helpful continuity through remote sessions while you pursue clearer direction and practical change.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
6+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Ben focus on?
He helps with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, low self-esteem, ADHD and addictions, plus grief and coping with major life changes.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
Ben works collaboratively and plainly, combining reflection on values with practical steps to try between sessions.
What is his professional background?
He has six years of experience working with people on a range of emotional and behavioural issues.
What credentials and location are listed?
Ben is registered with BACP and is based in the United Kingdom.
Which languages and client regions are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and he is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original profile mentions flexible online sessions; please confirm current session formats before booking.
How does billing and cost work?
Fees vary with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start with Ben?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.