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Benjamin Isaacs

Benjamin Isaacs

BACP

United Kingdom

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Gentle, depth-oriented counselling for anxiety

  • Mindfulness informed
  • Narrative and imagination
  • Compassionate presence

About Benjamin

Benjamin Isaacs is a counsellor with 18 years of practice. He supports people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship difficulties and panic-related concerns such as panic disorder and panic attacks. He offers a calm, compassionate presence and aims to make sessions straightforward and approachable for people under pressure.

Benjamin uses a mix of narrative, mindfulness and depth-oriented work. He often invites clients to notice body sensations, to explore personal stories and to use imagination and dreams where helpful. This practical mix is used to help people understand patterns and find new ways of coping.

He has long experience working in care and support settings alongside his therapy practice. That background informs a down-to-earth style and an ability to talk about everyday struggles alongside deeper emotional material. He brings kindness and respect to the therapeutic relationship.

Sessions focus on clear, manageable steps that suit each person. Benjamin encourages people to name what they are feeling, notice how the body responds, and try small changes between meetings. He aims to help people feel steadier, more able to handle life’s stresses, and clearer about next steps.

People interested in practical tools alongside reflective work may find his approach useful. He will work with whatever emerges in the conversation and help you decide what to focus on next.

Approaches that shape online therapy conversations

Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships influence the ways people connect and feel safe with others. It is useful for those who notice repeating patterns in relationships or struggle with trust and closeness.

Client-Centred Therapy places the person’s experience at the centre of sessions and uses a non-judgemental, listening stance. It helps people find their own answers and build self-understanding through supportive, honest conversation.

Mindfulness Therapy uses attention to breath, body sensations and present-moment awareness to reduce reactivity and ease anxiety. It is often combined with talking therapies to make changes feel more manageable.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals, listen to what feels helpful, and try different ways of working together. That collaborative process helps pick methods that match a person’s needs, pace and preferences.

If you are considering online sessions, please confirm the session formats available before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into busy days, reduce travel time and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. It also supports continuing work between appointments when life gets unpredictable.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Also works with

LGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changes

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsControl issuesDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMoney and financial issuesMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaVisually impairedWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyExistential TherapyJungian TherapyMindfulness TherapyNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic Therapy

Experience

18+ years

Listed in

United Kingdom

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this counsellor help with?

He helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship problems and panic-related issues such as panic disorder and panic attacks, among other concerns.

How would you describe the therapeutic style?

The approach is calm and compassionate, combining narrative exploration, body awareness and mindfulness to help people notice patterns and try practical changes.

What is his professional background?

He has 18 years of practice experience and has also worked in care and support roles with vulnerable adults, which informs a practical and grounded style.

What credentials and region apply to this counsellor?

He is a BACP registered member and practices in the United Kingdom.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the UK work with him?

He does not accept international clients at this time.

How are fees and payment handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin if I want to meet him?

Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.

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