Charles Bennett, BACP

Charles Bennett is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who focuses on everyday thoughts and habits that shape how people feel. He works with individuals experiencing stress, anxiety, addiction, grief, trauma and depression. Charles keeps sessions straightforward and practical so people can tackle what feels hardest right now.

Charles draws on three years of professional experience and is registered with the BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. He believes clients are the experts in their own lives and uses that view to build collaborative sessions. Conversations are aimed at making small, manageable changes rather than long lists of techniques.

His approach blends client-centred listening with practical tools from cognitive behavioural work. That means sessions often start with understanding what is happening day to day, then testing different ways of thinking or acting to reduce distress. Concrete ideas are offered so people can try them between meetings.

Charles also pays attention to patterns such as attachment worries, feelings of abandonment, and struggles with control or impulsivity. He can talk through issues linked to substance use, body image, caregiving strain, isolation and men's mental health in a non-judgemental way.

People who choose Charles typically want clear, down-to-earth help with their thoughts and habits. He supports clients as they take practical steps toward feeling steadier and more able to manage life’s pressures.

How his approaches work in online counselling

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and understanding each person’s experience. The counsellor aims to create space for people to tell their story and identify their own strengths and choices. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at how everyday thoughts and habits affect feelings and actions, then tests practical changes to reduce distress and improve routines.

Finding the best approach is part of the work. Charles will discuss what feels most useful and try techniques that match the client’s goals and preferences. This is a collaborative process where the client helps shape the focus and pace of sessions.

Practical benefits of online work include fitting sessions into a busy life and keeping regular contact when travel is difficult. Online meetings can make it easier to have shorter check-ins or to choose audio-only chats if that suits someone better. Confirm the exact session formats offered before booking, as details can vary.