Ben Thornhill, BACP

Ben Thornhill is a UK-licensed counsellor with six years of clinical experience supporting people through anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, low self-esteem and neurodivergence. Grounded in Existential Therapy, he works in a compassionate, collaborative manner to help clients reconnect with their values, strengthen confidence and explore what gives their life meaning.

He offers flexible online sessions tailored to each person's needs, using phone calls, video conversations, live chat and in-app messaging to make therapy accessible. His practice addresses a wide range of concerns including stress, ADHD, addiction, trauma and grief, as well as intimacy, family and attachment issues.

Ben holds the BACP credential, which is a recognised professional qualification in the United Kingdom for counsellors and psychotherapists. He aims to create a respectful, non-judgmental environment where practical strategies and personal reflection work together to support change.

Ben welcomes clients from diverse backgrounds and focuses on helping people navigate life transitions, manage difficult emotions and develop clearer direction. When someone is ready to take the next step toward a more fulfilling life, he offers steady support throughout the therapeutic journey.

Existential approaches and flexible online support

Existential Therapy helps people explore questions about meaning, values and purpose. It invites reflection on what matters most, supports decision-making amid uncertainty and can be helpful for concerns such as anxiety, depression, life transitions and feelings of emptiness.

Ben also practices in a compassionate, collaborative style that emphasizes shared exploration and practical problem solving. This approach focuses on building confidence, clarifying goals and developing strategies that fit each person's life circumstances.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Ben works together with clients to decide which methods best match their needs, goals and preferences. That collaborative process helps tailor sessions so they feel relevant and effective.

Online therapy with Ben is delivered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for people with busy schedules or limited local options. These formats make it easier to maintain continuity of care, fit sessions into everyday life and access support from different locations with a registered professional.