Steven Bennett, BACP
Steven Bennett trained as an integrative relational counsellor and has worked in settings where trauma is common.
- Stress & Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and Abuse
- +4 more
About Steven
Steven Bennett trained as an integrative relational counsellor and has worked in settings where trauma is common. He uses creative approaches alongside talking therapy to help people through difficult periods. Steven focuses on stress, anxiety, relationships, anger and depression.
He also pays attention to guilt, shame, loneliness and social anxiety. Steven has three years' experience working with people in emotionally charged environments. He aims to help people understand how they cope and to find ways of living that feel more manageable.
Background and approach
In sessions he listens for strengths and patterns that can be changed or built on. His integrative relational style means he draws on different tools rather than one fixed method. That offers flexibility to match what someone needs in the moment.
Practical exercises and creative techniques may be used alongside conversation. Sessions are collaborative and paced to the individual. Steven encourages gentle progression through painful memories or difficult feelings, not pushing faster than a person can manage.
The work often focuses on building everyday strategies to reduce stress and improve relationships. People who come to Steven can expect a calm, thoughtful approach and simple steps to try between sessions. He helps people notice small shifts that add up over time.
The aim is clearer thinking, steadier mood and better ways of coping with life’s pressures.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 394273 | January 2027 |
Registration details are as listed on the counsellor's public profile. You can check any number with the registering body.
Sessions and payment
Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.
Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.
Focus areas and approaches
What Steven works with
Everything Steven lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and abuse
- Anger management
- Depression
- Guilt and shame
- Isolation / loneliness
- Social anxiety and phobia
Online support
He also draws on creative processes in sessions, using simple expressive exercises or tasks to help people name feelings and try new coping strategies. These techniques can make it easier to access difficult material when words alone feel limiting.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Steven will talk with each person about goals and preferences, then try methods that fit those aims. The choice of techniques is collaborative and can change as progress is made.
Online sessions use video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different days and rhythms. Video is useful for fuller conversation and non-verbal cues, while phone calls need less bandwidth and can fit a break at work. Live chat and messaging suit shorter check-ins or when someone prefers writing to speaking. These options make it easier to keep therapy consistent around work, family and travel.
Frequently asked
What kinds of problems does Steven help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, anger and depression. Additional focus areas include guilt and shame, isolation and social anxiety.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He uses an integrative relational approach that mixes talking with creative techniques. The aim is to find practical ways to cope and to build on personal strengths.
What is his professional background?
Steven has three years of experience working in trauma rich environments and brings sensitivity and resilience to difficult work.
Where is he based and what credential does he hold?
He practises in the United Kingdom and is registered with the BACP.
Can I work with him if I'm outside the UK?
Yes. Sessions are offered to international clients and he conducts work in English.
Which session formats are available?
Sessions can take place by video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
What do I need to do to begin?
Choose the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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