Hi, I’m Ben, a qualified psychodynamic counsellor offering LGBTQ+ affirmative, sex-positive therapy online and in person in Cheltenham and the Forest of Dean. I work with adults experiencing anxiety, low self-esteem, overthinking, and relationship or intimacy difficulties. I welcome queer, gay, neurodivergent and gender-diverse clients, and those exploring sexuality, identity, non-monogamy, boundaries and communication. I also have particular sensitivity to shame, stigma and power, including experience supporting current and former sex workers. Together we explore unconscious patterns, attachment and early experiences so you can feel more grounded, confident and connected to yourself and others.

I am an experienced senior psychotherapist and supervisor with experience of over 20 years in working in a variety of therapeutic fields. I have a private practice and have worked with charities as well as primary and secondary health providers. As a queer and bisexual male I often work with people who fall outside the heterosexist norm and have a keen interested in queer and trans affirmative psychotherapy. I further bring therapeutic experience in working with people who suffer from depression, eating disorders, anxiety related issues and those who can’t just work out why they feel so unhappy, confused or

If you don’t seem to fit in, negotiating a hetero-normative world can be difficult.  As a gay man I understand this, and offer a safe environment for LGBTQI+ people explore their issues.  These might be specific, existential, spiritual or exploratory.  They may, or may not, be related to your identity or social role. With a practical and academic background in narrative and ‘storying the self’ I am interested in helping you to tell your authentic story and live life more fully.