Charles Bennett, BACP
Charles Bennett is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who aims to meet people where they are.
About Charles
Charles Bennett is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who aims to meet people where they are. He works with individuals facing stress, anxiety, addiction, trauma and abuse, grief and depression. He speaks plain language and offers a straightforward, non-judgemental way of talking through difficult issues.
He views each person as the expert on their own life and looks for strengths to build on. Sessions focus on practical steps people can try between meetings as well as on what comes up in conversation during therapy.
Background and approach
That mix helps people notice small changes that add up over time. Charles draws on Client-Centred Therapy to create a respectful, listening space. He also uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, which helps identify and test thoughts and habits that keep problems going.
These approaches are used to address concerns such as addictions, grief, isolation and trouble with control or impulsivity. Over three years of work in the UK have shaped his straightforward style. He is a BACP professional and describes his role as supporting clients through change rather than directing them.
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different needs. Starting therapy can feel hard, and Charles aims to make the first steps simple and clear. He encourages people to name one small goal for sessions and to try practical tasks between meetings to see what helps.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 407399 | 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 Charles works with
Everything Charles lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Depression
- Abandonment
- Attachment issues
- Body image
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Dissociation
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Intellectual disability
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Mood disorders
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Phobias
- Post-traumatic stress
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Somatization
Approaches Charles lists
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each counsellor names and does not check training records.
Online support
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and actions. It helps people spot patterns that keep problems like anxiety, low mood or unhelpful habits going, and then try small experiments to change them. CBT is useful for tackling worries, depression and addictive behaviours by breaking down problems into manageable steps.
Finding the right way of working is part of the process. Charles will work with each client to decide which approach, or blend of approaches, fits their needs and goals. That choice is made collaboratively and can change as progress is made.
Online therapy gives practical flexibility. Video calls let people use visual cues and more in-depth conversation. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or when someone prefers not to be on camera. Live chat and text-based messaging suit quick check-ins, brief reflections between sessions or people who find typing easier than speaking. These options make it simpler to get regular support around work, caregiving or busy schedules.
Frequently asked
What kinds of problems does Charles help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief and depression, plus related concerns such as attachment issues, isolation and body image.
What is his therapeutic style like?
Sessions combine gentle, client-led listening with clear practical work. Conversations look at thoughts, feelings and small actions people can try between meetings.
How much experience does he have?
He has three years of professional experience working in the United Kingdom.
What credentials and location are on record?
He is registered with BACP and is based in the United Kingdom.
Which languages and international arrangements are in place?
Sessions are offered in English and he is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
Therapy is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different preferences and schedules.
How does the pricing work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start working with him?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.
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