- Psychodynamic work
- Somatic practices
- Addiction support
About Richard
Richard Bennett is a BACP counsellor practising in the United Kingdom with three years of professional experience. He works with adults who feel stuck by stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship strain, depression or problems with addiction. He also offers support around life purpose and long-running issues such as attachment and family of origin concerns.
Sessions focus on talking through what is happening now and how earlier patterns may still affect daily life. Richard uses psychodynamic ideas to look at recurring relationship patterns and feelings that show up again and again. He also draws on somatic approaches that pay attention to body sensations and how they relate to emotions and impulses.
In practical terms he helps people notice repeated habits, understand where they come from, and try different ways of responding. Work can include exploring difficult memories, noticing bodily signals, and practicing small changes between sessions. Conversations are paced to the individual and aim to be straightforward and grounded.
He has worked with issues including abandonment and attachment difficulties, avoidant personality patterns, codependency, drug and alcohol addiction, chronic illness and pain, hoarding, guilt and shame, and challenges around hospice and end-of-life. Life purpose and feelings of isolation are included in his focus.
Richard conducts sessions in English and accepts international clients. He asks new people to start by using the service's matching steps to schedule a first appointment and to agree a plan that fits their situation.
Psychodynamic and somatic approaches in online working
Richard uses psychodynamic work to identify patterns in relationships and recurring feelings. This approach looks at how past experiences can influence current choices and helps people name repetitive reactions that feel unhelpful.He also uses somatic therapy, which pays attention to bodily sensations and impulses. That work helps people notice how tension, breath or posture link with emotions and urges, and it can be useful for anxiety, trauma responses and impulsivity.
Finding the right fit between approaches is part of the work. He will discuss goals and preferences and decide together which methods to try. The process is collaborative and can change as needs become clearer.
The original biography does not specify which online formats are offered, so confirm session options before booking. Online therapy can help fit sessions around work and family life, make shorter check-ins possible, or remove travel time. Many people find it easier to keep appointments and to bring real-life examples straight into the conversation.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he work with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, low self-esteem and addictions. He also focuses on life purpose and long-term issues like attachment and family of origin.
How would he approach feeling stuck?
He uses psychodynamic ideas to look at recurring patterns and somatic techniques to notice body-based signals. Sessions involve talking through current problems and trying practical changes between meetings.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has three years of professional experience working with adults on a range of concerns including addiction and relationship issues.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is registered with the BACP and practises in the United Kingdom.
Can I work with him if I live outside the UK?
Sessions are offered to international clients and are conducted in English.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How are sessions charged?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.