Ben Lashmore-Davies, BACP

Ben Lashmore-Davies is a UK-based therapist registered with the BACP, the professional body for counselling and psychotherapy. Trained at Leeds Beckett University, he brings a broad background in mental health, homelessness and addiction services, with more than 15 years of combined experience including over five years working directly as a therapist. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, addiction, family conflict, grief and loss, and a range of relationship and life-change challenges.

As an integrative practitioner, he adapts methods to suit each person, drawing on evidence-based techniques to meet individual needs and preferences. His interactive approach encourages self-exploration and the development of self-compassion, creating space for thoughts and feelings to be shared without judgment. He aims to help clients understand patterns, build coping skills and make practical changes that support recovery and growth.

Ben emphasises a collaborative working relationship, supporting people through difficult times and helping them identify the best path to reach their goals. He believes that with suitable support, individuals can find a calmer, more fulfilling way forward and he is committed to guiding each person toward those outcomes.

Integrative approaches and online therapy

Ben works from an integrative framework, blending techniques from evidence-based therapeutic approaches to suit each person. That means drawing on practical strategies to manage symptoms such as anxiety, panic or addictive behaviour while also exploring underlying patterns in relationships, attachment and self-esteem. These adaptable methods can support people dealing with grief, family conflict, trauma and life transitions.

Therapy is a collaborative process. Ben will work with each client to identify goals, try different techniques and agree on what feels most helpful. Finding the right approach is part of the work together - he adjusts methods over time based on a person’s needs, preferences and how they respond to treatment.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives, maintain continuity during change, and choose the communication style that feels most comfortable. Registered professionals and therapists can deliver meaningful, evidence-informed support across these formats, allowing clients to progress toward their goals from wherever they are.