Tuesday Benfield

Tuesday Benfield is a BACP counsellor who aims to make therapy approachable and practical. She presents as down-to-earth and friendly, and she focuses on helping people who feel stuck, overwhelmed or unsure how to move forward.

She listens without judgement and works to build trust quickly. Sessions focus on what matters to the client right now, whether that is stress, anger, anxiety, grieving, relationship problems or issues with self-esteem. Her manner is straightforward and supportive so people can talk about difficult topics with less fear.

Tuesday trained with a British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy diploma in integrative therapeutic counselling and has experience working in NHS therapeutic services. That background includes bereavement work and roles supporting people affected by domestic violence, abuse, addictions and trauma. She also has many years in family liaison and emotional support roles.

Her approach is integrative, drawing on person-centred ways of working and cognitive behavioural ideas to focus on current thoughts, feelings and behaviours. She uses what fits the person in front of her rather than a fixed method. Workshops and continuing professional development are part of her ongoing practice.

In sessions she helps people understand what may be keeping problems going, and she works on practical coping strategies alongside deeper exploration. People can choose shorter or longer therapy depending on their needs and preferences.

How therapeutic approaches translate to online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, often called ACT, focuses on noticing thoughts and feelings and choosing actions that match personal values. It can help when stress, anxiety or anger get in the way of everyday life. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, looks at current patterns of thinking and behaviour and uses practical exercises to change unhelpful cycles; it is often used for anxiety, low mood and sleep problems. Attachment-Based Therapy pays attention to how early relationships shape current patterns and can help with intimacy and relationship concerns.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will work with each person to decide which methods suit their goals and preferences. Sessions can blend different approaches so that practical tools sit alongside deeper exploration, and the choice is made together rather than imposed.

The original profile does not specify which online formats are offered, so please confirm current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, avoid travel time and keep check-ins shorter when needed. Some people find it easier to use video for face-to-face style sessions, while others prefer audio for a simpler check-in; the therapist will discuss what fits each person's life and needs.