Ben is a registered psychologist with a passion for supporting people through life’s challenges. Drawing on his own journey, he offers compassionate, practical guidance to help clients build more meaningful and fulfilling lives.
His approach is humanistic and client-centered, grounded in empathy, compassion, and curiosity. Ben works collaboratively with clients, combining evidence-based strategies with a warm, down-to-earth style. He draws on evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Mindfulness practices, and concepts from Schema Therapy and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, with a focus on nervous system wellness.
Ben works with a broad range of mental health concerns and tailors his approach to each client’s unique needs and goals. He values flexibility and ongoing development, and believes deeply in each person’s capacity for growth, healing, and self-compassion.
Trauma-informed in his practice, Ben enjoys helping clients with goal setting, setting boundaries, and strengthening relationships. He places strong emphasis on empowering people to become their own personal psychologist, making therapy skills practical and accessible for everyday life.
His background spans disability support work, Lifeline crisis counselling, retail, hospitality, and lifeguarding—experiences that help him connect authentically with people from all walks of life.
Outside work, Ben enjoys lifting weights, gaming, spending time with his dog, relaxing at the beach, exploring nature, trying new restaurants and cafes, and cherishing time with loved ones.