Welcome to the home of positive mental health and psychological support.
Helping you heal on your wellbeing journey!
Welcome to The Listening Therapist's website.
Searching through scientific jargon is hard enough as it is with out the proliferation of fake information making it difficult to know what's fake or not (i.e. Doctor Social Media). This blog has been created with this in mind.
It's aim is to:
- Make understanding your mental wellbeing easier
- Brief articles get to the point quickly
- Answering questions in a simple and friendly way
- Completely free of unnecessary jargon!
- The information is up to date and based on scientific papers
- There is no costs for you the reader- no subscriptions and no begging for donations
- The site is advertising free too
- Accessible to all including the use of picture descriptions, clear font size and style and screen reader friendly
Therapy Appointments
Taking the first steps in your mental wellbeing journey can be daunting. Our brilliant NHS (UK) has the longest waiting lists for in its history. I know some patients are still waiting 12 years later for ADHD diagnosis! If you are on a NHS waiting list for treatment of your mental health - why contact me and I will be more than happy to support you until your NHS appointment arises or if you are happy to - you can continue with me.
If you are looking for a private therapist - The Listening Therapist can help. I offer one on one Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) as well as other types of psychologically informed therapy sessions, I also provide Mentoring for children aged 14+ and adults in college, university or home schooled.
Both therapeutic and specialist mental health or Autism/ADHD mentoring (all neurodivergent abilities are catered for) can be provided at the home of the student or client if necessary and safe to do so. All other appointments will be provided via online video conferencing software package Microsoft Teams. Therapy lasts for 1 hour (60 minutes) each session and you can take advantage of more than one appointment per week if therapeutically beneficial. Mentoring is based again on 60 minute sessions but can be extended. Click on the picture below to access our appointments at very affordable prices.
Throwing Bias Out The Window
Everyone is welcome here! I never discriminate on someone's race, skin colour, Sexual orientation, gender, beliefs, sex, age or religion. You as an individual holistic being will be celebrated at The Listening Therapist.
Forensic Appointments
As a forensic practioner (forensic literally means officer of the court), I also am experienced in providing reports to various courts within England and Wales, Scotland, USA and EU jurisdictions. HCR20v3 & VRISK10 are forensic Risk Assessments for violent or potentially individuals. These appointments are offered online for my international and UK national clients. Contact us at:
benjamin.thompson@thelisteningtherapist.co.uk
These sessions usually take 2 - 3 hours with the client and can be split into two sessions if the person finds it difficult to manage. Travel to prisons, risk assessed approved premises or solicitors offices is not included and will be added. A notification of draft costs will be agreed before the appointment.
ALL CLIENTS ARE WELCOME BUT ESPECIALLY:
- Trauma Survivors (child or adult)
- Domestic Violence Survivors
- Victims of Crime
- Sexual Violence Survivors (inc. Child Sexual Abuse current or non-current)
- Neurodivergent (including Autism/ADHD & Dyslexia etc.)
- Disabled
- Chronic Long Term Ill Health
- Chronic Pain Management
- Care Leavers or Those Currently in Care
- LGBTQ+ Communities (inc. Trans)
- General Public
- Students (Adult/CYP)
- Carers
- Offenders or those who have previously offended
Pricing
My prices reflect the dire need for mental wellbeing support at a reasonable price (see appointment section for pricing). Your appointments are offered on a reduced fixed price over a 12 month period - with no increases in that period. A therapeutic or mentoring contract/agreement is made before any sessions may begin. For more details, click on the picture or click on the heading above Appointment Booking.
If you have any questions relating to our appointments, our published posts or are interested in publishing an article on mental health or would like to suggest a book to review, please feel free to contact me by completing the form at the bottom of the web page or by emailing:
benjamin.thompson@thelisteningtherapist.co.uk
We are all so busy these days so it is much appreciated that you have spent some of your precious time on looking at The Listening Therapist's web page.. Please enjoy the posts below and I look forward to seeing you soon.
The Start Of The New You!
Recent Supreme Court Ruling in the United Kingdom
On 16th April 2025 the UK Supreme Court issued a controversial judgement on who can be classed as a women.
Although their Justices decided that this must be based upon the birth sex of the person, the press, politicians and some elements of society have used this decision to increase the wave of hate and discrimination against the Trans community.
Although The Listening Therapist remains politically neutral - I wanted to reassure any person who identifies as Trans or female that they will be treated with the utmost care - the same as all other clients. No one will be knowingly discriminated against.
Book Reviews
These 3 Book Reviews highlight some of my book review topics. My Book Reviews cover many different fictional and non-fiction including real world stories on psychology, law, psychiatry and the criminal justice system in the United Kingdom and around the world.
Why so controversial? Recognizing and Addressing Domestic Violence Against Men
Some state it does not happen whilst others demand complete focus on women only. It is a topic that generates so much division, hate and anger – something that those who propagate these myths who would cry abuse if it were said about them!
The Brain That Changes Itself
Some call it a machine and liken it to a super computer others view it as an ever changing and adaptable living structure. The human brain is a marvellous organ that allows us all to be US! This book will show us just how adaptable the brain can be through the lens of science.
Guilty as Charged
A silence falls over the Old Bailey court What verdict will the jury forman deliver? After thinking a not guilty verdict was achievable beyond a doubt - the word guilty rings out in the court as all hell breaks loose!
Our Mental Wellbeing Blog Posts
This complicated ball of cells, electrical signals and chemicals is what makes you and me the people we are. Mental health is no different to what some call our 'physical health'! Our brain along with our DNA and the environment we are raised in has a profound affect on who we are and who we will become. Read on to find out about this never ending journey of scientific discovery written in small bite sized articles.
Booking A Support Appointment
Therapeutic sessions
Humans are hard wired to talk and interact with other animals around us. Talking to others about our own and others mental wellbeing is good for us. Our psychological and emotional wellbeing needs a little prioritisation to get us back on track at times. Taking the courageous step to seek out information on our mental wellbeing and or having psychological therapy is a testament to your strength. The Listening Therapist understands that each individual's journey is unique and special. All clients will be provided with a safe, supportive and respectful environment for their healing. My approach is grounded in active listening ensuring that you are truly heard and your personal experiences validated. I believe in supporting you through life's challenges, fostering resilience, and empowering you to achieve your personal goals. I prioritize showing respect for your individual identity, creating a non-judgmental atmosphere where you can feel secure and valued no matter who you are.
I have extensive experience assisting clients with a range of complex conditions, including:
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Complex PTSD (C-PTSD), trauma care, pain management, anxiety-based conditions such as Generalised Anxiety Disorder (GAD) / Social Phobias / Panic Attacks / Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) etc., depressive conditions such as Major Depression (MD) / Clinical Depression / Bipolar Disorder etc., and personality disorders such as Psychopathy / Narcissism / Borderline Personality Disorder & Neurodevelopmental conditions.
Building an effective therapeutic relationship is paramount. I strive to create a connection based on trust, empathy, and collaboration. To ensure I am providing the highest quality care, I regularly attend training to stay informed on the latest therapeutic techniques and scientific research. My commitment extends to treating my clients in a holistic way, acknowledging their interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit. Together, we can explore your path to well-being and create lasting positive change. All sessions are based on the principles of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and other psychological therapies depending on the nature of your therapeutic need. I follow ethical and legal rules and best practice guidelines as laid out by the British Psychological Society (BPS) and Health Care Professionals Council (HCPC). I am also a registered member of the BPS. I am fully insured as required by law.
Neurodivergence and Mental Health Student Mentoring
Have you been diagnosed with neurodivergent qualities or are you waiting for a diagnosis? Are you in part time or full time education whether that be based at college, a training company, apprenteship, university or home educated? Whether funded by your local authority, Disability Students Allowance* or privately funding, The Listening Therapist can help you on your educational journey. These appointments can be offered face to face or online at times that are convenient for the student. For details on mentoring appointments, please feel free to contact me at the email address below or via the contact form at the bottom of this site.
So if you are interested in connecting with the Listening Therapist, then please feel free to either use the contact form below or by emailing:
benjamin.thompson@thelisteningtherapist.co.uk
We even have concessionary rates for those who are on government benefits, care leavers or those who are registered disabled. ALL therapeutic assessment sessions (lasting 30 mins approx.) are FREE of charge. I look forward to meeting you in due course and may I thank you for taking the time out of your busy life to visit my web page.
Contact us
Got a question or two? Have a suggestion? Want to leave some feedback? Or looking at making an appointment for an assessment or therapy sessions? Why not drop The Listening Therapist a line through this online form or using the email stated below. Look forward to hearing from you.