Miles Benjamin Psychotherapy & Counselling
Hello and Welcome
Hello, I am Miles, a highly qualified psychotherapist and counsellor based
in West Bridgford, Nottingham. I work with young people, adults and older
adults. I work online and face to face.
Reaching out to seek psychotherapy or counselling can feel overwhelming,
unfamiliar or scary; so I am really glad that you've made it here. Please be
assured that whatever your reason for seeking therapy, you deserve a
therapeutic space, someone to hear you, see you and to feel supported- no reason is too big or too small, too common or too unusual. I welcome all experiences and identities in my therapy space- all parts of you are invited.
I have a Bsc (Hons) in Humanistic and Integrative Psychotherapy and Counselling from The Sherwood Psychotherapy Training Institute (University of Staffordshire), which included 110+ hours of my own personal therapy, 200+ clinical hours, 80+ clinical supervision hours, and my own research project. I have 3 years clinical experience as of 2026.
I am a registered member of the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy), my membership reference can be found on the footer of my website. I also have an enhanced DBS check.
Clinical Experiences & Themes/ Issues
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Depression/ low mood
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Anxiety
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Grief and bereavement
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Rape, childhood sexual abuse & incest
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Dissociation
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Sex and relationship issues
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Loneliness/ isolation
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Gender and sexuality identity
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Family estrangement
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Trauma
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Difficult childhood and family dysfunction
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Emotional abuse
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Neurodiversity
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Bullying, discrimination
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Chronic illness and disability
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Adoption
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Terminal illness
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Relationship difficulties and endings
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Somatic/ body trauma symptoms
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Spirituality and religion
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Structural opression eg misogyny, racism, homophobia, transphobia etc
How I Work
Reaching out for therapy can feel difficult or overwhelming, but please be assured we can work at your pace and with your needs, feelings and experiences at the centre of our work.
I am a humanistic and integrative psychotherapist and counsellor, which means I work holistically, inviting all parts of your identity and experiences into therapy to be witnessed, explored and embraced. We can work at your pace, focusing on what you want from therapy. We can work together creatively exploring different forms of expression that might feel right for you such as talking, music, drawing, meditation, guided imagery and more. Everyone is capable of change, we can all expand our ability to manage and express emotions such as anxiety, sadness, grief or stress. We all have the capacity to improve our relationships, including our relationship with ourselves. I offer a relaxed, creative, warm and safe environment for you to focus on yourself, explore your experiences and find new parts of yourself.
I work in a trauma informed, patriarchy informed, transphobia and queerphobia informed, and neurodiversity informed way. All people and experiences are welcome.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if I need psychotherapy?
Perhaps something in your life is feeling stuck or unfulfilling, or a part of you is feeling uncomfortable or misunderstood, maybe totally invisible. Maybe there is a feeling, a thought, image , a physical sensation, a relationship or memory that is bothering you. It is equally ok to enter therapy for a specific reason, and to enter therapy not quite knowing your reasons yet, other than a desire or curiosity.
How many sessions will I need?
There is no set time on how long it takes to build a therapeutic relationship or how long therapy “should” be. Personally, I specialise in long term consistent therapy (6 months+), taking the time to work in depth with you, yet at a safe and steady pace, building a warm relationship with you as we go.
What is your cancellation policy?
I ask for 48 hours notice if you wish to cancel a session, otherwise the session is still chargeable.
How often and how long are therapy sessions?
Therapy sessions are 50 minutes long. I offer long term weekly session slots, weekly therapy gives us regular, consistent contact, which helps us to build a stronger therapeutic relationship and create a safer, more stable experience for you.
What are your fees and accepted methods of payment?
My fees are £50 per session. I prefer cash payments but I also accept bank transfer as well.
More About Me
Sometimes it can feel important to know a bit more about a therapist before you work with them, so here is some of me. I love being out in the world, on grass, on sand, in the woods, being near water- here are some of my own photos I've taken while out walking. I really enjoy being creative, I love drawing, digital art, painting, music, writing and poetry. I have a particular affection for abstract art, life drawing, Margaret Atwood, 'brat', Billie Eilish, Jacob Collier- just to name a few.
West Bridgford, Nottingham
NG2
Parking:
I work from my home where there is ample free parking.
Bus Routes:
My address is just a 1 minute walk away from the Kingfishers Court bus stop for the number 6 (Gamston to City).
Clinic Hours:
Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday 12pm - 7pm