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Victoria (Vix) Benson, BACP

Victoria (Vix) Benson is a BACP counsellor based in the United Kingdom.

Addictions
Relationship issues
Depression
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About Victoria

Victoria (Vix) Benson is a BACP counsellor based in the United Kingdom. She has four years of clinical experience and supports people facing stress, anxiety and depression. Vix believes people are the experts on their own stories and draws on those strengths during sessions.

She works in a client-led way and does not give direct advice. Her approach focuses on helping people notice patterns in thinking, feeling and behaviour. Conversations may include gentle reflection, open observations and thoughtful challenge to help clients see themselves more clearly.

Background and approach

This method aims to help people make choices about the changes they want to try. Vix also works with relationship and intimacy-related issues, grief, trauma and abuse, and struggles with addictions or eating and sleeping difficulties. She has additional focus on areas such as autism and Asperger syndrome, codependency, and family of origin problems.

Sessions are shaped around each person’s priorities rather than a fixed template. People who come for help with parenting stress, communication problems or coping with life changes can expect a steady, respectful tone. Vix aims to create room for reflection rather than offering quick fixes.

The work moves at a pace set by the client. Practical matters such as session format and scheduling are handled upfront so the therapeutic work can be the focus. Vix supports exploration of goals, boundaries and next steps as the work progresses.

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Registration

Body	Registration number	Expires
BACP	402020	September 2026

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Sessions and payment

Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.

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Focus areas and approaches

Everything Victoria lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Addictions
Relationship issues
Depression
Coping with life changes
ADHD
Stress, Anxiety
LGBT
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Eating disorders
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Self esteem
Autism and Asperger Syndrome
Avoidant personality
Blended family issues
Caregiver issues and stress
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Dependent personality
Divorce and separation
Drug and alcohol addiction
Eating and food-related issues
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Fertility issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Hoarding
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Paranoia
Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
Postpartum depression
Pregnancy and childbirth
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-harm
Self-love
Sexuality
Social anxiety and phobia
Workplace issues
Young adult issues

Ways of working Victoria names

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How Vix’s approaches work online

Client-Centred Therapy puts the person’s experience at the heart of the work and focuses on listening, empathy and supporting personal choice. It suits people who want a calm space to talk things through and to find their own next steps.

Psychodynamic Therapy looks at patterns from the past that influence current feelings and behaviour. It helps when someone wants to understand repeated themes in relationships, mood or self-image rather than just immediate fixes.

Finding the right approach is part of the process and Vix works collaboratively to decide what fits best. She will discuss goals and preferences, then adapt techniques so they match the client’s needs and pace.

Online sessions are available by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to offer flexibility. Video calls are close to face-to-face work, phone sessions can be shorter check-ins or suit lower bandwidth, live chat and messaging let people share between scheduled sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, family or travel.

Frequently asked

What concerns does she help with?

She works with stress, anxiety and depression as well as relationship and intimacy-related issues. Other areas include trauma and abuse, addictions, grief, eating and sleeping difficulties, and self-esteem.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

The approach is client-centred and client-led, using reflection and gentle challenge to help people notice patterns. She avoids giving direct advice and focuses on guiding people to their own answers.

What background and experience does she have?

She has four years of experience offering psychotherapeutic counselling. Her work draws on listening, reflection and observation to support change.

What credentials and location are listed?

She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practises in the United Kingdom.

Which languages are used and can she see international clients?

Sessions are offered in English. She does not accept international clients at this time.

In what formats are sessions offered?

Sessions can be arranged as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on preference and practicality.

How is the cost of therapy handled?

Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

What are the steps to begin working together?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.