Think clearly again
about work.
I'm Benjamin Mitchell, an NCPS-accredited CBT/REBT therapist. I help people work through stress, low mood and the pressure that builds up around work — in a focused 6–12 week programme, not open-ended therapy.
Accredited registrant of the National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society. Insured and supervised.
The approach
A programme with a beginning and an end.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy is practical and structured. We agree what you want to change, work on it with real tools, and review whether it's landing — every session.
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A free first call
Twenty minutes to describe what's going on and decide whether CBT fits.
02
Assessment
We map the pattern — the situations, thoughts, feelings and habits keeping it going.
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Weekly sessions
Six to twelve weeks of focused work, with written practice between sessions.
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Ending well
You leave with a toolkit you can use on your own. That's the point.
How I can help
Feeling stuck or overwhelmed? You're not alone.
Together we can work through these challenges using practical, evidence-based techniques that create real change in daily life.
Lifting low mood
Uncover what's keeping you stuck and build daily habits that gradually bring back energy.
Taming worry and anxiety
Understand your anxiety patterns and face feared situations step by step.
Breaking procrastination
Get to what's really holding you back — it's rarely just laziness.
Managing difficult emotions
Respond thoughtfully to stress, anger and hurt rather than react automatically.
Healthier relationships
Communicate your needs, set boundaries, handle conflict with confidence.
Balance and rebuilding joy
Identify what matters to you and make space for it again.
Client experience
What people say afterwards.
“Now I have the skills to do something about how I'm feeling.”
“I've found our session amazingly useful. I'm now able to recognise 'okay, this is the way I'm feeling' and then actually have the ammunition - the skills to do something about how I'm feeling. That is awesome”
“I was blown away by CBT and Benjamin's soft, steady approach.”
“From the very first session with Benjamin, I was blown away by CBT and his soft, steady approach. It unlocked my ability to question the way I thought about my feelings. The process, the tools, and our weekly sessions were amazing — the impact it had in a short amount of time was huge.”
“He blends deep technical expertise with cognitive behavioural techniques.”
“I've known Benjamin for over 20 years, and he's one of the sharpest and most genuine people I know. He blends deep technical expertise with cognitive behavioural techniques in a way that's incredibly effective. If you're looking to 'defrag' your brain and get back to peak performance, Benjamin is the person to speak to.”
About me
Thirty years in tech, then trained as a therapist.
I combine a thirty-year career in technology with training in CBT and REBT. Through my own journey from software engineering into leadership, I've spent a long time in genuinely high-pressure work — so the pressures you're describing probably won't need much explaining.
If your world is deadlines, difficult stakeholders and performance reviews, that blend means you won't spend the first session on background. (If you work in tech, there's no translation layer at all.) We can get straight to the thinking that's making them harder than they need to be. I specialise in career transitions, imposter syndrome and finding fulfilment in the work itself.
Recent writing
What the work actually looks like.
Short reads on the thinking patterns that show up most often in tech — and the CBT techniques we'd use on them together.
Questions
Before you get in touch.
How long does it take?
Most people work with me for six to twelve weekly sessions. CBT is designed to be time-limited — the aim is that you leave able to do this for yourself, not that you keep coming back.
What is CBT?
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is a type of talking therapy that helps you identify and change unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns. It focuses on current problems and equips you with practical skills to manage challenges.
Is this therapy or coaching?
This is therapy. CBT/REBT focuses on distress — low mood, anxiety, anger, self-criticism — using structured, evidence-based tools. Some of what we do will feel practical and goal-focused, but the frame is therapeutic throughout.
Do I have to talk about my past?
You have the freedom to choose what you share. In CBT, we primarily focus on current attitudes and beliefs related to present or recurring events. However, if revisiting past experiences would be beneficial, we can explore that too.
Are you accredited?
Yes. I’m an accredited registrant of the National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society, hold a diploma in CBT and REBT, and work under regular supervision with professional insurance.
How long do sessions go for?
Regular sessions usually last up to 50 minutes. I also offer double sessions for those who want more time to work through things in depth.
Is it online or in person?
Sessions are online, which is what most clients prefer — it fits around work and removes the commute.
What happens between sessions?
Written practice: thought records and mood logs in your private portal, usually fifteen minutes a few times a week. This is where most of the progress is made.
A quick check
Is short-term CBT right for you?
Thinking patterns like these are very common — and they respond well to short-term CBT.
- Negative thoughts about work follow you into evenings and weekends
- You get stuck in loops of procrastination and self-criticism
- Anxiety makes it hard to focus just when a deadline matters most
- Your achievements rarely feel 'good enough', whatever the evidence
- You feel dread before meetings or presentations - even routine ones
If several of these sound familiar, short-term CBT offers practical, evidence-based tools to change the patterns behind them. If none do, therapy may not be what you need right now — and that's a good place to be.
No preparation needed. All conversations are confidential.
Get in touch
Start with a free 25-minute call.
No commitment and no assessment forms. Tell me what's going on and I'll be honest about whether I'm the right person to help.
This service isn't for crisis support. If you're in immediate distress, contact your GP, call 111, or call Samaritans free on 116 123, any time. See our urgent support page.
This conversation is for you if:
- You're feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or experiencing low mood
- Work pressures are affecting your wellbeing or relationships
- You want practical strategies, not just motivational talk
- You're ready to invest in your mental wellbeing
What happens next?
- 01Book a time slot that fits your schedule
- 02Receive a secure video link via email
- 03No preparation needed — just come as you are
Secure video calls, no preparation needed. Need a different time? Contact me directly. Everything you write is confidential.