LifeTalks Psychology

Counselling, Clinical Supervision and Group Work

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Welcome to LifeTalks Psychology

A Thoughtful Space

About Me

My name is Ben Jearum, and I began my journey into counselling when I faced my own struggles in life and at that point realised I couldn’t work it out on my own (I did try!). With this realisation I entered counselling and went through my own therapeutic process which led me to a deeper understanding of myself and the struggles I faced. With this newfound knowledge I underwent extensive training to become a qualified Counsellor and I now dedicate myself to continuing this learning process and sharing what I have learnt to help others. My work with young people and adults covers many areas including anxiety, low self-esteem, stress, depression, self-image, and relationship problems. I hold an interest in working with Borderline Personality disorder (EUPD).

Ben Jearum, counsellor
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Online and Telephone Counselling

"Having worked with Ben since being a trainee, and now being two years post qualified, I can confidently say I would recommend Ben to anybody looking for a person-centred approach to supervision. Ben has encouraged me to remain autonomous in my decisions and allows space for discussions around clients without judgement or instruction. He has helped build my confidence and abilities beyond recognition and due to this I can feel assured I have the support from him as a supervisor." 

"I have worked with Ben for some time now and I have found that he is able to listen first, discuss the issues with genuine curiosity and collaborate with me to create potential solutions. He is professional, resourceful and offers constructive advice. The supervision sessions are always a positive experience."

"I've had the privilege of being supervised by Ben for over 2 years, for my person-centred counselling work on a monthly basis, both during my training and now as a qualified counsellor. Ben's guidance has been incredibly valuable in nurturing my growth. He creates a safe, supportive space where learning and improvement thrive. His advice is consistently thoughtful and collaborative, empowering me to better understand clients and enhance my effectiveness in sessions. Ben's profound knowledge of person-centred counselling has significantly expanded my skills and confidence."

"Ben's dedication to my development as a counsellor is something I deeply appreciate. His mentorship hasn't just improved my counselling abilities; it has fundamentally shaped how I encourage genuine, client-focused connections. I wholeheartedly recommend Ben as an exceptional supervisor for anyone aiming to excel in person-centred therapy.”

“As a supervisor, Ben takes the time to get to know my clients. He helps me to explore my own relationship with each client, and to understand what my experiences working with each client teach me about myself as a practitioner.”

“I have been working with Ben as my supervisor since 2019. I have always found him supportive, encouraging, he allows me the time to process my thoughts and feelings, he gently challenges these thoughts and feelings in a way that helps me stay on track to work ethically and supportively with clients. I feel I have grown as a counsellor under his supervision.”

“Ben has been my Supervisor for the last three years. His experience of counselling transfers to his unique Supervision, which has allowed me to gain more focus and clarity. Ben has provided me with a calm, comfortable space for me to explore all areas of my counselling work to keep my clients safe. Ben has been loyal and supportive throughout my training and now within my Private Practice work. He has guided me through challenging situations and has always shown me invaluable support.”

“Ben Jearum is a genuinely caring and empathetic therapist. He has been working with my son, of primary school age. He understands him so very well and always has his best interest in mind. It is a huge comfort for me to know that he has the support of such a compassionate and understanding professional. Ben is a warm, friendly therapist who provided a safe secure environment my son needed. Thanks again, for your help”

Working With Me

Counselling for Young People and Adults

At the heart of my work I am a person-centred counsellor offering a safe and confidential space free of judgement and criticism. Our work is a collaborative process with the opportunity to explore and examine the struggles you currently face. Having a dedicated time to focus on yourself in an environment that offers insight and understanding can lead to a greater understanding of what stops you feeling your very best. The benefits of counselling can be improved self-esteem, greater confidence, less anxiety reduced feelings of stress and a better relationship with self and others. Not only do these benefits help with your mental health but also create better physical well-being. I currently offer online counselling and telephone counselling to young people and adults. I hold a recognised qualification in Therapeutic Counselling and Clinical Supervision, and I am a member of the BACP. I undergo regular supervision to maintain a highly robust and ethical service to all my clients.

Clinical Supervision

As a clinical supervisor I have the privilege of working with both trainee and qualified professionals supporting them in their therapeutic journeys. My approach is open, honest, and ethical. I offer one to one supervision and also run Group Supervision for organisations.

Reflective Practice Groups

I provide Reflective Practice Groups for organisations who want to support the well-being of their members of staff. This process focuses on the emotional well-being of each member and the group as a whole. This can lead to a growth in resilience and a healthier more productive work life. This benefits staff and organisations as a whole.

My work has included running Reflective Practice Groups for designated safeguarding leads, teachers, and support staff in a number of educational settings. My model of working can be adapted to fit organisations in other sectors too.

INITIAL ASSESSMENT

I offer a free 15 minute telephone consultation at a time that suits you. Following this we would engage in a more in depth assessment.


Initial Assessment

Through years of experience I have learnt the value of an initial assessment which is a collaborative effort that enables us to formulate a plan to make sure you are getting the right help and support that you deserve. I will focus purely on you to better understand your presenting issues and your reason for committing to the counselling process. The consultation is the perfect opportunity for you to ask me any questions you may have and to express what you need from me and to understand how I can help you.

The Initial assessment fee for counselling is £75.

FEES

Online Counselling Sessions

Traditionally counselling sessions are for 50 minutes but I also offer the option of 90 minutes if you prefer a longer session.

50 minutes at a fee of £60

90 minutes at a fee of £90


Individual Clinical Supervision

60 minutes at a fee of £60

90 minutes at a fee of £90


Group Work

Please enquire about my fee for group supervision and reflective practice groups as I will need to understand your needs in more detail. This would include group size, duration of each session and overall length of your project.

MY LOCATION

I am an online counsellor based in in Frimley which is surrounded by areas such as Guildford, Farnborough, Farnham, Godalming, and Camberley. Working online provides me the opportunity to work with people further afield.

Contact Me

Feel free to contact me if you have any questions about how counselling works, or to arrange an initial assessment appointment. This enables us to discuss the reasons you are thinking of coming to counselling, whether it could be helpful for you and whether I am the right therapist to help.


You can also call me on +447780253159 if you would prefer to leave a message or speak to me first. I am happy to discuss any queries or questions you may have prior to arranging an initial appointment.

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