Ben Maclaren
Counsellor or psychotherapist (ACA, PACFA or CPCA)
About
I'm based in Canberra and see clients both in person and online. My role is to support you in figuring out what is happening and find ways to change that help a good life.
Outside one-on-one sessions, I facilitate a fortnightly men's peer-support walking group with The Man Walk Australia here in Canberra and run group sessions.
What approaches do you use?
My approach centres you as the agent to your own life and myself as fellow traveller with expertise about the mind, body and spirit.
My role is to be your non-judgemental supporter; to create an environment for safe exploration, growth, discovery and reflection; a sort of sandbox for life, preferably with less grit in the shirt.
Neuroaffirming: Many people think and see the world differently from the stock standard norm. Sometimes we might see ourselves as a bit different or fringe; I work with you the way your brain works to build a life that works the way you do.
Works with
Approach
- Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT)
- Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT)
- Psychodynamic therapy
Qualifications
Grad Diploma in Counselling (2026), Masters of Counselling (2027)
Fees
$150 a session, set by the practitioner. No GP plan needed. Not Medicare rebatable.
Where and how
Video sessions (telehealth) for clients anywhere in Australia.
Taking new clients.
We introduce you and you agree a first session time with Ben.
Membership
Member, ACA Level 1.
Membership checked by Inner Help on 12/11/2026 and re-checked yearly. This confirms the membership; it is not an assessment of the quality of care.
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