About Me & the practice
Ben Blackman BA (Hons) MBACP
Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling (CPCAB Level 4)
I work from private settings in
Croston – Central Lancashire | Blackburn – East Lancashire | Burnley – East Lancashire | Online - UK wide
Qualifications & Professional Memberships
Registered Member of the BACP (MBACP)
CPCAB Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
BACP Certificate of Proficiency
CPCAB Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Studies
Additional CPD in Suicide Awareness and Online Counselling
Working Background
Prior to counselling, I achieved a BA Hons Business Studies Degree and have worked in senior leadership positions for more than 25 years in Charities; Health & Social Care; Public Sector organisations and projects. I have run my own businesses and I continue to balance being a Director of a global business alongside my counselling work.
Agency Experience
During my training I partnered with Blackburn Carers Service and continue to provide counselling with them through voluntary and subsidised services.
I love learning about counselling & psychotherapy, personal development and psychology – I see it as life-long learning which will never stop.
Personal Background
I grew up in Essex before attending university in Liverpool, where I stayed living for 8 years before moving to Lancashire 20 years ago. This is my home, where I live with my wife and 2 daughters.
I love playing & watching cricket and the guitar, gardening, sunshine, travel – and living my life!
Like everyone, I have had a varied life with some really difficult parts alongside truly amazing times. I am well used to juggling the pace and quantity of modern day working & family life, and the challenges that brings.
Qualifications & Professional Memberships
Registered Member of the BACP (MBACP)
CPCAB Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
BACP Certificate of Proficiency
CPCAB Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Studies
Additional CPD in Suicide Awareness and Online Counselling
Agency Experience
During my training I partnered with Blackburn Carers Service and continue to provide counselling with them through voluntary and subsidised services.
I love learning about counselling & psychotherapy, personal development and psychology – I see it as life-long learning which will never stop.
Working Background
Prior to counselling, I achieved a BA Hons Business Studies Degree and have worked in senior leadership positions for more than 25 years in Charities; Health & Social Care; Public Sector organisations and projects. I have run my own businesses and I continue to balance being a Director of a global business alongside my counselling work.
Personal Background
I grew up in Essex before attending university in Liverpool, where I stayed living for 8 years before moving to Lancashire 20 years ago. This is my home, where I live with my wife and 2 daughters.
I love playing & watching cricket and the guitar, gardening, sunshine, travel – and living my life!
Like everyone, I have had a varied life with some really difficult parts alongside truly amazing times. I am well used to juggling the pace and quantity of modern day working & family life, and the challenges that brings.