Counsellor profile
Arben "Ben" Delija, BACP, NCPS
United Kingdom
Integrative counsellor - addiction and relationships
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- Credentials
- BACP, NCPS
- Registration
- BACP, United Kingdom / 406737; NCPS, United Kingdom / NCS22-02259
- Experience
- 5 years
- Languages
- English, Albanian
- Location
- United Kingdom
About
- Person-centred work
- CBT strategies
- Harm reduction
About Arben
Arben "Ben" Delija is an integrative counsellor in the United Kingdom with five years of counselling experience and a background in longer-term work with substance use. He is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS). He offers help for stress, anxiety, addiction-related concerns, self-esteem and relationship strain including codependency.
Ben blends person-centred work with practical methods from cognitive behavioural therapy. He also uses elements of dialectical behaviour therapy and motivational interviewing. Sessions focus on what is happening now and on small steps that can feel doable between meetings.
Clients coming for addiction support can expect an emphasis on harm reduction. Ben has around 18 years of experience working with people affected by drug or alcohol issues in group and one-to-one settings, and he draws on that when discussing coping strategies and relapse prevention.
Work on relationships and communication looks at attachment patterns and everyday interactions. He helps people recognise patterns such as people-pleasing or difficulty saying no, and practises concrete responses and boundary statements during sessions.
Sessions are conversational and aim to build practical skills alongside space to reflect. Ben speaks English and Albanian, and he accepts clients from outside the UK. Before booking, people are asked to check the current session options and scheduling details.
How sessions work
How Ben applies common approaches online
Ben commonly draws on client-centred work and cognitive behavioural therapy to help people notice patterns and try practical changes. Client-centred work involves listening and helping people name what matters to them, which can clarify priorities for change. Cognitive behavioural therapy focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and testing small behaviour changes to shift mood and reactions. He also uses elements of dialectical behaviour therapy for emotion regulation and distress tolerance. That approach teaches short strategies to manage intense feelings and skills for calmer responses in relationship moments. Together these methods aim to combine reflective conversation with hands-on skill building. Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist works collaboratively to choose methods that match a persons goals and practical needs. Sessions will include checking how techniques feel and adjusting plans as needed. Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm the current online options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy around daily life, allow shorter check-ins when needed, reduce travel time, and let people join from different locations when international arrangements apply.Areas of focus
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Experience
5+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English, Albanian
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship and family issues, trauma and other concerns such as codependency and self-esteem.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses an integrative approach combining person-centred listening with CBT, DBT and motivational interviewing techniques to practise skills and set small goals.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has five years as an integrative counsellor and around 18 years of experience working with drug and alcohol issues in group and one-to-one settings.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is listed with BACP and NCPS and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English and Albanian.
Can people outside the UK work with him?
He accepts international clients; confirm any practical arrangements before booking.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
Details come from information the counsellor supplied to BetterHelp. A registration can be checked with the body that issued it.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are not safe at home, use the crisis and helpline numbers.