Benjamin Watkins Counsellor

Watkins Therapy Group Australia, Victoria, 3199

Overview

Location: Frankston, Vic & Online Director & Principal Counsellor at Watkins Therapy Group (WTG) Benjamin isn’t just the Director of WTG – he’s a dedicated, down-to-earth Counsellor who brings warmth, insight, and a practical mindset to every session. With years of experience and a deep passion for helping people overcome life’s hurdles, Benjamin has built a practice that’s as approachable as it is results-driven. Whether you’re navigating relationships, feeling stuck in your career, managing depression, stress or anxiety, or simply looking to improve your overall wellbeing, Benjamin works with you to create a counselling experience that feels personal, purposeful, and empowering. His therapeutic style is grounded in honesty, clarity and collaboration. No one-size-fits-all solutions here. Instead, Benjamin focuses on you – your goals, your challenges, your growth. Together, you’ll set achievable goals and build realistic, tailored strategies that support lasting change. In every session, you’ll find a space that’s safe, supportive, and free from judgement – where it’s okay to be real, messy, and uncertain. That’s where growth happens. Benjamin is a firm believer that with the right support, setbacks can become stepping stones. His counselling approach is about more than just solving problems – it’s about helping you thrive, find clarity, and build a life that feels meaningful. Whether you’re working through a major life transition or just trying to get unstuck, Benjamin brings the calm confidence and compassionate guidance to help you move forward – stronger, clearer, and more resilient than before.

Qualifications and Experience

Education

  • Bachelor of Counselling - The Australian College of Applied Psychology
  • Master Coach of Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP)

Certifications

  • Bachelor of Counselling - The Australian College of Applied Psychology
  • Master Coach of Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP)

Fees/Services

In-clinic consultation

  • 01 - Individual Counselling In-Person (50 minutes)A$155.00
  • 02 - Couples Counselling - In-Person (50 minutes)A$220.00
  • 03 - WTG EAP - In-personA$0.00
  • 04- NDIS Counselling - In PersonA$156.00
  • After Hours Appointment TESTA$180.00

Online consultation

  • 05 - Individual Counselling (50 minutes) - OnlineA$155.00
  • 06 - Couples Counselling - Online (50 minutes)A$220.00
  • 07 - WTG EAP - OnlineA$0.00
  • 08- NDIS Counselling - OnlineA$156.00

Phone consultation

  • 09 - Individual Counselling (50 minutes) - TelehealthA$155.00
  • 10 - WTG EAP - PhoneA$0.00

Working Hours

This Week

Monday:10:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wednesday:10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thursday:10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Friday:10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Specialisation and Services

Area of Focus

  • Anxiety
  • Burnout
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Crisis management
  • Depression
  • Executive Coaching
  • General Counselling
  • Grief and Loss
  • Life Transition and Adjustment Issues
  • Men's isssues
  • Self-Esteem
  • Self-Esteem and Self-Development
  • Stress
  • Teenagers

Modalities

  • Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Gestalt
  • Humanistic
  • Interpersonal
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Neuro-Linguistic Programming
  • Positive Psychology
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

Patient Focus

  • Adults
  • Men

Languages Spoken

  • English

Services

  • Online consultations