I am an accredited psychotherapist with the BACP and in Edinburgh, Scotland with several years of experience working as a psychodynamic and person-centred psychotherapist. My work with individual clients and couples range from issues regarding bereavement, loss/grief, anxiety, trauma/complex trauma, PTSD, depression, relationship issues, stress, sexual abuse, self-harm, anger management, parenting problems, work-related issues and self-esteem. I also use breath work, mindfulness and somatic approaches where necessary while working with clients. Although I do not diagnose, I can work with your diagnosis to help you understand and make meaning of your experiences.
My therapy style is warm, safe and non-judgmental. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatising labels. My approach can be described as relational psychodynamic, combining person-centred, psychodynamic, inter-personal and psychoanalytic approaches to therapy. I believe that everyone is different, so I will tailor our work together to meet your unique and specific needs.
It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you.
I look forward to working with you!
Professional experience
5 yrs in practice
Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsGriefSelf esteem, MotivationCoping with life changes
Additional areas of focus:LGBT, Relationship issues, Trauma and abuse, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Depression, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Attachment issues, BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture, Body image, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Eating and food-related issues, Emptiness, Family problems, Fatherhood issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Personality disorders, Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy and childbirth, Prejudice and discrimination, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-harm, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Somatization, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
BACP Therapist - Registered Member MBACP (Accred) #391948
Reviews
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Very good at listening and understanding the problems that I’m telling her 💯
Written on Apr 13, 2026 after therapy with Benedicta for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, sleeping disorders, and adhd
Great listener that helps me process some
Of the emotions that I’m experiencing.
I’ve learnt a good amount about myself through our conversations
I really do appreciate it
Written on Mar 04, 2026 after therapy with Benedicta for 2 weeks
Have only had a few sessions so far but always come away feeling uplifted even when I'm in a very bad place and Bennie has such a wonderful way with words that you feel incredibly nourished just interacting with her, a truly healing presence for me personally. Would highly recommend
Written on Jan 07, 2026 after therapy with Benedicta for 1 month on issues concerning lgbt, relationship issues, anger management, and compassion fatigue
She is very lovely and attentive
Written on Aug 22, 2025 after therapy with Benedicta for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
I feel very understood and heard. This therapy, especially with Benedicta is very helpful. I would recommend her services/betterhelp to anyone!
Written on Aug 06, 2025 after therapy with Benedicta for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, anger management, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
I have recently started therapy with Benedicta and from the first session I felt that she just got me, and understood me. She helps me draw connections through my experiences and my feelings, and I don’t feel judged for anything that I speak with her about. I was nervous about starting talking therapy but after the first couple of sessions, I look forward to speaking with Benedicta.
Written on Jul 10, 2025 after therapy with Benedicta for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and relationship issues
Bennie is a wonderful therapist with many skills. Her person-centered approach to therapy makes for a lovely experience when in session, and a welcomed change to therapy I’ve personally experienced in the past. I would definitely recommend her expertise to anyone who is struggling with life, or wants to improve themselves in a whole range of categories. Bennie is not just my therapist; but a friend that I look forward to chatting with each day and week. She is really an invaluable asset to my life, and my future.
Written on Apr 07, 2025 after therapy with Benedicta for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
Very kind, empathetic and compassion
Written on Dec 16, 2024 after therapy with Benedicta for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, and compassion fatigue
Incredibly supportive, understanding and kind. Has really made me feel like my emotions are valid and I deserve to respect them. Couldn’t recommend more.
Written on Jun 13, 2024 after therapy with Benedicta for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and adhd
Benedicta is a very good listener and opens a welcoming and non-judgemental space whilst also asking the pertinent questions that drive forward my self-understanding. She seems wise and kind and I look forward to speaking with her each week.
Written on Feb 21, 2024 after therapy with Benedicta for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, and family conflicts
Benedicta has been absolutely amazing with supporting me with my self confidence and personal situations that I’ve been struggling with. Benedicta really listens to how your feeling and empathises with you which makes you feel heard. I really can’t recommend Benedicta enough and I wouldn’t want to speak to anyone else as I feel we have a great connection and understanding of how to communicate. I can’t thank her enough for the support in difficult times. When your battling with yourself then have a session, it’s like a weight has been lifted from your shoulders.
Written on Jan 09, 2024 after therapy with Benedicta for 1 year and 3 months on issues concerning depression, and stress, anxiety
I wouldn't quite have the words to give justice to the understanding and thoughtful approach Benedicta Sanio Ala-Oborie gives as a therapist.
She always gives a timely, intelligent, and kind response.
I was honestly scared to start therapy as I had poor experiences with councillors as a teenager where I felt patronised and misunderstood.
Benedicta put me at ease immediately and after every session, regardless of what has been discussed or my feelings on certain topics, I feel good.
I couldn't recommend Benedicta enough. She is a truly amazing woman.
Written on Nov 12, 2023 after therapy with Benedicta for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and anger management
Benedicta is a great therapist who listens well
Written on Oct 01, 2023 after therapy with Benedicta for 10 months on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and eating disorders
I have only just started my journey with Benedicta but what a woman! I have no idea how she does it to be able to write a great review but she does something and I talk, I connect things and I feel safe. Would absolutely recommend. Thank you!
Written on Aug 23, 2023 after therapy with Benedicta for 1 month on issues concerning relationship issues
Bennie is extremely understanding and supportive, she helps me get to the root of my problems and offers great methods and advice to help me deal with them.
Written on Mar 26, 2023 after therapy with Benedicta for 1 month on issues concerning depression, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, and adhd
After being hit with a boat load of reality I was seeking guidance in pursuing a positive metal state and working through multiple personal issues and traumas. Benedicta was the extremely helpful and supportive throughout my journey while upholding professionalism and not being afraid to dig into some of the more disturbing topics. I could not recommend her services enough as for the amount of effort I put in I saw constant and positive improvement in multiple areas of my mental health and living situation in general.
Written on Jan 16, 2023 after therapy with Benedicta for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
I feel greatly supported by Benedicta.
Written on Dec 22, 2022 after therapy with Benedicta for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
This has been really helpful!
Written on Nov 01, 2022 after therapy with Benedicta for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, career difficulties, and adhd
Benedicta is an empathetic and solution focussed therapist which makes her working style very impactful.
She is able to unpack complex issues into manageable approaches to dealing with them.
I have found her approach not only supportive but also instructive as to where I cold carry on with my learning journey to
Make the life I want to life manifest itself in reality.
She is a trustworthy guide whom you feel is working with you to help you read lose your most grounded and authentic self.
Her soothing presence is a real boon on what has been a tumultuous time in my life when being overwhelmed seemed intractable.
I would recommend her readily to anyone who is on a this journey of discovery, we call
life.
I feel very fortunate to have benefited from her generous ability to hold space for her clients to grow, and to explore authentically, whom they want to be.
A class act.
Written on Oct 27, 2022 after therapy with Benedicta for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, and bipolar disorder
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