MASTERY Show & Podcast, Ben Stimpson, Spiritual Business Coach, Maria Saraphina
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Integrating Spirituality & Narrative in Therapy

w. Integrative Therapist Ben Stimpson

& HOST MARIA SARAPHINA

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MASTERY Show & Podcast, Ben Stimpson, Spiritual Business Coach, Maria Saraphina

MASTERY w. Maria Saraphina | Guest; Integrative Therapist , Spiritual Director & Author Ben Stimpson

In this Sacred Conversation Ben openly shares his spiritual journey, which began in childhood and was influenced by British folklore and Neo-paganism. 

He highlights his experiences with online communities, his exploration of various spiritual traditions, and his transition from an immature spirituality to a deeper, more intentional practice.

Ben also shares his background in social work and his training in spiritual psychotherapy, which led to his book on ancestor work.

Our Sacred Conversation explores the integration of spirituality and narrative in therapy, emphasizing the importance of client confidentiality and ethical practice. Ben highlights the role of spiritual narratives, such as Catholic shame, in shaping clients’ lives and the therapeutic value of exploring these through narratives. The conversation also touches on the transformative power of fantasy and gaming in fostering self-exploration and healing, particularly for queer individuals. 

Ben shares his own personal experiences with non-binary identity and the challenges of ego and responsibility in their therapeutic journey. 

We discuss complexities of mastery and mentorship emphasizing the importance of owning one’s wisdom and experience while acknowledging continuous learning and practice.

This was such a RICH conversation and as you’ll hear, we’ve already decided to join again once Ben is settled back in his native UK.

Enjoy Radiant One. In the comments let me know what you what your biggest takeaway is…

Big hug and loads of love.

xo, Maria Saraphina

TEACHER | Spiritual Business Coach | BUSINESS DEVELOPER | Radical Love Rebel

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More about Ben Stimpson…

Ben Stimpson, BA (Hons), MBACP (He/They/Them) is an integrative therapist, spiritual director, award winning author, podcaster, and independant scholar of folklore and history.

A member of the modern NeoPagan and queer communities, Ben’s personal life helps to inform his professional and research work.

Ben holds a BA (Honours) in Medieval, Classical and Religious Studies from the University of Waterloo; a post-graduate Diploma in Spiritual Psychotherapy; and a Diploma in Social Service Work.

As a therapist, he excels in working with members of the queer community and other marginalized populations, and ascribes to transpersonal, systemic and narrative approaches to therapy.

He is the host of Essence podcast, a weekly show interviewing fellow authors and practitioners in the field of alternative spirituality and therapy.

His debut title, Ancestral Whispers: A Guide to Developing Ancestral Veneration Practices was released by Llewellyn Worldwide and won the 2024 Gold Medal at the COVR Awards.

His second title, Wise Ones: Legends of Witches, Magicians and Cunningfolk of England and Wales is set to debut June 2025 through Crossed Crow Books.

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