Coaching Support for Chronic Pain in Dorset: Meet Ben Mitchell of Your Life Matters

Living with chronic pain is often an invisible battle, but for Dorset-based coach Ben Mitchell, it became the inspiration for creating something meaningful.

After more than a decade navigating life with Ankylosing Spondylitis (a form of spinal arthritis), Ben founded Your Life Matters, a coaching practice designed to support people living with chronic pain, fatigue, burnout, and emotional overwhelm.

What began as a personal journey has become a powerful mission: to help others feel seen, heard, and supported, especially when their pain is invisible to the outside world.

“I founded Your Life Matters after becoming a father and realising I wanted more than just survival, I wanted to thrive. And I wanted others to know they could too.”

Many of Ben’s clients come to him feeling stuck. This can be physically, emotionally, or mentally. Chronic illness affects every aspect of life, from relationships to work to self-worth. Through 1:1 coaching, Ben helps clients manage that overwhelm and gently rebuild their lives.

“It’s not about fixing anyone, it’s about giving people the tools, space, and mindset to feel in control again,” he says.

Coaching support includes:

· Emotional well-being and confidence coaching

· Mindset and pacing strategies

· Lifestyle changes for chronic illness management

· Tools for reconnecting with personal values and purpose

Whether clients are navigating a new diagnosis or long-term conditions like ME/CFS, fibromyalgia, or arthritis, Ben creates a compassionate, tailored space for healing and growth.

Why Coaching Is Essential for Chronic Pain and Mental Health

In today’s fast-paced world, people with long-term health conditions often feel lost in the system, unseen by traditional services, and overwhelmed by well-meaning advice that doesn’t reflect their lived reality.

“We’re bombarded with quick fixes, but what people really need is space to pause, reflect, and focus on what truly matters,” says Ben.

Coaching offers that space. It provides consistent support, emotional clarity, and the chance to rebuild confidence, especially for those living with invisible illnesses and feeling disconnected from their former selves.

Walk-and-Talk Coaching in Dorset

One of Ben’s proudest achievements was launching walk-and-talk coaching in the Dorset countryside.

“Having those honest, heart-led conversations outdoors, surrounded by nature, really helps people reconnect with hope. And it’s when I felt the power of what I do.”

Other standout moments include clients taking their first pain-free walk in months, enjoying meaningful time with their children again, or simply rediscovering a sense of possibility.

Advice for Anyone Living with Chronic Illness or Fatigue

Ben’s message is simple but powerful:

“You don’t have to do it all at once. And you definitely don’t have to do it alone. Start with something small, like talking to someone or journaling. Give yourself permission to be supported.”

Whether it’s chronic pain, emotional burnout, or feeling stuck in survival mode, Ben believes everyone deserves to feel empowered, and to know that a different kind of life is possible.

Book a Free Discovery Call with Ben Mitchell – Chronic Illness Coach in Dorset

Looking for chronic pain coaching, emotional wellbeing support, or mindset guidance in Dorset or online? Visit www.yourlife-matters.co.uk to learn more about Ben’s services and book a free call.