- Client-centered approach
- Practical skill building
- Mindfulness and CBT
About Benjamin
Benjamin Smith is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Indiana. He draws on nearly two decades in clinical social work to help people facing stress, anxiety, depression, anger, and self-esteem struggles. He also supports those navigating parenting and family concerns and people wrestling with life purpose and men's issues.
He uses a client-centered, strength-focused approach that treats the person as the expert in their life. Sessions emphasize practical steps and skills. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), mindfulness techniques, solution-focused methods, and motivational interviewing are part of his toolkit.
Benjamin aims to create a respectful and non-judgmental atmosphere where people can speak honestly about their challenges. He helps clients sort priorities, reduce symptoms that get in the way of daily life, and try new ways of responding to stress and conflict.
Many people seek help for parenting strain, fatherhood concerns, or chronic family problems, and he brings plainspoken guidance to those subjects. He also works with social anxiety, seasonal mood shifts, and young adult transitions.
With 19 years of experience as an LCSW, he combines practical strategies with collaborative planning. He welcomes conversations about goals and obstacles, and helps people build skills they can use between sessions.
How specific approaches shape online therapy
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and following the client's priorities. The therapist creates space for people to describe what matters most and helps them set meaningful goals.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It offers clear strategies to test unhelpful thinking and practice new behaviors for anxiety, depression, and stress.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) adds skills for managing intense emotions and improving how a person handles conflict. It can be useful when anger or strong mood swings get in the way of daily life.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. The therapist will work together with each person to pick methods that match their goals, needs, and preferences. That collaborative decision is revisited as progress is made.
Session logistics were not specified in the profile, so confirm available session formats before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It also helps people keep continuity of care when routines change, while the therapist and client adapt goals and methods to the online setting.
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Experience
19+ years
Listed in
Indiana
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does this therapist commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, self-esteem, relationship strain, and parenting and family concerns. He also focuses on fatherhood issues, life purpose, men's issues, social anxiety, SAD, and young adult challenges.
What is the therapist's general approach to therapy?
His style is client-centered and strength-focused, meaning the client's goals guide the work. He mixes practical skills training with mindfulness and problem-solving techniques.
How much experience does he have?
He has 19 years of experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Indiana. That background includes work with stress, parenting problems, and a range of mood and anxiety concerns.
What credential does he hold and where is he located?
He holds an LCSW credential and practices in Indiana.
In which language are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
Session formats were not specified in the profile; please confirm current session options before booking.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with this therapist?
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