- Years in practice
- 20
- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in
- Illinois
- Languages
- English
- Focus
- Addictions
- Focus
- Trauma and abuse
About Benjamin
Benjamin Wrase is a licensed clinical social worker with 20 years of experience helping people manage stress, anxiety, depression, and issues tied to relationships and parenting. He works with individuals facing addictions, grief, anger, and low self-esteem. He also addresses communication problems, guilt and shame, and the emotional aftermath of trauma and abuse.
He uses plain, practical conversation to help people sort their thoughts and priorities. Sessions focus on small, doable changes and clearer thinking.
Background and approach
He listens for patterns that keep problems repeating and helps clients try different ways of responding. Benjamin combines cognitive behavioral tools with mindfulness practices and motivational interviewing. That means he helps people notice unhelpful thinking, try new behaviors, and build steady habits through short, focused steps.
Mindfulness work supports emotional awareness and stress management during these changes. He brings a respectful, values-aware stance to sessions and pays attention to each person's beliefs and background. Therapy is collaborative - clients set goals and track progress together with him.
He aims to help people find workable solutions that fit their daily life. Benjamin is licensed in Illinois as an LCSW. He offers appointments using video calls, phone, live chat, and text-based messaging, which can make ongoing work easier to fit into a busy schedule.
What Benjamin works with
Everything Benjamin lists, in the therapist's own terms. Parenting is the reason this directory exists; the rest shows what else Benjamin helps people with.
- Addictions
- Trauma and abuse
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Communication problems
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
Approaches Benjamin lists
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
How CBT, Mindfulness, and Motivation Work Online
Benjamin uses cognitive behavioral therapy to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and test new behaviors. That approach breaks problems into small parts so clients can try practical changes between sessions and track what works.He also uses mindfulness therapy to teach simple attention and breathing practices. These exercises build awareness of emotional reactions and reduce stress when strong feelings come up. Motivational interviewing helps people find personal reasons to change, useful when addressing addictions or stuck patterns.
Finding the right mix of methods is part of the work. He collaborates with each client to choose approaches based on goals, daily routines, and what feels right. Goals are revisited as progress is made so methods can adapt over time.
Online formats - video calls, phone, live chat, and text messaging - make it easier to keep momentum between appointments. Video is good for in-depth conversation and skill practice. Phone sessions work when bandwidth is limited or a simpler check-in is needed. Live chat or text messaging can support quick reflection, brief coaching, and follow-up between sessions. These options increase flexibility and make regular sessions easier to schedule around parenting and work commitments.
Questions people ask about Benjamin
What concerns does this therapist focus on?
He helps people with addictions, trauma and abuse, stress, anxiety, depression, grief, anger, and self-esteem. He also addresses relationship strain, parenting challenges, communication problems, forgiveness, and guilt and shame.
What is the general therapeutic style?
Sessions emphasize straightforward conversation and practical steps. The approach blends thinking-based tools, mindfulness, and motivational techniques to build new habits and clearer decision making.
How much experience does he have?
He has 20 years of clinical experience working with a range of emotional and behavioral concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
Benjamin holds the LCSW credential and is licensed in Illinois.
Which languages are supported and can international clients join?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin therapy with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.
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