- Stress and anxiety
- Life changes
- Relationship concerns
About Benjamin
Benjamin Smith is an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) in Louisiana with 14 years of experience. He works with adults who are dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, low self-esteem, depression, and life changes. He also focuses on issues such as avoidant personality traits, caregiver stress, codependency, commitment and control problems, and the practical fallout of separation or divorce.
Benjamin uses a collaborative, person-centered way of working. Clients set the agenda and move at a pace that feels right for them. He helps people clarify what matters most and turn broad hopes into concrete, manageable goals.
Sessions focus on practical steps and honest reflection. He helps people highlight areas for growth and keeps them accountable to the changes they want to make. Conversations are straightforward and aimed at producing usable next steps after each meeting.
Benjamin supports adults facing family problems, fatherhood concerns, guilt and shame, impulsivity, and the aftermath of natural or human-caused disaster. He also works with people navigating emptiness, forgiveness, and problems with communication.
People who choose him can expect a steady, collaborative process that emphasizes clear goals and follow-through. To begin, readers should confirm current session options and book through the site flow that matches their needs.
Approaches and how online work fits
Benjamin describes a person-centered, collaborative style that centers the client's priorities and pace. This approach focuses on listening, clarifying goals, and shaping conversations around what matters most to the client, which can help when someone feels directionless after a life change.He also uses practical, goal-focused techniques to break larger concerns into clear steps. These methods aim to turn broad intentions into specific actions, useful for problems like low motivation, relationship communication issues, or coping with transitions.
Deciding which approach to use is part of the early work. The therapist will help clients compare options and choose what fits their needs, goals, and preferences. That choice is collaborative and can change as progress is made.
If you are considering remote sessions, confirm the specific session formats before booking since the biography does not list them. Online sessions can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight, and reduce travel time so therapy feels more manageable alongside work or family duties. Licensed professionals can often adapt pacing and focus to suit an online rhythm, helping people stay accountable to their goals without promising a specific outcome.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
14+ years
Listed in
Louisiana
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, self-esteem, and coping with life changes. He also focuses on caregiver stress, codependency, commitment issues, and related concerns.
How does he approach feeling stuck?
He uses a collaborative, person-centered approach where the client sets the agenda. He helps clarify goals and breaks them into practical steps to work on between sessions.
How much experience does he have?
He has 14 years of clinical experience working with adults on mood, relationship, and adjustment concerns.
What are his credentials and location?
He is an LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor, practicing in Louisiana.
Can I see him if I live outside the United States?
Sessions are offered in English and he is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking since formats were not specified in the biography.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What should I do to get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session to begin.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.