- Guilt and shame
- Goal clarity
- Caregiver stress
About Benjamin
Benjamin Smith is an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) practicing in Louisiana with 14 years of experience. He works with adults facing stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, low self-esteem, depression, and life changes. He also addresses concerns such as guilt and shame, codependency, communication and control issues, fatherhood questions, and caregiver stress.
Benjamin uses a collaborative, person-centered way of working. He lets the client set the agenda and moves at a pace that feels manageable. Sessions focus on clarifying goals, naming what matters most, and spotting patterns that get in the way.
Therapy sessions involve practical steps. Benjamin helps people break larger goals into small, doable actions and keeps accountability in view. Conversations aim to make the next step clearer rather than piling on more tasks.
He pays attention to how guilt and shame show up in daily life and in relationships. He also works with issues that can feel like stuckness - emptiness, impulsivity, or problems committing. The approach is steady and focused on real-world changes.
Clients can expect straightforward conversation about values, choices, and habits. Benjamin helps people reflect and plan rather than delivering lectures. If you want to start, follow the site prompts to complete the short questionnaire and schedule a first session.
Approaches used in remote sessions
Benjamin describes a collaborative, person-centered way of working that carries well to online therapy. Person-centered work means the client sets the agenda and the therapist follows, helping to clarify goals and guide the pace of sessions. This approach suits people who want to steer conversations about values and choices.He also emphasizes practical, goal-focused work. That involves breaking larger concerns into small steps, tracking progress, and creating doable actions between sessions. This method often helps with issues like guilt, shame, motivation, and making changes in daily routines.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Benjamin will help you figure out which methods fit your needs, goals, and preferences. You and he decide together how to balance reflection and practical tasks so sessions match what you want to accomplish.
Confirm the specific online session options before booking, as the biography does not list formats. In general, therapy delivered remotely can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Many people find that online work still supports clear goal-setting, accountability, and step-by-step change.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
14+ years
Listed in
Louisiana
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, low self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include guilt and shame, codependency, and communication problems.
How does he approach feelings of guilt or shame?
He uses a collaborative, person-centered approach that helps clients name how guilt or shame shows up and set concrete goals to address it. Sessions emphasize reflection and practical next steps.
How much experience does he have?
He has 14 years of clinical experience working with adults on mood, relationship, and life-change concerns.
What credential and location does he hold?
He is an LPC, licensed in Louisiana, and practices there.
Does he work in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English. He is not accepting international clients.
What session formats are offered?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not list specific formats.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.