- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
About Benjamin
Benjamin Fendrich is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Wisconsin with seven years of experience. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, addiction, depression, and anger among other concerns. Benjamin also supports clients dealing with relationship strain, parenting challenges, grief, and life transitions.
He uses straightforward conversation to identify what matters most to each person. Sessions focus on practical steps people can try between meetings. That might include adjusting thoughts and behaviors, building motivation for change, or reworking how someone talks about a difficult situation.
Benjamin draws on client-centered practice to keep sessions focused on each person's priorities. He pairs that with cognitive behavioral tools to spot patterns in thinking and behavior. Motivational interviewing is used when someone is deciding whether to make changes or needs momentum to try something new.
He has worked with people affected by trauma and has training that informs how he approaches those conversations. Benjamin avoids labels that get in the way of progress and focuses on strengths and concrete goals. He explains options clearly and helps people pick small, manageable steps to try between sessions.
Conversations are collaborative and practical. Benjamin aims to help people better manage anger, handle stress at work or home, and reduce cravings or compulsive patterns tied to addiction. He also supports those dealing with sleep problems, low self-esteem, or feelings of isolation.
How his approaches translate to online work
Benjamin combines client-centered methods, cognitive behavioral therapy, and motivational interviewing in online conversations. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and following the client's priorities so sessions stay relevant to what matters to you. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches practical skills to change unhelpful patterns. Motivational Interviewing helps people weigh pros and cons and build their own reasons to make a change.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Benjamin will talk with you about goals and preferences and try different techniques until you find what fits. He aims to make decisions together about what to focus on in sessions and what steps to try between meetings.
Confirm the session formats offered before booking, as formats are not specified here. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, shorten a quick check-in, or avoid travel time. It can also allow more flexible scheduling around work or caregiving duties. Discuss practical needs during the matching questionnaire so session arrangements suit your routine.
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Experience
7+ years
Listed in
Wisconsin
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of issues does he work with?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, depression, anger, relationship and parenting concerns, grief, and related life problems.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He uses a client-centered approach that focuses on your priorities and pairs it with practical CBT techniques and motivational interviewing.
How much experience does he have?
He has seven years of experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Wisconsin working with mental health and addiction concerns.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is an LCSW and practices in Wisconsin.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he accept clients from other countries?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions charged?
Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin scheduling a session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.