- ACT ideas
- CBT techniques
- Motivational interviewing
About Benjamin
Benjamin Lara is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 11 years of experience in clinical practice in Idaho. He helps people who are dealing with anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma, grief, and anger. He also supports work-related stress, sleep and eating issues, relationship concerns, and ADHD.
He uses a person-centered approach that keeps sessions focused on the individual's goals. That means conversations start with what matters most to the person and build from there. He describes his style as non-judgmental and practical.
Benjamin regularly draws on cognitive behavioral techniques to examine thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going. He also uses motivational interviewing to help people resolve ambivalence about change. Mindfulness and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ideas are woven into sessions to help with current distress and relapse prevention.
He has worked across a range of concerns including caregiver stress, chronic pain and illness, family of origin issues, and substance use. He also addresses intimacy-related and alternative sexual culture topics such as BDSM and kink when those issues affect a person's life or relationships.
Sessions are built around clear goals and practical steps. Benjamin aims to help people notice patterns, try small behavior changes, and pick tools they can use outside of sessions. He asks clients what matters to them and then focuses on skills that support those priorities.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and choose actions that line up with their values. It can help when anger or avoidance gets in the way of what matters. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying thought patterns and behavior cycles and then testing small changes to reduce distress. That approach is often used for anxiety, depression, and anger-related reactions.Choosing the right method is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to decide which approaches fit their goals and preferences, and may blend ACT, CBT, and motivational interviewing techniques as needed. The client and therapist check in together about what is helping and make adjustments over time.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when that suits a schedule. They can also be useful when quieter surroundings or less screen time are needed, for example by arranging a phone check-in instead of a video session. The practical aim is to make therapy usable in everyday life while working on specific skills for managing anger and related issues.
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Experience
11+ years
Listed in
Idaho
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, anger, grief, trauma, relationship and family issues, sleep and eating concerns, ADHD, and related challenges.
What is his general therapeutic style?
He uses a person-centered, non-judgmental style and focuses sessions on the client's goals while integrating practical techniques.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 11 years of professional experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.
Where is he based and what credential does he hold?
He practices in Idaho and holds the credential LCSW.
Which languages are offered for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with international clients?
He is not accepting international clients at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and what about cost?
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 a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.