- CBT techniques
- Mindfulness practice
- Motivational interviewing
About Benjamin
Benjamin Wrase is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Illinois with 20 years of experience. He helps people who struggle with anger, addictions, anxiety, depression, grief, parenting stress, and relationship or communication problems. Sessions also address guilt, shame, trauma, and questions around forgiveness.
He uses straightforward conversation and practical techniques. That includes cognitive behavioral tools to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, mindfulness practices to reduce reactivity, and motivational interviewing to clarify goals when making changes. He brings a faith-informed perspective for clients who want that considered in therapy.
In sessions he focuses on what you notice in daily life - triggers, patterns, and small shifts that make a difference. He works with values and beliefs people hold, including spiritual ones, to shape workable strategies. Sessions aim to reduce the intensity of anger and improve communication where it breaks down.
Benjamin draws on two decades of clinical work to tailor steps you can try between sessions. That might look like practicing new responses, testing different ways of speaking in tense moments, or using mindfulness exercises to calm the nervous system. He also helps people address substance use and other behaviors that maintain problems.
People who prefer faith to be part of the conversation can expect that element to be acknowledged. The focus remains on practical change and clearer relationships rather than abstract theory. To begin, readers are encouraged to use the site flow for matching and scheduling a first appointment.
How his approaches translate to online work
Benjamin uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thoughts and change behaviors. CBT sessions typically include clear skill practice and short homework tasks to try between meetings, which can be discussed in online sessions.He also uses Mindfulness Therapy to reduce reactivity and increase awareness of emotional triggers. Mindfulness exercises taught in session can be practiced at home to help manage anger and anxiety. Motivational Interviewing helps people clarify goals and build motivation for change when facing addictions or difficult habits.
Choosing the right approach is collaborative. He will work with each person to pick methods that fit their goals, values, and daily life. That discussion happens early and is revisited as progress is made.
If you plan to meet online, confirm the session formats available before booking since the biography does not specify them. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, shorten some check-ins when time is limited, and allow practicing skills between meetings without travel. Licensed professionals can adapt CBT, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing to remote sessions while focusing on real-world behavior changes.
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of anger problems does he address?
He helps with losing temper with close people, building resentment, and living alongside someone else’s anger. Work also covers related issues like communication breakdowns and forgiveness.
How would you describe his therapy style?
He uses practical conversation, cognitive behavioral tools, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing. Sessions focus on clear steps to change behavior and reduce reactivity.
How much experience does he have?
He has 20 years of clinical experience working with anger, addictions, trauma, and related concerns.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is an LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker - practicing in Illinois.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with clients outside the United States?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with him?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.