Benjamin (Ben) Shores
Experienced LISW blending CBT and client-centered care
LISW Ohio
- Experience
- 19 years in practice
- Focus areas
- Stress, Anxiety, Self esteem, Career
- Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
- Languages
- English
About Benjamin
Benjamin (Ben) Shores brings a client-focused, evidence-minded approach to therapy grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and client-centered principles.
Background and approach
He is an independently licensed social worker (LISW) with 19 years of practice, and he supports adults navigating common challenges such as depression, anxiety, stress, low self-esteem, career concerns, ADHD, and relationship and family issues. Ben emphasizes a collaborative atmosphere where clients' goals guide the work and practical strategies are introduced when helpful.
Clients can expect a warm, nonjudgmental space in which Ben combines attentiveness to each individual's experience with structured tools from CBT when appropriate. His background since 2003 has included helping people develop clearer coping skills, reframe unhelpful patterns, and build steps toward meaningful change.
He invites prospective clients to acknowledge the step they have taken and to explore options for growth together.
Practical Therapies for Online Mental Health Support
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a structured approach that helps identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns; it is often used for anxiety, depression, stress, and related concerns by teaching coping strategies and step-by-step skill building. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a supportive, empathetic environment where the therapist listens closely and helps clients clarify their values and goals, which can be especially helpful for improving self-esteem and navigating relationship or family issues.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to understand their needs, preferences, and goals and then tailor techniques from these approaches to fit the client's situation. This means methods can be adjusted over time as progress and priorities evolve.
Online therapy offers flexibility through multiple formats including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options allow people to access care from different locations, fit sessions into busy schedules, and use the communication style that feels most comfortable while working toward practical change with a licensed professional.
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Experience
19+ years
Licensed
Ohio
Languages
English