Dr. Benjamin Wilson

Compassionate clinician for addiction and mood challenges

LMHC Indiana

Experience: 14 years in practice
Focus areas: Addictions, Self esteem, Stress, Anxiety
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages: English

About Benjamin

Dr. Benjamin Wilson brings 14 years of clinical experience to work with individuals facing addictions, mood disorders, trauma and abuse, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship and intimacy concerns, and challenges related to life transitions.

Background and approach

He also addresses related issues such as codependency, communication problems, process and substance addictions, impulsivity, guilt and shame, and struggles with purpose and isolation. Dr.

Wilson's background includes both clinical care and teaching in higher education, and his own long-term recovery informs his perspective on co-occurring substance use and mental health concerns. He practices from a strengths-based, client-centered stance that emphasizes collaboration and practical change.

Dr. Wilson often integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy alongside motivational interviewing, mindfulness strategies, existential reflections, and solution-focused techniques to help clients identify patterns, develop skills, and pursue meaningful goals.

His work draws on a blend of education, supervision experience, and community service related to addiction treatment and behavioral health. Based in Indiana, Dr.

Wilson is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who has served in leadership and advisory roles within addiction and counseling organizations. He balances clinical work with teaching and advocacy, and his personal interests in reading, gardening, and music inform a grounded, relatable approach to therapy.

Approaches that guide online work and practical access

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and developing practical skills to change them; it is commonly used for anxiety, depression, substance-related patterns, and stress management. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes the individual's own experience, offering empathy and acceptance while supporting clients to explore values and make choices that align with their goals. Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, goal-oriented method that helps people resolve ambivalence and strengthen motivation for change, particularly useful for addictions and behavior change.

Finding the right blend of approaches is a cooperative process. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t worked in the past to determine which methods to emphasize, adjusting the plan as progress and needs evolve.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to provide flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier to access care from home, maintain continuity during transitions, and choose the mode of communication that best supports progress and engagement.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist help with?

He supports people dealing with addictions, mood disorders like bipolar and depression, anxiety and stress, trauma and abuse, grief, relationship and intimacy issues, and coping with life changes.

What therapeutic approach can I expect in sessions?

Sessions are collaborative and strengths-based, often using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy alongside client-centered, mindfulness, existential, and solution-focused techniques to address thinking patterns and practical coping skills.

How much clinical experience does he have?

He has 14 years of clinical experience and has worked in behavioral health since 2006, combining direct care, leadership roles, and teaching in higher education.

Which credentials and location are listed for this therapist?

He is credentialed as an LMHC with license number IN LMHC 39002965A and practices in Indiana.

What languages and international availability are offered?

He provides services in English and is not currently accepting international clients.

In what formats are sessions offered?

Available session formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different communication preferences.

How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What steps are involved in beginning therapy?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a brief matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Addictions Self esteem

Also works with

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuse GriefIntimacy-related issuesBipolar disorderDepression Coping with life changes

Additional focus areas

CodependencyCommunication problemsDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shame ImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disorders Post-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Social anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Existential TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapySystemic Therapy

Experience

14+ years

Licensed

Indiana

Languages

English