- Men's wellbeing
- Solution focused
- Values driven
About Benjamin
Benjamin Strauel is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with 25 years of experience. He helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, grief, anger, and life changes. He also supports men facing career shifts, divorce, midlife questions, and struggles with purpose and self-esteem.
Ben emphasizes practical steps and personal strengths. He works in a straightforward, solution-focused way to reduce what's getting in the way of daily functioning. Sessions often include skills from cognitive and mindfulness-based approaches alongside conversations about values and goals.
His background spans many counseling methods, which he adapts to each person rather than using a single rigid plan. That flexibility is used to address issues like chronic pain and illness, isolation or loneliness, financial stress, and seasonal mood changes.
In sessions he aims to help people rebuild confidence and regain clarity. Expect a calm, empathetic environment that focuses on small, achievable steps. He frames progress as steady choices, not instant fixes.
Ben is based in Michigan and offers therapy in English. He does not accept international clients. To begin, clients follow an intake process to match with him and schedule sessions according to availability.
How therapy approaches translate online
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice painful thoughts and feelings without getting ruled by them, then choose actions that match their values. It is useful for anxiety, low mood, and finding direction. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on how thoughts affect feelings and behavior, and teaches practical skill work to shift unhelpful patterns for issues like depression, anxiety, and sleep problems. Client-Centered Therapy centers the conversation on the person’s experience, emphasizing empathy and respect while the client guides the topics and pace.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and daily life. That choice can change over time as needs and priorities evolve.
Confirm session formats before booking because the biography does not list them. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It also lets people continue work during transitions like a job change or relocation. Licensed professionals aim to match methods and practical arrangements so therapy can be both useful and manageable within everyday life.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
25+ years
Credentials
Michigan
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he work with most often?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, grief, anger, and life transitions. He also focuses on men’s issues like career change, divorce, and midlife purpose.
What is his therapeutic style like?
His style is practical and solution-focused with an emphasis on strengths. He blends conversational work with skills practice to help clients take small, steady steps forward.
How much experience does he bring?
He has 25 years of clinical experience working across many concerns and life stages. That experience informs a flexible approach tailored to each person.
What are his credentials and where is he located?
He holds the LPC credential, listed as MI LPC, and practices in Michigan.
Which languages are supported and can international clients join?
Sessions are offered in English. He does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified in the biography. The intake will clarify how sessions are delivered.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist’s availability.