Benjamin Preisendorf, LMFT — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Benjamin!

I believe in helping people recognize that their ability to succeed has always been there and just needs to be recognized and tapped into. Using interventions and tools, I help them identify where struggles have originated and be confident in the direction they choose to go.

My focus

I work with clients going through life changes. I work with stress, anxiety, PTSD, couples, depression, and motivation.

My approach

I am an insight-oriented therapist. I believe insight into ourselves is what moves us to act. Then I use varying strategies from solution-focused to motivational to CBT and many others to take that insight and propel it forward into everyday action.

My communication style

I am an empathic directive therapist. I like to challenge thoughts and behavior in a way that is supportive but also stimulates growth. I take time to set goals with the clients.

My journey to mental healthcare

I love people. I noticed from early on that people close to me would really find trust in me very quickly to share intimate things in their lives that they wouldn't share with others. I gave them a safe space to be themselves and not feel judged. I wanted to provide that to others. I want them to see in themselves those amazing qualities.

My goals for you

I take time to set goals with the clients. We identify what success looks like for you and create actionable steps to get there. I check in regularly to ensure we're moving in the direction that feels right and adjust our approach as needed to support your progress.

Our first session

I will go over the consents and the procedures, and outlook of therapy. Then I will provide you the space to share why you are seeking therapy and what you want to achieve through sessions.

I identify as...

Male
Caucasian or White
Christian, Mormon

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy
Couples Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Luminare Health (formerly Trustmark)
Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Master in Counseling (MC) from Alliant International University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Benjamin Preisendorf