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- CBT methods
- Exposure work
- OCD and BFRB focus
About Benjamin
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Illinois with 20 years of experience, Benjamin Harris focuses on anxiety-related conditions, obsessive-compulsive concerns, and mood difficulties. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and life transitions. Sessions are conducted in English and Benjamin accepts international clients.
Benjamin developed his clinical focus while completing graduate training at Northern Illinois University. Early in that training he began working with people who had OCD and other anxiety disorders. Over two decades he has concentrated on practical, evidence-based methods to reduce obsessive thoughts, compulsive behaviors, and panic symptoms.
He uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as a core method. That approach involves identifying unhelpful thought patterns and practicing different responses in the real world. He also uses Exposure and Response Prevention when appropriate to reduce avoidance and compulsive rituals.
Benjamin is a member of the International OCD Foundation and the TLC Foundation for Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors. He completed advanced workshops with those organisations’ training programs and continues to update his practice. He adapts techniques to each person’s situation rather than applying a single protocol to everyone.
People who see him can expect straightforward, practical sessions. He pays attention to details and uses creativity and occasional humor to keep work focused and engaging. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session.
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How Benjamin uses CBT and exposure work in online sessions
CBT focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and testing different behaviors. Online sessions can include reviewing thought records, practicing new responses, and planning short exercises to try between meetings. This approach suits worries, mood symptoms, and problems with low self-esteem.Exposure and Response Prevention involves deliberately facing feared situations or urges while resisting compulsive responses. In practice that can mean designing gradual tasks to reduce avoidance and rituals, then tracking progress together. It is commonly used for obsessive-compulsive symptoms and related repetitive behaviors.
Choosing an approach is collaborative. Benjamin works with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and comfort level. He adjusts techniques as progress is observed and as client needs change.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Many people appreciate online sessions because they can fit therapy into a workday, have shorter check-ins when needed, or avoid travel time. Licensed professionals can also use online meetings to review homework, coach exposures in real time, and track symptom changes between sessions.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Illinois, Montana
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and coping with life changes. He also focuses on OCD, compulsions, phobias, panic, avoidant personality traits, guilt and shame, and trichotillomania.
What therapeutic approach does he use?
CBT is his primary approach. He also applies Exposure and Response Prevention techniques for obsessive-compulsive symptoms.
How long has he worked in this field?
He has 20 years of clinical experience, with a long history of treating anxiety and OCD-related presentations.
What are his credentials and location?
He is an LCPC practicing in Illinois. His credential is listed as LCPC and he works from Illinois.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English. He also accepts international clients.
What session formats are offered?
Session formats are not specified in the biography. Confirm current session options before booking.
How are costs handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing depends on where the client is located.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.