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Entry 127189California / United States

Dr. Benjamin Lasky

Dr. Benjamin Lasky, CA Psychologist PSY19363, NV Psychologist PY0726

California 3 years in practice

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Psychologist - Addiction and mood concerns

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  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

About Benjamin

Dr. Benjamin Lasky is a California psychologist (CA Psychologist PSY19363) and Nevada psychologist (NV Psychologist PY0726) with three years of experience. He works with concerns such as addiction, mood disorders, relationship and intimacy problems, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and abuse, and ADHD. Sessions are conducted in English and his practice is based in California.

He uses client-centered methods alongside cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and solution-focused techniques. In sessions he focuses on practical steps clients can try between meetings. He helps people identify patterns, test new behaviors, and build clearer ways of coping with stress or cravings.

Dr. Lasky has experience with overlapping issues such as substance use combined with mental health conditions. He also lists work with identity and prejudice-related problems and stresses communication and boundaries when relationship issues arise. He aims to treat the specific problem presented rather than apply a single fixed method.

Clients can expect a conversational style that combines active listening with structured interventions, homework when useful, and focused goal work. He notes using a bit of humor when appropriate and keeping sessions straightforward. The practical emphasis is on small, doable changes that add up over time.

Before booking, readers should confirm current session formats and scheduling details. To begin, people are asked to use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.

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How his approaches translate to online work

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting back what a person says. It helps people clarify their own goals and feel understood, which can be useful for relationship concerns, identity issues, and grief. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches specific skills to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. It is commonly used for anxiety, depression, addiction-related habits, and mood disorders. Solution-Focused Therapy narrows conversations to immediate goals and small steps forward. It can be helpful when someone wants brief, action-oriented work.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. The therapist will work with each person to decide which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. That includes mixing techniques when a problem calls for both listening and skill-building, and checking in about what seems to help.

Confirm the session formats available before booking, as the biography did not list specific delivery methods. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. It also lets people use CBT exercises and solution-focused planning in between meetings, so practical steps can be practiced in daily life.

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Areas of expertise

Primary focus

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsDepression

Also works with

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Co-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameMen's issuesMood disordersNarcissismPrejudice and discrimination

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Solution-Focused Therapy

Experience

3+ years

Listed in

Nevada, California

Languages

English

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Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does he address?

He works with addictions, mood disorders, anxiety, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, trauma and related concerns such as ADHD and eating problems.

What therapeutic approaches does he use?

He uses Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Solution-Focused Therapy, combining listening with practical techniques and goal-focused work.

How much experience does he have?

He has three years of professional experience as a psychologist in California and Nevada.

What are his credentials and where is he based?

He is a California Psychologist (CA Psychologist PSY19363) and a Nevada Psychologist (NV Psychologist PY0726), and his practice is based in California.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with him?

He is not currently accepting international clients.

How are sessions scheduled and what do they cost?

Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Confirm specific pricing during the scheduling process.

How do I get started?

Select the See online therapy options button, complete the 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.

Dr. Benjamin Lasky

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