Ben Keller , MSW, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

My Approach to Helping

More Info About My Practice

The foundation of who I am as a therapist begins with addressing the everyday trials and tribulations that life can bring, especially in a post-pandemic world and the 247 news cycle that we live in. I believe peeling back the layers to understand the core beliefs and cognitive distortions present is paramount to addressing the root cause of symptoms.

I understand that the first couple of sessions in therapy can be anxiety-provoking; therefore, the initial sessions are more structured to ease that and help me get a better understanding of the presenting issue that you have identified and its history. The subsequent sessions are more client-driven as confidence in the session and rapport have been built.

Connection, empathy, rapport, and knowing when to press the right button at the right time are my strengths as a therapist. I also believe that every good therapist has a good therapist! To ensure I'm aware of my own blind spots and remind myself how it feels to be a client, I attend my own therapy to be the best therapist I can be. Additionally, I stay informed with the most up-to-date evidence-based practices to promote growth and competence. Over the last year, I've engaged in training for cognitive behavioral therapy for suicide prevention, and dialectical behavior therapy, and to become a certified clinical trauma professional.