Benjamin (Ben) Shores, LISW

Benjamin (Ben) Shores practices with a straightforward, practical approach rooted in cognitive behavioral therapy and client-centered principles. He is an independently licensed social worker - Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) - who draws on nearly two decades in the field to help people facing common life stresses. Ben writes and talks plainly during sessions so clients can act on ideas between meetings.

Ben focuses on everyday problems like anxiety, stress, low self-esteem, depression, and career worries. He also addresses attention differences such as ADHD, relationship strain, and family concerns. Conversations are geared toward clear steps people can try and adjust as needed.

In sessions Ben combines CBT techniques with a client-centered stance. That means he helps clients notice unhelpful thinking patterns and then tests small changes, while keeping the conversation grounded in each person’s goals and perspective. Sessions often include practical exercises that can be used at home or work.

Ben has worked in social work settings since 2003, which gives him experience with a broad range of adult concerns over time. He aims to make therapy approachable and to move at a pace that fits each person’s readiness to change.

People who meet with Ben can expect a calm, respectful tone and clear suggestions they can try between sessions. He encourages questions and adapts plans when something isn’t working.

Using CBT and Client-Centered Care Online

Benjamin uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice and change patterns of thinking that feed anxiety or low mood. CBT sessions typically involve identifying specific thoughts, testing them with small experiments, and practicing new behaviors to see what helps reduce symptoms or improve functioning.

He also uses Client-Centered Therapy, which means conversations are guided by the client's priorities. The therapist listens closely, reflects what he hears, and helps clients set goals that feel relevant to their lives and values.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Ben will discuss options with each person, try methods that match their goals, and adjust when something isn't working. The plan evolves based on feedback and progress rather than being fixed from the start.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different needs. Video calls are useful when face-to-face interaction helps build rapport. Phone sessions can work well when bandwidth or camera use is limited. Live chat or text messaging can suit shorter check-ins, brief coaching, or people who prefer writing. These formats make it easier to schedule therapy around work and family life and let people keep consistent contact when life gets busy.