(he/him)
I have had the privilege of working with with a broad range of clients for over 6 years in the counseling field. This experience has been beneficial and rewarding in my journey of understanding and providing strong clinical guidance towards a wide range of the population. While I am rooted in existential-humanistic theory, I love to take a multi-modal and flexible approach to psychotherapy, so that I can better serve each individuals unique psychological and emotional needs.
People can expect to quickly feel at ease as we develop rapport and begin to conceptualize what they are struggling with, so that I can adjust my practical approach to align with their individual set of psychological and emotional needs. Clients can expect to feel relieved after their first session despite discussing challenging topics, as they are likely to feel understood and comforted knowing that they can talk to someone reliably and in confidence.
One of my greatest strengths as a provider is that I can quickly develop rapport by making clients feel that they are safe, respected, supported, and genuinely cared for. Another strong point of my clinical practice is my ability to be direct in conversation while maintaining rigorous adherence to ethical values of empathy, compassion, and loving kindness. I am passionate about the work I do and my clients can sense this.
I have had the privilege of working with with a broad range of clients for over 5 years in the counseling field and have had the greatest success with both males and females ages 16-50. I am particularly experienced working with individuals who meet diagnostic criteria for substance use disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, psychotic disorders, as well as personality disorders.
Top specialties
Addiction
Mood Disorders
Trauma and PTSD
I identify as
Man
Adults (18 to 64)
Ohio
Aetna
Humanistic
For the past 4 years I have placed primary emphasis on existential-humanistically oriented treatment, which focuses on the value of developing a strong therapeutic relationship with the clinician, and learning/committing oneself to a life grounded in authenticity, meaning, and responsibility.
Existential
For 4 years I have practiced existential counseling with clients, which helps explore meaning, personal values, and becoming/being one's most authentic self.
12 ratings with written reviews
March 14, 2026
I had no idea what my provider would be like, I just knew I preferred speaking with a male instead of a female. From the first session, Benjamin was warm, understanding, and very authentic. He made me feel comfortable right away. It didn’t feel like I was talking to a therapist, but more like someone who truly understood and could relate to what I was saying. I appreciated how natural the conversation felt and how he allowed me to express myself without judgment.
January 1, 2026
Entirely thankful to Benjamin Nelson I left the appointment feeling the weight of the world off of my shoulders. I left the appointment feeling heard,supported,seen & like I could finally breathe. This appointment & Benjamin restored my faith back into the therapy & MH industry. Truly this was a breath of fresh air. I highly recommend Benjamin Nelson, I am looking forward to each stepping stone we take together on my journey & this was the best way to start 2026! Thank you from my entire heart.
December 17, 2025
Honest practical and understanding