Licensed to practice in Pennsylvania and accepts 53 insurances. Specializes in Anxiety, Depression, Trauma and PTSD and 10 more.
(he/him)
Welcome, I’m Ben, a licensed counselor in Pennsylvania. I’m passionate about helping individuals heal, grow, and regain a sense of balance in their lives. My approach is grounded in empathy, collaboration, and respect for each person’s unique story. I specialize in working with individuals who have experienced trauma, helping them find safety, empowerment, and hope through the healing process. I integrate evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills, and person-centered therapy to tailor treatment to each client’s needs. I am also trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and offer EMDR therapy virtually, providing clients with an effective way to process traumatic experiences and reduce distressing symptoms from the comfort of their own space. While trauma work is a key focus, I welcome clients from all backgrounds and walks of life. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or simply seeking greater self-understanding, I aim to create a supportive environment where you can explore, heal, and grow at your own pace.
Your first counseling session will focus on getting to know you and understanding what brings you to therapy. This is the intake process, and it includes discussing your history, current concerns, and goals for treatment. Together, we’ll develop a treatment plan that outlines the focus of our work and the approaches that may best support your needs. This collaborative process helps ensure that therapy is tailored specifically to you and your goals.
My greatest strength is my person-centered approach. I believe that every individual has an innate capacity for growth, and my role is to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where that growth can unfold. I strive to meet clients exactly where they are, honoring their unique experiences, values, and goals. By listening deeply, validating their perspectives, and empowering them to take an active role in their healing, I help clients build insight, confidence, and meaningful change at a pace that feels right for them.
Other specialties
I identify as
Cash - $90 per session
Aetna
Aetna - Allied Benefits
Aetna - ASR Health Benefits
Aetna - Luminare
Aetna - Medicare
Aetna - Moda
Aetna - WebTPA
Aetna – HealthEZ
All Savers
Amerihealth
Amerihealth Administrators
Amerihealth NJ Medicare Advantage
Arlo
AvMed
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
Capital Blue Cross
Capital Blue Cross - Medicare
Centivo
Cigna
Cigna - HealthEZ
EAP:Cigna
EAP:Evernorth
EAP:UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Evernorth
Geisinger - Commercial
Geisinger - Medicare
Geisinger – Dual (Geisinger Gold HMO D-SNP)
Golden Rule
GTEB
Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare
Highmark
Highmark - Medicare
Humana - Medicare
Humana Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)
Independence Administrators
Independence Blue Cross
Independence Keystone 65 HMO
Independence Personal Choice 65 PPO
Optum
OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions
Oscar
Oxford
Surest (formerly Bind)
Tufts Health/Cigna
United Medical Resources
UnitedHealthcare Complete Care (C-SNP)
UnitedHealthcare Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)
UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare Shared Services
UnitedHealthcare StudentResources
UnitedHealthcare/Optum
UnitedHealthcare/Optum - Medicare
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Using CBT, I work collaboratively with clients to identify and understand the connection between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. We begin by exploring specific situations that cause distress and then examine the automatic thoughts or beliefs linked to those situations. Together, we challenge and reframe unhelpful or distorted thoughts to develop more balanced and realistic perspectives. Throughout sessions, I help clients learn practical skills such as cognitive restructuring, behavioral experiments, and problem-solving techniques to manage symptoms and improve coping. Homework assignments can be used to practice these skills between sessions, reinforcing progress, and promoting lasting change.
EMDR
As an EMDR trained clinician, I guide clients through the Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing process using online tools that facilitate bilateral stimulation, including guided eye movements and audio tones. We begin by establishing a safe and comfortable space, reviewing the target memories or distressing experiences, and then proceed with the standard EMDR phases—processing the memories while engaging in bilateral stimulation. I ensure clear communication and frequent check-ins to monitor clients’ emotional states and adjust the pace as needed, creating a supportive environment that allows effective trauma processing.
Person-centered (Rogerian)
My work as a therapist is grounded in the principles of Person-Centered Therapy, believing that meaningful change grows out of genuine connection, unconditional acceptance, and a deep respect for each client’s inner wisdom. I strive to create a warm, collaborative, and nonjudgmental space where individuals feel truly heard. Rather than directing or imposing solutions, I partner with clients to explore their experiences, trusting in their capacity for self-understanding and growth. My role is to offer empathy, authenticity, and a stable therapeutic presence—conditions that support clients in discovering their own strengths, clarifying their values, and moving toward lives that feel more aligned and fulfilling. I view each person as the expert of their own story, and I aim to empower them to reconnect with their sense of agency, resilience, and possibility.
Positive Psychology
Positive psychology focuses on my clients’ strengths, values, and what’s going well in their lives. I help clients identify and build on their positive qualities, cultivate gratitude, and develop habits that promote well-being. Through exercises like savoring positive experiences and setting meaningful goals, I support clients in enhancing their overall happiness and life satisfaction. This strengths-based approach complements addressing challenges by promoting growth, hope, and a more balanced perspective.
Trauma Informed Care
As a trauma informed clinician, I do not presume to know your experience or the ways in which trauma has impacted your life. I put a heavy focus on client safety and ensuring to the best of my ability that clients leave sessions with me feeling safe and heard.