Therapist profile
Benjamin Wrase, LCSW
Illinois
LCSW - Anger and Relationship concerns
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- CredentialsLCSW
- LicenseLCSW, Illinois / 149029537
- NPI1144170820
- Experience20 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationIllinois
About
- CBT methods
- Mindfulness practice
- Motivational interviewing
About Benjamin
Benjamin Wrase is an LCSW - licensed clinical social worker in Illinois with 20 years of practice. He helps people dealing with anger, addictions, anxiety, depression, stress, grief, parenting strain, relationship and family problems, and low self-esteem.
He focuses on communication problems, guilt and shame, and forgiveness alongside those concerns. Sessions emphasize practical skills for handling strong feelings and for repairing everyday interactions. He brings experience working through trauma and abuse as well as relational difficulties.
Benjamin combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing in straightforward, action-oriented work. That means identifying unhelpful thinking, practicing present-moment awareness, and using conversational techniques to find internal motivation for change. Sessions often move between discussing patterns and trying brief exercises in the moment.
He also integrates a faith-informed perspective when clients want that included. That perspective is offered as part of discussions about values and meaning rather than as a separate program. Clients are invited to reflect on how beliefs shape choices and coping.
People meet him for practical tools to reduce snapping, resentment, and worry about how anger affects relationships. He helps clients build clearer communication, set boundaries, and practice calmer responses. The work emphasizes steady, real-world changes rather than quick fixes.
How sessions work
How his approaches translate to online work
Benjamin uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people spot patterns of thinking that lead to anger and to practice different responses. CBT sessions focus on clear steps and short exercises that translate well to a conversation over video or phone.He also draws on Mindfulness Therapy to teach attention and breathing practices that reduce reactivity in the moment. These are simple, repeatable skills that clients can practice between sessions to manage stress and irritation.
Motivational Interviewing is used to help clients find their own reasons to change and to set achievable goals. That conversational method supports shifts in behavior by strengthening personal motivation rather than pushing a specific agenda.
Choosing the right mix of approaches is collaborative. He will work with each person to match techniques to their goals, needs, and preferences. Expect the plan to be adjusted over time as different strategies are tried and evaluated.
Confirm current session options before booking. The main practical benefit of meeting online is fitting sessions into a busy life - fewer travel demands, easier scheduling around work or childcare, and the ability to use shorter check-ins when days are tight. Online work makes it easier to try skills in daily life and bring that experience back into session for discussion.
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He helps people with anger, addictions, trauma and abuse, anxiety, depression, stress, grief, parenting strain, relationship and family problems, and low self-esteem.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He uses practical, skills-based work that mixes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing to address thoughts, behavior, and motivation.
How much experience does he have?
He has 20 years of clinical experience working with emotional and behavioral concerns.
What are his credentials and where is he located?
He is an LCSW - licensed clinical social worker - practicing in Illinois.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he accept international clients?
He does not currently accept international clients.
How does payment work and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What should I do to begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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