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Dr. Benjamin Wilson, LMHC

Licensed counselor for addiction and mood
  • Addictions and recovery
  • CBT and client-centered care
  • Trauma and relationship support

About Dr. Benjamin Wilson

Dr. Benjamin Wilson is a licensed mental health professional with a strong background in both counseling and addiction care. He holds LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor), LCAC (Licensed Clinical Addiction Counselor), and NCC (National Certified Counselor) credentials, along with an MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and a PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision. The MS reflects advanced training in clinical counseling and the PhD represents doctoral-level expertise in counselor education and supervision.

With over 14 years of clinical experience and work in behavioral health since 2006, Dr. Wilson brings a blend of direct client care, leadership, and teaching to his practice. He has served as an assistant clinical professor since 2017 and contributes to the field through committee work and exam development, including participation with the American Society of Addiction Medicine, the Hamilton County Council on Alcohol and other Drugs, the Indiana Addictions Issues Coalition, and as a subject matter expert for national counseling examinations.

He practices from a person-centered, strengths-based, and solution-focused stance, supporting people facing addictions, mood disorders, trauma and abuse, relationship and family concerns, grief, and life transitions. Drawing on lived experience in long-term recovery of more than 20 years, he integrates clinical knowledge with personal insight to help clients explore purpose, rebuild relationships, and develop healthier coping strategies. He lives in Hamilton County, Indiana, and balances professional work with teaching, reading nonfiction, gardening wildflowers, and playing guitar.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Also Specializes In

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changes

Additional Focus Areas

CodependencyCommunication problemsDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disordersPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Social anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Systemic Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Dr. Benjamin Wilson have?

Dr. Benjamin Wilson has 14 years of experience.

Is Dr. Benjamin Wilson a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the LMHC credential. License details: IN LMHC 39002965A.

In which languages does Dr. Benjamin Wilson provide therapy?

Dr. Benjamin Wilson provides therapy in English.

Where is Dr. Benjamin Wilson located?

Dr. Benjamin Wilson is located in Indiana.

How can I work with Dr. Benjamin Wilson as my therapist?

You can work with Dr. Benjamin Wilson through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Dr. Benjamin Wilson work with international clients?

Dr. Benjamin Wilson does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Dr. Benjamin Wilson cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as a client's location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the 'Start Therapy' button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

To get started, a prospective client can click the 'Start Therapy' button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match them with the therapist. Depending on availability, they can then schedule a first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic approaches for online care

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on understanding each person's experience without judgment, creating a space where goals and growth are guided by the client's values and priorities. This approach supports issues such as self-esteem, relationship concerns, and navigating life purpose. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify and reshape unhelpful thoughts and behaviors through practical exercises and skill building, often used for anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and patterns that maintain addiction or impulsivity. Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative style that helps people resolve ambivalence about change and strengthen motivation, particularly useful for substance use issues and readiness for behavior change.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the work. Dr. Benjamin Wilson and other licensed professionals will work collaboratively with each person to determine which methods align with their needs, goals, and preferences, and to adjust the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging make it easier to access care from varied locations and schedules. These formats offer flexibility for balancing appointments with work, family, and other responsibilities while maintaining continuity of therapeutic support from licensed therapists.

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