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Bente Hansen, LMFT

California therapist supporting relationships and resilience
  • 20 years experience
  • English and Danish
  • Relationship and grief support

About Bente Hansen

She is licensed in California and brings more than 20 years of professional experience to her therapeutic work. Over the course of her career she has supported people facing stress and anxiety, relationship challenges, grief and loss, and struggles with motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. Her approach centers on treating each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and she adapts conversation and treatment plans to fit the specific needs of every client.

Recognizing that seeking change requires courage, she focuses on helping clients take the first steps toward a more fulfilling life. Her work emphasizes practical support and empowerment so clients can build resilience, clarify goals, and develop skills for coping with life transitions. She aims to create a collaborative atmosphere where individuals feel understood and supported as they pursue meaningful progress.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

Attachment issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessPregnancy and childbirthSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Psychodynamic Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Bente Hansen have?

Bente Hansen has 20 years of professional experience working with clients in a range of life and relationship concerns.

Is Bente Hansen a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LMFT credential, which stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Her license is CA LMFT 34936.

In which languages does Bente Hansen provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English and Danish.

Where is Bente Hansen located?

She is located in California.

How can I work with Bente Hansen as my therapist?

You can work with Bente Hansen through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Bente Hansen work with international clients?

Bente Hansen does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Bente Hansen cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your 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?

Getting started is straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Approaches for Online Work and Finding the Right Fit

Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on patterns of relating that develop from early connections and explores how those patterns show up in current relationships. It can be helpful for people dealing with attachment issues, communication problems, and intimacy concerns.

Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a compassionate, nonjudgmental stance that follows the client’s pace and priorities. This approach supports self-exploration, building self-esteem, and navigating major life changes by centering the client's experiences and goals.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and offers practical tools to reduce anxiety, manage stress, and change unhelpful patterns. It often includes skills for coping with everyday challenges and improving mood.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. She works collaboratively with clients to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and may combine elements from different approaches to create a tailored plan.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options can make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, access care from home, and maintain continuity during life transitions while working with licensed professionals and therapists.

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