Works with
How Benjamin works
Practical facts
- Credentials
- LPC
- Licensed in
- Virginia
- Years in practice
- 4
- Languages
- English
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About Benjamin
Benjamin Watkins is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Virginia who helps people facing anger, anxiety, depression, and stress. He focuses on clear, practical support so clients can manage strong emotions and make steady changes. Benjamin writes plainly and listens closely to find what matters most to each person.
He guides people through grief, self-esteem struggles, and the shame or guilt that often follows difficult events. He also helps with trauma, panic attacks, and social anxiety.
Background and approach
Conversations cover communication skills, boundaries, and healthier ways to handle control and conflict. Benjamin uses client-centered methods to make sessions feel grounded in the client’s perspective. He also draws on cognitive behavioral techniques to identify unhelpful thought and behavior patterns and try practical alternatives.
Sessions are paced to match each person’s comfort and goals. Clients can expect a calm, nonjudgmental setting where small, practical steps are a focus. Work might include practicing new responses, breaking down overwhelming problems, and building self-compassion.
Benjamin aims to make therapy a place to try things, adjust, and notice progress. He has four years of clinical experience and offers care within Virginia. Sessions are conducted in English.
People considering therapy are encouraged to use the Start Therapy button to begin the matching process and schedule according to availability.
What Benjamin works with
Everything Benjamin lists, in the therapist's own terms. Anger is the reason this directory exists; the rest tells you what usually sits alongside it in Benjamin's practice.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Self esteem
- Depression
- ADHD
- Addictions
- LGBT
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Coping with life changes
- Compassion fatigue
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Isolation / loneliness
- Mood disorders
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Post-traumatic stress
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
Approaches Benjamin lists
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
How his approaches guide online therapy
Client-Centered Therapy puts the client's perspective first. Sessions focus on understanding a person’s experience and building goals from their values and priorities. This approach helps people who feel misunderstood or stuck find their own next steps.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at links between thoughts, feelings, and behavior. It uses straightforward exercises to test unhelpful beliefs and try new coping skills, which can help with anxiety, depression, panic, and anger-related patterns.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist collaborates with each person to choose techniques that match their needs and preferences. Together they track what helps and adjust the plan over time so sessions stay practical and focused on real life changes.
Confirm current online session options before booking so you know how appointments are offered. Many people find that online sessions make it easier to fit therapy around work, family, and daily life. Online work can reduce travel time, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and make it simpler to keep regular appointments while juggling other commitments.
Questions people ask about Benjamin
What concerns does Benjamin commonly help with?
He helps people with anger, stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, self-esteem, addictions, ADHD, and related struggles like guilt, shame, and isolation.
What is his therapeutic style like?
Sessions are client-centered and practical. He listens closely, then works with clients on concrete skills and changes suited to their goals.
How much experience does he have?
Benjamin has four years of experience working with people on mood, trauma, and emotion regulation concerns.
What credentials and location apply to his practice?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Virginia.
In which languages are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Can people outside the U.S. work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How does cost and billing work?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability, and services use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to his availability.