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Benjamin Wrase, LCSW
Illinois
LCSW in Illinois - Addiction and trauma support
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Mindfulness practices
- Motivational interviewing
About Benjamin
Benjamin Wrase is an LCSW - a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Illinois with 20 years of clinical experience. He helps people dealing with addiction, trauma and abuse, anxiety, depression, grief, anger, parenting stress, relationship and family concerns, and self-esteem struggles. He also focuses on communication problems, forgiveness, and feelings of guilt and shame.
Benjamin uses practical methods that get to patterns of thought and behavior. He draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness practices, and motivational interviewing to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and try different responses. Sessions include straightforward skills and small experiments to test what works in daily life.
His approach is informed by Christian values when clients want that perspective. He discusses how a client's beliefs interact with their goals and coping strategies. That faith-informed element is offered as one part of the conversation, not a separate program.
In sessions he breaks problems into manageable steps. He works on specific goals like reducing panic symptoms, managing urges linked to addiction, repairing communication, or lowering anger-driven reactions. Work often includes short exercises to practice between meetings.
People who choose him can expect a structured, goal-focused process. He asks about current patterns, suggests practical tools, and reviews progress together. To start, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
How his approaches translate to online sessions
Benjamin commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. CBT sessions focus on specific goals, skill practice, and short between-session tasks that translate well to remote work.He also incorporates Mindfulness Therapy to teach attention and breathing skills that reduce reactivity and support emotion regulation. Motivational Interviewing helps when people feel stuck or ambivalent about change by clarifying values and increasing motivation.
Finding the right mix of methods is part of the process. He works collaboratively with clients to choose approaches that match their goals, preferences, and everyday demands rather than imposing a single method.
Confirm current session options before booking since specific formats are not listed here. Many people find online sessions easier to fit into busy schedules, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and make it simpler to practice skills between meetings. He will discuss practical arrangements and pacing so sessions can fit into work, family, and other routines.
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address most often?
He works with addiction, trauma and abuse, anxiety, depression, grief, anger, relationship and family concerns, parenting stress, and self-esteem issues.
How would he describe his therapeutic style?
He uses a practical, structured style that focuses on changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and on trying small experiments between sessions.
What is his professional background?
He has 20 years of clinical experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and has worked with people on addictions, communication problems, guilt and shame.
Where is he licensed to practice?
He holds an LCSW credential in Illinois and practices under that license.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions billed?
Cost varies by location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I 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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