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Benjamin Strauel, LPC

Stress, Anxiety Self esteem, Motivation Career difficulties Depression Coping with life changes
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About me

Welcome — There’s Hope for a Better Future
Feeling stuck? Is what brought you here to seek help? I want you to know that seeking help is the first step toward change. As a therapist, I’m here to support you in easing the discomfort you’re facing and guiding you toward becoming the best version of yourself. Together, we’ll focus on your strengths — because out of 8 billion people on this planet, there’s no one else exactly like you. Let’s work on helping you embrace who you are and build a life that feels meaningful and fulfilling. You don’t have to do this alone.
Hello, I’m Ben, a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 25 years of experience. Although I have been trained in a significant variety of counseling techniques, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Existential Therapy, Reality Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, you’re likely not here to hear about therapy techniques. What you want to know is this: Can I help you live a better life? My answer is yes. Together, we’ll identify what’s holding you back and create a path toward a future filled with hope and purpose.
Although I have worked with young and old, males and females, I’ve experienced great success helping men work through transitions such as divorce, career shifts, or personal setbacks and are seeking to rediscover their purpose. Many men feel they need to handle life’s challenges alone, but you don’t. I’m here to help you rebuild confidence, regain clarity, and find new meaning in your life.
My approach is a solution-focused and strength-based approach rooted in empathy and hope. My solid Christian foundation supports my belief that hope is key to overcoming life’s hardest challenges both in the physical and spiritual realms. I also believe we all have the power to make better choices, and that small, consistent steps can transform your life. You don’t have to stay stuck. There is hope for a much better future. A better life is waiting, and I’d be honored to walk that path with you.

Professional experience

25 yrs in practice
Stress, Anxiety Self esteem, Motivation Career difficulties Depression Coping with life changes

Additional areas of focus: Relationship issues, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Sleeping disorders, Anger management, Coaching, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Communication problems, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Divorce and separation, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia

Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy

Services offered

Video
Phone
Live Chat
Messaging

License information

MI LPC 6401007163

Reviews

These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Benjamin Strauel. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.

Ben is an amazing therapist. We established a great working relationship and he was there for me when I needed help. He set me up for long term success by providing me with great resources. Ben made me feel at ease and comfortable ....I would highly recommend him..

Written on Oct 07, 2025 after therapy with Benjamin for 2 weeks on issues concerning addictions

I like Ben’s direct approach. No beating around the bush just straight to the topic at hand.

Written on Oct 07, 2025 after therapy with Benjamin for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, and adhd

i like him he’s been a lot of help

Written on Sep 10, 2025 after therapy with Benjamin for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, and intimacy-related issues

He's great.

Written on Jul 15, 2025 after therapy with Benjamin for 3 weeks on issues concerning career difficulties, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes

So far so good I'm glad to if talked with him.
It's my first sessions good!

Written on Jun 24, 2025 after therapy with Benjamin for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, and adhd

Ben has been great giving me spiritual support. He also gives me next steps. This gets me to focus on small improvements every day for steady growth

Written on Apr 30, 2025 after therapy with Benjamin for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, career difficulties, and coaching