What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
“Ben was a kind, patient, and skilled listener who was able to hear me out and identify the moments to unpack and look into further while also embracing his part as being someone for patients to talk to. After my sessions, I always felt a sense of relief by coming to peace (or at least starting the that process with) the things that had come to past and a sense of joy and excitement to actively embrace whatever came next.”
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“Ben was a kind, patient, and skilled listener who was able to hear me out and identify the moments to unpack and look into further while also embracing his part as being someone for patients to talk to. After my sessions, I always felt a sense of relief by coming to peace (or at least starting the that process with) the things that had come to past and a sense of joy and excitement to actively embrace whatever came next.”
Less than 1 month ago
About Benjamin Friday
Focus areas
Anxiety
Divorce Counseling
Sexual Abuse Counseling
Bereavement / Grief Counseling
Mood Disorders
Suicidal Tendencies
Coping Mechanism Development
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Individuals
Treatment approaches
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Dialectical (DBT)
Compassion Focused
Eclectic
Culturally Sensitive
Family Systems
Identity
Gender
MaleFaith
BuddhistEthnicity
White
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know Benjamin Friday
Hi there, I'm Benjamin!
Hello! My name is Ben Friday and I am an LMFT (#122263). I use a client-led approach to therapy, meaning that together we learn more about where your patterns came from and what might feel more helpful to you in the future. I love working with grief, trauma, and alternative lifestyles such as polyamory, the kink/BDSM communities, and use an LGBTQIA+ affirming style.
I earned my Master’s in Counseling from California State University Long Beach, which laid the foundation for my diverse therapeutic approach.
My approach
I use an eclectic mix of Humanistic/Person-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Gestalt, and Solution Focused. I try to pull from various sources with the main goal of helping you feel understood and seen, using in-the-moment experiences to learn where emotional wounds still affect you today.
My focus
I work with anxiety, depression, trauma, and grief. I also enjoy interpersonal work and exploring attachment wounds in romantic relationships and family. Additionally, I work with alternative lifestyles, including people in the kink/BDSM communities and those engaging in polyamorous and ethically non-monogamous lifestyles.
My communication style
My communication style in therapy is soft, often non-directive, and exploratory. I use analogy and metaphor to help visualize and discuss difficult concepts while accessing emotions. Emotions act as our map to wounds and pressure points from our past; experiencing and understanding them in the present gives us new options for the future.
My journey to mental healthcare
Since high school, I wanted to be a child psychologist. I didn’t fully understand this at the time but eventually found my calling and passion. I can’t imagine doing anything else, and I love working with clients and feeling honored to be included in so many people’s lives.
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Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- California State University Long Beach, Master's in Counseling
NPI number
1336641125
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Ben was a kind, patient, and skilled listener who was able to hear me out and identify the moments to unpack and look into further while also embracing his part as being someone for patients to talk to. After my sessions, I always felt a sense of relief by coming to peace (or at least starting the that process with) the things that had come to past and a sense of joy and excitement to actively embrace whatever came next.
Less than 1 month agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Ben was a kind, patient, and skilled listener who was able to hear me out and identify the moments to unpack and look into further while also embracing his part as being someone for patients to talk to. After my sessions, I always felt a sense of relief by coming to peace (or at least starting the that process with) the things that had come to past and a sense of joy and excitement to actively embrace whatever came next.
Less than 1 month agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
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What practice does Benjamin Friday work with?
Benjamin Friday works with Rula Health - L.A. North.
What are common reasons for patients to see Benjamin Friday?
Benjamin Friday frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Benjamin Friday on their profile.
What languages does Benjamin Friday speak?
Benjamin Friday speaks English.