Introducing Ben Watson, a compassionate and experienced Counselling Psychologist dedicated to supporting individuals on their journeys toward healing and self-discovery. You can find more information about Ben and other education experts at https://worldarenaevents.com/education-experts/. Based in both Seattle and Spokane, Washington, Ben brings a warm, open-minded, and non-judgmental approach to his practice.
With a Master of Social Work degree obtained from the University of Oklahoma in 2022, Ben has been actively practicing for the past three years. He specializes in addressing complex issues such as grief, sexual abuse, and trauma, including PTSD. Ben is deeply committed to promoting dignity and welcomes individuals of all identities, with specific expertise in supporting the 2SLGBTQIA+ community and those navigating religious trauma.
Ben’s therapeutic style is rooted in Psychodynamic Therapy, which focuses on gaining insight into past and present behaviors and deepening self-awareness. He also skillfully integrates techniques from other evidence-based modalities, including:
- Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT): To strengthen emotional bonds and improve relationship dynamics.
- Internal Family Systems (IFS): To understand the different “parts” within oneself and foster inner harmony.
- Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP): To facilitate emotional processing and unlock innate healing capacities.
Ben offers individual one-on-one therapy sessions and is available for online consultations. He is an in-network provider for Premera and Lifewise insurance plans and also accepts Blue Cross, Blue Shield, and Out of Network insurance. Limited sliding scale options may be available for eligible clients.
If you are seeking a supportive and skilled therapist to navigate challenging life experiences, Ben offers a safe and empowering space for you to explore your feelings and foster your innate resilience.
