- Addictions recovery methods
- Relationship patterns)
- Hypnotherapy support
About Benjamin
Benjamin 'Ben' Galloso is a licensed clinical social worker with the LICSW and LCSW credentials, licensed in Florida, and has 14 years of experience. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, relationship and intimacy concerns, trauma and grief, and issues around identity and self-worth. He speaks English and Spanish and combines talking therapy with occasional hypnotherapy when both agree it might help.
Ben describes his work as client-centered. He listens for how clients think, what they tell themselves, and how their bodies signal distress. He helps people notice patterns they use to cope and looks at whether those patterns still serve them now.
His practice addresses process addictions to behaviors and relationships as well as substance use, using SMART Recovery methods alongside exploration of underlying hurt and avoidance. He is familiar with 12-Step programs and facilitates SMART Recovery groups. He also brings awareness to attachment, abandonment, codependency, and intimacy-related struggles.
Ben has formal theological study across a range of traditions and has worked with people from many faiths and spiritual perspectives. He respects each person's way of meaning-making and discusses how spiritual or philosophical resources might support coping and purpose.
Sessions focus on clear conversation about thoughts, feelings, body signals, and behavior change. When appropriate and agreed, he may include light hypnotherapy to support the talking work. The approach aims to help clients move through avoidance, engage with painful material, and make practical changes in day-to-day life.
How his approaches translate to online work
Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) helps name and track strong emotions and the patterns they create in relationships and personal behavior. It aims to make emotions clearer so people can respond differently to old triggers.Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and following what the client brings to the session. The therapist reflects and helps clients find their own direction rather than imposing solutions.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at thoughts and behaviors together. It offers concrete exercises to test unhelpful thoughts and build new coping habits for anxiety, depression, and addictive behaviors.
Finding the right blend of methods is part of the early work. He will collaborate with clients to choose which approach or combination to use based on goals, preferences, and what shows up in sessions. That process is practical and adaptive rather than fixed.
Confirm the exact session formats before booking, as the biography does not list specific online formats here. Online work can make scheduling easier and help sessions fit into work or home routines. It can also allow shorter check-ins, support attendance when travel is difficult, and reduce time spent commuting while keeping regular therapeutic momentum.
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Experience
14+ years
Listed in
Florida, District of Columbia
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, trauma and grief, self-esteem, ADHD, and related concerns such as abandonment and attachment struggles.
What therapeutic approaches does he use?
His stated approaches include Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy, and hypnotherapy. He mixes talking therapy with occasional light hypnotherapy when both agree it could help.
How much experience does he have?
He has 14 years of experience working as a therapist and counselor, including work with addictions and spiritual concerns.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He holds LICSW and LCSW credentials, listed as DC LICSW and FL LCSW, and practices in Florida.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Does he work with international clients?
He is not currently accepting international clients.
How are sessions scheduled and paid for?
Cost varies with location and 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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