- Emotionally-Focused Therapy
- Attachment work
- CBT and psychodynamic
About Bente
Bente Hansen is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in California with 20 years of clinical experience. She works with people who are feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, relationship strain, grief, low self-esteem, and big life changes. Sessions are offered in English and Danish.
Bente focuses on clear conversation and practical steps. She listens to current concerns and helps identify patterns that get in the way of feeling better. She uses approaches that pay attention to emotions, attachment, and how thoughts and behaviors connect to everyday problems.
Her work often includes addressing attachment issues, communication problems, caregiver stress, and challenges from chronic illness or end-of-life situations. She also supports people dealing with family of origin concerns, divorce and separation, substance issues, workplace stress, social anxiety, and pregnancy-related stress.
Bente draws on Emotionally-Focused Therapy and Attachment-Based Therapy alongside Client-Centered methods, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and psychodynamic ideas. These approaches shape conversations about emotions, patterns in relationships, and practical skills for coping.
Clients can expect straightforward discussion about goals and next steps. Bente adapts the sessions to reflect each person’s needs and keeps the process collaborative. To begin, prospective clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule an initial session.
How her approaches translate to online sessions
Bente often uses Emotionally-Focused Therapy to help people name and work through difficult emotions and recurring relationship patterns. EFT focuses on feelings and how they shape connections with others, which can be helpful for relationship strain, attachment concerns, and grief.She also uses Attachment-Based Therapy, which looks at how early bonds influence present behavior and expectations. That approach is useful when someone wants to understand why they react strongly in close relationships. Client-Centered Therapy is another part of her work and emphasizes listening, respect, and building the conversation around the client's priorities.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Bente will work with each client to decide which methods fit their goals, needs, and preferences. She adjusts the plan as the work progresses so the sessions stay relevant.
Session formats are not listed in this biography, so confirm the available online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Therapists and licensed professionals often find ways to adapt exercises and emotion-focused work for remote sessions so progress can continue between meetings.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
20+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English, Danish
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she commonly address?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship strain, grief, self-esteem, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include communication problems, caregiver stress, chronic illness, and workplace issues.
What is her general therapeutic style?
Her style emphasizes talking through emotions and relationship patterns while also using practical strategies. She combines emotionally focused approaches with client-centered listening and cognitive-behavioral techniques.
How much experience does she have?
She has 20 years of professional experience working with individuals facing a wide range of concerns.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She is a California LMFT and practices in California.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Danish.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
What formats are offered for sessions?
Session formats are not specified here; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees handled and how do I get started?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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