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Ben Dieffenbach
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
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Saint Paul, MN 55110
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When was the last time you had a good laugh? Or felt like your brain was calm? Or felt really confident that you were running your own life; not your anxiety, or obsessive thoughts, or big emotions. If it feels like it's been a while since you could actually enjoy life, then maybe it's a good thing you're here. Therapy can seem like a really serious thing to jump into. It is! It doesn't need to feel that way though. It's possible to do hard things, face the fears and anxieties that keep you stuck, and grow into the person you want to be. You can do all of that, and it can even be fun. Enjoyable. Something you look forward to.
As a therapist for 10+ years, I've had the opportunity to walk alongside people facing all sorts of challenges. I've practiced Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) for 11 years. I've also been trained in Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), the most effective therapy for treating OCD. I focus on utilizing evidenced based treatments that work.
I became a therapist because of how helpful therapy was for me. Having a person to walk through my own challenges with was invaluable for me. I know how uncomfortable it can feel to reach out to ask for help from someone you've never met. I hope you'll take that step. Therapy can be challenging. It can also be rewarding and joyful. It's worth it. Let's talk.
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Ben Dieffenbach
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Minnesota / 22483 Ben Dieffenbach
- In Practice for 11 Years
- Attended University of St. Thomas, MSW, Graduated 2013
Specialties and Expertise
Expertise
- Anxiety
- Borderline Personality (BPD)
- Depression
- Family Conflict
- Marital and Premarital
- Mood Disorders
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Personality Disorders
- Relationship Issues
Client Focus
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
Location
Nearby Areas
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Call for a free consultation now - (651) 538-2567
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Ben Dieffenbach
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW