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Looking for real change? I can help. I'm currently accepting new clients and offer flexible in-person and virtual sessions. I’ve spent years helping people navigate addiction, family issues, anxiety (social, generalized, panic, and more), ADHD and other neurodivergence, depression, trauma, and relationship struggles. One thing I always tell new clients: choose a therapist who truly understands the challenges you’re facing. Sessions are flexible, results-focused, and personalized—designed to help you move forward with confidence. I take an evidence-based approach, blending proven techniques with insights I’ve gained from decades of clinical experience. I'm here to help you make meaningful progress. Be cautious of vague claims to treat everything—making that initial phone call and finding the right fit makes ALL the difference. So ask questions, find a connection, and don’t settle for broad guarantees. Visit my website for more tips, free resources, and detailed information about my work. Specialties: I help clients identify less functional patterns and thought processes that may be holding them back. Once you gain awareness of these habits, we can begin working on maintaining that awareness and making changes. This process allows you to move toward healthier behaviors and thoughts, creating lasting change through conscious, intentional decisions. Credentials & Experience: I'm a therapist with diverse training, backed by research from five different Research One schools. My approach is rooted in ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy), a research-based method proven to be highly effective in helping people make meaningful changes and live more fulfilling lives.
"I use a variety of approaches to best fit you, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) for value-driven actions, Attachment-based therapy to strengthen relationships, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to challenge negative thoughts, and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) for emotional processing. I also incorporate Family Systems, and Strength-Based therapy for holistic support."
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Specialties
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Therapeutic Approaches
Services & Pricing
Free Consultation
15 min · Online, In Person
Individual Therapy
50 min · Online, In Person
Couples Therapy
50 min · Online, In Person
Qualifications
Verified by Calm at Home
Licensed · LCSW, MS
Benjamin Rea · Verified January 2026
Education and Years in Practice
Attended University of Georgia, in , Graduated 2002
Additional Credentials
Membership from National Association of Social Workers
Insurance & Policies
I am not in-network service provider. I will provide you with a superbill to help you file for insurance reimbursement. Please reach out with any questions.
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Location
Central Coast Healthy Minds, Ben Rea LCSW
1150 Grove Street, Suite B
San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401
United States
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Available both in-person and online
1150 Grove Street, Suite B
San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401 map
I use a variety of approaches to best fit you, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) for value-driven actions, Attachment-based therapy to strengthen relationships, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to challenge negative thoughts, and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) for emotional processing. I also incorporate Family Systems, and Strength-Based therapy for holistic support.
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