LIFE IN DISCOVERY
Self awareness, family/group dynamics, and interpersonal effectiveness
My name is Ben. I am located in Los Angeles. My passion is helping you make positive changes in your life. I am a certified Life Coach, I have my Masters in Clinical Psychology, and I have years of experience in helping people develop more profound relationships with themselves and others. I work with adults, adolescents, couples, and families on issues such as stress, stuckness, doubt, insecurity, relationship challenges, and/or addictions. For more information about me  and what I can do for you, browse through my website and don't hesitate to call or email me with any questions.
MY APPROACH
A Guide to Your Goals
You are here because there are things you want to change, improve, and/or gain in your life. My work is to support you as we explore your world together; by asking tough questions, offering strength-based cognitive and emotional exercises, looking at how the mind and body are connected, as well as by putting together plans, goals, and practices to help implement the shift you are looking to make. We are going to look at your history, your relationships, your strengths, your hangups, your schedule and routine, and your thoughts, feelings, and reactions. With that in mind, it isn't a one-size-fits-all approach. Everyone has different needs/challenges/limitations and therefore, everyone demands a different program.
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I work with certain beliefs, including the simple ideas that we all have blind-spots, we all have strengths, and we all have room to grow. I appreciate a paradoxical way of living, and I tend to encourage similar philosophies to my clients. Some examples of this are: The tortuous wins the race. The most confident people lead with humility and an open-heart. The best teachers are students. The most secure people find time to help others; and simultaneously, these compassionate individuals have limits and boundaries to the amount of time and effort they are willing to give to others. So how can we take these notions and create actions to support the growth and success you want in your life? This is the work we will be doing together.
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MY STORY
Aside from being a coach, I live a life of learning. I am a father and I make family my priority. I balance my work week with my passions for fitness, music, writing, and spirituality. I try not to take myself too seriously but I love grittiness as well as vulnerability; and live in gratitude for the love and health I enjoy today.
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I was born in Los Angeles. My family is from Santiago, Chile and I speak both English and Spanish fluently. Growing up, I spent time living in Maryland, California, and South America. I graduated undergrad from UC Santa Cruz and soon after that I landed some pretty serious music gigs. I became a touring musician and traveled the world performing and recording music. I did a lot of traveling that included many highlights, like being the bass player and background vocalist for a Grammy winning album. I became a father that same year and switched my focus to running and managing clubs and restaurants. All of these jobs and experiences helped me realize that my greatest passion was working with others and supporting people in finding peace and purpose. And so I again shifted my focus...
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I went to graduate school and completed a Masters in Clinical Psychology. I am currently working on my Doctorate in Depth Psychology. Aside from my private practice as a Life Coach, I also work separately in private practice as an LMFT psychotherapist. (Photo by JeaNN YunG)
