Therapist in La Jolla, California,
Benjamin Ballou, LMFT
Provider Type: Therapist
Manages Medications: No, provides therapy only
Provider Gender: Male
Ages Served: 18-65+
Appointments: In-office and Telehealth
Benjamin Ballou, LMFT
Benjamin Ballou is a licensed professional clinical counselor and licensed advanced alcohol and drug counselor Who has been practicing since 2013. He graduated from Rivier university in New Hampshire with a MA degree in mental health counseling in 2012.
Ben believes in a holistic approach to mental health wellness, utilizing cognitive behavioral, mindfulness, and person centered therapeutic techniques to help people achieve wellness in the lives they want to have. His main areas of focus include helping people who are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, and addiction issues.
In his spare time, Ben enjoys a variety of outdoor activities including mountain biking, hiking, and surfing.
Expertise
- ADHD
- Alcohol and Drug Use Issues
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Grief
- Later Life Transitions
- Men's Issues
- Midlife Transitions
- Postpartum Depression/Anxiety
- PTSD/Trauma
- Sleep Disorders/Insomnia
Insurances Accepted
- Aetna
- Anthem Blue Cross of CA
- Blue Shield of CA
- Cigna
- Magellan
- MHN
- Optum
Interventions
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness
Languages
- English
Locations
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925-282-1778
FAQs
Please use our online form to schedule an appointment with Benjamin Ballou. You can also call 925-282-1778 to have someone assist you.
Benjamin Ballou generally accepts new patients but there could be a waitlist.
Please call 925-282-1778 to find out Benjamin Ballou's schedule and availability.
LifeStance Health providers accept most commercial insurance plans that are offered in the states where we offer services, including telehealth. Please see the following list of insurances accepted by Benjamin Ballou:
- Aetna
- Anthem Blue Cross of CA
- Blue Shield of CA
- Cigna
- Magellan
- MHN
- Optum
If you don't see your insurance listed, please contact us at 925-282-1778 to see how we can help.
Benjamin Ballou is a therapist and cannot prescribe medication. However, most LifeStance offices have a Psychiatrist or APN on staff who can prescribe medication if needed.
Benjamin Ballou works at:
Yes, Benjamin Ballou does offer both Telehealth and In-office visits.
Yes, Benjamin Ballou is currently offering In-office visits.
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