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Forest Benedict
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
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Forest Benedict

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT (he, him)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
5 Endorsed
San Jose, CA 95124
Let's Connect (916) 702-3528
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Are you feeling lost, overwhelmed, or anxious in your daily life? Is the emotional pain you’re carrying making it difficult to connect with yourself and others? Have your coping strategies led to more suffering, leaving you stuck in patterns of self-criticism, self-doubt, and fear? If so, seeking help is the first step toward healing. Together, we can explore these challenges and work towards finding clarity, connection, and a renewed sense of self. You don’t need to navigate this alone.
My caring approach to therapy focuses on more than just talking; it’s about healing deeply. Using Internal Family Systems (IFS), I compassionately guide you in connecting with your authentic self, healing your trauma, and finding safety in your own body. Together, we work towards lasting changes, so you can feel at peace and empowered in your life.
If you are ready to begin your therapy journey, I would love to support you. Healing is within reach and life can truly be better. Let’s work together to create the lasting changes you’re seeking. You deserve to a life filled with hope, joy, and fulfillment. Contact me today for a free consult and weʼll get started on your journey together.
Call or Forest Benedict now for a free 15 minute consultation - (916) 702-3528

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Online Therapy Throughout California

San Jose, CA 95124

(916) 702-3528

Los Angeles, CA 90049

My private practice is online throughout California. This provides a safe, confidential, supportive setting for all of my clients.
I specialize in Religious trauma, Trauma and PTSD and Life Transitions 
$150 Per Session  
I see individuals and groups  
Let's Connect (916) 702-3528
Photo of Forest Benedict, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Online Therapy Throughout California

San Jose, CA 95124

(916) 702-3528

Los Angeles, CA 90049

My private practice is online throughout California. This provides a safe, confidential, supportive setting for all of my clients.
I specialize in Religious trauma, Trauma and PTSD and Life Transitions 
$150 Per Session  
I see individuals and groups  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $150
  • Couple Sessions $225
  • Pay by American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa
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I do not take insurance but I can provide a superbill if needed.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (916) 702-3528
Photo of Forest Benedict, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
Forest Benedict
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
"
I do not take insurance but I can provide a superbill if needed.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (916) 702-3528
Photo of Forest Benedict, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
Forest Benedict
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / LMFT 86048 Forest Benedict
  • In Practice for 14 Years
  • Certificate from MNU - Sexual Addiction Treatment Provider SATP / 2012
  • Certificate from IFS Institute Level 1 & Level 2 IFS Training / 2021
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I provide online therapy throughout California, helping people heal from religious trauma, sexual shame, and C-PTSD, primarily using IFS.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (916) 702-3528
Photo of Forest Benedict, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
Forest Benedict
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
"
I provide online therapy throughout California, helping people heal from religious trauma, sexual shame, and C-PTSD, primarily using IFS.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (916) 702-3528
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Forest Benedict
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Religious trauma
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Life Transitions

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Bisexual
  • Body Positivity
  • Career Counseling
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Infidelity
  • Internet Addiction
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Men's Issues
  • Mood Disorders
  • Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
  • Sexual Addiction
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
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I mainly use IFS to support my clients with a variety of challenges including relationship difficulties, childhood trauma, religious trauma, life transitions, anxiety, sexual shame, self-criticism, depression, and compulsive behaviors. My goal is to provide a safe and supportive environment for clients to explore their inner selves and develop the tools necessary to create lasting change.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (916) 702-3528
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Forest Benedict
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
"
I mainly use IFS to support my clients with a variety of challenges including relationship difficulties, childhood trauma, religious trauma, life transitions, anxiety, sexual shame, self-criticism, depression, and compulsive behaviors. My goal is to provide a safe and supportive environment for clients to explore their inner selves and develop the tools necessary to create lasting change.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (916) 702-3528
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Forest Benedict
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

5 Endorsements

Heidi Monuteaux
Heidi Monuteaux
CounselorMALMHCLCPCCSATAF-EMDR
I highly respect Forest's work as a colleague. He brings a professional and competent presence to his work. Clients feel cared for and can resonate with his easygoing and compassionate style. I highly recommend Forest as a therapist.
Amy Sohler
Amy Sohler
CounselorMALMHCSUDPCSAT
Forest is an accomplished provider of sex addiction treatment services. I have personally met him and followed him and am confident that you will benefit from his treatment. He is also a very pleasant person and likable.
Anne Gustafson
Anne Gustafson
Marriage & Family TherapistPhDLMFT
Forest is a warm, professional and very skilled therapist. As a colleague I appreciate his deep empathy for people and for all the care he puts into his work.
Cristal Java
Cristal Java
CounselorMALMHC
Forest is a gifted IFS therapist. He is dedicated to his own healing, which makes him available to support yours. I highly recommend Forest.

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Single Mother
Transgender Allied

Religion

Secular and Non-Religious

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Single Mother
Transgender Allied

Religion

Secular and Non-Religious

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Compassion Focused
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Trauma Focused
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (916) 702-3528
Photo of Forest Benedict, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
Forest Benedict
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (916) 702-3528
Photo of Forest Benedict, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
Forest Benedict
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Groups

Location

Primary Location

Online Therapy Throughout California

San Jose, CA 95124

(916) 702-3528

Additional Location

Los Angeles, CA 90049

(916) 702-3528
"
My private practice is online throughout California. This provides a safe, confidential, supportive setting for all of my clients.
Call for a free consultation now - (916) 702-3528
Photo of Forest Benedict, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
Forest Benedict
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
"
My private practice is online throughout California. This provides a safe, confidential, supportive setting for all of my clients.
Call for a free consultation now - (916) 702-3528
Photo of Forest Benedict, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
Forest Benedict
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT