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Ben Nicholson

Licensed Professional Counselor, MT-BC, CPRP, LPC (he, him)

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1727 Snyder Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19145
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1727 Snyder Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19145
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It is my mission to help individuals experiencing mental health challenges, stress, and/or other life difficulties become more active and effective agents of their own recovery and success through the provision of high-quality holistic, collaborative treatment tailored to the individual's unique strengths and needs. I also specialize in providing individual and group supervision for creative arts therapists and others who value the power and potential of the arts to heal and transform seeking to earn their professional counseling license (LPC) in the state of Pennsylvania.
I provide both in-person and online services including individual verbal counseling and music therapy for adults specializing in the modalities of the Bonny Method of Guided Imagery and Music (GIM), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy.
If you are struggling with the effects of stress, depression, anxiety, trauma, and/or other life difficulties and are looking for an empathetic therapist who will work collaboratively with you to address your concerns, please contact me.
Call or Ben Nicholson now for a free 15 minute consultation - (267) 367-6360

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

1727 Snyder Avenue

Philadelphia, PA 19145 map

(267) 367-6360
My website
I offer sessions in person in Philadelphia, PA and online for persons located in the states of Pennsylvania and Virginia.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Depression and Anxiety 
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.
Ben Nicholson
Let's Connect (267) 367-6360
Photo of Ben Nicholson, Licensed Professional Counselor, MT-BC, CPRP, LPC

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

1727 Snyder Avenue

Philadelphia, PA 19145 map

(267) 367-6360
My website
I offer sessions in person in Philadelphia, PA and online for persons located in the states of Pennsylvania and Virginia.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Depression and Anxiety 
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.
Ben Nicholson

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $150

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Capital Blue Cross
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Geisinger
  • Highmark
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Oscar Health
  • Oxford
  • Quest Behavioral Health
  • The Health Plan
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In PA I am in-network for: Aetna, Anthem EAP, Capital Blue Cross Pennsylvania, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Geisinger, The Health Plan, and Quest Behavioral Health. In VA I am in-network for: Aetna, Anthem EAP, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, and Quest Behavioral Health.
Photo of Ben Nicholson, Licensed Professional Counselor, MT-BC, CPRP, LPC
Ben Nicholson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MT-BC, CPRP, LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (267) 367-6360
"
In PA I am in-network for: Aetna, Anthem EAP, Capital Blue Cross Pennsylvania, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Geisinger, The Health Plan, and Quest Behavioral Health. In VA I am in-network for: Aetna, Anthem EAP, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, and Quest Behavioral Health.
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Ben Nicholson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MT-BC, CPRP, LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (267) 367-6360

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Pennsylvania / PC012049 Benjamin Nicholson
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended Temple University, Master of Music Therapy, Graduated 2014
  • Additional Credentials

  • License: Commonwealth of Virginia (LPC) 0701011440 / 2022
  • Certificate from Certification Board for Music Therapists (CBMT) 10881 / 2013
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I have over 20 years of experience working in the field of adult mental health. I am licensed as a counselor in the states of Pennsylvania and Virginia.
Photo of Ben Nicholson, Licensed Professional Counselor, MT-BC, CPRP, LPC
Ben Nicholson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MT-BC, CPRP, LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (267) 367-6360
"
I have over 20 years of experience working in the field of adult mental health. I am licensed as a counselor in the states of Pennsylvania and Virginia.
Photo of Ben Nicholson, Licensed Professional Counselor, MT-BC, CPRP, LPC
Ben Nicholson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MT-BC, CPRP, LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (267) 367-6360

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Depression
  • Anxiety

Expertise

  • Coping Skills
  • Mood Disorders
  • Psychosis
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
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I work with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, and/or trauma. I take a holistic view of the individual and work in a collaborative manner to create a plan for addressing each person's concerns. I utilize a range of modalities and put a premium on matching therapeutic approach with the unique characteristics and needs of the individual client.
Photo of Ben Nicholson, Licensed Professional Counselor, MT-BC, CPRP, LPC
Ben Nicholson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MT-BC, CPRP, LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (267) 367-6360
"
I work with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, and/or trauma. I take a holistic view of the individual and work in a collaborative manner to create a plan for addressing each person's concerns. I utilize a range of modalities and put a premium on matching therapeutic approach with the unique characteristics and needs of the individual client.
Photo of Ben Nicholson, Licensed Professional Counselor, MT-BC, CPRP, LPC
Ben Nicholson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MT-BC, CPRP, LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (267) 367-6360

2 Endorsements

Demeko Freeman
Demeko Freeman
Licensed Professional CounselorMMTLPCMT-BC
Ben is a thoughtful, ethical, & highly skilled music therapist & licensed professional counselor. They bring warmth, clinical insight, & creativity to their work, carefully considering each client's needs while supporting meaningful therapeutic growth.

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Cognitive Processing (CPT)
  • EMDR
  • Existential
  • Humanistic
  • Music Therapy
  • Person-Centered
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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For private pay clients seeking to address personal growth and development goals, I utilize the Bonny Method of Music and Imagery (GIM) as a music-centered approach to therapy. I use Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy (EMDR) to assist individuals with overcoming the effects of traumatic stress.
Photo of Ben Nicholson, Licensed Professional Counselor, MT-BC, CPRP, LPC
Ben Nicholson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MT-BC, CPRP, LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (267) 367-6360
"
For private pay clients seeking to address personal growth and development goals, I utilize the Bonny Method of Music and Imagery (GIM) as a music-centered approach to therapy. I use Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy (EMDR) to assist individuals with overcoming the effects of traumatic stress.
Photo of Ben Nicholson, Licensed Professional Counselor, MT-BC, CPRP, LPC
Ben Nicholson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MT-BC, CPRP, LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (267) 367-6360

Location

Primary Location

1727 Snyder Avenue

Philadelphia, PA 19145

(267) 367-6360
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I offer sessions in person in Philadelphia, PA and online for persons located in the states of Pennsylvania and Virginia.
Photo of Ben Nicholson, Licensed Professional Counselor, MT-BC, CPRP, LPC
Ben Nicholson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MT-BC, CPRP, LPC
Call for a free consultation now - (267) 367-6360
"
I offer sessions in person in Philadelphia, PA and online for persons located in the states of Pennsylvania and Virginia.
Photo of Ben Nicholson, Licensed Professional Counselor, MT-BC, CPRP, LPC
Ben Nicholson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MT-BC, CPRP, LPC
Call for a free consultation now - (267) 367-6360