
Benjamin Shoch
Approachable LGBTQ+ affirming counselor
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Approachable LGBTQ+ affirming counselor
Start with Benjamin ShochLicensed · Professional · Cancel Anytime
Benjamin Shoch is a licensed professional counselor practicing in Pennsylvania. He holds a Pennsylvania professional counseling license (LPC), license number PC010634, which identifies his credential in a reader-friendly way.
He has been working as a counselor since graduating in 2015 and brings eight years of clinical experience to his practice. Over that time he has supported children with behavioral concerns, teenagers and adults with substance use disorders, and people of all ages coping with depression, anxiety, self-esteem struggles, grief, developmental trauma, and obsessive-compulsive disorder.
Benjamin’s experience spans several settings, including an outpatient mental health agency, an outpatient drug and alcohol clinic, a university, and an outpatient private practice. He maintains a particular interest in working with LGBTQ+ individuals and with people experiencing problems related to drugs and alcohol.
His therapeutic approach is eclectic and tailored to each person - he draws from Experiential, Cognitive-Behavioral, and Person-Centered techniques and selects methods based on what best fits the client’s needs. Colleagues describe him as easy-going and approachable; he brings a sense of humor into sessions when appropriate and looks forward to meeting those who choose him as their therapist.
Many people wonder whether virtual therapy can truly help. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or managing life transitions, online therapy has been shown to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person care.
One major benefit is convenience - clients can connect in the way that best suits them, whether by video call, phone session, live chat, or in-app messaging. This flexibility often makes it simpler to fit therapy into a busy schedule.
Sessions are provided by licensed professionals, and individuals may switch therapists at any time if they prefer a different fit. For many people, online therapy offers a practical and effective path to addressing everyday mental health concerns.