Dr. Benjamin Lough, LCSW

Dr. Benjamin Lough is an Illinois-licensed LCSW, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, with 19 years of experience supporting people through periods of change and uncertainty. He centers his work in an existential-humanistic perspective that highlights presence, personal responsibility, and the human capacity to create meaning. This approach is often helpful for those questioning direction, facing midlife transitions, or feeling a persistent sense that something important is missing.

In session he creates a steady, reflective pace where present circumstances, relationships, and choices can be examined without hurry. He listens closely, asks thoughtful questions, and helps clients clarify values and possibilities so they can make decisions that feel more authentic. His practice addresses issues such as self-esteem, coping with life changes, relationships and intimacy, career concerns, emptiness, guilt and shame, isolation or loneliness, life purpose, men’s issues, self-love, and sexuality.

Dr. Lough aims to help clients discover options where they previously felt stuck, supporting a growing sense of confidence and freedom in decision making. Over time his work can lead to stronger connections with others and greater alignment between daily life and what matters most to the individual.

Existential Approaches and Online Therapy

Existential therapy invites exploration of meaning, choice, and responsibility, helping people face questions about identity, life purpose, and how to live more authentically. It is especially useful for those navigating major life changes, midlife concerns, feelings of emptiness, or uncertainty about direction. Existential-humanistic elements emphasize presence and genuine connection, offering a supportive atmosphere to explore values, shame or guilt, and intimacy-related issues.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process. Dr. Lough works collaboratively with each person to determine which ideas and practices fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adapting the work over time as circumstances change. That collaborative stance helps clients feel involved in shaping their path forward.

Online therapy with licensed professionals offers practical flexibility and accessibility. Video calls and phone sessions allow live conversation and deeper interaction, while live chat and text-based messaging provide ongoing support and convenience between sessions. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care during transitions, busy schedules, or when distance would otherwise be a barrier.