Ben Zimmerman, LLMSW
I am an ally
he/him/his
Health for Life Counseling
Reason for joining the directory
Because everyone deserves the same level of care regardless of personal beliefs, gender, sexuality etc. and more so communities where they are not being affirmed by our society at large. Safe spaces are instrumental in beginning to foster personal and societal growth and change.
Areas of care
Anxiety and DepressionPsychotherapy and GeneralSubstance Use Treatment
Specialties
Counseling/TherapyGriefCareer/Life GoalsAnxietyDepression
Inclusive practices
Intake and forms
have a space for pronouns and/or gender identitydo use gender-neutral language
Office environment
has education related to key LGBTQ+ topicshas a symbol of inclusivity visiblepromotes our inclusive non-discrimination policyhas unisex/gender-neutral/all gender bathrooms
LGBTQ+ training
In obtaining my MSW I took classes specifically geared toward the LGBTQ+ community. I would always love to receive more trainings as learning and growing is vital to being a therapist/social worker. In addition, I grew up with many friends in the community and my relationships with them impact my desire to provide whatever I can for members of their community.