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Welcome!

How Can We Help?

It can be overwhelming to find a provider; there are so many places to choose from, and if you have never been in counseling before, you don’t know what to expect, what to ask, or even what to look for to help you find that person that can help you become “you” again. Relax…you’re here…and that’s an awesome start!

Start by looking over the bio’s of our providers and see if any of them stand out to you. You can also call us at 701-297-7540 and one of our intake coordinators will ask you some questions to help match you with the best therapist for you.

While waiting for your appointment, you will be sent a link that has all our opening paperwork and forms to fill out.

During your initial session, your provider will ask you more detailed questions about your background and history and what brought you here today. Once they know you better, they will work with you to create a treatment plan. A treatment plan is like “Google Maps”, it can show us where you are now and where you want to be when we are done. It can also help us identify the “roadblocks” that have gotten in the way of getting there in the past. Once we know all that, we can find the best way to get you to where you want to be.

Often, that is through something called Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Basically, that means we will help you understand the ways that your thoughts affect your feelings and how your feelings affect your behavior. Changing what you FEEL often starts with changing how you THINK. We will help you to challenge those negative thoughts that run through your head….because depression tells lies. Depression might tell you that you are stupid, that no one loves you, that no matter what you do you will never get better. We know that this is a lie. You might not know that yet, but that’s ok, that is what we are here for. We will help you challenge these negative thoughts with more realistic ones, when you start to do that, you will begin to notice you feel better, and when that happens you will begin to notice you are doing things you used to do, things you have missed doing, things that make you feel like “you.” It doesn’t happen overnight…..but it does happen.

What We Do

At Benson Psychological Services, PC we strive to provide the highest level of quality care to children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. We work with a full range of mental health concerns to include depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, disruptive behaviors, relationship issues, sexual concerns, domestic violence, self-esteem, sleep disorders, dealing with chronic pain and other medical conditions, work stress, compulsive shopping, hypersexuality, grief and loss, infertility, school concerns, substance abuse, and much more.

We provide psychological and neuropsychological evaluations to help in the assessment of ADHD, Autism, Learning Disabilities, Executive Functioning Deficits, Diagnostic Clarification, and many other issues

Additionally, we provide a wide range of forensic services to include Competency to Stand Trial, Competency to Waive Miranda, General Competencies, Criminal Responsibility, Parental Capacity, Child Custody, Parent Coaching, Psychological Injury, Risk Assessments, Civil Commitment,and much more.

Who We Are

For 25 years, Benson Psychological Services (BPS) has been a trusted mental health resource in our community. Founded by President and CEO Dr. Stacey Benson, we have grown into a comprehensive clinic that includes a diverse team of psychologists, counselors, addiction counselors, and psychology residents. We are committed to providing expert, compassionate care for a wide range of behavioral health needs. Our experienced providers have advanced clinical training, allowing us to offer the highest quality of care in a comfortable and welcoming environment. We accept most major insurance plans and are currently able to schedule new patient appointments within one to two weeks.

How We Are Different

Experience matters, and so do the people who provide your care. Our team is composed of seasoned professionals, with most providers bringing over 15 years of experience in the field. Our less-experienced providers were selected for their exceptional skills and expertise gained from related fields like special education and case management.

We’re not just experts in our clinic; we’re leaders in our profession. Our team members hold leadership positions in organizations like the North Dakota Psychological Association, North Dakota Counseling Association and the American Psychological Association. They are also trusted voices in the community, regularly sought out by local media to speak on mental health topics and providing training to professional organizations throughout the region.

Benson Psychological Services, PC is committed to the principles of the Americans with Disabilities Act and as such we strive to provide reasonable accommodations and services for persons who require special assistance to access our services.