California LMFT · CSAT-C (CSAT Candidate)
I am Benjamin Raskin, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California, license #165600 · CSAT-C (CSAT Candidate). This is my professional license to practice psychotherapy.
Benjamin Raskin · LMFT #165600 · CSAT-C (CSAT Candidate)
Specialized training.
A personal approach.
I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a CSAT Candidate (CSAT-C), with specialized training in sex addiction recovery. Here’s what that means for our work together.
Let’s talk A free, 15-minute conversation.
Understanding the initials
What does CSAT-C mean?
CSAT stands for Certified Sex Addiction Therapist, a professional certification program offered by the International Institute for Trauma and Addiction Professionals (IITAP).
CSAT-C means CSAT Candidate. I am nearing completion of that specialized training and certification process. IITAP describes candidates as mental health professionals in the CSAT program who work with the guidance of a supervisor.
My current status is candidate; I have not yet been awarded the completed CSAT certification.
My professional background
Licensed care. Additional specialty training.
CSAT Candidate
My CSAT-C status describes additional specialty training and a certification pathway. It is separate from my California license.
How I approach recovery
More than a set of initials.
I want you to understand both my background and how we might work together. In our sessions, we can explore patterns, feelings, choices, and the impact of behavior, then agree on practical recovery goals.
Structured tools can give us a place to start, but your experience matters. We’ll discuss whether a recovery framework fits your needs rather than assume that one label or exercise works for everyone.
You can read about the first seven recovery tasks, explore men’s recovery groups, or learn about the three-week Facing the Shadow intensive.
The support I offer
Individual recovery and couples work.
I work individually with people seeking recovery from sex or porn addiction and with couples affected by addiction or betrayal. I also offer recovery groups and intensives.
I do not provide standalone individual therapy for betrayed partners. If that is the support you need, seek a therapist who offers individual care for partners.
A few common questions
You might be wondering…
Are you already a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist?
My current designation is CSAT-C, or CSAT Candidate. I have specialized training and am in the certification process; I do not represent myself as having completed CSAT certification.
Can I ask about your training before starting?
Yes. You’re welcome to ask about my background, approach, and the role of specialty consultation during a free 15-minute introductory conversation.
Learn more
About the training pathway.
For the program’s own explanation, see IITAP’s description of CSAT and CSAT Candidate designations.
Start with a conversation.
Ask your questions, talk about what brings you here, and see whether working together feels right.