Ben Kandel M.a., Lpc

Ben Kandel, M.A., LPC has a diverse work experience spanning over two decades. Ben is currently employed as the Director of Medical Provider Relations at Medical Answering Services LLC since March 2022. Prior to this role, Ben was the Owner and Licensed Professional Counselor at Complete Minds, specializing in individual, couples, relationship, and commitment counseling in Austin, Texas. Ben founded Complete Minds in 2015 and continues to operate it. Ben also served as the Service Director CCBHC at Helio Health, Inc. from June 2020 to March 2022.

Prior to their counseling career, Ben held various positions in different industries. Ben worked as a Clinical Supervisor and Charge Counselor at Crouse Health from 2017 to 2020, where they provided clinical supervision, orientation, and case management for staff in the outpatient service. Before that, they worked as a Therapist at Capital Area Counseling, a non-profit mental health agency, from 2013 to 2014. Ben's previous roles include being a Business Development Manager at Northside Cherokee Urgent Care in 2010, a Premium Marketing Manager at Landmann-USA from 2006 to 2009, a Distribution Rep at Republic Beverage Company from 2005 to 2006, and a Supplier Rep at The Boston Beer Company from 2003 to 2004.

Overall, Ben Kandel brings a wealth of experience and expertise to their current role as the Director of Medical Provider Relations, with a strong background in counseling, clinical supervision, and business development.

Ben Kandel, M.A., LPC holds a Master of Arts (M.A.) degree in Mental Health Counseling/Counselor from St.Edward's University. Prior to this, they earned a BS degree in Resource Economics (food and Beverage) from the University of Massachusetts Amherst between 1997 and 2001. Ben also obtained another B.S degree in Resource Economics from the same university.