About Ben Mooney, Founder at Mooney Wellness
Meet Mooney Wellness Founder & Director Ben Mooney
About Ben Mooney
Founder & Director at Mooney Wellness
I have spent a significant part of my professional career as a “fixer”. As an Occupational Therapist of over 20 years, I have learned protocols, anatomical systems and functions, and human behavior in an effort to try to “fix” the physical and mental impairments of the patients I worked with. I have participated in well over 10,000 interactions of “fixing” as a professional.
Somewhere in the middle of those 10,000+ interactions, I began to question my motives. I absolutely saw incredible examples of humans pushing their limits to attain a physical milestone, and I helped so many people build skills that transformed their life. There was a message that I couldn't ignore, the more I continued: it wasn't my “fixing” that produced the best results with my patients. It was my listening.
As I continued professionally, witnessing the journeys of clients that were nearing the end of their life, I began to accumulate the gifts of the wisdom and perspective that so many people shared, and the messages sounded similar.
“I regret not trying_____”
“I wish I could have said ____”
“I always thought I had to, so I never ____”
“I was too scared to ____”
“I just thought I would have time to _____”
People have shared things with me that some never told their family - or even their friends in cases.
I am humbled and honored that I have made my living in a capacity where I work with others to nourish their life, especially when individuals I am working with are at vulnerable times in their life. I am dedicated, passionate, and highly motivated to connect with others at a time in their life where they can change how they tell their life story.
I am currently licensed as an OT, and practice in the state of Colorado. Additionally, I have worked as a Life Skills Coach since 2020, specializing in personalized goal-setting, Internal Family Systems, and sleep coaching. I specialize in CBT-I (Cognitive behavioral Therapy for Insomnia), have a IFS level 1 Comprehensive Training (as of June 23), and am also a breathwork facilitator. I am a husband, Dad, Son, beginner campfire guitarist, outdoor adventure enthusiast, old-man hockey player, concert-goer, and world backpacker. At the core, I am highly creative, genuinely curious, compassionate, and I love connecting with people and solving problems.
I have chosen a virtual platform in the hopes of reaching as many people as possible, while also offering an affordable service. When I look across the screen at the person I am working with, I don’t just hear a voice, see a face, or listen to a problem. Instead, I am in a world of incredible stories, and walking with you on your journey of life’s ups and downs. I am fully immersed in a collaborative process of finding deeper meaning in momentary decisions. I feel that I am exactly where I belong.
Ben Mooney's Vision
I listen from the heart, connect from the soul, embrace imperfections and differences, and create individualized space so you can find yourself in the complexities of your dreams.
The Mooney Family
At Mooney Wellness, we understand the immense significance of family in shaping an individual's well-being. We believe that family connections provide vital support and love, influencing one's ability to thrive and make positive changes. That's why we prioritize involving families in our services, providing a safe and inclusive space where we can address family dynamics and foster healthier relationships. By strengthening support systems, facilitating open communication, and embracing diverse family structures, we empower families to navigate challenges together and create a nurturing environment for lasting well-being.
Family is at the heart of our approach because we recognize that by supporting families, we positively impact the individuals within them. Through our services, we strive to build stronger bonds, encourage growth, and enable each family member to thrive. Our commitment to holistic wellness encompasses the understanding that family dynamics greatly influence sleep, mental health, and goal attainment. By empowering families to navigate their well-being journey together, we create a solid foundation for positive change and resilience.
