Celena Benjamin
Florida LMHC focused on skills, coping, and tailored plans
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About
Celena Benjamin is a licensed mental health counselor based in Florida with 27 years of professional experience. She has provided care for a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, obsessive compulsive behavior, trauma and abuse, relationship and family issues, grief, addictions, sleep difficulties, anger, and parenting challenges. Her background also encompasses work with mood and personality disorders, panic and phobias, self-harm, and caregiving stress.
Her approach is interactive and strength focused. Much of the work begins with identifying an individual’s coping styles, existing skills, boundaries, and personal strengths. She uses listening and targeted questioning to help people stay focused on treatment goals and to develop practical action plans tailored to specific circumstances.
She emphasizes the importance of environmental change alongside internal skill building, and adapts sessions and treatment plans to meet unique needs. Celena draws on a variety of clinical methods to support problem solving, emotional regulation, and increased self-awareness, and she is prepared to collaborate with each person to set realistic steps toward their goals.
Her approach is interactive and strength focused. Much of the work begins with identifying an individual’s coping styles, existing skills, boundaries, and personal strengths. She uses listening and targeted questioning to help people stay focused on treatment goals and to develop practical action plans tailored to specific circumstances.
She emphasizes the importance of environmental change alongside internal skill building, and adapts sessions and treatment plans to meet unique needs. Celena draws on a variety of clinical methods to support problem solving, emotional regulation, and increased self-awareness, and she is prepared to collaborate with each person to set realistic steps toward their goals.
- Location:
- Florida, United States
- Years Experience:
- 27
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- Yes
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Parenting issues, Self esteem, Depression, Coping with life changes
Other areas of experience: Addictions, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Sleeping disorders, Anger management, Career difficulties, Coaching, ADHD, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Forgiveness, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Mood disorders, Personality disorders, Phobias, Self-harm, Self-love, Trichotillomania, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: FL LMHC MH5878, VT LCMHC 068.0135484
- NPI Number: 1801042825
- License: LMHC (Florida), LCMHC (Vermont)
Remote therapy with an action-oriented, skills focus
Celena integrates several evidence-informed approaches in remote sessions to address current challenges and build practical skills. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors into more manageable patterns. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy supports learning to notice difficult feelings while clarifying values and committing to value-driven actions. Dialectical Behavior Therapy contributes concrete tools for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness.
These methods are used collaboratively. Celena works with each person to assess strengths, coping styles, and immediate goals, then tailors session plans and homework to fit daily life. Remote work covers both problem-focused steps and opportunities to practice new skills between meetings.
Sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing people to choose the mode that fits their rhythm and needs.
What is Celena Benjamin's clinical experience?
She has 27 years of experience working with issues such as ADHD, OCD, depression, anxiety, life changes, parenting and relationship problems, career concerns, and self-injurious behavior.
What credentials does she hold?
Celena is credentialed as LMHC and LCMHC. License details are FL LMHC MH5878 and VT LCMHC 068.0135484.
Which languages does she use in sessions?
Sessions are conducted in English.
Where is she located?
Her practice is based in Florida.
How can people work with her remotely?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging as communication options.
Does she accept international clients?
Yes. This profile indicates she is accepting international clients.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do you get started?
To begin, use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire to connect and schedule an initial session.