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Dana Benton

Holistic Jungian therapist specializing in trauma and relationships

About

I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with over15 years of professional work experience in the field. My areas of clinical speciality include grief and loss, trauma, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, career difficulties, issues related to race, culture and identity & coping with life changes. I believe that a counselor and client must build a partnership, in which the client is viewed as expert of their life and the clinician serves as a vessel in your process to identify your goals and engage in meaning treatment that pulls from the strength and wisdom deep inside of you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards making a change. I am here to support & empower you your journey to a better you!

Years Experience: 17
Location: Massachusetts, United States
Accepting New Clients: No
Gender: Female
Accepting international clients: No
NPI Number: 1437345683
Credentials: RI LICSW ISW02552, MA LICSW 119875
Languages Spoken: English
Licenses: LICSW (Massachusetts) #119875 exp 2027-03-20 • LICSW (Rhode Island) #ISW02552 exp 2027-05-01
List of Specialties: Grief, Self esteem, Career, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, Black therapist, Therapist of color, Female therapist, Christian, Older
Where Can You Work With This Therapist: BetterHelp
Therapist of color: Yes
Communication options: Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Dana Benton

Guiding grief, confidence, and life transitions.
  • Grief and loss support
  • Career and life transitions
  • Self-esteem and confidence

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About

Dana Benton is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with 17 years of professional experience. She is licensed as an LICSW in Rhode Island (ISW02552) and in Massachusetts (119875).

Her clinical specialties include grief and loss, trauma, motivation, self-esteem and confidence, career difficulties, issues related to race, culture and identity, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue.

Dana approaches therapy as a collaborative partnership in which the individual is regarded as the expert on their own life and the clinician offers guidance to identify goals and engage in meaningful treatment that draws on the strengths and wisdom already within the person.

She understands that taking the first steps toward a more fulfilling and happier life requires courage, and she provides support and empowerment to people as they move forward. Dana is a female therapist of color who identifies as Christian and is based in Massachusetts.

Location: Massachusetts, United States
Years Experience: 17
Gender: Female
Languages Spoken: English
Therapist of Color: Yes
Communication Options: Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Ready To Start Your Journey?

Therapist Available Through: BetterHelp
Currently Accepting New Clients: No
Accepting International Clients: No

Credentials & Verification

  • Credentials: RI LICSW ISW02552, MA LICSW 119875
  • NPI Number: 1437345683
  • License: LICSW (Massachusetts) #119875 exp 2027-03-20 • LICSW (Rhode Island) #ISW02552 exp 2027-05-01

Is Online Therapy the Right Step Toward Better Mental Health?

Many people ask whether therapy delivered online can really help. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or navigating life changes, online therapy has been shown to be similarly effective to traditional in-person sessions.

One major benefit is flexibility – individuals can connect in the format that fits their needs, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This makes it easier to integrate therapy into a busy schedule and to engage in care from different locations.

All participating professionals are licensed, and if the therapeutic fit is not right, people have the option to switch therapists. Online therapy can offer an accessible way to address everyday mental health concerns while preserving the professional standards of traditional services.

How much experience does Dana Benton have?

Dana Benton has 17 years of experience providing therapy services.

Is Dana Benton a licensed therapist?

Yes. Dana Benton is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker licensed in Rhode Island (ISW02552) and in Massachusetts (119875).

In which languages does Dana Benton provide therapy?

Dana Benton provides therapy in English.

Where is Dana Benton located?

Dana Benton is located in Massachusetts.

How can I work with Dana Benton as my therapist?

You can work with Dana Benton via Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging.

How much does therapy with Dana Benton cost?

The cost of therapy can vary based on factors such as location and Dana Benton’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that may be canceled at any time. For the most current pricing information, click the ‘Start Therapy’ button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is straightforward: click the ‘Start Therapy’ button and complete a brief questionnaire to help match you with Dana Benton. Depending on her availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

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