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LMHC, LCMHC

Melissa Benson, LMHC, LCMHC

  • Experience24 years
  • LocationFlorida
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Grief
  • Therapy approachesClient-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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About Melissa

Melissa Benson is a licensed mental health counselor with 24 years of clinical experience in Florida.

Background and approach

She works with people facing a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, grief and loss, depression, coping with life changes, ADHD, addictions, relationship and family difficulties, trauma and abuse, and issues related to intimacy, eating, and sleeping.

Her practice also addresses mood conditions such as bipolar disorder and a variety of personality and behavioral concerns including avoidant and dependent personality patterns, codependency, and substance use problems. Melissa emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion in her therapeutic work and adapts conversations and treatment plans to fit each individual's needs.

She draws from client-centered methods alongside evidence-informed techniques such as cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused strategies to help people clarify goals, build practical skills, and navigate transitions. Prospective clients are invited to take the first step toward change with Melissa’s support as they work toward greater wellbeing and more satisfying daily functioning.

Therapeutic approaches adapted for online care

Melissa commonly uses cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness-based techniques in her work. CBT involves identifying unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and practicing alternative skills to reduce symptoms like anxiety and depression; it is often helpful for stress management, mood concerns, and some ADHD-related challenges. Mindfulness therapy cultivates present-moment awareness and acceptance through attention practices that can reduce reactivity to stress and support emotional regulation.

Finding the right approach is part of the collaborative process in sessions. She will work together with clients to explore which methods fit their goals and preferences, combining client-centered listening with practical strategies to create a tailored plan that evolves over time.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which offer flexibility to fit work, family, and other commitments. These formats make it easier to maintain continuity of care and access support from Florida-based licensed professionals without needing to commute, while preserving the same therapeutic techniques used in traditional settings.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist commonly address?
Areas of focus include stress, anxiety, grief, depression, coping with life changes, ADHD, addictions, relationship and family problems, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating and sleeping concerns, and bipolar symptoms.
How would you describe the therapist's general approach and style?
The approach is grounded in respect, sensitivity, and compassion while tailoring dialogue and treatment plans to each person's unique needs. She blends empathic listening with practical, skill-based strategies.
What is her clinical background and experience level?
She holds 24 years of professional work experience providing mental health services and support across a variety of concerns and settings.
Which credentials and licensure does she hold and where is she located?
Melissa Benson is credentialed as LMHC and LCMHC and is licensed in Florida.
Does she provide services in languages other than English or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English, and she is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available for working together?
She offers multiple online formats including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different communication preferences.
How is pricing handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What should someone do to begin working with her?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyGriefDepressionCoping with life changesADHD

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorder

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAvoidant personalityBody imageCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesGuilt and shameHearing impairedHoardingInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

24+ years

Licensed

Florida, Utah

Languages

English

What Melissa can help with

Melissa Benson works with clients on stress and anxiety, grief, depression, coping with life changes, and ADHD.

Melissa works with clients coping with addictions, coping with grief and loss, depression, and coping with life changes.

How Melissa approaches therapy

Melissa's clinical approaches include Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

Experience and training

Melissa is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor practicing in Florida, with 24 years of clinical experience.