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Terri Benton, LMHC

  • Experience22 years
  • LocationMassachusetts
  • Focus areasADHD, Relationship, and Trauma and abuse
  • LanguagesEnglish
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About Terri

Terri Benton draws on a holistic perspective developed over decades of practice to guide clients through change and healing. Terri is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with 22 years of clinical experience and a background in holistic psychology from Lesley University.

Background and approach

She emphasizes appreciating the whole person - experiences, beliefs, values, body, and emotion - and integrates that orientation into work addressing mood concerns, relationship struggles, grief, trauma, stress, ADHD, and a wide range of life challenges. Known for taking an individualized approach, Terri places priority on understanding each client's story before offering recommendations.

She aims to join clients in their process with curiosity, respect, and a touch of humor when appropriate. Whether someone is navigating major transitions, seeking greater meaning and joy, or coping with anxiety, depression, bipolar concerns, addiction, or compassion fatigue, her practice centers on collaboration and deep listening.

Terri works from Massachusetts and offers services in English, and she accepts international clients for online formats.

Evidence-Informed Approaches and Flexible Online Care

Terri uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques grounded in a holistic framework. One common approach she draws on involves practical coping skills and problem-focused strategies to manage anxiety, stress, and mood symptoms; these techniques help clients develop concrete tools to reduce distress and improve functioning. Another core strand of her work centers on trauma-informed listening and processing that gently explores past experiences and their impact, which can help people struggling with relationship patterns, intimacy-related issues, or grief.

Finding the right combination of techniques is part of the therapeutic process. Terri approaches treatment collaboratively, working with each person to identify goals and experimenting with approaches that match their needs, pace, and preferences rather than assuming a single method will fit everyone.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which provide flexibility for scheduling around work, family, or travel. These options make it easier for people in different locations, including international clients, to access ongoing support from a licensed professional while choosing the communication style that feels most comfortable for them.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does this therapist address?
Terri works with a broad range of concerns including relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related difficulties, stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, addictions, ADHD, and related life challenges.
What is the therapist's general approach or style?
She uses a holistic orientation that considers the whole person and their life context, emphasizing collaboration, respect, and understanding before offering suggestions.
How much clinical experience does this therapist have?
Terri has 22 years of experience as a mental health professional, practicing since becoming a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in 2006.
Where is the therapist licensed and based?
She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing from Massachusetts and lists her credential as MA LMHC LMHC6138.
Can non-local or international clients work with this therapist?
Yes, she accepts international clients and provides services in English to people outside her immediate region.
In what formats are sessions offered?
Sessions are available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and needs.
How does pricing and payment work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin therapy with this clinician?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Relationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesCoping with life changes

Also works with

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Experience

22+ years

Licensed

Massachusetts

Languages

English

What Terri can help with

Terri Benton works with clients on relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, and coping with life changes.

Experience and training

Terri is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor practicing in Massachusetts, with 22 years of clinical experience.