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Amelia (Amy) Benedict, LMFT

Stress, Anxiety Relationships Family conflicts Parenting issues
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About me

"Falling down is a part of life, getting back up is living." - anonymous

We all fall down from time to time. It takes courage to seek help and support during those times when we have difficulty getting back up. I commend you for taking the first step.

I am a Marriage and Family Therapist licensed in California. I have a Masters Degree in Counseling Psychology and have been working in this field for over 12 years. I initially made this career choice because I wanted to learn how to help myself and my family. I discovered I had a real passion and talent for connecting with and understanding others.

I am currently working with military service members and their families. I have experience working with depression, anxiety, stress, relationship issues, anger management, communication difficulties and parenting. I also have experience working with trauma and abuse.

My counseling style is very warm and empathetic. I believe in treating everyone with respect and being non-judgmental. I utilize a combination of cognitive behavioral, humanistic and psychodynamic modalities, with a focus on unconditional positive regard. I will work with you to identify your strengths and tailor treatment to meet your specific needs.

Professional experience

11yrs in practice
Stress, Anxiety Relationships Family conflicts Parenting issues

Additional areas of focus: Addictions, LGBT, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Bipolar disorder, Depression

Services offered

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License information

CA LMFT 51589

Reviews

These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Amelia (Amy) Benedict. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.

Amy is an excellent counselor. She's kind, knowledgeable, understanding and always has good tips to help me deal with my anxiety and depression.

Written on Apr 05, 2023 after therapy with Amelia (Amy) for 5 years and 4 months

Great counselor.

Written on Aug 14, 2021 after therapy with Amelia (Amy) for 4 years and 4 months on issues concerning depression

Amy is understanding and patient. I am fortunate to have her as a counselor

Written on Jan 19, 2021 after therapy with Amelia (Amy) for 2 years and 10 months

I am grateful for Amy… I started counseling at 49 years old and never thought I “needed counseling” but I’ve have learned so much about myself thanks to Amy‘s guidance. I am a strong woman and I have never felt like I needed to share my business with anyone because for the most part I had it together. I was raised that counseling was for people who had something wrong with them and people who were mentally strong didn’t need counseling. Absolutely ridiculous because I found out so much about myself since I’ve gone to counseling. Now I am raising daughters who understand the importance of taking care of your mental health.
I think betterhelp is a great way for people to get started into counseling whether you are either intimidated, too prideful or like me too busy to do counseling. This is life changing...even if you think you don’t need it I say just do it so you can learn about yourself and live your better life.

Written on Aug 03, 2020 after therapy with Amelia (Amy) for 3 years on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, and self esteem

Any is great she has given me lots to think about and lots to do. She has recommended counseling groups for me to join outside of this to help with my life that I think are wonderful!

Written on Mar 13, 2019 after therapy with Amelia (Amy) for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, family conflicts, and parenting issues

Amy is very warm, compassionate and encouraging. She has great insight and gives good advice that empowers you to move toward healing.

Written on Nov 23, 2018 after therapy with Amelia (Amy) for 8 months