I am a licensed mental health counselor in the state of Florida. I have worked with clients over the 24 years helping them to process and work through individual challenges. Some of those included, ADHD, OCD, Depression, Anxiety, changes in life, parenting problems, relationship issues, career challenges and self-injurious behavior.
I am very interactive. Much of therapy begins with understanding your own coping styles, strengths, skills and boundaries. I will work with you on strengthening different skills in order for you to make changes in your environment and life. My style includes a lot of listening and questioning to help keep you focused on your treatment goals and developing different action plans. It is necessary to make changes in the environment to make improvements in relationships, heal from trauma, grow and become empowered. I will tailor our sessions and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. I look forward to working with you!
Professional experience
27 yrs in practice
Stress, AnxietyParenting issuesSelf esteem, MotivationDepressionCoping with life changes
Additional areas of focus:Addictions, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Sleeping disorders, Anger management, Career difficulties, Coaching, ADHD, Autism and Asperger Syndrome, Caregiver issues and stress, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Emptiness, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Mood disorders, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Personality disorders, Phobias, Self-harm, Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Trichotillomania, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
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Celena has been great. She is very easy to talk to and friendly. I leave every session feeling like she actually listened to me and wants to see me succeed in getting better.
Written on Feb 05, 2026 after therapy with Celena for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, and family conflicts
Celena appears to have an agenda, which I appreciate. Her agenda is to help me enjoy a richer more fulfilling life. Sign me up!
Written on Feb 02, 2026 after therapy with Celena for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, and compassion fatigue
Celena is attentive to my goals and concerns. While being knowledgeable and professional, she has helped guide me to the growth and understanding I have needed.
Written on Aug 18, 2025 after therapy with Celena for 1 year on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, anger management, and adhd
Celena makes me feel so heard ! She is a truly amazing person to talk with.
Written on Jun 12, 2025 after therapy with Celena for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and adhd
Celena is a wonderful therapist. I highly recommend her!
Written on May 30, 2025 after therapy with Celena for 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Celena has been very beneficial with her approach and assignments. She makes me feel comfortable and is very clear and concise. I look forward to continuing to work with her.
Written on May 15, 2025 after therapy with Celena for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Celena has been there for me every step of the way since I started this journey. Celebrating the wins and reframing the bad and the ugly to help me gain perspective, along with teaching me numerous techniques to cope in my day to day life. I would gladly recommend her and this service to everyone in my life
Written on Mar 18, 2025 after therapy with Celena for 2 years and 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Been a great experience
Written on Feb 25, 2025 after therapy with Celena for 2 years and 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
I really feel comfortable talking to Celina. She gives helpful advice and I don't feel judged and can be vulnerable with her.
Written on Feb 05, 2025 after therapy with Celena for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, and intimacy-related issues
Incredible
Written on Oct 31, 2024 after therapy with Celena for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coaching, and adhd
Extremely empathetic
Written on Oct 28, 2024 after therapy with Celena for 1 year and 7 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd
Celena is caring, intentional, and offers solutions. I appreciated how much she listened and provided tools for me to address the issues I was facing. She is very kind and funny. I looked forward to all of my session with her. The skills I have learned will stick with me and that is not something you can say from every interaction with other therapist. I appreciate her wisdom and care!
Written on Oct 09, 2024 after therapy with Celena for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
She was great and helped me through some tough times and I saw and felt the progress that I needed in my life. If you suffer from anxiety or depression, she will help you through it and become the person you want to be.
Written on Sep 08, 2024 after therapy with Celena for 11 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and coping with life changes
It's early in our relationship but I feel heard, and that's the most important thing.
Written on Sep 03, 2024 after therapy with Celena for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, and self esteem
Celena is wonderful and adaptive. She's both supportive and very good at holding me accountable for my own bad habits while developing tools to help me work through them and possibly break them.
Written on Aug 05, 2024 after therapy with Celena for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Celena has been a wonderful therapist.
Written on Jul 11, 2024 after therapy with Celena for 1 year and 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
Celena is a very experienced and effective therapist. I find that sessions with her have a great combo of skill teaching and allowing space to express/vent about concerns. Her insight is right on and obviously comes from an extensive amount of experience. I would recommend her without hesitation to those I love. I am very grateful to have found her during a difficult moment in my life.
Written on Jun 07, 2023 after therapy with Celena for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, and adhd
Celena is amazing. After just one session, I felt a huge change in my attitude and mood. She is great
Written on May 24, 2023 after therapy with Celena for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
My first time in therapy. Celena makes me feel welcomed, respected and heard. I’ve had a great experience thus far and look forward to more sessions.
Written on May 18, 2023 after therapy with Celena for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Great at listening and motivating with effective questions and steps forward!
Written on Apr 24, 2023 after therapy with Celena for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and career difficulties
I am completely blessed to have been paired with a highly skilled and kind professional. Celena not only understands me, but also provides many tools to deal with difficult situations, overcome unhealthy habits, and also communicate better with people in my life. Thank you Celena for the light you have brought into my life!
Written on Mar 27, 2023 after therapy with Celena for 1 year and 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, eating disorders, self esteem, and coaching
She’s very kind and a great therapist
Written on Mar 21, 2023 after therapy with Celena for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and coaching
Celena is the best. She is compassionate, honest, and understanding. I’m so grateful to work with her.
Written on Mar 15, 2023 after therapy with Celena for 1 year and 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, and sleeping disorders
Celena is professional and insightful as well as being sensitive and kind. With her help, I've come a long way.
Written on Mar 01, 2023 after therapy with Celena for 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, sleeping disorders, and coping with life changes
I love Celena so much. This is my first time in therapy. She makes everything less anxiety ridden and actually genuinely asks about you without making it seem like it's her job. I appreciate her immensely and wouldn't trade her for the world.
Written on Feb 24, 2023 after therapy with Celena for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Celena is amazing. Through her thoughtful and intentional coaching, she put me in a better place than I was before doing therapy.
Written on Feb 22, 2023 after therapy with Celena for 8 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coaching
Celena is absolutely AMAZING. She really cares and focuses on exactly what you NEED. She is like magic. <3
Written on Feb 06, 2023 after therapy with Celena for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life
Celena Benjamin is great to work with. She makes it easy for me to communicate with her. She always checks in with me to make sure I'm having a good day. I highly recommend her.
Written on Jan 25, 2023 after therapy with Celena for 11 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and adhd
Celena has helped me tremendously with my anxiety.
She has given me the knowledge and tools to continue improving. I am greatfull for her and betterhelp!
Written on Jan 12, 2023 after therapy with Celena for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, career difficulties, coaching, and adhd
Celena does a good job.
Written on Jan 02, 2023 after therapy with Celena for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and intimacy-related issues
Celena is very good at listening and determining the root of the problem, then gives action steps to help you work on it
Written on Jan 02, 2023 after therapy with Celena for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, self esteem, career difficulties, coaching, and adhd
I have only had 2 sessions but so far Celena comes equipped with many tools to deal with various issues. She listens well and I also like that she checks in with messages between sessions.
Written on Dec 28, 2022 after therapy with Celena for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Celena exceeds my expectations! Her approach is simple and easy to implement; she's empathic and professional. I would highly recommend her. I felt a rush of self efficacy immediately after our first session!
Written on Dec 28, 2022 after therapy with Celena for 3 weeks on issues concerning self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
She always takes the time to wonder what makes me happy and use it to remind me about the good things of life. She is involved in my hobbies and even learn about them to make sure I feel heard and cared of. It's that kind of dedication that really make you feel appreciated and wants to do good in life.
Written on Dec 16, 2022 after therapy with Celena for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and sleeping disorders
Not only is Celena a good listener, I look forward to talking with her every week.
Written on Dec 06, 2022 after therapy with Celena for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, sleeping disorders, and self esteem
Celena is keeping my concerns and whatever matters to me each day as it comes in the forefront. I appreciate that most. Helping me as I am building the skills necessary to navigate challenging situations. Even looking for other avenues available to help me with with these.
Written on Dec 06, 2022 after therapy with Celena for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
She is open to conversation and will help you analyze your issues
Written on Nov 24, 2022 after therapy with Celena for 7 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Getting to talk to Celena is one of the few things I look forward to each week. When I talk to her I feel seen and I feel like I’m getting her undivided attention. I feel very comfortable being vulnerable with her and express all my worries and joys that come into my life with her. This is my first time using BetterHelp and I would recommend this app and Celena to anyone who is ready to start putting their personal needs first.
Written on Sep 28, 2022 after therapy with Celena for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Celena is so good at helping me find solutions when I feel overwhelmed. I always finish my sessions full of energy. It does me really good to have someone I feel I can trust.
Written on Sep 05, 2022 after therapy with Celena for 8 months on issues concerning self esteem, and adhd
Celena was very understanding, great listener, and counselor for my issues at hand.
Written on Aug 22, 2022 after therapy with Celena for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Celina has been amazing as my first therapy experience. She is very attentive and I’ve enjoyed my first few months with her.
Written on Jul 19, 2022 after therapy with Celena for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, depression, self esteem, relationship issues, family conflicts, adhd, and intimacy-related issues
I had never had therapy and my experience with Celena has been so much more helpful than I imagined. She is patient and really brings out the best of me to work with. I'm feeling the growth and can't wait to see all I can accomplish now that I am really present in this moment!
Written on Jun 14, 2022 after therapy with Celena for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, career difficulties, and coaching
Celena is a highly experienced therapist with a warm and compassionate therapeutic approach. Truly look forward to my sessions.
Written on Jun 12, 2022 after therapy with Celena for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and trauma and abuse
Celena is cool, intelligent and positive.
Written on Jun 05, 2022 after therapy with Celena for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Celena gives shares great insight and offers great pratical advice. She is my secret weapon.
Written on Jun 03, 2022 after therapy with Celena for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and addictions
Celen is very patient and great listener. I appreciate the joy and humor that we share. She’s also very gentle in helping me gain awareness of my mindset.
Written on Jun 01, 2022 after therapy with Celena for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, and career difficulties
Incredibly nice and friendly therapist. You will definitely be listened to!
Written on May 08, 2022 after therapy with Celena for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and self esteem
Good experience. I feel she is concerned with my well being.
Written on May 03, 2022 after therapy with Celena for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, coaching, and adhd
Ms. Celena Benjamin is providing compassionate and competent mental health support to me. I really look forward to our sessions. She's a great listener and makes me feel comfortable and understood.
Written on Apr 18, 2022 after therapy with Celena for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, depression, family conflicts, coping with life changes, and adhd
she is very good regarding our family problems.
Written on Apr 04, 2022 after therapy with Celena for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, parenting issues, anger management, coping with life changes, and coaching
Celena was extremely helpful for me - will request her again when I resume therapy
Written on Mar 30, 2022 after therapy with Celena for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, sleeping disorders, and adhd
Celena has given great advice and is there to listen and help in a real way.
Written on Feb 21, 2022 after therapy with Celena for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
A most capable therapist and an amazing individual. I came to Celena in a deplorable state but I was fortunate to find in her a therapist whom I needed : one who listens attentively and reinforces tangible achievements no matter how small. I will definitely consult Celena once the need arises again. Thank you Celena.
Written on Feb 18, 2022 after therapy with Celena for 1 month on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coaching
Celena is amazing. Just four sessions with her and I have already improved so much. I really appreciate her. She’s the best.
Written on Jan 19, 2022 after therapy with Celena for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Celena is a kind, attentive and amazing resource. Just having her listen is truly remarkable.
Written on Jan 18, 2022 after therapy with Celena for 2 weeks on issues concerning grief, and parenting issues
Celena, has been a great help for my son with helping him feel happy and healthy
Written on Jan 18, 2022 after therapy with Celena for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, depression, self esteem, relationship issues, family conflicts, coping with life changes, adhd, and anger management
We've only been working together a couple of weeks but I find Celena to be proactive, supportive, energetic and friendly. Her style suits me and I can already see and feel positive changes resulting from her input.
Written on Jan 17, 2022 after therapy with Celena for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, and anger management
Celena has been an amazing listener and therapist. Very flexible and understanding when the military life calls for me to cancel a session last minute. She has helped me focus on my goals that I have aimed for. Truly recommend!
Written on Jan 09, 2022 after therapy with Celena for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
I came to Celena burnt out, stressed, tired and hopeless that things were going to get better, and she very quickly was able identify small changes and additions I could make to my daily routine to set me up for success. She held me accountable to my goals, was easy to talk to, was an excellent listener and overall, we had a great synergy. I will definitely be working with her again in the future as I navigate through more life changes that come my way.
Written on Jan 01, 2022 after therapy with Celena for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, sleeping disorders, anger management, and adhd
I am still new to working with Celena, however, she has already been extremely helpful! She is well organized and setting goals with her has been a game changer. I'm excited to continue to work with her and cannot say enough good things!
Written on Dec 03, 2021 after therapy with Celena for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
She's been very helpful and gave me helpful ways to work on my issues. would definitely like to continue when i've saved enough again
Written on Nov 15, 2021 after therapy with Celena for 4 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coaching, and adhd
Celena has been a great help! She is very accessible and a great listener. She has helped me tackle my challenges with targeted and easy to manage goals. She is so positive and her joy is inspiring!
Written on Nov 11, 2021 after therapy with Celena for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, coaching, and adhd
Celena Benjamin is a highly qualified and excellent therapist. She really listens to the client and provides tailor approaches to help them tackle their issues. She responds quickly and insightfully to messages.
Written on Nov 09, 2021 after therapy with Celena for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, sleeping disorders, and coping with life changes
Kind welcoming and easy to talk to if you’re feeling like the wait for a face to face is too long this really helped me just having a conversation with someone who cares, great listening and supportive advice as well after one session.
Written on Nov 03, 2021 after therapy with Celena for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Working with Celena is wonderful. Celena is encouraging and makes you think about what you are going through objectively. Celena is warm and welcoming and understanding. Therapy with Celena is an awesome and healthy experience
Written on Nov 01, 2021 after therapy with Celena for 2 weeks
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