Celena Benjamin

LMHC
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About Me

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!

Specialties

  • Stress, Anxiety
  • Parenting issues
  • Self esteem
  • Depression
  • Coping with life changes
Also experienced in:
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 , Read more...

Clinical approaches:
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy

Years of Experience: 24

Services Offered


  • Messaging

  • Live Chat

  • Phone

  • Video

Licensing

LMHC #MH5878 (Expires: 2023-03-31)

Reviews

These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Celena Benjamin. 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.

Written by C.O. on Jun 22, 2022 after therapy with Celena for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, and sleeping disorders

Celena is the best therapist I have ever had. She is thoughtful, supportive, kind and hold me accountable in an empathetic way. She has helped me in so many aspects of my life and I’m so grateful I found her!

Written by V.A. on Jun 14, 2022 after therapy with Celena for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, career difficulties, and coaching

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 by A.L. on Jun 12, 2022 after therapy with Celena for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and trauma and abuse

Celena is a highly experienced therapist with a warm and compassionate therapeutic approach. Truly look forward to my sessions.

Written by E.D. 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 is cool, intelligent and positive.

Written by D.A. on Jun 03, 2022 after therapy with Celena for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and addictions

Celena gives shares great insight and offers great pratical advice. She is my secret weapon.

Written by D.J. 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

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 by I.V. on May 08, 2022 after therapy with Celena for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and self esteem

Incredibly nice and friendly therapist. You will definitely be listened to!

Written by S.H. 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

Good experience. I feel she is concerned with my well being.

Written by C.A. 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

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 by R.U. 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

she is very good regarding our family problems.

Written by M.I. on Mar 30, 2022 after therapy with Celena for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, sleeping disorders, and adhd

Celena was extremely helpful for me - will request her again when I resume therapy

Written by I.V. on Mar 05, 2022 after therapy with Celena for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and sleeping disorders

She takes the time to listen and even get interested in your hobbies to understand you more. She’s been a great support to me.

Written by K.A. 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

Celena has given great advice and is there to listen and help in a real way.

Written by T.O. on Feb 18, 2022 after therapy with Celena for 1 month on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coaching

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 by H.O. on Jan 25, 2022 after therapy with Celena for 3 weeks on issues concerning self esteem, and adhd

Celena is such s good therapists, she listens to me and helps me to improve.I ve improved so much in a short time. I m very happy.

Written by H.I. 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 amazing. Just four sessions with her and I have already improved so much. I really appreciate her. She’s the best.

Written by N.I. on Jan 18, 2022 after therapy with Celena for 2 weeks on issues concerning grief, and parenting issues

Celena is a kind, attentive and amazing resource. Just having her listen is truly remarkable.

Written by K.A. 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

Celena, has been a great help for my son with helping him feel happy and healthy

Written by N.A. on Jan 17, 2022 after therapy with Celena for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, eating disorders, self esteem, and coaching

Celena’s energy and vibes are invigorating and exciting. I am really looking forward to continue improving myself with the tools and skills she is sharing with me.

Written by L.A. on Jan 17, 2022 after therapy with Celena for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, 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 by C.E. 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

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 by A.L. 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 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 by M.I. 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

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 by A.J. 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

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 by L.A. 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 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 by B.I. on Nov 09, 2021 after therapy with Celena for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, sleeping disorders, and coping with life changes

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 by E.R. 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

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 by B.R. on Nov 01, 2021 after therapy with Celena for 2 weeks

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

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