Dana Benton

Dana Benton is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) who helps people facing grief, low self-esteem, career shifts, and major life changes. She focuses on compassion fatigue and the emotional strain that comes with caregiving and stressful roles. Her work often touches on identity and cultural concerns, and she also lists support for divorce and separation among her areas of focus.

With 17 years of experience, Dana centers the person in the room. She treats the client as the expert on their life and partners with them to set clear goals. Sessions are practical and aimed at building on each person’s strengths and values.

Her approach draws from several evidence-based methods, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. She uses these tools to help people manage mood symptoms, process trauma and grief, and improve coping skills.

Dana emphasizes straightforward, collaborative work. Conversations cover what’s happening now and small steps that move people toward their goals. She supports clients as they practice new skills and try different ways of handling stress and relationships.

People who choose Dana can expect a steady, respectful presence. She aims to help clients find practical ways to feel more confident and in control. Her style is warm, goal-oriented, and attentive to cultural and identity-related issues.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people clarify what matters to them and take small actions that match those values. It is useful for coping with life changes, grief, and persistent low mood. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behavior and teaches practical skills to challenge unhelpful patterns. It can help with mood symptoms, anxiety, and problems in day-to-day functioning.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Dana will work with clients to pick methods that match their goals and preferences. She treats therapy as a collaborative effort and adjusts tools based on what is most helpful for each person.

Confirm the available session options before booking, as formats are not specified here. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Discuss scheduling and the best way to meet during the intake so sessions can fit practical needs and daily routines.