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Terri Benton, LMHC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Terri is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Terri. View 57 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Massachusetts

Recent reviews

Terri is a wonderful therapist, who listens to what I have going on in my life and helps me through my tough moments. I appreciate her help so much and I view her like a friend.

Reviewed March 2024

Terri has been awesome!! She listens and has the experience to understand you. I have really appreciated her insight.

Reviewed February 2024

More about Terri

  • 22 years' experience
  • Female
  • LMHC

My name is Terri, and I have been a Licensed Mental Health Counselor since 2006. I have enjoyed my work since I received my Masters in Holistic Psychology from Lesley University, in Cambridge Massachusettes. That was almost 30 years ago, before most people used the term holistic counseling. To me, that means that you take every aspect of a human being into consideration when you have the privilege of being asked to join them in their process. I grew up in a small farming community in Minnesota and have lived in the Boston area since then. I love both, and wouldn't want to be labelled as "from" either. I am both and much more. We all are. I am not a believer in labels-everyone is unique, and we all share being human. That is the basis of my work. If it matters to you in your life, then it is important to our work. Whether you are dealing with a major life change, or needing to find more meaning and joy in your life, my goal is to understand all that you are. I have found it to be an honor to be invited into an individual's internal process, and I take my role very seriously-though I like to think I use humor when appropriate. Please feel free to check out all of my information and if you have a particular question, don't hesitate to ask. It is important to find a counselor you feel is a good fit for you and your style of communication.

We are all a combination of our experiences, beliefs, values and perceptions. I want to understand yours before I presume to offer my suggestions. I have benefited immeasurably from the people I have worked with. I know what two people working together can do!

I wish you the best in your search for the best counselor for you!

Terri

Specialties

Relationship issues Trauma and abuse Grief Intimacy-related issues Coping with life changes Stress Anxiety Addictions LGBT Family conflicts Sleeping disorders Parenting issues Anger management Self esteem Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Depression Coaching Compassion fatigue ADHD

Licenses

Terri Benton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1306033832.

  • LMHC · Massachusetts · 6138 · Expires December 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, sometimes called teletherapy, refers to talk therapy delivered remotely through digital platforms, such as video calls, phone calls, or chat. It can be a great option for people who face barriers to traditional face-to-face therapy, such as those living in remote areas, individuals with mobility issues, or people with busy schedules that make it difficult to attend in-person sessions.

Teletherapy also offers greater convenience and flexibility, allowing clients to access care from the comfort of their homes. Research shows that the treatment outcomes with online counseling are often just as effective as with traditional therapy, providing a viable alternative for individuals seeking mental health support.

Reviews for Terri Benton

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

57 reviews

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Terri is a wonderful therapist, who listens to what I have going on in my life and helps me through my tough moments. I appreciate her help so much and I view her like a friend.

Reviewed March 2024

Terri has been awesome!! She listens and has the experience to understand you. I have really appreciated her insight.

Reviewed February 2024

She listens and is able to understand and relate to me and my concerns. Always supportive and accommodating!

Reviewed January 2022

I have worked with Terri for some time now. She listens to me and is supportive of me and is really helping me solidify my convictions and what I want out of life.

Reviewed December 2020

Terri is an incredibly compassionate therapist who has so far helped me tremendously in my battle with anxiety but also encouraged self discovery and improvement. She is always trying to connect on a personal level, asking questions about things I've mentioned or just generally checking up to make sure I'm okay. Would definitely recommend.

Reviewed November 2019

Terri is quick to recognize the main issues/concerns at heart and demonstrates great empathy. She is able to relate to me and provide relevant examples and suggestions given her experience and expertise. I really enjoy our calls and feel that they are contributing towards a breakthrough of sorts. I feel like I am able to create a new framework with her help.

Reviewed November 2019

I have gone through what seems like countless therapists on this app and other places and I can confidently say Terri is the best one I’ve had. She is beyond supportive and I truly feel she cares for me. She finds the perfect balance between making me feel heard while not being a “yes man”. She always tries to make time for me when I need an urgent session or timely advice, even if it’s just over messenger. Forever grateful to Terri!

Reviewed December 2023

She is great in every way - no complaints.

Reviewed November 2023

Terri is the best! She is kind, considerate, and is always so thoughtful. You can tell she really listens to you and remembers everything you say. I always look forward to speaking with her and leave each experience feeling much better and more confident.

Reviewed November 2023

Terri is amazing!!

Reviewed August 2023

Therapy sessions with her feel like talking to a best friend, she has a way of making it feel easy to talk about difficult things. She is always wonderfully supportive and has given me very meaningful insights. I'd highly recommend her to anyone looking for a counselor.

Reviewed May 2023

Terri is just the best. I couldn’t be luckier.

Reviewed April 2023

She is a great fit for myself and makes me feel very comfortable to open up

Reviewed February 2023

Terri was wonderful and just what I needed to get me through a difficult patch. She's a great listener and gives good realistic feedback. Loved working with Terri and will definitely connect with her as my first choice if the need arises again.

Reviewed January 2023

I feel as though I got further in one session with Terri than I did in multiple sessions with other therapists. Sometimes, I'm unsure of what I even am looking for and she seemed to have a great balance of listening/giving feedback.

Reviewed December 2022

Terri is the most wonderful and understanding therapist I've had. She makes you feel comfortable by facilitating fluid conversation. I find it really easy to be honest with her. She's already helped me so much and I think you'd be lucky to work with her!

Reviewed December 2022

Terri has been so understanding and non judgemental. She is so sweet and helps me see things from a different perspective. When I want to be down on myself for not being able to totally escape my situation l, she has helped me feel less guilty about this. She understands me religious background and why things are difficult where others haven’t always had the same opinion. Some days it just helps me to breathe easier just to talk things through with her.

Reviewed November 2022

Terri is the person I had when it felt like I had no one. She was there through my successes and sufferings. She will always be someone who has saved my life in more than one way

Reviewed August 2022

Terri is high;ly professional and hder positivity helps me stay focused and grounded

Reviewed August 2022

Terri is an amazing therapist! Be lucky you got her :)

Reviewed June 2022

Hey Terri, I keep getting these auto reviews. I'll definitely provide a review at some point. It's a little early to say anything that'll have substance. Keep doing you. Appreciate the help.

Reviewed June 2022

Terri has been a great help. I still have a long way to go, however I believe with more guidance I will continue to see the progress and get where I need to be. Terri is very understanding, and I look forward to my continued sessions with her.

Reviewed June 2022

Terri is absolutely amazing! She has helped me overcome so many things during our time together and I’m excited to continue working on becoming my best self with her. She’s a great listener and brings humor into our sessions in a respectful way. Can’t say enough great things about her!

Reviewed May 2022

She’s terrific, great listener

Reviewed February 2022

Terri has worked on and off with me for multiple years through BH and has been a great support through some really tricky times, from a pandemic to family problems as well as a gender transition, college graduation, and many other big life changes. I was so thankful to be paired quickly with a therapist who is such a good fit for me, and is someone I feel so comfortable with.

Reviewed December 2021

I’ve only been working with Terri for about three weeks but she has already helped so much. She listens well, asks great questions, and always offers interesting and meaningful conversation. I really enjoy working with her.

Reviewed December 2021

She a compassionate and understanding woman with a great ability for offering no real advice and reassurance.

Reviewed November 2021

Ms. Benton has truly changed my life she really goes the extra mile to give you the personal touch and it has meant a world of difference. I feel cared for, heard, respected and intelligently advised. On a score of 1-10 she's an 11.

Reviewed August 2021

Terri is amazing!!! I was very skeptical of receiving therapy through an app or online and Terri has made this amazing for me. I'm so excited to keep up with this, I look forward to our weekly chats!

Reviewed June 2021

I feel so incredibly lucky to have Terri to turn to for support. She helps me realize strengths in myself that I'd forgotten, and helps me to see how I can grow.

Reviewed May 2021

Best counselor ever! Really makes you feel cared for and special!

Reviewed February 2021

Such a fantastic and caring person. She is so loving and funny, and takes the time to understand and create a dialogue with her patients. Would highly recommend!

Reviewed January 2021

She’s become like friend I’ve known for years, I trust her so much and when I feel I have nothing to be happy about or look forward to I remember that I have a meeting coming up with Terri and it gives me something to smile about.

Reviewed January 2021

Terri has been an absolutely wonderful counsellor and I couldn't recommend her highly enough. She is warm, friendly and makes you feel entirely comfortable and able and supported to talk about any issues, worries or concerns you might have. I feel very lucky to have been paired with Terri as my counsellor, and I'm so glad as she made helped me work through the problems I was having and I feel so much better for it.

Reviewed January 2021

After about 8 months of therapy with Terri, I feel like a different person altogether. I have overcome so many fears in my life. I am grateful to have Terri as my counselor.

Reviewed December 2020

Excellent

Reviewed December 2020

Terri has a very caring way about her. She asks questions but doesn’t pry unless you choose to provide the information which I love. She’s very good at understanding the main issues I bring up to her and giving me other things to also consider about the issue. She replies in a timely manner and I always feel better after reaching out to her.

Reviewed September 2020

Just the sortb of casual, comfortable therapy I needed during the difficult summer of quarantine. I felt safe, supported, and very happy with my treatment and care.

Reviewed September 2020

Terri has been wonderful! I was surprised at the quality of the match and how quickly I was able to open up with video counseling.

Reviewed September 2020

Terri really listens. She helps you work through a problem and confront it. I HIGHLY recommend Terri

Reviewed September 2020

Highly recommend! She is a great person to talk to and really listens to what you say.

Reviewed August 2020

I was new to online counseling and a bit apprehensive, however, what a wonderful surprise! I enjoyed my sessions with Terri. She was extremely helpful with ideas and actions I could take to change my situation. Terri also helped me to recognize all I have achieved to date and to take some time to celebrate those wins. I highly recommend her.

Reviewed August 2020

My first time doing therapy and terri had many me so comfortable and easy to talk. Has made me feel understood and heard

Reviewed August 2020

Terri is wonderful, very patient and understanding. She listens well and always has a good answer for my questions whether it’s the response I want to hear or not. I very much enjoy working with her.

Reviewed July 2020

Terri is superb! I couldn’t have connected with a better therapist. Understands me and my goals and supports me to my core!

Reviewed July 2020

I’ve been seeing Terri for a few weeks now and let me tell you ! After just two visits I started to feel a great change !! She is truly a great listener and very understanding on many different situations. I recommend her to anyone that needs someone just to be there for you . Thank you so much Terri for the support !!

Reviewed June 2020

She understands what I went through and doesn’t try to up me on anything and gives me different ways to help me through it.

Reviewed June 2020

Terri is an amazing counselor. She's empathetic, encouraging, and extremely warm-hearted. She's always available when I need her to offer insight into what I'm dealing with. I'm excited to keep working with Terri, she is an excellent fit!

Reviewed May 2020

Terri communicates with empathy. She is deeply invested in healing and care.

Reviewed April 2020

Terri has been so awesome and helpful. I used BetterHelp for a while last year until we both felt like I was at a good place and did not need regular sessions. With all the craziness going on now I signed back up and have had some more sessions and it has been so nice to catch up with Terri and get her input on how to deal with these stressful situations.

Reviewed April 2020

Best counselor I've ever had. Always makes me feel supported.

Reviewed March 2020

Working with Terri is easy for me because she exudes an honest understanding energy that evokes safety and confidence for me to open up to talk about my challenges. She gives space to talk about what’s important to me and can draw on her own life experience which makes me feel valued as at times she is willing to share parts of her life with me. This proves a lovely balanced therapeutic partnership that makes me feel like I am a normal person trying to navigate my way through life without directions. When talking with Terri she naturally inspires realizations in myself that I work on throughout the week. Terri understands how to get the best out of each session we have and sends me worksheets to complete which supports my progress. I feel I am evolving week by week and it is because of her experience, expertise and loving honest nature. I do feel blessed

Reviewed November 2019

Very quick to reply positive, encouraging and down to earth.

Reviewed November 2019

Terri is warm and empathetic and feels like a trusted friend. I feel lighter after each session with her. I'm so grateful that I was paired with her.

Reviewed November 2019

Terri is simply the best :)) she really is an humanist— She has a heart of gold : when I talk to Terri, I thank god for this beautiful person that she is and sending her to this earth — I’m deeply impacted/influenced by her: I do hope to pay it forward for the kindness love everything that she has shown me. Love solves everything, and Terri is love, therefore she’s the right antidote for everyone.

Reviewed September 2019

Terri is kind and empathetic. I highly recommend her!

Reviewed August 2019

Terri is one of the best therapists I’ve ever had. She truly makes you feel heard and validated. I would recommend her to anyone looking for someone to truly hear you. It is refreshing. Thanks Terri!

Reviewed August 2019

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Frequently asked questions

Does Terri Benton offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Terri Benton works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Terri Benton speak?

Terri Benton speaks English.

How many years of experience does Terri Benton have?

Terri Benton has 22 years of experience.

Where is Terri Benton licensed to practice?

Terri Benton is licensed to practice in Massachusetts.

Does Terri Benton accept clients outside of the United States?

Yes, Terri Benton accepts clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

How can I communicate with Terri Benton?

Terri Benton can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Terri Benton?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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