Dana is very practical, knowledgeable, encouraging kind, and down to earth. Amazing at what she does! Highly recommend!
Dana Benton-Johnson, LICSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Dana is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Dana. View 7 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Massachusetts
Recent reviews
Dana is responsive with great follow up for accountability for me. She has given me useful tools and encouragement
More about Dana
- 17 years' experience
- Female
- LICSW
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with over15 years of professional work experience in the field. My areas of clinical speciality include grief and loss, trauma, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, career difficulties, issues related to race, culture and identity & coping with life changes. I believe that a counselor and client must build a partnership, in which the client is viewed as expert of their life and the clinician serves as a vessel in your process to identify your goals and engage in meaning treatment that pulls from the strength and wisdom deep inside of you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards making a change. I am here to support & empower you your journey to a better you!
Specialties
Grief
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Coping with life changes
Compassion fatigue
Autism and Asperger Syndrome
Divorce and separation
Immigration issues
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Multicultural concerns
Postpartum depression
Prejudice and discrimination
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-love
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Dana Benton-Johnson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1437345683.
- LICSW · Massachusetts · 119875 · Expires March 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, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.
Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.
Reviews for Dana Benton-Johnson
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Dana is very practical, knowledgeable, encouraging kind, and down to earth. Amazing at what she does! Highly recommend!
Dana is responsive with great follow up for accountability for me. She has given me useful tools and encouragement
Ms. Dana was very helpful, comforting and understanding. I appreciate her.
I believe she is very qualified and she has been a big help already. Especially focused on what I need which is very helpful. So I am grateful
Dana embodies qualities of a great therapist through her attentiveness, regular check-ins, and valuable expertise. Additionally, she is very empathetic, establishes trust very quickly and responds to individual needs by fostering a supportive environment for personal growth.
Dana listened to me about what I think my primary trauma is! Not what most people want to jump on, but what I currently want to focus on and grow healing muscles around right now. Very empowering therapist.
We have had just one session so far but I was pleased with her demeanor and approach
Frequently asked questions
Does Dana Benton-Johnson offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Dana Benton-Johnson 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 Dana Benton-Johnson speak?
Dana Benton-Johnson speaks English.
How many years of experience does Dana Benton-Johnson have?
Dana Benton-Johnson has 17 years of experience.
Where is Dana Benton-Johnson licensed to practice?
Dana Benton-Johnson is licensed to practice in Massachusetts.
Does Dana Benton-Johnson accept clients outside of the United States?
Yes, Dana Benton-Johnson 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."
What treatment approaches does Dana Benton-Johnson offer?
Dana Benton-Johnson offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Dana Benton-Johnson?
Dana Benton-Johnson 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 Dana Benton-Johnson?
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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When you tap CHAT NOW 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.