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I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor who works in the state of Texas. As a therapist, I have experience working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, various types of trauma history, parenting obstacles, and other mental health struggles. I currently work with youth and adults in the foster care system and enjoy walking alongside those trying to sort through their past, cope within the present, and plan toward future goals. My journey in therapy has led me to work closely with youth and adults who have experienced physical abuse, emotional abuse, sexual abuse, and neglect.
My therapeutic style is rooted in building a strong rapport with each client and meeting them where they are, without judgment. I am a firm believer in the power of hope and strive to instill this in every client I work with, helping them develop a stronger sense of self-awareness and self-growth. I believe every person deserves respect within a safe and healthy place to grapple with life's challenges. My approach is a combination of cognitive-behavioral, solution-focused, and strengths-based techniques tailored to fit each client's unique needs.
I am passionate about creating a supportive and nurturing environment for my clients. I value the importance of empathy, understanding, and genuine connection in the therapeutic process.
When you are ready, I am here to walk alongside you on this journey to a more fulfilling life. Let's take the first step together.
Professional experience
3yrs in practice
Trauma, AbuseParenting issuesCoping with life changes
Additional areas of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Adoption and foster care, Communication problems, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Drug and alcohol addiction, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Intellectual disability, Life purpose, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Self-love, Young adult issues
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Therapy with Emily has addressed a lot of the problems I had with previous therapists. It's hard to find a therapist that is goal oriented, but that's exactly what we're doing here and I couldn't be happier!
Written on Oct 24, 2024 after therapy with Emily for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, and relationship issues
Emily Benton (LPC) has helped me tremendously. I have already come so far in just a few months. She truly understands what my struggles are and then equips me with skills that work for me. I can't recommend her enough. I am so thankful for her help and wisdom.
Written on Jun 27, 2024 after therapy with Emily for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
I am new to therapy and was concerned about not finding a therapist that “fit”. Emily has been an incredible therapist who provides wonderful insights and asks questions that develops a deeper understanding of yourself/situations. She is great!
Written on May 20, 2024 after therapy with Emily for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and adhd
Emily has been amazing to work with.
Written on Apr 23, 2024 after therapy with Emily for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and self esteem
Emily is a wonderful therapist and human. She has been so caring, calm and understanding. I have made leaps and bounds of healing with her. I look forward to our future meetings and continued growth.
Written on Apr 02, 2024 after therapy with Emily for 2 years and 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, and compassion fatigue
Emily is an intuitive therapist. She listens. She’s great at keeping track of all the conversations and making connections that help with understanding and dealing with issues at their core.
Written on Mar 17, 2024 after therapy with Emily for 1 year and 7 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and grief
Emily Benton was my therapist for a little over a year. She always met me where I was and made me feel comfortable and confident in where I was and the pace I wanted to go. She helped me work through hardships I've faced by nurturing me, validating me, and providing me with tools to help.
Written on Jan 03, 2024 after therapy with Emily for 1 year and 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and adhd
Emily is wonderful. She is kind, caring and non-judgmental. I feel like she really listened and heard me.
Written on Sep 20, 2023 after therapy with Emily for 1 month on issues concerning grief
Emily will take the time to validate your feelings and your understanding of them while still being willing to challenge you to grow and explore.
Written on Aug 23, 2023 after therapy with Emily for 1 year and 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
I really enjoy my sessions with Emily. She has given me so many great tools/techniques and I'm excited for this journey of healing and growth.
Written on Jul 17, 2023 after therapy with Emily for 1 month on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Emily is always kind, compassionate, and willing to listen. She offers support and helps dig deep to the source of whatever challenges are popping up. She is wonderful to work with!
Written on Mar 15, 2023 after therapy with Emily for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and compassion fatigue
10 out of 10 would recommend. Emily is very kind and helpful!
Written on Jan 03, 2023 after therapy with Emily for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Emily provides me a safe space and is extremely validating. She tweaks my frame of thinking by asking me probing questions and “guides” me to a conclusion. She gives me space to figure out who I am, all the while gently guiding me through sorting my emotions and thoughts. I appreciate her patience and her attentiveness to details as she always makes me feel safe, heard and seen!!
Written on Nov 04, 2022 after therapy with Emily for 8 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, anger management, and coping with life changes
Emily is the best!
Written on Sep 24, 2022 after therapy with Emily for 6 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, coaching, and adhd
Emily is a therapist for a therapist! She is smart , engaging, and easy to connect with. She is reflective and empathic. I tend to not stick with counseling and she has been the only one to make me feel like I can come and be understood. Thank you Emily for keeping me on it!
Written on Sep 22, 2022 after therapy with Emily for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd
So far so good! Will have more to say in later sessions!
Written on Aug 29, 2022 after therapy with Emily for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, and self esteem
Emily has been great. She has been supportive from the beginning and provided great advice. She’s helped me journal, which has been helpful, and provided worksheets to help me gather insights into my behaviors. Emily has asked good questions to understand my concerns, my background and just generally where I’m coming from. I feel very comfortable with Emily and she is extremely easy to talk to. Emily does not judge, is encouraging and supportive and has really great advice. I am very glad the service matched me with her and could not be happier with the results.
Written on Aug 05, 2022 after therapy with Emily for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Emily had been a wonderful therapist for me. She takes into consideration all the aspects that I need help with and always allows me the time to speak in depth and process. She is also highly motivating. Thank you Emily for always being understating, compassionate, and for giving me the space to process!
Written on Jul 10, 2022 after therapy with Emily for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Written on May 24, 2022 after therapy with Emily for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, and coping with life changes
So far so good. It’s only been a 1 session and some messages back and forth. So far I feel listened to and respected from where I am coming from
Written on Apr 06, 2022 after therapy with Emily for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, compassion fatigue, and adhd
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