Dionne Benjamin, MD, LCPC - Therapist in Maryland

Dionne Benjamin combines an evidence-based approach with warm, everyday guidance.

01About Dionne

Dionne Benjamin combines an evidence-based approach with warm, everyday guidance. She is Dionne Benjamin, MD, LCPC, and she brings eight years of experience helping people facing anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, grief, and low self-esteem. Her voice in sessions is practical and direct, aimed at making small changes that add up.

Dionne creates a calm, affirming space where clients are treated with respect. She pays attention to identity and culture and offers particular understanding for LGBTQ+ people seeking a progressive counseling environment.

Background and approach

Sessions focus on what matters to each person, not a one-size-fits-all plan. Therapy with Dionne revolves around clear goals and doable steps. She works with clients to build resilience, notice patterns, and practice new responses to old problems.

That work might include learning ways to manage stress, coping with grief, or shifting negative self-talk. She uses techniques grounded in research and adapts them to each person's needs. The therapist-client relationship is collaborative - clients help set the pace and priorities.

Dionne emphasizes practical tools alongside emotional processing. People who choose her can expect straightforward guidance and steady support. Her aim is to help clients gain clearer insight, stronger coping skills, and more confidence to move forward.

02Credentials

LCPC (Maryland): License LC15229 · expires January 2028
NPI: 1649052770 · national provider identifier

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03Focus areas and approaches

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04Online support

Evidence-based approaches and flexible online care

Evidence-based techniques are used to guide change in clear, practical ways. One common approach focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns to reduce symptoms like anxiety and depression; it teaches concrete skills for coping and problem solving. Another approach centers on processing difficult memories and strong emotions related to trauma and grief, helping people make sense of painful experiences and find ways to move forward.

Choosing the right approach is a team effort. The therapist will listen to your goals, assess what’s most pressing, and recommend methods that fit your needs and preferences. Together you can try strategies and adjust them based on what feels most helpful.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect. Video calls let you talk face-to-face when you want deeper interaction. Phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited or you prefer not to be on camera. Live chat and text-based messaging are useful for brief check-ins, quick coping reminders, or shorter sessions that fit around a busy day. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care and to fit therapy into a real schedule.

05Questions people ask

What concerns does this therapist address?

She helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, and self-esteem struggles.

What is the therapy style like?

The approach is evidence-based and practical. Sessions focus on clear goals, coping skills, and understanding emotions.

What experience does the therapist have?

She has eight years of clinical experience working with adults on the listed concerns.

What credentials and location are listed?

The clinician holds MD and LCPC credentials and practices in Maryland.

Which languages are supported and are international clients accepted?

Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats are available?

Therapy is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging.

How does cost and billing work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with this therapist?

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