Charlene Benefiel

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes, and have years of experience, in working with individuals who have experienced trauma and helping those individuals heal. I am also experienced in working with relationships, including couples therapy and navigating divorces, parenting, and/or custody. I have experience working with a wide variety of backgrounds, complex diagnoses, and ages. I use evidence-based interventions and techniques in my sessions to produce the best results possible. I enjoy helping individuals in their journey of healing in order to help them reach their fullest potential. I take a Person-Centered approach and concentrate on strength based, positive psychotherapy, with a foundation in Trauma Informed Care. I offer mental health services virtually.

Charlene obtained her undergraduate degree in Social Science with a minor in Psychology from Waynesburg University, graduating Magna Cum Laude. She also attended Waynesburg University for her graduate studies and graduated with a M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with honors. After graduating, she began her career in a community mental health setting, where she thrived, before going into private practice.

My main modality is person centered therapy. I like to use CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing in sessions, along with utilizing art therapy, experiential learning activities, or games with clients.

Clients can expect to have a session with a therapist that gives unconditional positive regard and who is nonjudgmental. Be who you really are.