Dionne Benjamin, MD, LCPC

Dionne Benjamin is a licensed therapist practicing in Maryland with eight years of experience supporting people through depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and struggles with self-esteem. She centers her work on creating a compassionate, affirming environment that respects each person’s identity and lived experience, offering particular cultural sensitivity for LGBTQ+ individuals and those seeking a progressive counseling setting.

Dionne uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to collaborate with clients on personalized strategies for healing and growth. She emphasizes practical tools to build resilience and increase self-understanding while attending to the unique context of each person’s life. Her approach balances empathy and respect with clear, goal-oriented planning to help clients move toward the changes they envision.

Dionne holds an MD, which is a Doctor of Medicine degree, and an LCPC, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor credential, reflecting her clinical training and professional licensure. She approaches each therapeutic relationship with genuine care and a belief in clients’ capacity for positive change.

Evidence-Based Approaches and Flexible Online Care

Dionne Benjamin draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on trauma-informed care and skills-based coping. Trauma-informed work emphasizes understanding how past harm affects current feelings and behaviors and supports processing difficult experiences in a paced, respectful way - this approach is often used for survivors of abuse and people managing trauma-related symptoms. Skills-based coping strategies teach concrete tools for managing stress, anxiety, low mood, and self-esteem challenges, helping clients build resilience and better day-to-day functioning.

Choosing the right therapeutic approach is part of the collaborative process. Dionne works with each client to explore goals, strengths, and preferences, then adapts interventions to fit those needs so treatment feels practical and personally relevant.

Online therapy with Dionne is available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexible options to fit different schedules and communication styles. These formats make consistent care more accessible for clients balancing work, family, or mobility concerns while enabling regular contact and progress over time with licensed professionals and therapists.