Lyndia Benion, LMFT
- 40 years experience
- LMFT in Alabama
- Video phone chat messaging
About Lyndia Benion
Her work often centers on young adults, military veterans, couples, and clients from diverse cultural backgrounds. Lyndia brings particular depth in addressing issues such as guilt, shame, abandonment, and the long-term effects of traumatic experiences, and she helps clients develop healthier coping strategies for relationship and family problems.
Drawing on approaches that emphasize acceptance, practical problem solving, and collaborative engagement, Lyndia aims to understand each person's unique story and tailor interventions accordingly. She is experienced in helping clients manage parenting and blended family issues, addiction and impulsivity, infidelity and jealousy, and other complex concerns that affect daily functioning and relationships.
Lyndia creates an affirming, respectful environment where clients can explore painful feelings, rebuild trust in relationships, and pursue meaningful personal growth. Her goal is to walk alongside clients with empathy and professional insight as they work through some of life’s most challenging moments.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Lyndia Benion have?
Lyndia Benion has 40 years of experience.
Is Lyndia Benion a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LMFT credential, which indicates she is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. License details: AL LMFT 221.
In which languages does Lyndia Benion provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is Lyndia Benion located?
She is located in Alabama.
How can I work with Lyndia Benion as my therapist?
You can work with Lyndia Benion through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Lyndia Benion work with international clients?
No. Lyndia Benion does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Lyndia Benion cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Lyndia Benion
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients notice difficult thoughts and feelings without letting them dictate actions. It emphasizes identifying personal values and committing to small, practical steps that align with what matters most, which can be helpful for anxiety, depression, and life transitions.Client-Centered Therapy places the client's experience at the center of the work. Lyndia uses empathic listening and reflective responses to help clients clarify their goals, build self-compassion, and strengthen decision-making in relationships and family life.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and testing them through behavioral changes. This approach is practical for addressing stress, anxiety, addictive behaviors, and mood concerns by teaching concrete skills for coping and problem solving.
Finding the right blend of methods is part of the therapeutic process, and Lyndia collaborates with clients to determine which approaches best match their needs, goals, and preferences. Together they monitor progress and adjust the plan to keep therapy focused and effective.
Online therapy offers flexibility that fits busy lives - sessions by video call, brief phone consultations, live chat, or ongoing text-based messaging make it easier to access licensed professionals from home or work. These options support consistent contact, quicker check-ins between appointments, and choices that match different comfort levels and schedules.