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Counselor, LMHC, CDC

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Available both in-person and online
1873 Western Avenue Suite 203 Albany, NY 12203
Kelly’s therapeutic approach is rooted in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), emphasizing mindfulness, personal values, and committed action. He thoughtfully integrates cognitive-behavioral strategies to help clients identify and reframe unhelpful belief systems. Kelly views therapy as a collaborative process, working alongside clients to enhance self-awareness, expand perspectives, reduce distressing symptoms, and build emotional resilience—all with the goal of creating a more meaningful and fulfilling life.
Between stimulus and response, there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our freedom. -Viktor E. Frankl-
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My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

1873 Western Avenue

Suite 203

Albany, NY 12203 map

(518) 975-2438
I specialize in Anxiety, Coping Skills and Substance Use 
$175 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (518) 975-2438
Photo of Kelly M Benjamin, Counselor, LMHC, CDC

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

1873 Western Avenue

Suite 203

Albany, NY 12203 map

(518) 975-2438
I specialize in Anxiety, Coping Skills and Substance Use 
$175 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $175
  • Couple Sessions $200
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • BlueShield of Northeastern New York
  • CDPHP
  • Fidelis
  • MVP Health Care
  • Out of Network
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Kelly M Benjamin
Counselor, LMHC, CDC
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (518) 975-2438
Photo of Kelly M Benjamin, Counselor, LMHC, CDC
Kelly M Benjamin
Counselor, LMHC, CDC
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (518) 975-2438

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New York / 012688 Kelly M Benjamin
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 6 years
  • Attended University at Albany, MS Mental Health Counseling , Graduated 2020
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Kelly M Benjamin
Counselor, LMHC, CDC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (518) 975-2438
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Kelly M Benjamin
Counselor, LMHC, CDC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (518) 975-2438

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Coping Skills
  • Substance Use

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • Alcohol Use
  • Depression
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Family Conflict
  • Gambling
  • LGBTQ+
  • Men's Issues
  • Sports Performance
  • Veterans
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Kelly M Benjamin
Counselor, LMHC, CDC
Do these issues align with your needs? or (518) 975-2438
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Kelly M Benjamin
Counselor, LMHC, CDC
Do these issues align with your needs? or (518) 975-2438

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Humanistic
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centered
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Kelly M Benjamin
Counselor, LMHC, CDC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (518) 975-2438
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Kelly M Benjamin
Counselor, LMHC, CDC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (518) 975-2438

Location

Primary Location

1873 Western Avenue

Suite 203

Albany, NY 12203

(518) 975-2438

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Zips

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Kelly M Benjamin
Counselor, LMHC, CDC
Call for a free consultation now - (518) 975-2438
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Kelly M Benjamin
Counselor, LMHC, CDC
Call for a free consultation now - (518) 975-2438