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Maribel Benavides

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, IMH-E

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Available both in-person and online
Ave Maria Ave Maria, FL 34142
In my years of clinical experience in maternal and child health care, I have been able to support families to enjoy motherhood, parenting, and well-balanced lives by assisting them navigate through and overcome challenges caused by emotional issues, unhealthy habits, relationship stress, life transitions, and/or parenting difficulties that compromise the development of children. If you can relate, you no longer need to feel confused, overwhelmed, and unsupported. I can help you nurture your emotional well-being, reduce triggers, and overcome daily challenges to lead a healthy life and build a strong foundation for your children.
Emotional problems, such as depression, anxiety, and stress are common in all stages of life; fortunately, with the right support and approaches like Strength Based, CBT, and IPT, I can help you change unhelpful thinking, face worries/fears, learn coping skill, develop a greater sense of confidence, and improve your functioning and interaction with others.
I invite you to give yourself the opportunity to talk about difficult issues and feelings, learn coping, acceptance, and self-love techniques, discover enjoyment, and delight in moments of connection while balancing meeting your needs and those of your loved ones. You have the power to feel better and thrive and I can help you discover it.
Call or Maribel Benavides now for a free 15 minute consultation - (239) 688-3645

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Ave Maria

Ave Maria, FL 34142 map

(239) 688-3645
My website
Available for telehealth appointments.
I specialize in Early Childhood and Social-Emotional Development, Maternal and Child Health Care and Parenting 
$140 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and families  
Let's Connect (239) 688-3645
Photo of Maribel Benavides, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, IMH-E

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Ave Maria

Ave Maria, FL 34142 map

(239) 688-3645
My website
Available for telehealth appointments.
I specialize in Early Childhood and Social-Emotional Development, Maternal and Child Health Care and Parenting 
$140 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $140
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Discover, Mastercard, Paypal, Visa, Zelle

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Oscar Health
  • Oxford
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Out of Network
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Maribel Benavides
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, IMH-E
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (239) 688-3645
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Maribel Benavides
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, IMH-E
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (239) 688-3645

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Florida / SW16356 Maribel Benavides
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 16 years
  • Attended Florida International University, MSW, Graduated 2009
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from MDM Counseling and Mediation Services 2021
  • Certificate from Florida Infant Mental Health Endorsement (FIMH-E) 2021
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My passion is family wellness so I have worked with victims of abuse, in family courts, as a perinatal counselor and in child mental health.
Photo of Maribel Benavides, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, IMH-E
Maribel Benavides
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, IMH-E
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (239) 688-3645
"
My passion is family wellness so I have worked with victims of abuse, in family courts, as a perinatal counselor and in child mental health.
Photo of Maribel Benavides, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, IMH-E
Maribel Benavides
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, IMH-E
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (239) 688-3645

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Early Childhood and Social-Emotional Development
  • Maternal and Child Health Care
  • Parenting

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Anxiety
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Child
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Domestic Abuse
  • Grief
  • Life Transitions
  • Oppositional Defiance (ODD)
  • Peer Relationships
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
  • Women's Issues
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Maribel Benavides
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, IMH-E
Do these issues align with your needs? or (239) 688-3645
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Maribel Benavides
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, IMH-E
Do these issues align with your needs? or (239) 688-3645

Endorsement

Jeribeth Solis Perez
Jeribeth Solis Perez
CounselorLMHCIMH-E®NCCEMDR
I would like to recommend Maribel, a LCSW whose expertise and dedication has made an impact in the lives of her clients. She has the ability to create an environment where she is able to connect and guide clients towards their goals.

Client Focus

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Family

Communities

Single Parent

Ethnicity

Hispanic and Latino

I also speak

Spanish

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Family

Communities

Single Parent

Ethnicity

Hispanic and Latino

I also speak

Spanish

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Interpersonal
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centered
  • Strength-Based
Photo of Maribel Benavides, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, IMH-E
Maribel Benavides
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, IMH-E
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (239) 688-3645
Photo of Maribel Benavides, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, IMH-E
Maribel Benavides
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, IMH-E
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (239) 688-3645

Location

Primary Location

Ave Maria

Ave Maria, FL 34142

(239) 688-3645
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Available for telehealth appointments.
Photo of Maribel Benavides, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, IMH-E
Maribel Benavides
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, IMH-E
Call for a free consultation now - (239) 688-3645
"
Available for telehealth appointments.
Photo of Maribel Benavides, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, IMH-E
Maribel Benavides
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, IMH-E
Call for a free consultation now - (239) 688-3645