McKenna Lee Benson

LPC Associate, MA, NCC (she, her)

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4 Endorsed

2219 Sawdust Road, Suite 1001, The Woodlands, TX 77380

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Before you read on, take a moment to breathe. Inhale slowly, breathing in through your nose, filling your chest with air. Notice your chest rise, expanding until it feels tight. Now hold that breath; hold it for just a few beats… And release. Release all that air in one long slow breath out through your mouth. Notice your shoulders droop and your mind clear, ever so slightly. This might the first full breath you’ve taken in a long time. And it’s no wonder why: life can overwhelm us with so much worry, anger, doubt, shame, and sadness that we feel breathless.

It's time to breathe easier. Explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors within the safety of a therapeutic relationship characterized by warmth, authenticity, and unconditional acceptance.

From a humanistic foundation and with an emphasis on experiential methods, I help children, tweens, teens, and adults grow through their experiences and discover new ways of being. Contact the office to speak with a Joyful Hearts receptionist or email me directly to schedule your first session.

Take the first step to help. Call or Email McKenna Lee Benson now - (832) 702-8918

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Joyful Hearts Play Therapy & Counseling Center

2219 Sawdust Road

Suite 1001

The Woodlands, TX 77380

(832) 702-8918

I offer sessions in-office on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays. Contact me or reception for current openings.

I specialize in Anxiety, Child and Disordered Eating

$100 Per Session

I see individuals and groups

Let's Connect (832) 702-8918

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Joyful Hearts Play Therapy & Counseling Center

2219 Sawdust Road

Suite 1001

The Woodlands, TX 77380

(832) 702-8918

I offer sessions in-office on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays. Contact me or reception for current openings.

I specialize in Anxiety, Child and Disordered Eating

$100 Per Session

I see individuals and groups

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $100
Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Pay by American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

Out of Network

While I am an out-of-network provider, I am happy to provide superbills that you can submit to your insurance company for potential reimbursement. For more information about your out-of-network mental health benefits, contact your insurance's customer service department.

Email me or call with questions - (832) 702-8918

McKenna Lee Benson

LPC Associate, MA, NCC

Email me or call with questions - (832) 702-8918

McKenna Lee Benson

LPC Associate, MA, NCC

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of Texas / 92751 Supervised by Jennifer J. Cain (Texas / 18778) McKenna Lee Benson
Membership with Texas Counseling Association 115464
Certificate from National Board of Certified Counselors 1727945
Attended Sam Houston State University, MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Graduated 2023

As a recent masters-level graduate, I possess the most current counseling knowledge and skills delivered from a fresh perspective that allows me to connect easily with children and adolescents.

Email me or call with questions - (832) 702-8918

McKenna Lee Benson

LPC Associate, MA, NCC

As a recent masters-level graduate, I possess the most current counseling knowledge and skills delivered from a fresh perspective that allows me to connect easily with children and adolescents.

Email me or call with questions - (832) 702-8918

McKenna Lee Benson

LPC Associate, MA, NCC

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Anxiety
Child
Disordered Eating

Expertise

ADHD
Adoption
Autism
Behavioral Issues
Body Positivity
Cancer
Coping Skills
Depression
Eating Disorders
Emotional Disturbance
Grief
LGBTQ+
Life Transitions
Mood Disorders
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
Parenting
Peer Relationships
Personality Disorders
Relationship Issues
Self Esteem
Stress
Substance Use
Trauma and PTSD
Women's Issues

In our initial session, we will discuss what brings you or your child to therapy, the changes you want to see, and how we can recognize those changes as you or child undergo through our work together. Checking in regularly on your or your child's progress allows us to collaborate in creating an effective, individualized approach.

Email me or call with questions - (832) 702-8918

McKenna Lee Benson

LPC Associate, MA, NCC

Email me or call with questions - (832) 702-8918

McKenna Lee Benson

LPC Associate, MA, NCC

4 Endorsements

Angela Pidala

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, PMH-C, RPT™

McKenna is such a warm and empathetic therapist. She genuinely cares deeply for the well-being of her clients. She's great with young children and pre-teens using expressive arts or designated activities to support her clients towards their therapy goals!

Ashleigh Mullican

Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, LPC-A, NCC

McKenna provides excellent play therapy to her young clients. She has a natural ability to connect with clients of all ages. She is warm, inviting, curious, and supportive!

Keira Tademy

Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, NCC, LPC-A

McKenna is a kind, patient, and competent clinician. She brings warmth and empathy to each one of her clients, encouraging them to keep trying! McKenna is dedicated to providing a safe and genuine space to feel seen and heard.

Cheryl Simcox

Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, NCC

McKenna is passionate about creating a safe and inviting atmosphere when working with clients of all ages. Her creativity and insight encourage clients to explore and express their feelings. McKenna makes a difference in her clients' healing journeys.

Client Focus

Age

Toddler ,

Children (6 to 10) ,

Preteen ,

Adults

Participants

Individuals ,

Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Single Mother ,

Transgender Allied

Age

Toddler ,

Children (6 to 10) ,

Preteen ,

Adults

Participants

Individuals ,

Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Single Mother ,

Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Culturally Sensitive
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
Eclectic
Existential
Experiential Therapy
Expressive Arts
Humanistic
Person-Centered
Play Therapy
Sandplay
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Somatic
Trauma Focused

I believe in a prescriptive approach that takes into consideration your values, goals, strengths. We will collaborate to create and implement empirically based, realistic, actionable interventions that work for you.

Email me or call with questions - (832) 702-8918

McKenna Lee Benson

LPC Associate, MA, NCC

Email me or call with questions - (832) 702-8918

McKenna Lee Benson

LPC Associate, MA, NCC

Location

Primary Location

Joyful Hearts Play Therapy & Counseling Center

2219 Sawdust Road

Suite 1001

The Woodlands, TX 77380

(832) 702-8918

Email me

My website

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Zips

I offer sessions in-office on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays. Contact me or reception for current openings.

Take the first step to help. Call now - (832) 702-8918

McKenna Lee Benson

LPC Associate, MA, NCC

I offer sessions in-office on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays. Contact me or reception for current openings.

Take the first step to help. Call now - (832) 702-8918

McKenna Lee Benson

LPC Associate, MA, NCC