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Palmetto Mental Health Counseling / Kelly Benjamin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCMHC

Palmetto Mental Health Counseling / Kelly Benjamin

Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCMHC (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
2 Endorsed
Columbia, SC 29201
Let's Connect (803) 388-8901
Photo of Kelly Benjamin - Palmetto Mental Health Counseling / Kelly Benjamin, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCMHC
Life can feel overwhelming and you don't have to navigate it alone. If you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, or trauma, you may feel disconnected from yourself and others. I offer a compassionate, collaborative space where we work together to understand your experience and move toward healing. My approach is integrative and eclectic, grounded in evidence-based practices and tailored to you as a unique individual.
I draw from Internal Family Systems (IFS), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential, and person-centered approaches. Whether you’re feeling stuck in old patterns or navigating a recent crisis, we’ll explore your inner world at your pace, uncover the roots of your distress, and build practical tools to support emotional regulation and self-compassion.
My goal is to create a nonjudgmental, empowering space where all parts of you are welcome. Therapy isn’t one-size-fits-all—and neither are you. Let’s explore what healing looks like for you.
Take the first step to help. Call or Palmetto Mental Health Counseling / Kelly Benjamin now - (803) 388-8901

Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Palmetto Mental Health Counseling

Columbia, SC 29201

(803) 388-8901
I am available for immediate scheduling for video counseling sessions. Please email to request an appointment.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety and Stress 
$135 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (803) 388-8901
Photo of Kelly Benjamin - Palmetto Mental Health Counseling / Kelly Benjamin, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCMHC

Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Palmetto Mental Health Counseling

Columbia, SC 29201

(803) 388-8901
I am available for immediate scheduling for video counseling sessions. Please email to request an appointment.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety and Stress 
$135 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $135

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • CuraLinc EAP
  • First Sun EAP
  • Optum
  • Oscar Health
  • Quest Behavioral Health
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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Insurance verified prior to the first session. I am in-network for Aetna, Cigna, UHC, Blue Cross, and others. I am also able to provide a superbill for my out-of-network clients. Please reach out with any questions, I'm here to make therapy accessible and affordable.
Photo of Kelly Benjamin - Palmetto Mental Health Counseling / Kelly Benjamin, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCMHC
Palmetto Mental Health Counseling / Kelly Benjamin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCMHC
or call with questions - (803) 388-8901
"
Insurance verified prior to the first session. I am in-network for Aetna, Cigna, UHC, Blue Cross, and others. I am also able to provide a superbill for my out-of-network clients. Please reach out with any questions, I'm here to make therapy accessible and affordable.
Photo of Kelly Benjamin - Palmetto Mental Health Counseling / Kelly Benjamin, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCMHC
Palmetto Mental Health Counseling / Kelly Benjamin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCMHC
or call with questions - (803) 388-8901

Qualifications

    Licensed Professional Counselor: Kelly Benjamin

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of South Carolina / 7045 Kelly Benjamin
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 9 years
  • Attended South University, Graduated 2016
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from Albert Ellis Institute 2023
  • Certificate from NBCC NCC / CCMHC #832127 / 2016
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I have over ten years of experience helping adults utilize more effective coping strategies, navigate adjustments and crisis. I've earned certificates in EMDR, REBT, and trauma-informed therapies with intensive training in IFS, existential-humanistic integrative approaches & current LPC/S candidate.
Photo of Kelly Benjamin - Palmetto Mental Health Counseling / Kelly Benjamin, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCMHC
Palmetto Mental Health Counseling / Kelly Benjamin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCMHC
or call with questions - (803) 388-8901
"
I have over ten years of experience helping adults utilize more effective coping strategies, navigate adjustments and crisis. I've earned certificates in EMDR, REBT, and trauma-informed therapies with intensive training in IFS, existential-humanistic integrative approaches & current LPC/S candidate.
Photo of Kelly Benjamin - Palmetto Mental Health Counseling / Kelly Benjamin, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCMHC
Palmetto Mental Health Counseling / Kelly Benjamin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCMHC
or call with questions - (803) 388-8901

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Anxiety
  • Stress

Expertise

  • Adjustment
  • Anger Management
  • Bisexual
  • College/Academic Stress
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sexual Abuse
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I work with clients who may be struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or life transitions. For me, therapy is about establishing a relationship and connection with my clients. I work to collaborate with individuals to address life issues in a meaningful way.
Photo of Kelly Benjamin - Palmetto Mental Health Counseling / Kelly Benjamin, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCMHC
Palmetto Mental Health Counseling / Kelly Benjamin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCMHC
or call with questions - (803) 388-8901
"
I work with clients who may be struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or life transitions. For me, therapy is about establishing a relationship and connection with my clients. I work to collaborate with individuals to address life issues in a meaningful way.
Photo of Kelly Benjamin - Palmetto Mental Health Counseling / Kelly Benjamin, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCMHC
Palmetto Mental Health Counseling / Kelly Benjamin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCMHC
or call with questions - (803) 388-8901

2 Endorsements

Ansley Gasque-Carter
Ansley Gasque-Carter
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLISW-CPCS LACAADC
Kelly is warm and supportive. She provides a nonjudgemental atmosphere and a safe space to process the messiness of life. Kelly uses your own values to help you stay your path and go in the direction of your goals.

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Eclectic
  • Humanistic
  • Integrative
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Person-Centered
  • Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT)
  • Trauma Focused
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I take an integrative therapy approach utilizing existential, cognitive behavioral, and trauma informed practices.
Photo of Kelly Benjamin - Palmetto Mental Health Counseling / Kelly Benjamin, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCMHC
Palmetto Mental Health Counseling / Kelly Benjamin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCMHC
or call with questions - (803) 388-8901
"
I take an integrative therapy approach utilizing existential, cognitive behavioral, and trauma informed practices.
Photo of Kelly Benjamin - Palmetto Mental Health Counseling / Kelly Benjamin, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCMHC
Palmetto Mental Health Counseling / Kelly Benjamin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCMHC
or call with questions - (803) 388-8901

Location

Primary Location

Palmetto Mental Health Counseling

Columbia, SC 29201

(803) 388-8901
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I am available for immediate scheduling for video counseling sessions. Please email to request an appointment.
Photo of Kelly Benjamin - Palmetto Mental Health Counseling / Kelly Benjamin, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCMHC
Palmetto Mental Health Counseling / Kelly Benjamin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCMHC
Take the first step to help. Call now - (803) 388-8901
"
I am available for immediate scheduling for video counseling sessions. Please email to request an appointment.
Photo of Kelly Benjamin - Palmetto Mental Health Counseling / Kelly Benjamin, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCMHC
Palmetto Mental Health Counseling / Kelly Benjamin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCMHC
Take the first step to help. Call now - (803) 388-8901