Mariah Benjamin(She/Her/Hers)
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Connecticut
Anxiety - Life transitions-Pregnancy, perinatal, postpartum mental health- Relationship issues-Self-esteem- Stress management-
Mariah Benjamin
(She/Her/Hers)
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Professional statement
My clients are often deeply thoughtful, ambitious individuals who quietly carry the weight of anxiety, overthinking, and people-pleasing. They hold themselves to impossibly high standards while neglecting their own emotional needs. Life may look “fine” on the outside, but internally, they feel disconnected, uncertain, or stuck in repetitive thought loops.
My work is grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and emphasizes cognitive restructuring, assertiveness training, and mindfulness-based techniques to defuse negative thoughts. I guide individuals to notice and interrupt anxious thinking, challenge perfectionism, and create boundaries that reflect their authentic values.
Clients can expect to develop insight and practical tools that bring calm, clarity, and balance. Our work together helps restore a sense of self-trust and ease, allowing you to show up more confidently—in your relationships, your work, and your own mind. I offer virtual-only therapy on Monday, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10am - 4pm.
Work and Education
Years of Experience: 6 years
University of Connecticut, Social Work, 2020
Licensure
Connecticut: 13333Languages
EnglishSpecialties
Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)
Life transitions - Coping with difficult or impactful life changes, such as moving to a new area, relationship transitions, child rearing, or career changes; learning self-care to better manage resulting stress
Pregnancy, perinatal, postpartum mental health - Addressing issues specific to women and families during the pregnancy and postpartum period, including postpartum depression and anxiety
Relationship issues - Understanding one’s wants and needs in relationships; exploring patterns of interaction, addressing concerns, and strengthening satisfaction in relationships and dating
Self-esteem - Cultivating self-compassion, assertiveness, and confidence; developing ways to reduce suffering, anxiety, social withdrawal, and self-neglect
Stress management - Strengthening effective ways of coping with the stress of life and change; managing expectations of self and others
General expertise
Treatment approaches
Clientele
- Adults (24+)
- Young adults (18-24)
Locations & Hours
Insurance
- Aetna
- Aetna Student Health Insurance
- Allied Benefit Systems
- Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Connecticut
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
- Carelon Behavioral Health
- Cigna
- EAP:Cigna
- HUSKY Health
- Medicaid CT
- Optum
- Oscar Health
- Oxford Health Plans
- UMR
- United Healthcare
- United Healthcare Student Health Plan
Out-of-pocket fees
- Individual sessions:$120 (60min)
Additional session information
Payment options
- Cash
- Credit Card
- Debit Card
- Venmo
Session frequency
Frequency of sessions this provider offers to see clients once you are an established client.
- Weekly
- Every other week
- Multiple times a week
- As needed
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