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Therapist in East Lansing, Michigan Samantha Benson, Therapist

Gender Identity: Female (She/Her)

Ages Served: 18-75+

Appointments: In-office and Online

Manages Medications: No, provides therapy only

Accepts Insurance: Yes - View accepted plans

Samantha Benson, Therapist

Samantha Benson, MSW, LMSW

Specializes In:

ADHD
Attention & focus
Grief & loss
Sexual trauma
Trauma & PTSD
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Samantha Benson LMSW-C, is an Alumna from the Michigan State University School of Clinical Social Work. Samantha has clinical experience in various medical and mental health settings and works primarily with adults who face challenges associated with Trauma, PTSD, Depression, Anxiety, Panic, ADHD, Life transitions, Grief and Loss.

Samantha has faith that each person has the strength and potential to grow, meet their goals, and regain control of their journey even when they face complex obstacles. She values a strength-based and person-centered approach to therapy utilizing EMDR, CBT, DBT, ACT, EFT, Solution Focused, and Narrative therapy techniques.

When away from the office, Samantha loves spending time in nature, painting, singing, swimming, meditating, and spending quality time with her loved ones.

Types of Care & Ages Served

Areas of Focus

Individual Therapy

Get help addressing challenges and improve well-being with a clinician's guidance.

  • ADHD
  • Attention & focus
  • Grief & loss
  • Sexual trauma
  • Trauma & PTSD
  • Ability status
  • Adoption & foster care
  • Anxiety
  • Attachment issues
  • Autism: generally independent
  • Body image
  • Brain/head injuries (TBI)
  • Bullying or harassment
  • Career & relationships (mid-life)
  • Career & work issues
  • Caregiving
  • Chronic pain-related issues
  • Conditions caused by stress
  • Dementia & memory issues
  • Depression/feeling down
  • Detachment/disconnection
  • Dissociative disorders
  • Domestic violence & abuse
  • Emotional abuse
  • Empty nesters
  • End-of-life challenges
  • Ethnic identity
  • Family conflict
  • First responder stress
  • General relationship issues
  • Immigration/cultural status
  • Intellectual challenges: generally independent
  • Learning challenges
  • Marital stress or divorce
  • Military & veteran
  • Other neurological conditions
  • Panic attacks
  • Parenthood
  • Parenting
  • Premarital counseling
  • Racial identity
  • Self-esteem
  • Social injustice
  • Social skills & communication
  • Stress from ongoing health issues
  • Stress management
  • Stroke-related conditions

Languages

  • English

Education

  • Michigan State University

FAQs

Please call us at 517-744-7388 to schedule an appointment with Samantha Benson.

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See what our patients are saying about Samantha Benson

I started seeing Samantha back in 2019. I can honestly say that she is truly an asset to LifeStance. I have learned Soo much about myself and she has been an excellent guide. I highly recommend her to anyone I know who is in search of help.
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Brian A.

Brian A.

Sep 11, 2024
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Samantha is a thoughtful, caring, and trustworthy therapist. I would recommend her to anyone soley based on her patience and understanding of me and all that I struggle with. A true gem!
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Emmy Z.

Emmy Z.

Jun 16, 2025
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Very good counsel, always on time. Works for me
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Nanci M.

Nanci M.

Mar 25, 2025
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Excellent experience
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Matthew Z.

Matthew Z.

Feb 14, 2025
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Excellent experience
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Matthew C.

Matthew C.

Feb 11, 2025
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Excellent experience
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