Jill Benson, MD, LCSW-C

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Calm guidance for stress and relationship pain

Details

Name	Jill Benson
Credentials	MD, LCSW-C
Based in	Maryland
Licensed in	Maryland
Session format	Online
Languages	English
Years in practice	13

About Jill

Jill Benson is a Maryland-based therapist with 13 years of experience helping people through stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, trauma, grief, and anger. She aims to make sessions feel like a calm place to sort through painful feelings and find practical next steps. Parents reading on a phone will find short, direct conversations and clear guidance rather than long clinical explanations.

Her work emphasizes listening carefully to each person’s story. Jill uses Narrative Therapy to help people reframe difficult events and see possibilities for change.

Background and approach

She blends that with Client-Centered methods that follow the person’s lead, and mindfulness practices that teach simple ways to manage overwhelming emotions. Jill has particular experience supporting issues tied to aging, blended family concerns, chronic illness, grief, and complex relationship patterns. She also addresses abandonment wounds, communication problems, divorce and separation, domestic violence effects, and mood difficulties.

Sessions are practical and goal-oriented when needed. Jill can use Solution-Focused techniques to set small, achievable steps. She also uses Trauma-Focused ideas when people need careful pacing and attention to safety while processing painful memories.

People who choose Jill typically want a respectful, steady therapist who listens first and helps plan next steps. Her combined medical and social work background informs a balanced approach to emotional and life challenges.

What this therapist works with

Her listing names Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Trauma and abuse among the things Jill works with, alongside the areas below.

Approaches listed

Narrative Therapy: Named in her listing among her approaches.
Client-Centered Therapy: Listed by Jill among the ways she works.
Mindfulness Therapy: Listed by Jill among the ways she works.
Solution-Focused Therapy: Listed by Jill among the ways she works.
Trauma-Focused Therapy: Listed by Jill among the ways she works.
Training stated: This directory copies the approaches a therapist names and does not check training records. Ask Jill directly how much of the work is narrative and what a session usually looks like.

Narrative Therapy in this listing

Narrative Therapy appears in this therapist's own list of approaches. That tells you it is part of how she works. It does not tell you how much of a session it shapes, and this directory does not check or rate training.

If a narrative approach is what you are looking for, it is worth asking Jill directly how she uses it and what a session usually looks like.

Online session options

How narrative and client-centered work online

Jill uses Narrative Therapy to help people tell and reshape the stories that influence how they feel and act. This approach helps when past events keep repeating in daily life and someone wants new ways to move forward.

She pairs that with Client-Centered Therapy, which focuses on following the person's priorities and pace. Sessions are guided by what matters most to the client, and the therapist reflects back understanding to help clarify choices.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Jill will talk with each person about their goals, struggles, and preferences, and then try techniques that fit those needs. The plan can change over time based on what helps most.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation for deeper exploration, while phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or when someone prefers not to be on camera. Live chat and messaging are useful for brief check-ins, maintaining momentum between sessions, or when a written format feels clearer. These options aim to make therapy more flexible and easier to fit into a busy life.

Common questions about this listing

What issues does Jill commonly address?

She helps with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, grief, and anger. Additional focus areas include chronic illness, communication problems, blended family issues, and mood disorders.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Her style is collaborative and down-to-earth. She listens to each person's story, uses narrative approaches to reframe experiences, and offers practical steps for coping.

How much clinical experience does she have?

Jill brings 13 years of clinical experience working with adults on a range of emotional and life concerns. That experience informs a flexible approach to treatment planning.

What are her credentials and where is she located?

She holds an MD and is an LCSW-C, and she practices in Maryland. These credentials are listed exactly as provided.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can I work with her from another country?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

What formats are available for sessions?

Sessions can be conducted via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. Different formats can suit different needs like shorter check-ins or longer conversations.

How does billing and getting started work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability and uses a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

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