People seeking improvement or understanding in their lives can almost always benefit from talking things through. Whether you want to explore childhood issues, heal from trauma, deal with work stress, address anxiety and depression symptoms, or something else, I can help you accomplish your goals. Do you feel un-help-able? Having spent ten years in community mental health, I have worked with people from all walks of life, with all different needs, and feel comfortable talking with most people about most things. I often work with people experiencing trauma symptoms, or mood-related issues like depression and anxiety. We will explore the areas of your life causing the most stress or difficulties and together, develop a roadmap for your healing journey. Using your own strengths, I will help you find your way to your goals. I hope to cultivate a safe, open space to examine whatever aspect(s) of your life you seek clarity and/or change. Talking about trauma, stress, relationships, or other unhappy circumstances is difficult, and I do my best to make it easy and comfortable. If you have been looking for someone to help you navigate life, please don't hesitate to message or call! Please note: my professional calendars do not sync properly and if you schedule yourself, I may have to contact you to reschedule.

What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?

Clients frequently report feeling a big sense of relief after an intake - it helps just to get everything out and on the table. I conduct biopsychosocial assessments where I ask a bunch of questions about all different aspects of life, so that I can get a good idea of who you are. After that, treatment is largely guided by your individual wants/needs as the client.

Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.

I truly enjoy working with all sorts of different folks, but a big reason I got into doing therapy was to provide understanding care to the - my - LGBTQ+ community. I had to do a lot of educating when seeking care in high school and college, and it was frustrating b/c it took time away from what I wanted to talk about. I think this type of experience is happening less and less (thank goodness!), but there's still plenty to being queer and/or trans that is stressful, and I am here to listen and help any way I can.

Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.

I've been a generalist for my whole career so I am comfortable with most folks; I feel fine talking with most people about most topics. I have particularly good rapport/success with neurodivergent people, queer and trans folks, and women who have experienced trauma.

About Kasey Benthin-Staley