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Tessa Benefield

Counseling Tessa Benefield
Telehealth Telehealth
Specializes in: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Adjustment Disorder, Borderline Personality,
In network with Aetna, BlueCross and BlueShield, Optum

Introduction

Hello there! My name is Tessa, and I am so glad you're here. I've been in the "helping profession" for about 10 years now, having graduated with a B.S. in Sociology, with a concentration in Social Work in 2016, and then obtaining my M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in 2019. I began working as a Crisis Response Counselor post-grad, then dabbled in school-based therapy for awhile, and after getting fully licensed in 2023 I began working at Tennessee Tech University in the Center for Counseling and Mental Health Wellness. I have worked with all individuals ranging from ages 10-45, and I have experience in helping individuals manage depression, anxiety, borderline personality disorder, social anxiety, trauma, and relationship issues. I want therapy to be a space for you to feel safe and explore how you are really doing. Sometimes the worst place you can be is in your own head, so we might as well make it a nice place to be.

Highlights

  • Accepting new clients
  • Available on nights & weekends
  • Offers free consultation
  • Telehealth appointments
  • Accepts insurance

Specialties

Additional focus areas

Treatment Approaches

Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals

Age groups

  • Young Adults (18-24)
  • Adults (24+)

Languages

  • English

Payment options Free intro call available

Pay with insurance

Tessa Benefield accepts these insurance providers. What you pay depends on your plan.
  • Aetna
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Optum

Pay out-of-pocket

  • Fee Description $0

Locations

Video Office

FAQ

Is Tessa Benefield accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Tessa Benefield is currently accepting new clients but has not enabled online booking.
Does Tessa Benefield offer telehealth appointments? Tessa Benefield does offer telehealth appointments.
What areas does Tessa Benefield specialize in? Tessa Benefield specializes in the following areas: Adjustment Disorder, Anxiety, Borderline Personality, College Mental Health, Depression, Grief, Mindfulness, Mood Disorders, Relationship Issues, Self Esteem, Sex Therapy, Stress, and Trauma.
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