Cora Benedict, LMFT

Alaska LMFT specializing in stress and trauma recovery

Stress and anxiety
Trauma-informed care
CBT and DBT

About Cora Benedict

Cora Benedict is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in Alaska with 15 years of clinical experience. She works with adults facing a wide range of emotional and life challenges, including stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting concerns, eating and sleeping difficulties, anger, low self-esteem, career issues, depression, and coping with life changes. Her work also addresses compassion fatigue, ADHD, and related concerns that often accompany chronic health or caregiving roles.

Cora’s style is collaborative and trauma-informed, creating a compassionate space where clients can explore difficult feelings and build practical skills for daily life. She emphasizes self-compassion, improved communication, and gradual personal growth while supporting clients through transitions such as bereavement, caregiving stress, and shifts in identity or role.

Drawing on client-centered principles alongside evidence-based methods, Cora helps people strengthen resilience, identify their strengths, and develop strategies that fit their routines and values. Her approach aims to guide clients toward meaningful, sustainable change while honoring each person’s unique story and pace of healing.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety Trauma and abuse GriefParenting issues

Also Specializes In

Eating disordersSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepression Coping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHearing impairedHIV / AIDSHospice and end-of-life counselingLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSmoking / vaping cessationSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Cora Benedict have?

Cora Benedict has 15 years of professional experience working with individuals across a range of concerns.

Is Cora Benedict a licensed therapist?

Yes. Cora Benedict holds the LMFT credential. She is licensed in Alaska as AK LMFT 188486. LMFT stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, a credential for therapists trained to work with individuals, couples, and families.

In which languages does Cora Benedict provide therapy?

Cora Benedict provides therapy in English.

Where is Cora Benedict located?

Cora Benedict is located in Alaska.

How can I work with Cora Benedict as my therapist?

You can work with Cora Benedict through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Cora Benedict work with international clients?

Cora Benedict does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Cora Benedict cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Cora Benedict integrates client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) into her online practice to meet different needs. Client-centered therapy emphasizes listening and empathy, helping people explore their values and goals while feeling accepted and understood. CBT focuses on identifying thought patterns and behaviors that contribute to stress, anxiety, or low mood, and teaching practical skills to shift those patterns. DBT offers tools for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be especially helpful for managing intense emotions and improving relationships.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is collaborative; Cora works with each client to choose or combine methods based on the person’s goals, preferences, and the challenges they bring. She adapts her approach over time as needs change, ensuring treatment stays relevant and practical.

Online therapy formats such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging provide flexibility for busy schedules, fluctuating energy levels, and geographic constraints. These options allow licensed professionals to deliver consistent care, teach skills in real time, and support clients between sessions, making therapy more accessible for those balancing work, family, and health demands.

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