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Cora Benedict, LMFT

Alaska LMFT supporting resilience and healing
  • Trauma informed care
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Parenting support

About Cora Benedict

Cora Benedict is an LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist) based in Alaska with 15 years of clinical experience supporting people through emotional and life challenges. She focuses on addressing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting concerns, eating and sleeping difficulties, anger, self-esteem, career issues, depression, and coping with life changes, while also providing coaching and support for compassion fatigue and ADHD.

Her practice expands to additional focus areas including abandonment, adoption and foster care, aging and geriatric concerns, caregiver stress, chronic pain and illness, co-morbidity, codependency, communication difficulties, substance-related challenges, family of origin issues, forgiveness, and feelings of guilt and shame. She also works with clients who are hearing impaired, living with HIV/AIDS, or navigating hospice and end-of-life issues.

Therapeutically she draws from client-centered methods and evidence-informed modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, and Internal Family Systems. Her approach emphasizes collaboration, empathy, and practical strategies to build resilience, strengthen communication, and foster sustainable personal growth.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseGriefParenting issues

Also Specializes In

Eating disordersSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepressionCoping 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 experience.

Is Cora Benedict a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist). License details: AK LMFT 188486.

In which languages does Cora Benedict provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Cora Benedict located?

She 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.

Could Remote Therapy Be a Good Fit?



Many people ask whether working with a therapist remotely can offer meaningful support. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and major life transitions, online therapy is often reported to deliver outcomes comparable to traditional in-person care, making it a practical option for many.

One major benefit is flexibility - individuals can connect in whatever way suits them best: video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. This range of options makes it easier to maintain consistency in care while fitting sessions into a busy schedule.

Licensed professionals and therapists deliver these services, and if someone feels a different therapeutic match would be better, switching therapists is typically an available option. For many people, remote therapy provides accessible, effective support that complements other forms of care.

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