MEET Benine !

My name is Benine Mudymba and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Massachusetts specializing in the treatment of immigrants, adolescents, and young adults. I received both my Bachelors of Science in Sociology and Masters in Social Work from Salem State University. I have 8 years of experience within the social work field ranging from working with adolescents in the juvenile justice system to working with families involved with child protective services. I am also trained and experienced in working with victims of Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children (CSEC). I believe that therapy is not just for when things are going wrong, but is an opportunity to explore and understand yourself on a deeper level. Our experiences shape our thoughts, behaviors and overall outlook on life, and most times we need a safe space and accountability to realize this. As a therapist of color, from an African country, I understand the challenges many people of color, especially immigrants may face when met with the effects of unaddressed past traumatic experiences. My goal as a psychotherapist is to provide you with the opportunity to become more self aware, heal and develop effective tools to help you thrive as your true self. My passion is to change the narrative of mental health within immigrant communities, in order to facilitate healing and an improved overall well being.