- Anxiety and depression
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and recovery
About Jean
Jean Bennett is a New York LMHC with eight years of clinical experience. She focuses on common early-adult pressures like anxiety, depression, relationship strain, and issues related to sexuality and identity. Her work also covers trauma, anger, and life transitions that often come up between ages 18 and 30.
Jean keeps sessions straightforward and conversational. She treats counseling as a discussion that leads to practical options. Clients can expect a relaxed, genuine presence and direct feedback rather than formal lecturing.
Her background includes work with people facing addiction, bipolar and mood disorders, panic attacks, and post-traumatic stress. She also supports those coping with caregiving strain, chronic illness, blended family tensions, and problems stemming from family of origin.
Jean uses methods that fit each person’s goals. She draws on client-centered techniques, cognitive behavioral strategies, emotionally focused ideas, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing. These approaches are used to address stress, self-esteem concerns, intimacy-related issues, and career questions.
Sessions are practical and goal-focused. Jean helps people name what matters, try new behaviors, and notice what works. She encourages short-term steps as well as ongoing work for deeper concerns.
People who prefer plain, no-nonsense conversation about real-life problems are likely to feel comfortable. She works in New York and conducts sessions in English. For details about formats and scheduling, follow the site’s process to view current online therapy options.
How Jean’s approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting so people feel understood and can clarify their own goals. It is useful for relationship questions, identity concerns, and deciding next steps. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and teaches practical skills for managing anxiety, panic, mood shifts, and stress. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) pays attention to emotional patterns in relationships and intimacy, helping people notice and shift interaction styles that cause conflict.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Jean will discuss options with the client and adapt methods based on goals, preferences, and what shows progress. The choice is collaborative and may change over time as needs shift.
Confirm the specific session formats she currently offers before booking. Once you know the format, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. They also let someone continue work through a life transition without rearranging major commitments. Licensed professionals, including Jean, work with clients to balance practical scheduling with the kinds of exercises and check-ins that best support progress.
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Experience
8+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with anxiety, depression, relationship problems, trauma, anger, and issues related to sexuality and identity.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her approach is conversational and direct. Sessions focus on discussing options and practical steps rather than technical jargon.
How much experience does she have?
She has eight years of professional experience as a clinician working with the listed concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is an LMHC licensed in New York and practices from that location.
Does she work in other languages or with international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. She is not accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
Confirm current session options before booking so you know which formats she is offering now.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
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