At a glance
- Credentials
- LMHC
- License
- LMHC, New York / 013193
- NPI
- 1437855293
- Experience
- 8 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- New York
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
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- Motivational approach
- Laid back style
- Goal focused
About Jean
Jean Bennett is a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) practicing in New York. She brings eight years of experience helping people work through anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship concerns, and issues related to LGBT identity. Her manner is described as laid back and genuine, which many people find calming when they first reach out.
Jean focuses on creating an open space where clients can speak without judgment. Sessions are conversational and practical. She emphasizes building options and small steps that lead to change instead of complicated processes.
Her approach blends several well-known methods. Jean uses Motivational Interviewing to help people find their own reasons for change. She draws on Client-Centered Therapy to keep the dialogue respectful and focused on the client's goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy tools are used when helpful to identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors.
Jean works with concerns such as stress, addictions, intimacy-related issues, self-esteem, career questions, bipolar and mood disorders, panic, and post-traumatic stress. She also supports people facing caregiver strain, blended family challenges, chronic illness or pain, prejudice and discrimination, and first responder stress.
Sessions aim to be collaborative and straightforward. Jean helps people set realistic goals, try out new strategies, and review what works. To start, prospective clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule based on therapist availability.
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How Jean's approaches fit online therapy
Jean uses Motivational Interviewing to help people clarify their goals and find internal reasons to make changes. That approach focuses on asking questions, reflecting back what a person says, and supporting their own motivation for moving forward. Client-Centered Therapy is another main influence and keeps the work focused on the client's perspective, with the therapist providing empathy and validation rather than direction. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) provides concrete tools for spotting and changing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, which can be practiced between sessions.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the process. Jean works collaboratively to figure out which methods match a client's needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts techniques as the relationship develops and checks in about what is or isn't working.
Session formats are not specified in the profile, so confirm available options before booking. Many people find online work helpful because it can fit into busy schedules, reduce travel time, and make follow-up easier. It also allows for shorter check-ins when needed and for using worksheets or mindfulness exercises between meetings to support progress. -
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsIntimacy-related issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoachingCompassion fatigueAdditional focus areas
Blended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesInfidelityMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesYoung adult issuesTherapeutic approaches
Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapySomatic TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyExperience
8+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Jean address?
She helps with anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy issues, stress, anger, addictions, self-esteem, and career concerns among other topics.
What is Jean's therapy style like?
Her style is laid back and genuine. Sessions are conversational and focused on building practical options for change.
How much experience does she have?
Jean has eight years of professional experience working with a range of mental health and life concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds an LMHC credential and practices in New York.
Which languages are supported and can international clients work together?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified in the profile.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with Jean?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.
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