Jean Bennett , LMHC

Jean Bennett is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in New York (NY LMHC 013193) with 8 years of professional experience. She focuses on helping people navigate LGBTQIA+ related concerns, relationship challenges, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, and anger management.

She works to build an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be shared honestly. Her manner is laid back and genuine, which she uses to put people at ease while addressing difficult topics. Jean frames counseling as a collaborative discussion and a practical process of developing options and strategies to support meaningful change.

Jean emphasizes empowerment and practical support throughout the therapeutic journey. LMHC stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor - a credential indicating training and authorization to provide professional mental health and counseling services in New York. She partners with clients to identify goals, explore solutions, and create steps toward the changes they want to make.

Evidence-based approaches for online therapeutic support

Jean Bennett uses client-centered therapy to create a respectful, accepting space where an individual’s perspective guides the work. This approach emphasizes empathy and collaboration and is often helpful for building self-awareness, self-esteem, and emotional insight. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying patterns of thought and behavior and developing practical strategies to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress. It lends itself well to structured exercises and goal-focused work in online sessions. Emotionally-Focused Therapy targets emotional experiences and interaction patterns, particularly in relationships - it helps people better understand and shift how they relate to partners or family members.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Jean works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adapts strategies as progress is made.

Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, making it possible to schedule support around work, caregiving, and other commitments. These options expand access to licensed professionals and allow therapy to continue when in-person visits are not feasible, while still focusing on effective, goal-oriented work.