Jean Bennett , LMHC

Jean Bennett is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in New York with 8 years of professional experience. As an LMHC she is trained to assess and treat a wide range of emotional and behavioral concerns. Her practice addresses relationship challenges, LGBT-related issues, trauma and abuse, anxiety, depression, anger management, addictions, intimacy-related problems, and self-esteem difficulties, along with life and career transitions and mood disorders such as bipolar disorder.

She also works with blended family issues, caregiver stress, chronic pain and illness, family of origin and family problems, first responder concerns, infidelity, panic disorder and panic attacks, post-traumatic stress, prejudice and discrimination, sexual assault and abuse, sexuality questions, and social anxiety and phobia. Jean blends clinical work with coaching and gives attention to compassion fatigue among helping professionals.

Jean brings a laid-back, genuine approach to counseling and aims to create an open space for people to share thoughts and feelings without judgment. She frames counseling as a collaborative conversation that builds practical options and steps for change, supporting and empowering individuals as they set goals, try new strategies, and navigate life’s challenges. Services are provided in English and she is licensed to practice in New York as an LMHC.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Jean Bennett integrates Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) into her online practice. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathic listening and following the client's lead - it helps people feel heard and supports work on self-esteem, life transitions, and personal growth. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors - it is practical for anxiety, depression, stress, and patterns that keep difficulties in place. EFT centers on emotions and attachment - it helps individuals and couples uncover underlying feelings and strengthen important relationships.

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

Online sessions are available by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and communication styles. These options make it easier to connect with licensed professionals, maintain continuity during busy periods, and choose the format that feels most comfortable for each person.