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EMDR Therapist.

I have been working with in different capacities as a counselor for the past 23 years. In addition to my general psychotherapy practice, I specialize in male self-esteem, self-actualization, and helping men build and maintain attraction and intimacy with women. The foundation for male self-esteem begins in childhood and sets the foundation for men to share themselves in relationships, feel successful, as well as being a meaningful part of their children's lives. For men feeling successful in their relationships is part of getting to a confident place in their lives. Likewise feeling confident in their lives is a vital component of having a happy, healthy relationship. I work with men who have had experiences that make intimacy difficult, including childhood abuse and negative experiences in their adult relationships, as well as other issues impeding healthy, happy relationships. I also specialize in ADDADHD, depression, anxiety, and posttraumatic stress.

As clinical psychologists we understand that your life can be complex. There are various demands and expectations at different life stages that can be impacted by situational and mental health struggles. It's important to be mindful of the interaction between those demands and your stage of life. For example, you may be an adult feeling overwhelmed with anxiety worrying about aging parents while managing your spouse and children's needs. your needs in this scenario would be different than an anxious adolescent trying to cope with school, friendship, and family demands. We recognize and respect that people have individual needs throughout the lifespan and we want to work closely and collaboratively with you to ensure that you reach your goals to a richer and more satisfying life.

Still Mind Therapist founder Jess Benedetto offers trauma-informed individual therapy, relationship counseling, and wellness coaching focused on how our unmet needs, misunderstood minds, and past experiences contribute to personal, relational, and physical challenges. We believe that when you have a safe, judgment-free space to cultivate a deep awareness of how and why unhealthy patterns developed, you can begin to rebuild trust in yourself and others and move toward healing and meaningful change. Still Mind is a place where your needs, goals, and vision lead the therapeutic process, and where the path to healing looks different for every person and relationship. Still Mind is an LGBTQIA+ and neurodiversity affirming practice. Some of our special interests include trauma, relationships, families and parenting, women's issues including PMDD and perimenopause, non-traditional and LGBTQIA+ relationships, neurodiversity, ADHD, health and wellness, and behavior change. Our services for individuals, couples and other relationships, and families include therapy, wellness coaching, movement-based therapy, trauma-informed yoga, half-day customized private intensives, and therapeutic retreats. Therapy doesn't have to look like any one thing. Let's figure out YOUR thing and get started.

I work to provide a safe environment for clients to explore feelings. I provide feedback and direction as appropriate. My approach is candid and direct. I Often use humor to bring things into perspective. I have been a psychotherapist for over 30 years. I strive to create a safe place for you to explore and successfully address the challenges you bring to therapy. I specialize in treating trauma (chronic or recent). I am a certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTPII). Trauma is not necessarily a specific event; it can be the environment you breathe(d). I also work with depression, anxiety, hopelessness, grief, life transitions among other issues. I have extensive experience in the field of trauma and energy psychology, I have found energy psychology techniques to be very effective in helping clients move through troubling issues, intrusive thoughts, flashbacks and emotional triggers. Many clients don't understand why they react the way they do. This is often when someone has been triggered: feelings of the past have been triggered by a current situation outside the clients' awareness. I've worked with a wide variety of clients and have substantial experience providing support to people from many backgrounds with a wide variety of concerns. I can help you be the person you want to be by helping you to see what's in your way. I find energy work invaluable to processing issues, but relationship building is where it starts. I use cognitive techniques to help clients learn how their thinking affects their feelings and decisions. I look to family of origin relationships (Object Relations) to help clients understand what is being repeated in their current relationships and how to move beyond that. I use trauma-specific interventions (Psych-K, Neuro-Emotional Technique, TNT, Theta healing, and Heartspeak) to help clients move quickly through their distress. These techniques are also used to help clients change their behavior and beliefs about themselves. I use all of the above to help people find themselves, their value and worth as well as their life's purpose.

I’m a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) and an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist (CST), couple, family systems, and relationship therapist, specializing in sexual health and and relationships, helping clients achieve pleasure, play, passion, fun, life satisfaction, happiness, and healing through self-growth and connection with significant others, primary partners and family members. I’m passionate about helping clients achieve satisfying intimacy, healthy sexuality, and enjoyable family relationships for optimal health including sexual health, relational health, mental health, and well-being. I utilize a mix of narrative therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness (MBCT), evidenced-based practices, and more. With twenty-two years of experience in helping clients with relationships, sexual health, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, trauma, parenting, problems related to substance use, illnesses, disabilities, aging, and more, I’m eager to meet you and help you reach your goals. My professional and real-world experience in the arts and in business for more than forty years has given me a broad, unique range of experience, earning a reputation for being highly effective, affable, and able to set clients at ease. I currently provide Telehealth and video-conferencing services only. The outcomes are equally as successful as in-person visits. I chose to become a specialist in sexual health, couples, and family work when I noticed a great need for satisfaction in relationships. Sex and Couples Therapy addresses a myriad of problems including relational anxiety, individual anxiety, depression, differences in desire levels or desire discrepancy, parenting styles, “sex addiction” or out-of-control sexual behavior, infidelity, disability, illness, sexual orientation, gender identity, traumatic experiences, substance use, and more, as well as problems related to privilege and equity in relationships. The core of my work is rooted in the idea that to be human is to be sexual and to achieve truly satisfying relationships that endure over time takes desire, empathy, effort, and intention. Please feel free to check my reviews at www.healthgrades.com, or by clicking the link for my website. You can hear my podcast, "Sex and Couples Therapy with the Happy Ending Therapist,” anywhere you listen to podcasts, such as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean, Samsung, Audible and more.

Are you feeling anxious, depressed, stuck in self-defeating behaviors, or in bad relationships? Is life difficult and overwhelming? You are not alone. Having the courage to reach out and ask for help is a major achievement. As your therapist, I am here to provide warmth, humor, compassion, and a non-judgmental space that can help you feel valued and accepted. My focus is to help you find your unique strengths and skills to make positive changes. Together we can work through the obstacles that are impeding you from having a more fulfilling life. Together we work toward uncovering your innate strengths, self-esteem, and resilience. My approach is integrative, tailoring different therapies designed to move past your internal barriers, helping you feel stronger, and in control of your life. Building a strong therapeutic relationship is essential to making these changes happen.

I practice dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) in the addiction and mental health field. I believe in a holistic approach in mind, body, and spirit.

What would it be like to be able to look inside yourself and value what you find there? Our starting point for all we hope for in life is our connection with ourselves, and this truth is at the heart of how I offer support, guidance, growth, and deeply desired change to clients.

I have specialized in working with couples for over 30 years. I try to actively identify personal and relational strengths, such as trust, affection, commitment, respect, flexibility and repair, among others, in order to utilize and promote them to help couples reach their goals in treatment. I begin couples work with a focused couples evaluation designed to determine whether treatment is indicated and to quickly identify key problems, strengths and promising directions for treatment. I am a participating provide with Blue Cross Blue Shield, the Pioneer Health Network and Medicare and accept other insurances that offer their clients out-of-network coverage. More information on my philosophy and approach is available on my website.

You can bring anything to the table, and I will accept you as you are. I will listen and provide a warm, supportive, and caring approach to therapy. My goal is to provide therapy that is suited to your needs. My therapeutic approach is client-centered, sensitive, kind, and direct. I am experienced at providing therapy to individuals, couples, and groups. I also cover anxiety, dual diagnosis, substance use, and depression. I consider myself creative and can connect with many diverse populations and age groups in psychotherapy. To make an appointment, please contact me at the number above. In addition to individual therapy, I am also facilitating a coping skills group via Zoom for anxiety and depression. If you are interested in joining this group, please feel free to inquire about it during your consultation.

I walk into this profession every day because I believe everyone deserves to feel empowered and in control of their lives. Whether you're struggling with anxiety that keeps you from reaching your full potential, or relationship issues causing friction at home, I can help. My approach is collaborative and direct. We'll work together to understand the root of your anxieties, unpack unhelpful thought patterns, and develop coping mechanisms that truly work for you. For relationship struggles, I can guide you and your partner in fostering healthier communication, building trust, and navigating conflict resolution in a productive way. But therapy isn't just about fixing problems. It's about self-discovery. I'll help you identify your strengths, build confidence, and challenge the inner critic that whispers doubts. Together, we can work on replacing feelings of inadequacy and insecurity with self-compassion and a healthy sense of self-worth. You don't have to strive for perfection – let's focus on progress and celebrate your unique journey.