Jennifer Cota
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
New York
Trauma-Mood disorders-Anxiety-Life transitions-
Jennifer Cota
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Professional statement
Jennifer Cota is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Brooklyn, NY who specializes in anxiety, mood disorders, life transitions, and trauma, including a history of sexual trauma and/or childhood abuse. She has experience working with adults across the lifespan, including college students.
Jennifer utilizes a number of different treatment modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), mindfulness practices, and Psychodynamic Therapy. Jennifer lets her clients lead the sessions and develops a treatment plan that takes into account their needs and goals. She also educates her clients on why they are feeling the way they do and helps reduce the shame and guilt associated with it.
Jennifer offers a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients can share as much or as little as they are comfortable with. She is there to listen and support her clients on their journey towards healing. Outside of private practice, Jennifer works at The Bridge Community Clinic. Her office is located just steps from the Borough Hall subway station in Brooklyn Heights.
Work and Education
The Bridge Community Clinic
Montefiore Outpatient Substance Use Clinic
Mt. Sinai Day Treatment Program, Intern
Hunter College, MSEd, 2014
Villanova University, BA, 2006
Languages
EnglishSpecialties
Trauma - Coping and healing after threatening or scary events, such as witnessing accidents or experiencing sexual, verbal, emotional, or physical abuse
Mood disorders - Depression, dysthymia (mild depression), bipolar disorder, hormone-related mood issues, i.e. Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) and postpartum depression, adjustment disorder with depression
Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)
Life transitions - Coping with difficult or impactful life changes, such as moving to a new area, relationship transitions, child rearing, or career changes; learning self-care to better manage resulting stress
General expertise
Treatment approaches
Clientele
- Adults (24+)
- Young adults (18-24)
Locations & Hours
Insurance
Jennifer Cota is not in-network with any insurances.
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Out-of-pocket fees
- Individual sessions:$100 (50min)
- Sliding scale:$75 - $100
- Initial session:$100 (50min)
Additional session information
Out-of-network billing options
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Client testimonials
"Jennifer was lovely and very helpful."
- Zencare client • August 2020"Jennifer was very clear and understanding of my situation and in what I was looking for in a therapist. She explained her schedule and what the initial session would be like. It was very pleasant hearing from her, and I look forward in seeing if we’re a good match!"
- Zencare client • December 2019