Jillian Bednarz(She/Her/Hers)

Jill Bednarz is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor located in Brooklyn, NY. Jill helps those who suffer from the negative impacts of anxiety and depression, especially those who have previously experienced trauma. Jill’s clients reach out to her when they’re feeling particularly unsure how to make healthy changes in their lives. They feel no motivation in their professional lives and personal lives, which can lead to relationship strain and conflict. Jill supports clients as they grow their self-confidence and explore the reasons why they feel held back. Jill also enjoys working with gender diverse clients and those in ethical non monogamous relationships, as her practice is inclusive for clients of all identities.

Jill’s approach to therapy is psychodynamic. She teaches clients how to analyze their thoughts, feelings, drives, dreams, and motivations. Clients learn how to turn their thoughts inward and curiously learn more about themselves. Jill often encourages clients to think back to how they were raised for clues about why they live the way they do now. Jill also teaches clients healthy communication skills, boosting their interpersonal connections. For clients who get stuck in ruminations or self-criticism, Jill uses elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) to teach them how to avoid cognitive distortions so they can think without assumption or judgment clouding their perspectives.

Jill earned a Master’s degree from Brooklyn College. She has over seven years of experience working in the mental health setting. She is passionate about making everyone feel welcome to her practice, and strives to provide culturally competent care based on mutual respect and empathy. She builds strong trust with her clients so they feel comfortable opening up to her and talking about their lives.