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Jillian Bednarz(She/Her/Hers)

(She/Her/Hers)
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
New York
Anxiety - Depression- Life transitions- Relationship issues-Assertiveness-Conflict resolution-

Many health insurance plans reimburse 50-80% of session fees with out-of-network therapists. Learn if your plan qualifies.

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Professional statement

Jill Bednarz is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, servicing Patients in Connecticut and New York. 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.


Message to clients

I'm so excited you're here! I love supporting people and helping them learn tools to feel better in their day-to-day and continue growing. Zencare will help us set up an initial phone consultation where we can chat a little bit (about fifteen minutes) about what's going on with you, and see if we would be a good fit for an intake session together. Once we schedule that first intake session, you'll receive all of the paperwork to complete (don't worry, it won't take more than fifteen to twenty minutes, tops), we'll meet over Zoom and chat. The first part of most sessions is a check-in time to see how you've been through the week, note progress, and identify what you'd like to work on for that week. I'll be there with you as a warm support to help you process your emotions and help you understand yourself better. Please bare with me in the initial phone consultation as I'm managing multiple calendars in different platforms. At times this may mean the exact time you booked has already been taken by an existing Patient, but I feel confident that we can make something work. I can't wait to see what we might do together!


Work and Education

Years of Experience: 9 years

Private Practice Owner, Mental Health Counselor, 2020 - Present
Group Practice, Contracted Mental Health Counselor, 2018 - 2020
PROS Program, Recovery Specialist, 2016 - 2018

CUNY Brooklyn College, Master of Arts in Mental Health Counseling, 2016
Fitchburg State University, Bachelor of Science in Psychological Science, 2013

Licensure

New York: 008968

Languages

English

Specialties

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Depression - Providing support and promoting healing of hopelessness, low motivation and energy, sadness, irritability, sleep disturbance, and loss of interest and pleasure in life

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

Relationship issues - Understanding one’s wants and needs in relationships; exploring patterns of interaction, addressing concerns, and strengthening satisfaction in relationships and dating

Assertiveness - Empowering oneself to prioritize one’s needs above others, especially when it comes to mental health; practicing how to set and maintain boundaries; exploring why it can be difficult to stand up for oneself in certain situations

Conflict resolution - Learning how to effectively and compassionately communicate in the face of conflict, whether at work or in personal life




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Couples
  • Parents
  • Young adults (18-24)

Locations & Hours


Insurance

  • Aetna
  • All Savers Insurance Company
  • Allied Benefit Systems
  • Harvard Pilgrim
  • Meritain Health
  • New School Student Insurance (United Healthcare Student Resources)
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Optum
  • Oscar Health
  • Oxford Health Plans
  • UMR
  • United Healthcare
  • United Healthcare Shared Services
  • United Healthcare Student Health Plan

Out-of-pocket fees

Get reimbursed for sessions with Jillian Bednarz

Many health insurance plans reimburse 50-80% of session fees with out-of-network therapists. Learn if your health insurance plan qualifies.

  • Individual sessions:$200 (45min)
  • Sliding scale:$140 - $200

Additional session information

Out-of-network billing options

This provider can support you in getting reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network reimbursement. Here are the out-of-network billing options they provide:

  • Super billing
  • Direct billing
Payment options
  • Credit Card
  • Debit Card
Session frequency

Frequency of sessions this provider offers to see clients once you are an established client.

  • Weekly

Client testimonials

"Great!"
- Zencare client July 2024

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