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Behnan Maxwell

Therapist
7 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues, Women's issues
  • Individual therapy, Family therapy

Great to meet you!

I am a psychotherapist, career changer, immigrant, wife and mother. I am originally from Turkey and have been in the US for over 20 years. I used to work in the Finance industry for years. I have done my share of self-reflection and made some major life changes.

My education and my personal life experiences make me good at what I do. I get my clients in a distinct way because I, myself, have been there and I know how to get out.

My approach to therapy

I am a non-judgmental, compassionate listener. I am mindful of not losing my objectivity to help you improve yourself and your environment to meet your needs. I am told that I am funny! I often use humor respectfully and responsibly in therapy. I believe laughter helps us cope with difficult situations and heal. If you look for a traditional, quiet therapist, I may not be a good fit for you. I am involved and invested in your self-growth.

What you can expect from me

I see the therapy process as collaborative teamwork when we solve problems together. I am not an expert on your life, but here to guide you to have a better handle on the stresses in your life.

About me

  • I identify as
    Other Racial or Ethnic Background, Woman
  • My style is
    Empowering, Warm, Humorous

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    7 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at Fordham University
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (New York, New Jersey)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Oscar, Oxford, United Healthcare

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues, Women's issues
  • More specialties
    Depression, Family issues, Stress management, Trauma, PTSD
  • Therapy methods
    Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS), Psychodynamic, Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Strength-Based, Psychoanalytic, Structural Family, Humanistic
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Family therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults
  • Languages
    English, Turkish
  • Locations
    157 East 86th Street 262
    New York, NY 10028
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