Behnan Maxwell, LCSW
Counseling for individuals, couples and families in Westchester & New York City
Individual Counseling
In my practice, I treat adults and teens. The sessions are 45 minutes long. More frequent or back-to-back sessions could be arranged based on needs.
My clients are diverse in age, culture and gender, identity but they share common problems:
Anxiety
Depression
Career Struggles
Relational Problems
Addiction
Eating Disorders
Trauma
Grief
Loss Due To Immigration
Self-Esteem Issues
Couples Counseling
The couples I treat are interested in improving their communication skills and intimacy. Some couples are stressed due to major life transitions such as a separation, moving in together or having a baby. Others struggle to recover from a partner’s affair. The sessions are 50-60 minutes long.
Common issues among couples are:
Communication Difficulties
Intimacy Issues
Separation/Divorce
Recovering From an Affair
Becoming Parents
Premarital Counseling
Cohabitation
In our sessions, we will explore how you and your partner communicate and behave in your relationship. We will collaboratively review your relationship goals and desired changes to be implemented. I do not take sides. I am there for you as a couple. I will coach to have you communicate your thoughts and feelings to each other in a kind and respectful manner.
The goal is to have each partner to communicate his or her core need in a relationship so the other partner can meet this need. Couples who are skilled in communicating openly to each other experience greater intimacy.
Family Counseling
The family has been going through a difficult time and need help communicating effectively. The family may be stressed due to an illness of a loved. Family could be transitioning into a different dynamic due to divorce, separation or blended family structure. The sessions are 50 – 60 minutes long.
Family counseling often focuses on:
Chronic Illness of a Loved One
Divorce / Separation
Grief / Loss
Communication Breakdown
I will explore and observe your communication patterns and family structure. I will facilitate family members to discuss their thoughts and feelings openly in a safe environment. The goal is to have every member of the family to be heard and validated by other members. I will have you build and practice healthy communication and problem-solving skills among yourselves.
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