Jonathan Benko (He/him)

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Neuro-affirming narrative therapist with a subspecialty in ERP for OCD. I focus on what matters most to you and always seek your feedback.

Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Santa Cruz, CA

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Services
  • Individual
  • Couples
  • Adolescent/Teen

About My Clients

I want to understand the nuances of your story. Maybe you have doubts about seeking help, or last time you tried therapy it didn’t help. You are thinking about change now though, and I want to know why. What is important to you? Where do you see yourself when our work is done? I’d be honored to talk with you a few times as you continue trying new things and moving toward where you want to be.

What I Specialize In

Some of my focus areas include: support with burnout, healing from trauma, and affirming neurodivergent experience (ADHD/autism/bipolar/LD). I provide Rumination-Focused ERP for OCD, panic, or health anxiety. I often support service providers experiencing burnout, people suffering from bureaucratic or institutional oppression, and those healing from narcissistic abuse. I support couples to overcome problems and explore new understandings of relationship. And I may be a good fit for people with unique problems, prior negative experiences in therapy, or those who feel like their struggles are never fully articulated or addressed. I was ‘classically’ trained in Narrative Therapy, and I have 5 years experience training other clinicians in it. I am also trained in Exposure and Response Prevention for OCD, panic, and health anxiety, and I offer a modified approach to ERP that is nuanced and a bit more flexible.

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

I am suspicious of ideas that are taken for granted. Healing is a fairly magical process: whatever helps, helps. Therapy is collaborative and the relationship between therapist and client is very important. A person can get a lot out of just a handful of sessions with the right therapist fit. In addition to my private practice, I work for a nonprofit health clinic providing accessible and free therapy to the community. Healthcare is a human right.

I offer online counseling in the following states:
I have experience with the following
  • Buddhism
  • Judaism

At A Glance

  • Experience: 9 years of practice
  • Languages: English, Español
  • Rate: $165 - 220/session

Info

(831) 313-2060 Email Jonathan
555 Soquel Ave
Santa Cruz, CA 95060

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