Jenny Banks
Counselor, LMHC, MEd, EdS (they, them)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
5 Endorsed
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1810 Northwest 6th Street Suite B Gainesville, FL 32609
Let's Connect (352) 758-4860
You deserve a therapist who gets you. Someone who won’t blink when you talk about your OCD spirals, your queer joy (or grief), your trauma, or your kink identity. Whether you’re exploring gender euphoria, ethical non-monogamy, or just trying to feel more grounded—I'm here to walk with you, not ahead of you.
I’m a queer-, kink-, and poly-affirming therapist who believes in therapy that’s real and collaborative. I particularly enjoy working with those healing from relational and religious trauma and OCD. You don’t have to tone yourself down here- bring your full self, nerdy hyper-fixations included.
My approach combines narrative, sensorimotor psychotherapy, ERP, and EMDR, blending top-down (cognition) and bottom-up (somatic and nervous system) approaches. That means we might explore the stories that shaped you and gently work with how trauma shows up in your body. Many of my clients are self-aware—but still feel stuck. That's where our work begins.
Therapy with me is a space where all parts of you are welcome. The messy parts, the brave parts, the nerdy parts. We’ll move at your pace, with authenticity, compassion, and probably a little humor, too.
If you're looking for a therapist who’s affirming, authentic, and down-to-earth—I’d be honored to join you on your quest.
Call or Email Jenny Banks now for a free 15 minute consultation - (352) 758-4860
Let's Connect (352) 758-4860
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $140
- Couple Sessions $160
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Jenny Banks
Counselor, LMHC, MEd, EdS
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (352) 758-4860
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Florida / MH25755 Jenny Banks
- In Practice for 5 years
- Attended University of Florida, MEd EdS, Graduated 2022
- Membership with THEN (Trans Health Education Network) 2024
- Membership with American Counseling Association 6595924 / 2021
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Jenny Banks
Counselor, LMHC, MEd, EdS
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (352) 758-4860
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- LGBTQ+
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Trauma and PTSD
Expertise
- Anxiety
- Bisexual
- Body Image
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Emotional Disturbance
- Infidelity
- Lesbian
- Life Transitions
- Mood Disorders
- Peer Relationships
- Polyamory & ENM
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Sex Therapy
- Sex-Positive & Kink Friendly
- Stress
- Suicidal Ideation
- Transgender
- Women's Issues
Jenny Banks
Counselor, LMHC, MEd, EdS
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (352) 758-4860
5 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- EMDR
- Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
- Feminist
- Narrative
- Person-Centered
- Sensorimotor Psychotherapy
- Somatic
Jenny Banks
Counselor, LMHC, MEd, EdS
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (352) 758-4860
Location
Primary Location
Storycraft Counseling
1810 Northwest 6th Street
Suite B
Gainesville, FL 32609
(352) 758-4860Email Me