Brooklyn
Photo of Jess Benston, Art Therapist, LCAT, ATR-BC, ATCS
Jess Benston
Art Therapist, LCAT, ATR-BC, ATCS
Email Me
(929) 556-2874 Call Me
(929) 556-2874 Call Me
or
Email Me
Photo of Jess Benston, Art Therapist, LCAT, ATR-BC, ATCS

Jess Benston

Art Therapist, LCAT, ATR-BC, ATCS (she, they)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
3 Endorsed
117 9th Street, Suite 257, Brooklyn, NY 11215
Call Me
Available both in-person and online
117 9th Street Suite 257 Brooklyn, NY 11215
My website
Let's Connect (929) 556-2874
Photo of Jess Benston, Art Therapist, LCAT, ATR-BC, ATCS
This is the right time to explore what is keeping you anxious, exhausted, disconnected, or quietly wondering, is this it? You're craving more than survival mode. You want space to breathe, feel, and remember who you are without needing to fix everything overnight.
Therapy with me is part honest conversation, part creative exploration, and part gentle mischief. I work with kids, teens, and adults facing anxiety, crisis, burnout, and identity questions. Using play, art therapy and Gestalt therapy, I’ll help you reconnect with your spark, your fluidity, and the parts of you that keep fighting for connection and change.
No perfect words needed. No big epiphany required. Just show up as you are, even confused, curious, or worn out. Caring for yourself is part of the work we do together because self-care fuels our ability to stand strong and keep showing up for justice. Email me to book a free consult. I’m here to support you and keep you accountable to yourself.
Call or Jess Benston now for a free 15 minute consultation - (929) 556-2874

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

117 9th Street

Suite 257

Brooklyn, NY 11215 map

 (929) 556-2874

Brooklyn, NY 11201

My website
I offer in-person sessions at my Gowanus Brooklyn studio/office, with day or evening openings currently available. No art experience needed!
I specialize in Anxiety, LGBTQ+ and Life Transitions 
$225 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (929) 556-2874
Photo of Jess Benston, Art Therapist, LCAT, ATR-BC, ATCS

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

117 9th Street

Suite 257

Brooklyn, NY 11215 map

 (929) 556-2874

Brooklyn, NY 11201

My website
I offer in-person sessions at my Gowanus Brooklyn studio/office, with day or evening openings currently available. No art experience needed!
I specialize in Anxiety, LGBTQ+ and Life Transitions 
$225 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $225
  • Couple Sessions $275
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Mastercard, Venmo, Visa, Zelle
"
I offer private pay sessions and can provide a superbill for out-of-network clients to help with reimbursement from your insurance company. Please reach out with any questions, as I am happy to work with you to make in-person studio-based gestalt art therapy financially feasible.
Photo of Jess Benston, Art Therapist, LCAT, ATR-BC, ATCS
Jess Benston
Art Therapist, LCAT, ATR-BC, ATCS
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (929) 556-2874
"
I offer private pay sessions and can provide a superbill for out-of-network clients to help with reimbursement from your insurance company. Please reach out with any questions, as I am happy to work with you to make in-person studio-based gestalt art therapy financially feasible.
Photo of Jess Benston, Art Therapist, LCAT, ATR-BC, ATCS
Jess Benston
Art Therapist, LCAT, ATR-BC, ATCS
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (929) 556-2874

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New York / 001494 Jessica Benston

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 18 years
  • Attended School of Visual Arts, Graduate Art Therapy Program, Masters of Professional Studies, Graduated 2010

    • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from Gestalt Associates for Psychotherapy / 2026
  • Certificate from LGBTQ Institute for Family Therapy 2019
"
I'm a Certified Gestalt Therapist and NYS-licensed art therapist with over 17 years of clinical experience working with kids, teens, and adults in various community settings. I completed a year-long LGBTQIA family therapy training to support families navigating nuances of identity and sexuality.
Photo of Jess Benston, Art Therapist, LCAT, ATR-BC, ATCS
Jess Benston
Art Therapist, LCAT, ATR-BC, ATCS
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (929) 556-2874
"
I'm a Certified Gestalt Therapist and NYS-licensed art therapist with over 17 years of clinical experience working with kids, teens, and adults in various community settings. I completed a year-long LGBTQIA family therapy training to support families navigating nuances of identity and sexuality.
Photo of Jess Benston, Art Therapist, LCAT, ATR-BC, ATCS
Jess Benston
Art Therapist, LCAT, ATR-BC, ATCS
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (929) 556-2874

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions

Expertise

  • Body Image
  • Caregivers
  • Child
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Domestic Violence
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Infidelity
  • Mood Disorders
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Sex-Positive & Kink Friendly
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Stress
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Transgender
  • Trauma and PTSD
"
In our first sessions, we'll collaboratively explore what's bringing you in to therapy. Whether it's a longing for big change or the need for a small, vital shift, I'll pay close attention to your strengths, your rhythm, and your story. We'll use the tools that feel right to you whether that is talk, art, writing, movement, or some combination to kindle your spark.
Photo of Jess Benston, Art Therapist, LCAT, ATR-BC, ATCS
Jess Benston
Art Therapist, LCAT, ATR-BC, ATCS
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (929) 556-2874
"
In our first sessions, we'll collaboratively explore what's bringing you in to therapy. Whether it's a longing for big change or the need for a small, vital shift, I'll pay close attention to your strengths, your rhythm, and your story. We'll use the tools that feel right to you whether that is talk, art, writing, movement, or some combination to kindle your spark.
Photo of Jess Benston, Art Therapist, LCAT, ATR-BC, ATCS
Jess Benston
Art Therapist, LCAT, ATR-BC, ATCS
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (929) 556-2874

3 Endorsements

Mary Rom
Mary Rom
Counselor, LMHC
Jess creates a welcoming, dynamic space where clients feel safe to go deep, explore their emotions, and play when needed. Jess's balance of depth and lightness fosters authentic growth, healing, and self-discovery in a supportive environment.
Dana Fair
Dana Fair
Art Therapist, LCAT, SEP, LCSW
Jess is a highly experienced and gifted art therapist. She cares deeply about this work and is especially skilled at supporting clients in tapping into their creativity to heal. I strongly recommend her especially for LGBTQIA and neurodiverse people.
Ilana Maria Price
Ilana Maria Price
Art Therapist, LCAT, ATR-BC, CLAT
Jess is a highly experienced and creative therapist. I have had the opportunity to be supervised and learn from Jess. Their patience, humor, care, and whit have been instrumental in both my learning and growth as well as the growth of their clients.

Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10) , 
Preteen , 
Teen , 
Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
HIV / AIDS Allied , 
Intersex Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Sex Worker Allied , 
Transgender Allied

Age

Children (6 to 10) , 
Preteen , 
Teen , 
Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
HIV / AIDS Allied , 
Intersex Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Sex Worker Allied , 
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Art Therapy
  • Experiential Therapy
  • Expressive Arts
  • Gestalt
  • Humanistic
  • Integrative
  • Psychoanalytic
  • Psychodynamic
"
Change is possible and creative expression can help you move through pain, uncover insight, and feel more alive. If you're looking for a space where all parts of you are welcome, I would be honored to work with you. I value honesty and "messiness" as part of the therapeutic process and will support you in engaging these parts of yourself as sources of growth and movement.
Photo of Jess Benston, Art Therapist, LCAT, ATR-BC, ATCS
Jess Benston
Art Therapist, LCAT, ATR-BC, ATCS
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (929) 556-2874
"
Change is possible and creative expression can help you move through pain, uncover insight, and feel more alive. If you're looking for a space where all parts of you are welcome, I would be honored to work with you. I value honesty and "messiness" as part of the therapeutic process and will support you in engaging these parts of yourself as sources of growth and movement.
Photo of Jess Benston, Art Therapist, LCAT, ATR-BC, ATCS
Jess Benston
Art Therapist, LCAT, ATR-BC, ATCS
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (929) 556-2874

Location

Primary Location

117 9th Street

Suite 257

Brooklyn, NY 11215

(929) 556-2874

Email Me

My website

Additional Location

Brooklyn, NY 11201

(929) 556-2874

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Zips

Neighborhoods

"
I offer in-person sessions at my Gowanus Brooklyn studio/office, with day or evening openings currently available. No art experience needed!
Photo of Jess Benston, Art Therapist, LCAT, ATR-BC, ATCS
Jess Benston
Art Therapist, LCAT, ATR-BC, ATCS
Call for a free consultation now - (929) 556-2874
"
I offer in-person sessions at my Gowanus Brooklyn studio/office, with day or evening openings currently available. No art experience needed!
Photo of Jess Benston, Art Therapist, LCAT, ATR-BC, ATCS
Jess Benston
Art Therapist, LCAT, ATR-BC, ATCS
Call for a free consultation now - (929) 556-2874