Jen is super knowledgable, lively, and down to earth. a therapeutic triple threat! she is a great listener and is a very empathetic human. no inauthenticity here! she has been my therapist for the past 7 months and i always feel better after a session. thanks Jen!! :-)
Jennifer Ricci, LMHC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Jennifer is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.7 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Jennifer. View 23 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in New York
Recent reviews
Excellent counselor and person too
More about Jennifer
- 18 years' experience
- Female
- LMHC
"I will look for the flowers by the side of the road; I will laugh and love and be strong. I will try to lighten another’s load this day as I fare along". --MARY S. EDGAR
Hello! Welcome to BetterHelp! My name is Jen and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC, #004782) and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP). I have over 18 years of experience providing both mental health and addictions therapy to individuals, couples, families, and groups. My Master’s degree is in Community Mental Health Counseling, Addictions Counseling, and Marriage and Family Therapy (2009), and I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Family Studies (2006). I have worked in multiple settings, including shelters, community mental health centers, schools, and private practices. Since becoming a counselor, clients, such as yourself, have come to me for a lot of different things, including depression, anxiety, trauma (particularly in the areas of childhood abuse, domestic violence, religious trauma, and first responder and military trauma), family and social relationships, self-esteem, and substance abuse.
My therapeutic approach is mainly from family systems theory, which summed up says “we are not islands”. We are influenced by the world, or the “systems” around us starting from birth (and even before). These systems influence how we see the world and how we make decisions. When things happen to us (good or bad), our system shapes how it affects us and what our reaction turns out to be. I also “borrow” concepts from other theories, such as taking unhealthy beliefs about oneself and changing them into healthier patterns to reduce negative feelings, providing supports, a quick solutions-focused treatment (when it fits the goal), mindfulness and hands-on activities, and emotions regulation techniques. I am also EMDRIA-trained in EMDR, specialized for telehealth, and will provide EMDR treatment to clients found to be appropriate and motivated.
I see counseling as a didactic relationship, or in other words, a journey we take together. You are the “expert” of you. Your individualized counseling experience should be focused on what you want and your goals. My job is to help “guide” or “lead” you in achieving those goals, while you continue to actively participate and do your best to reach your goals. I will support you as you do so. It’s like we build a house together. I am responsible for the frame and structure of the house; while you get to fill the rest of it in, make it look the way you want it to, and in the end, turn it into the home you want it to look like.
Starting counseling can produce negative feelings, such as worry or fear; but part of the journey we go on is to work on processing those feelings together right from the start. I want to provide a safe environment for you that is warm, respectful, trauma-informed, and meets your individual needs. I look forward to meeting you should I get to do that. Thank you for taking the time to look at my page!
Specialties
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse
Intimacy-related issues
Eating disorders
Self esteem
Stress
Anxiety
Addictions
LGBT
Family conflicts
Grief
Depression
Coping with life changes
Compassion fatigue
Abandonment
Antisocial personality
Attachment issues
Avoidant personality
Body image
Co-morbidity
Codependency
Commitment issues
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Dependent personality
Dissociation
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Drug and alcohol addiction
Eating and food-related issues
Family of origin issues
Fertility issues
First responder issues
Gender dysphoria
Guilt and shame
Infidelity
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Multicultural concerns
Narcissism
Personality disorders
Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
Post-traumatic stress
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Self-love
Sexual assault and abuse
Sexuality
Women's issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Jennifer Ricci's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1568698819.
- LMHC · New York · 004782 · Expires June 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.
Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.
Reviews for Jennifer Ricci
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Jen is super knowledgable, lively, and down to earth. a therapeutic triple threat! she is a great listener and is a very empathetic human. no inauthenticity here! she has been my therapist for the past 7 months and i always feel better after a session. thanks Jen!! :-)
Excellent counselor and person too
Outstanding counselor!
Jennifer is knowledgable, caring, and highly emotionally intelligent. She's one of the best therapists I've worked with, and I'm grateful for her specialized expertise in EMDR!
Excellent counselor
Jennifer is very knowledgeable, personable, and insightful in dealing with my panic and anxiety. She has been incredibly helpful in moving me forward and providing tools that I can use when struggling. I highly recommend her!
Jennifer is outstanding counselor!
She has been the only counselor to understand my needs and help me find solutions to my problems
I truly am blessed and greatful for Jenn, I use to see when years ago, she was so good and her advice stuck that I researched her and found her here. She listens and is amazing
I started therapy with Jen because I needed EMDR treatment. It's been a rough and emotional EMDR journey, and Jen has been so empathetic, supportive and professional. I feel confident and safe that I'm in very good hands. Thank you Jen!!! And I look forward continuous healing and triumphing with Jen's guidance!
Jennifer is great. She listens to my rants even when they sound like run on sentences.
She’s amazing. Makes it easy to open up to her and she gives you lots of feedback/advice to guide you
ili have pnly had 1 session with Jennifer but I liked her and could continue talking with her
Jennifer is so understanding and easy to talk to that I forget she is a counselor.
Jennifer is very knowledgeable and easy to talk to. I was so nervous to start counseling but I’m so happy that I did .. it’s important to have someone on the outside of your circle to talk to !
I alleviate that Jennifer is a believer and able to invoice this in therapy.
Jennifer is incredible! I have never been able to have someone that understands me and my goals as much as her. She knows I want to get down to work and work through my trauma and that's exactly what we do. Our conversations are always something I look forward to! She doesn't solve my problems for me, but she does give me tools that I can use to help things not seem so overwhelming. She listens, has compassion and never makes me feel like anything I say is like bad or crazy, so I feel very comfortable talking to her about everything. She really is the best counselor I've ever had. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!
Wonderful
Jennifer is a wonderful, compassionate, smart counselor, and I'm so glad she was my first betterhelp experience. She always makes me feel comfortable, is non-judgmental, and gives excellent advice.
Great to work with!
Jennifer has helped me immensely. She's kind, considerate of my feelings and gives great advice!
I'm typically quite adverse to talk therapy. Was brought to BetterHelp kicking and screaming. After only the one conversation did the necessity of her expertise dawn on me and I knew I was in good hands. She's polite, professional and knowledgeable. No stigmatizing. I'm not sure how much more glowingly I can say I'm 100% on team Jen!
Jennifer is wonderful!! Highly recommend
Frequently asked questions
Does Jennifer Ricci offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Jennifer Ricci works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Jennifer Ricci speak?
Jennifer Ricci speaks English.
How many years of experience does Jennifer Ricci have?
Jennifer Ricci has 18 years of experience.
Where is Jennifer Ricci licensed to practice?
Jennifer Ricci is licensed to practice in New York.
Does Jennifer Ricci accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Jennifer Ricci does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Jennifer Ricci offer?
Jennifer Ricci offers clients Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Jennifer Ricci?
Jennifer Ricci can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Jennifer Ricci?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.