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Jonathan Benko
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW (he, him)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
555 Soquel Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
Let's Connect (831) 313-2060
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Neuro-affirming support with an emphasis on embodiment for burnout, C/PTSD, 'people pleasing', ADHD, autism, and bipolar. Rumination-Focused ERP for OCD or health anxiety. Brief or longer term therapy. With couples I focus on navigating conflict, reducing blame, and strengthening connection. I often support people facing systemic oppression and/or narcissistic abuse. Having lived experience as a neurodivergent person, I may be a good fit for people with unique problems, 'atypical' depression, prior negative experiences in therapy, or struggles that are difficult to fully articulate.
We will explore your experience in terms of what you want, and what wanting involves for you. We will reconsider ideas about how to live that have been taken for granted, thinking critically about social norms and pressures, and shining light on your efforts to take action and pursue what matters to you in spite of the problem you face.
Your values and feedback will deeply inform the process. I will maintain a consistent, yet flexible focus on your goals and your hopes. More than anything, I hope you will gain a sense of possibility from our conversations. Please note that my fee for OCD treatment (ERP) is $220. I also offer low-fee options for clients with limited ability to pay.
Call or Email Jonathan Benko now for a free 15 minute consultation - (831) 313-2060
Let's Connect (831) 313-2060
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $180
- Couple Sessions $200
- Pay by Cash, Mastercard, Visa
Insurance
- Out of Network
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (831) 313-2060
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Jonathan Benko
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / LCSW81650 Jonathan Benko
- In Practice for 9 Years
- Degree/Diploma from Brown University BA in Literary Arts / 2009
- Attended UC Berkeley , MSW, Graduated 2015
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Trauma and PTSD
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Autism
Expertise
- ADHD
- Adoption
- Anxiety
- Bipolar Disorder
- Child
- Codependency
- Depression
- Education and Learning Disabilities
- Life Transitions
- Marital and Premarital
- Men's Issues
- Neurodivergent-Neurotypical Relationship Stress
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Social oppression
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Transgender Allied
I also speak
Spanish
Religion
Jewish
Age
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Transgender Allied
I also speak
Spanish
Religion
Jewish
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
- Narrative
- Neurodiversity affirming
- Trauma Focused
Location
Nearby Areas
Call for a free consultation now - (831) 313-2060
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Jonathan Benko
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW