I aim to create a warm and nurturing environment where clients feel supported as they navigate challenges such as anxiety, self-esteem struggles, trauma, and life transitions. My approach is deeply rooted in evidence-based practices, primarily CBT and DBT, and I prioritize tailoring treatment to each client’s unique needs through collaboration and feedback. I believe in the power of self-expression and often encourage clients to uncover their strengths and insights through creative outlets and reflective practices. Creativity is a cornerstone of my work—I often incorporate art-based techniques to help clients explore their emotions, foster healing, and develop new coping skills.
Cultural sensitivity is central to my practice, and I strive to honor the diverse identities and backgrounds of my clients. I understand how cultural experiences shape emotional well-being, and I aim to provide a space where everyone feels respected, valued, and heard.
Grounded in self-compassion and mindfulness, I help clients build resilience and self-awareness, empowering them to achieve their personal goals. Whether you’re working through life stressors, rebuilding confidence, or processing past trauma, I am here to walk alongside you. I work with children, adolescents, adults, and families, offering individualized care to support your journey toward growth, connection, and fulfillment. Together, we can tackle life’s challenges and move toward a brighter, more meaningful future.
I aim to create a warm and nurturing environment where clients feel supported as they navigate challenges such as anxiety, self-esteem struggles, trauma, and life transitions. My approach is deeply rooted in evidence-based practices, primarily CBT and DBT, and I prioritize tailoring treatment to each client’s unique needs through collaboration and feedback. I believe in the power of self-expression and often encourage clients to uncover their strengths and insights through creative outlets and reflective practices. Creativity is a cornerstone of my work—I often incorporate art-based techniques to help clients explore their emotions, foster healing, and develop new coping skills.
Cultural sensitivity is central to my practice, and I strive to honor the diverse identities and backgrounds of my clients. I understand how cultural experiences shape emotional well-being, and I aim to provide a space where everyone feels respected, valued, and heard.
Grounded in self-compassion and mindfulness, I help clients build resilience and self-awareness, empowering them to achieve their personal goals. Whether you’re working through life stressors, rebuilding confidence, or processing past trauma, I am here to walk alongside you. I work with children, adolescents, adults, and families, offering individualized care to support your journey toward growth, connection, and fulfillment. Together, we can tackle life’s challenges and move toward a brighter, more meaningful future.
“Every action is like a vote for the kind of person you want to be.”
- Parker J. Palmer
Dr. Phoenix is a compassionate and dedicated clinical psychologist. She has a dynamic professional background and a commitment to helping others thrive. Dr. Phoenix earned her Bachelor’s degree from the University at Albany, where she contributed to research on marital relationships, forensic assessments, cannabis expectancies, and goal-setting motivation. She later completed her Master’s and Doctoral degrees in School and Community Psychology at Hofstra University.
Dr. Phoenix has gained extensive experience across diverse settings, including forensic psychology, family mediation, college counseling, school psychology, and services for individuals with disabilities. These varied experiences have shaped her holistic approach to therapy and deepened her commitment to empowering clients. Her passion lies in helping individuals build self-advocacy skills and confidence through personalized, evidence-based interventions. Dr. Phoenix is known for creating a supportive and collaborative environment, fostering growth, self-discovery, and meaningful change.
“ I’ve been working with Jessica for nearly a year and am very grateful for our sessions, especially with the pandemic. She is a great listener and very down to earth. She remembers a lot of small details about my life and has connected many dots for me.”
- Verified Patient
“One of the most thoughtful and professional therapists that I've gone to. She listens carefully and patiently to what you have in mind without presuming anything about your problems and who you are; something that has really annoyed me in my previous experiences with therapists in general.”
- Verified Patient
“Dr. Behr is the absolute best. Brilliant and responsive, her knowledge base and ability to point out things you can't see through the things you say and the way you say them is phenomenal. My time with her has been invaluable, especially during the pandemic.”
- Verified Patient
“Dr. Jess has helped me so much with my anxiety and worry. She helps me see different perspectives on my problems which really helps. She also is always willing to call me and talk to me in between sessions if I need anything or add me to twice a week when I needed it. I really recommend her if your struggling with anything. She will help you.”
- Verified Patient
“I have been rebirthed by the work I'm currently doing with Dr. Behr. She is gentle, kind, always reassuring with the right words or suggestions. She has been a phone call away during times of my distress, a "cheerleader" for my personal and professional development, and reassuring when I doubt myself. She is quick to remind me "you are doing the work, I’m just helping you find what you already have within yourself". But, without her guidance my journey would be a lot more daunting. I walked into her office broken, sad and jaded, today I am healing, hopeful and most importantly happy!!”
- Verified Patient