Jenna McKean, LMHC- D, LPC, CASAC

Licensed Mental Health Counselor | Certified Substance Abuse Counselor | Licensed Professional Counselor (NJ/CT) | Certified DBT Skills Counselor

 

Jenna McKean is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in New York, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in New Jersey and Connecticut, and a Certified Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) with over 15 years of experience in the field of behavioral health. She is also a Certified Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) Skills Counselor and has extensive expertise in crisis counseling, inpatient substance abuse treatment, and outpatient services.

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In addition to her clinical work, Jenna has spent over eight years in leadership roles within hospital settings, where she has developed patient-centered programs, optimized workflows, and enhanced interdisciplinary collaboration. She holds specialized certifications as a Clinical Supervisor, Trauma-Informed Therapist, Peri/Postnatal Bereavement Specialist, and LGBTQIA-Affirmative Cognitive Behavioral Therapist, further demonstrating her commitment to inclusive, specialized care.

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Jenna views counseling as a collaborative partnership between clinician and client. She tailors her therapeutic approach to each individual, integrating evidence-based treatment techniques such as: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT). 

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Jenna works with children, adolescents, young adults, adults, and families, providing compassionate support for a wide range of life stressors and challenges. She is dedicated to creating a comfortable, open, and safe space where clients feel heard, supported, and empowered in their journey toward healing and growth.Her commitment lies in understanding each client’s unique needs and helping them achieve meaningful, lasting change. Jenna is eager to support you in exploring new insights and growth.