Brian E. Kennedy-Arenivar, LMHC
My name is Brian E. Kennedy-Arenivar, I consider myself to be a compassionate and non-judgmental psychotherapist. I provide everyone with a safe and supportive space to explore their thoughts, feelings, and life experiences. I have always been told that I am a good listener and people consistently tell me that they feel comfortable opening up to me.
I see children, adolescents, and adults for individual therapy. I also provide couples therapy for those seeking to repair, heal, or deepen their relationship. I specialize in working with people experiencing: anxiety, depression, life adjustments, relationship issues, men’s issues, trauma, ADHD, autism, grief, substance usage, work-related stressors, and creative blocks.
I am an ally of the LGBTQIA+ community, and I have extensive experience working with adults, adolescents, and children who identify as trans. I am also a member of WPATH.
My approach is grounded in Depth Psychology, specifically, Analytical Psychology. I am currently an analyst in training with the C.G. Jung Institute of New York. I also have several years of intensive training in Jungian Sandplay Therapy.
I have been licensed as a psychotherapist since 2009, and have been in private practice since 2015. I have over twenty years combined experience working with diverse populations in outpatient clinics, schools, hospitals, and treatment centers. My practice is located in the Flatiron District of New York City.
If you are seeking a therapist who will provide unwavering support, respect, and empowerment on your journey of self-discovery and personal growth, then I invite you to reach out and take the first step towards creating positive change in your life.
Affiliations
World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH)
New York Mental Health Counselors Association
National Association for the Advancement of Psychoanalysis
Phone Consultation
To learn more about my services, please schedule a 15-minute free phone consultation. Once you arrive on my scheduling page you will see my availability and will be able to self-schedule a phone call. If you do not see something that works for your schedule, please reach out by email with your availability. I will respond with options that may work for both of us.
During the phone consultation I will be able to find out the specific reason you are seeking services. You will also have the opportunity to ask questions and learn more about my practice. Towards the end of our call, if we both feel like we could work together, we will schedule an intake appointment.
Parents/Legal Guardians: If you are seeking services for a minor, I prefer to have both parents join the consultation call.
Couples: If you interested in couples therapy, I will need to speak with both partners during the consultation call.
For any additional questions, please reach out by email.
I look forward to hearing from you.
-Brian
Fees for Services
I am not credentialed with insurance companies. I am considered an out-of-network provider. Contact your insurance company to determine if your plan includes out-of-network benefits. All insurance plans are different. However, most will require a deductible to be met prior to receiving reimbursement. If needed, I will provide you with a monthly statement (superbill) for you to submit to your insurance carrier for possible reimbursement for out-of-network benefits. I do not submit claims on behalf of patients for out-of-network benefits. Please note that a diagnosis is required to be placed on a superbill.
Please contact your insurance provider to determine your out-of-network benefits prior to initiating services.