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Zhanna Cohen, LMHC, LPC

Compassionate counselor for life transitions and relationships
  • Relationship and family
  • Life transitions
  • English and Russian

About Zhanna Cohen

Zhanna Cohen began her professional journey in Florida, earning a mental health license in 2013 and building a practice focused on individuals, families, and adolescents who face life transitions and relationship challenges. She has provided counseling around career concerns, gender dysphoria, adoption and foster care issues, family of origin dynamics, depression, self-esteem, and attachment matters, approaching each concern with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. Zhanna adapts conversation and treatment planning to match the specific needs of each person, tailoring interventions so they fit the unique circumstances of clients and their families.

She views the decision to pursue therapy as a courageous step toward greater fulfillment and well-being, and she offers steady support and empowerment throughout that process. Zhanna collaborates with clients to set goals, explore patterns, and develop practical coping strategies that move toward healthier relationships and improved emotional functioning. As a licensed clinician (LMHC - Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor), she combines experience and empathy to guide people through meaningful change.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Relationship issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesDepressionCoping with life changes

Also Specializes In

AddictionsFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseParenting issuesSelf esteemCoaching

Additional Focus Areas

Adoption and foster careAttachment issuesControl issuesFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaHoardingImpulsivityMood disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Zhanna Cohen have?

Zhanna Cohen has 12 years of experience.

Is Zhanna Cohen a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credentials LMHC and LPC. License details are FL LMHC MH11845 and CT LPC 8736.

In which languages does Zhanna Cohen provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English and Russian.

Where is Zhanna Cohen located?

She is located in Connecticut.

How can I work with Zhanna Cohen as my therapist?

You can work with Zhanna Cohen through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Zhanna Cohen work with international clients?

Yes, Zhanna Cohen works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Zhanna Cohen cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care

Client-centered therapy places the client's experience at the heart of treatment, emphasizing empathetic listening and collaboration so that therapy progresses at a pace that feels right for the individual; this approach often helps with relationship concerns, self-esteem, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns through practical exercises and skills training, making it useful for depression, mood shifts, and coping with stress. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) combines skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be beneficial for impulsivity, intense emotions, and relationship conflicts.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Zhanna works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best match their goals, needs, and preferences. She adapts techniques over time so treatment remains responsive and goal-focused.

Online therapy with a licensed professional offers flexibility in how sessions are delivered - via video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - allowing clients to access support from different locations and at times that fit their schedules. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care and integrate therapeutic work into everyday life.

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