Bethany Kobus

Bethany Kobus is a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) based in New York. She brings five years of clinical counseling experience together with a prior ten years working as a social worker. Bethany meets people where they are and focuses on practical steps toward feeling steadier and more in control.

She primarily helps adults facing depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, and major life transitions. Bethany creates a compassionate, affirming space where clients can talk through strong emotions like guilt, shame, and isolation. She also supports people dealing with stress, grieving, parenting strain, and anger-related concerns.

Her approach mixes straightforward skill-building with attention to personal history and relationships. She uses methods such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and client-centered therapy to teach coping skills and improve communication. She also draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and attachment-based ideas when they fit the client's goals.

Bethany values a holistic view of healing. Sessions often include ways to manage physical reactions, notice unhelpful thought patterns, and try small behavior changes that add up. She tailors plans to each person, focusing on strengths and practical strategies for everyday life.

Clients can expect a collaborative process that balances emotional understanding with concrete tools. Bethany works to help people build self-compassion, clearer boundaries, and sustainable habits for responding to stress and strong emotions.

How therapy approaches translate to online sessions

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people notice unhelpful thoughts and commit to actions that match their values. It can be useful for anxiety, depression, and life changes where taking small purposeful steps matters. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches concrete skills to spot and change thought and behavior patterns that keep stress and low mood going. It works well for panic, anxiety, and everyday problem solving. Client-centered therapy emphasizes empathy, listening, and building trust so clients feel understood and can explore what matters most to them.

Deciding which approach to use is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the client about their goals and preferences, try techniques that fit those aims, and adjust the plan as needed. The focus is on finding methods that feel useful in real life rather than sticking to a single model.

The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Many people find online sessions help fit therapy into a busy day, make it easier to attend when travel would be difficult, or allow shorter check-ins between obligations. Online work can also let a therapist guide breathing or grounding exercises, review worksheets together, and track progress between meetings to make each session practical and goal-focused.