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Kent Jarratt, LCSW, LCSW-R

Flexible clinician with deep LGBT experience
  • Client-centered and CBT
  • LGBT community experience
  • T'ai Chi Chih teacher

About Kent Jarratt

Kent Jarratt practices with a flexible, eclectic approach, tailoring treatment plans to the needs of each person he works with. He welcomes clients from diverse backgrounds and has extensive experience serving the LGBT community.

He holds clinical licenses in both New York and New Jersey and is board certified by the National Association of Social Workers. He earned a Master in Social Work from Hunter College School of Social Work at CUNY and has achieved Diplomate Status from the National Association of Social Workers.

In addition to clinical work, he has contributed to academic training and professional education. He was the Greta Singer Memorial Lecturer at Monmouth University in 2011 and has served as adjunct faculty for the graduate programs in Social Work and Mental Health Counseling at Hunter College/CUNY. He has also acted as a field instructor for Columbia, NYU, Fordham, and Yeshiva.

Outside traditional therapy work, he is an Accredited Teacher of T'ai Chi Chih, a non-martial form of T'ai Chi, and is a member of the New York Zen Center for Contemplative Care (NYC).

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

Aging and geriatric issuesBody imageCodependencyEating and food-related issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposePanic disorder and panic attacksSelf-loveWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Hypnotherapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Kent Jarratt have?

Kent Jarratt has 37 years of experience.

Is Kent Jarratt a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the credentials LCSW and LCSW-R. His license details are NJ LCSW 44SC01305000 and NY LCSW-R 036725.

In which languages does Kent Jarratt provide therapy?

Therapy is provided in English.

Where is Kent Jarratt located?

Kent Jarratt is located in New Jersey.

How can I work with Kent Jarratt as my therapist?

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

Does Kent Jarratt work with international clients?

Kent Jarratt does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Kent Jarratt 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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.

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