Benjamin Carter, MHC-LP

Emotion-Focused Therapist for couples and individuals navigating trauma, identity and intimacy.

Benjamin Carter smiling, wearing a dark blue shirt and a wristwatch, sitting on a beige armchair in a warmly lit living room with wooden furniture and large windows.

You don’t have to do it alone.

Do you feel disconnected from your partner or from the person you want to be? Together, we will co-create the life you deserve and dissolve all of the beliefs holding you back.

I specialize in working with LGBTQ+ humans to address anxiety, depression, grief, heartbreak, loneliness, identity navigation, spirituality, and couples therapy.

$200/Individual Session
$240/ Couple Session

Our services are out‑of‑network with insurance, but many clients receive reimbursement.
Use our insurance calculator to check your benefits.

  • “Benjamin is warm, empathetic, and easy to talk to, which makes it comfortable to share openly. I value how he thoughtfully weaves reflections and spirituality into sessions in a way that feels supportive and meaningful.” D.B

  • "Benjamin has really helped me through difficult times. I struggled with anxiety following the ending of a relationship and talking with him made all the difference in my healing." -H.L

  • "Coming from a religious background, navigating my sexuality and identity has been a challenging journey, one I couldn’t do alone. Benjamin has created a safe and welcoming space where I can embrace my authentic self, free from judgment. He listens with empathy, giving me the freedom to express my thoughts, feelings, and concerns openly. His guidance has helped me see my life from a new perspective, and he has supported me in navigating the complexities of my identity. After every conversation, I feel heard, supported, and at peace." -S.R

  • "Benjamin is the most caring, genuine, and dedicated therapist I know. He goes above and beyond for his clients and is always up for a challenge." - R. R

  • "When you choose a therapist you want someone who will be on your team and will truly hear, see, and challenge you. Benjamin is that person. I am so grateful I've had Benjamin on my team, it's changed my life." -R. M

  • "As an immigrant, navigating a new culture, language, and environment can feel overwhelming. From building a new network to adjusting to unfamiliar realities, the constant anxiety and fear of being far from home often weigh heavily. Benjamin has provided me with a safe space where I can openly express my feelings, doubts, and uncertainties. With his support, I’ve gained a deeper understanding of myself and the challenges I face, empowering me to move forward with confidence." -J.G

Are you tired of carrying hope, enduring hurt, and navigating the identities you hold? When trust has been broken or shame has taken root, the very strategies that used to keep you feeling safe can start to isolate you. 

Therapy is an invitation to step back into connection: to restore intimacy with yourself and those around you without shrinking any part of who you are and what makes you unique. In our work together, we’ll move at a pace that honors your nervous system, your strengths, and your values. Each session will feel like receiving a warm hug with sprinkles of humor and collaboration. You’ll be seen as the expert of your own experience, and I’ll help you gently explore the places where you feel stuck.

Drawing from Emotion‑Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy and AEDP, I ground my work in attachment, integrating spirituality, culture, LGBTQ+ and trans‑affirming principles. Raised in a multi‑faith family and shaped by art and entrepreneurship, I understand the layers of identity, belief and ambition that shape us and will hold space for them in session. I believe deep resilience and wisdom already live within you. My role is to help you soften shame, heal old wounds and unlock your potential.

Credentials

  • EFT Trained Couples Therapist

  • Mental Health Counselor Limited Permit, NY State

  • Johns Hopkins University, MS

  • University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, BA

  • If you have ever felt weighed down by loneliness, fear, anxiety or the pressure to keep it all together, Benjamin is the Therapist who can meet you where you are at.

    He works with men, women, and queer clients alike, helping you navigate relationships, identity, and self-worth so that you can step into abundance, clarity and the attract the love and life you deserve.

  • Benjamin only sees clients in New York or those living Internationally.

  • Yes. Benjamin grew up in a multi-faith household and can cater to every belief system.

  • Our services are out‑of‑network with insurance, but many clients receive reimbursement. Use our insurance calculator to check your benefits.