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Jessica January Behr, Psy.D.

Critic · DISC type C
Licensed Psychologist, Founder & Director at Behr Psychology
📍 New York City Metropolitan Area, United States

Dr. Jessica January Behr is a licensed Clinical Psychologist and the Founder of Behr Psychology, a group practice in New York City. She specializes in Jungian psychoanalysis and psychedelic-assisted therapy and also serves as an Adjunct Professor at NYU Steinhardt, teaching graduate-level courses.

She has a deep academic interest in major life transitions, particularly around faith and identity. Her doctoral dissertation explored the psychological experiences of individuals moving in and out of Orthodox Judaism, indicating a focus on personal transformation and the complexities of belief systems.

Unique fact: Dr. Behr is a certified facilitator for psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy, actively working on clinical trials with leading organizations like Cybin Inc. and Compass Pathways.

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Experience
11 Years
Current Role
Licensed Psychologist, Founder & Director
Job Level
Leadership
Location
New York City Metropolitan Area, United States
Personality Overview

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Priorities

Topics Jessica cares about

Psychedelic Therapy
She is a certified facilitator and sub-investigator for clinical trials in psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy, placing her at the forefront of this emerging mental health field.
Jungian Psychoanalysis
Her specialization is rooted in her ongoing training at the C. G. Jung Institute in Zurich, which heavily influences her therapeutic approach and practice.
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Career

Work history

10-2019
Licensed Psychologist, Founder & Director
Behr Psychology
8-2021
Adjunct Professor
NYU Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development
5-2022
Certified EMBARK Psychotherapy Facilitator/Sub-Investigator (Psychedelic-Assisted Psychotherapist)
Cybin Inc.
7-2024
Certified COMPanion Psychotherapy Facilitator (Psychedelic-Assisted Psychotherapist)
Compass Pathways
9-2025
Psychedelic Study Therapist
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Education
5-2022
Psychoanalytic Training
C.G. Jung Institut - Kusnacht, Zurich, Switzerland
2013 - 2018
Doctor of Psychology
Pace University
2013 - 2017
Masters of Science of Education
Pace University
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DISC profile (public)

C

Calculativeness (C)

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