Jewish Therapists in Scottsdale, AZ
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Resilience within Therapy, Pllc
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Scottsdale, AZ 85260
Are you struggling to cope with trauma or abuse (narcissistic abuse, childhood abuse, or otherwise)? Do you find it challenging to manage feelings of anxiety, depression, and/or sadness? If yes, please don't suffer in silence. Although these experiences can feel isolating and frightening to navigate, healing is possible. I am a trauma therapist who believes that everyone possesses the inner strength to overcome difficult situations, but sometimes they just need a little support to help them get there. Therapy can help you face these challenges head-on, enabling you to achieve meaningful and lasting change.
Are you struggling to cope with trauma or abuse (narcissistic abuse, childhood abuse, or otherwise)? Do you find it challenging to manage feelings of anxiety, depression, and/or sadness? If yes, please don't suffer in silence. Although these experiences can feel isolating and frightening to navigate, healing is possible. I am a trauma therapist who believes that everyone possesses the inner strength to overcome difficult situations, but sometimes they just need a little support to help them get there. Therapy can help you face these challenges head-on, enabling you to achieve meaningful and lasting change.
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I specialize in helping people in their healing journey from anxiety, stress, life stressors, life transitions, grief, interpersonal struggles and relationship issues. I believe in the power of whole person healing. I am here to help you to build coping skills while guiding and empowering you to find the answers from within yourself. I am passionate about helping you through the transitions and challenges life brings us.
I specialize in helping people in their healing journey from anxiety, stress, life stressors, life transitions, grief, interpersonal struggles and relationship issues. I believe in the power of whole person healing. I am here to help you to build coping skills while guiding and empowering you to find the answers from within yourself. I am passionate about helping you through the transitions and challenges life brings us.
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Rachel Amanda Freidus
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Scottsdale, AZ 85251 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a Certified Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapist (Level 3), who cares deeply about helping people heal, become their best selves, achieve their goals and improve their relationships. I provide a safe, supportive and non-judgmental space, where you will feel heard, seen and accepted. As your therapist, I will collaborate with you in the work that we do together.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a Certified Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapist (Level 3), who cares deeply about helping people heal, become their best selves, achieve their goals and improve their relationships. I provide a safe, supportive and non-judgmental space, where you will feel heard, seen and accepted. As your therapist, I will collaborate with you in the work that we do together.
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Dr. Stephanie Salisbury
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Scottsdale, AZ 85258 (Online Only)
Welcome! Whether you are working through a traumatic event, relationship challenges, or stress, I am happy and honored to help. My hope is to provide a sanctuary where you can find healing, make changes, and become the person you aspire to be. Given that I am from a family that was involved in military and the medical field, I am particularly drawn to working with public safety professionals (first responders- veterans, healthcare workers, police, firefighters, etc.). I am particularly interested in helping those who may be working through posttraumatic stress, relationship issues, general stressors, life transitions, or anxiety.
Welcome! Whether you are working through a traumatic event, relationship challenges, or stress, I am happy and honored to help. My hope is to provide a sanctuary where you can find healing, make changes, and become the person you aspire to be. Given that I am from a family that was involved in military and the medical field, I am particularly drawn to working with public safety professionals (first responders- veterans, healthcare workers, police, firefighters, etc.). I am particularly interested in helping those who may be working through posttraumatic stress, relationship issues, general stressors, life transitions, or anxiety.
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At Empower Pathways, I support children and young adults to gain clarity about their strengths, values, and goals. I believe in collaborating with my clients and families to take ownership of their personal development, make meaningful changes, and lead more fulfilling lives. With years of experience and a diverse client base, I bring with me the expertise to support clients with a variety of needs. Whatever challenges you might be facing, rest assured I have the ability to meet you where you are to support you in achieving your life goals. Together, we can explore life's challenges, and pave the way for healing, joy and success.
At Empower Pathways, I support children and young adults to gain clarity about their strengths, values, and goals. I believe in collaborating with my clients and families to take ownership of their personal development, make meaningful changes, and lead more fulfilling lives. With years of experience and a diverse client base, I bring with me the expertise to support clients with a variety of needs. Whatever challenges you might be facing, rest assured I have the ability to meet you where you are to support you in achieving your life goals. Together, we can explore life's challenges, and pave the way for healing, joy and success.
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Let me help you find your balance. We'll focus on the goals and timelines you set by building upon your individual strengths, beliefs and life experience. I'm interactive and will intertwine technology, insights, and practical feedback with compassion and humor (especially if you have a mentally ill family member, difficult or special-needs child /spouse or an aging parent). I'm available to conduct video and in-person sessions after 5:00 pm. You can book your first appointment in less than 5 minutes via my 24/7 online scheduler. Please visit my website, www.DianeGoula.com to learn more.
Let me help you find your balance. We'll focus on the goals and timelines you set by building upon your individual strengths, beliefs and life experience. I'm interactive and will intertwine technology, insights, and practical feedback with compassion and humor (especially if you have a mentally ill family member, difficult or special-needs child /spouse or an aging parent). I'm available to conduct video and in-person sessions after 5:00 pm. You can book your first appointment in less than 5 minutes via my 24/7 online scheduler. Please visit my website, www.DianeGoula.com to learn more.
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Eve D Katz
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Scottsdale, AZ 85257 (Online Only)
Solution-Oriented Therapy with Empathy and Kindness....The problems and dilemmas that you bring to therapy: These are the sparks that will propel you forward towards your healing. We discuss and explore your issues, and then we integrate what you learn into your daily life. We move as slowly or as quickly as you are comfortable with, in an atmosphere that is safe and contained, creating a path to hope, insight and personal strength. After 30 years helping others heal from and handle difficult situations as well as reach their dreams, it is clear to me that taking action steps - even tiny steps - is key to moving forward.
Solution-Oriented Therapy with Empathy and Kindness....The problems and dilemmas that you bring to therapy: These are the sparks that will propel you forward towards your healing. We discuss and explore your issues, and then we integrate what you learn into your daily life. We move as slowly or as quickly as you are comfortable with, in an atmosphere that is safe and contained, creating a path to hope, insight and personal strength. After 30 years helping others heal from and handle difficult situations as well as reach their dreams, it is clear to me that taking action steps - even tiny steps - is key to moving forward.
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Sensory Life Assessment & Wellness; Julia Colman
Occupational Therapist, OTD, OTR/L, BCP, CCTS-I
Verified Verified
Scottsdale, AZ 85254 (Online Only)
Sensory Life was established to help people of all ages develop a happy, balanced lifestyle through increased understanding of their unique sensory processing needs. My services are ideal for those exploring neurodivergence or with known sensory processing differences. Common diagnoses include ADHD, Autism, ADD, OCD, ODD, anxiety, & PTSD, but a diagnosis is not necessary to benefit from services. Parents, educators, & therapists would also benefit. I offer basic & comprehensive sensory evaluations, as well as follow up sessions. The process is personalized, neurodiversity affirming, trauma informed, and collaborative.
Sensory Life was established to help people of all ages develop a happy, balanced lifestyle through increased understanding of their unique sensory processing needs. My services are ideal for those exploring neurodivergence or with known sensory processing differences. Common diagnoses include ADHD, Autism, ADD, OCD, ODD, anxiety, & PTSD, but a diagnosis is not necessary to benefit from services. Parents, educators, & therapists would also benefit. I offer basic & comprehensive sensory evaluations, as well as follow up sessions. The process is personalized, neurodiversity affirming, trauma informed, and collaborative.
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Jacci Caplin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Scottsdale, AZ 85258 (Online Only)
THE CHOICE...
One of my clients said that she wished that choosing a therapist was like finding a new puppy. You get a sense of the breeding, temperament and capability and then you know from a heartfelt connection that you have the right one. Here you must decide from an exhaustive list of similar sounding credentials. So what I want to offer is some background and then hopefully you can have the experience she wished for everyone.
THE CHOICE...
One of my clients said that she wished that choosing a therapist was like finding a new puppy. You get a sense of the breeding, temperament and capability and then you know from a heartfelt connection that you have the right one. Here you must decide from an exhaustive list of similar sounding credentials. So what I want to offer is some background and then hopefully you can have the experience she wished for everyone.
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Emily Rosenbloom
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Scottsdale, AZ 85262
I know how much feeling consumed by anxiety & trauma can disrupt your quality of life. Whether you're a college student with debilitating Anxiety, a mom who desperately needs uninterrupted time to process unresolved trauma, or you have a child who needs help navigating their emotions, I'm here to help. It's so important to provide a warm, safe environment where you can feel empowered to confront your fears and feel better. With the right support and guidance, you can rediscover strategies to manage anxiety effectively. Remember, you are not alone in this journey, and there is hope for a brighter, more peaceful future ahead.
I know how much feeling consumed by anxiety & trauma can disrupt your quality of life. Whether you're a college student with debilitating Anxiety, a mom who desperately needs uninterrupted time to process unresolved trauma, or you have a child who needs help navigating their emotions, I'm here to help. It's so important to provide a warm, safe environment where you can feel empowered to confront your fears and feel better. With the right support and guidance, you can rediscover strategies to manage anxiety effectively. Remember, you are not alone in this journey, and there is hope for a brighter, more peaceful future ahead.
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Vanessa Gorelkin
Occupational Therapist, MA, OTR/L, DBT-C, MBCT-C
Verified Verified
Scottsdale, AZ 85255 (Online Only)
I’m accepting new clients. Need help with ADHD, anxiety, depression, Long Covid, chronic pain or illness? If you’re reading this: it’s time you reach out for help. Pain is inevitable- suffering is optional. I help you with managing tough times or getting your life on track. I provide a free consultation - so what is there to lose?
I’m accepting new clients. Need help with ADHD, anxiety, depression, Long Covid, chronic pain or illness? If you’re reading this: it’s time you reach out for help. Pain is inevitable- suffering is optional. I help you with managing tough times or getting your life on track. I provide a free consultation - so what is there to lose?
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You are ready for change, feeling stuck, angry, sick, and really not sure where to start. You may have health concerns and feel tired of taking pills that seem to mask the underlying condition(s). Stress from your job and/or life are overwhelming and something has got to give! Imagine a life where you are supported, cared for, and get back to feeling like you're "in the zone", which you have not felt for way too long. You are ready for doable changes in your life that add up to meaningful outcomes. You are ready to move forward into real health and true living.
You are ready for change, feeling stuck, angry, sick, and really not sure where to start. You may have health concerns and feel tired of taking pills that seem to mask the underlying condition(s). Stress from your job and/or life are overwhelming and something has got to give! Imagine a life where you are supported, cared for, and get back to feeling like you're "in the zone", which you have not felt for way too long. You are ready for doable changes in your life that add up to meaningful outcomes. You are ready to move forward into real health and true living.
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Mordy Gottlieb
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CSAT, ART
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Scottsdale, AZ 85260
Men are often forgotten about when it comes to emotional wellness. We’ve been told “be strong” ”you’re a man you can handle it”, “just pick yourself up by your bootstraps”. It's okay to need to need help. It's okay to get support. If your life is not going the way you hoped, your relationship's are not what you envisioned, I can help you rediscover joy and live your best life. If your struggling with infidelity, compulsive behaviors, depression or anxiety, Reach out! I promise it'll be worth it.
Men are often forgotten about when it comes to emotional wellness. We’ve been told “be strong” ”you’re a man you can handle it”, “just pick yourself up by your bootstraps”. It's okay to need to need help. It's okay to get support. If your life is not going the way you hoped, your relationship's are not what you envisioned, I can help you rediscover joy and live your best life. If your struggling with infidelity, compulsive behaviors, depression or anxiety, Reach out! I promise it'll be worth it.
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Bonnie Barness
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, Growth, Hpnosis, Chakras, Healing, Happy
Verified Verified
Scottsdale, AZ 85260
Are you feeling that something has to change? Are you ready to take the step that will create a new beginning, allow healing from the past and the experience of more joy and peace than you ever have had? Whether you are depressed, anxious, grieving, in an unhealthy relationship, overwhelmed or desire to change the direction of your life, a personal/ workplace relationship, behavior or addiction that is getting in the way of your happiness, you can do it! I am here to support you in your journey towards greater joy, empowerment, spirituality & fulfillment utilizing Intuitive SHIFT Therapy, CBT, Hypnotherapy and Chakra Alignment.
Are you feeling that something has to change? Are you ready to take the step that will create a new beginning, allow healing from the past and the experience of more joy and peace than you ever have had? Whether you are depressed, anxious, grieving, in an unhealthy relationship, overwhelmed or desire to change the direction of your life, a personal/ workplace relationship, behavior or addiction that is getting in the way of your happiness, you can do it! I am here to support you in your journey towards greater joy, empowerment, spirituality & fulfillment utilizing Intuitive SHIFT Therapy, CBT, Hypnotherapy and Chakra Alignment.
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Lynn Barinbaum
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, DCSW, BCD
Verified Verified
Scottsdale, AZ 85255 (Online Only)
I have been a Clinical Social Worker for 50 years. . I love being able to help people and to make a difference in their lives. I work with adults, both individually and as couples. I see couples for pre-marital counseling, as well as marital therapy. I also work with gay and lesbian couples.Often times, individuals are able to resolve their issue and develop a stronger relationship. I also see adolescents experiencing adjustment issues and work with families during and after divorces.I have a psychodynamic background and focus on underlying motivations. I use cognitive therapy to understand cognitive distortions.
I have been a Clinical Social Worker for 50 years. . I love being able to help people and to make a difference in their lives. I work with adults, both individually and as couples. I see couples for pre-marital counseling, as well as marital therapy. I also work with gay and lesbian couples.Often times, individuals are able to resolve their issue and develop a stronger relationship. I also see adolescents experiencing adjustment issues and work with families during and after divorces.I have a psychodynamic background and focus on underlying motivations. I use cognitive therapy to understand cognitive distortions.
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A Better Life Psychotherapy,PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MAPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Scottsdale, AZ 85258
Making the decision to begin therapy is a difficult one, but one that is very rewarding once you have the desire to facilitate real change in your life. I will help guide you through your journey. Therapy is a process of learning and discovering who you are as well as uncovering what may be preventing you from reaching your goals. My goal is to help you achieve those goals. The end result is most often enlightenment, empowerment where you are able to make better choices and be more confident in your daily life. My specialities include EMDR, CBT and EFT for couples. Please reach out, I'm here to help.
Making the decision to begin therapy is a difficult one, but one that is very rewarding once you have the desire to facilitate real change in your life. I will help guide you through your journey. Therapy is a process of learning and discovering who you are as well as uncovering what may be preventing you from reaching your goals. My goal is to help you achieve those goals. The end result is most often enlightenment, empowerment where you are able to make better choices and be more confident in your daily life. My specialities include EMDR, CBT and EFT for couples. Please reach out, I'm here to help.
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Tamar Kaplan Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Scottsdale, AZ 85254 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with adults going through life stage transitions, specifically older adults ages 65+ as well as Millennial/Gen Z young professionals. I help people with anxiety, stress, depression, career changes, chronic illness, low self-esteem, and loneliness. I work with people who have been in therapy before as well as people who are trying therapy for the first time- both are wonderful and both are welcome!
I specialize in working with adults going through life stage transitions, specifically older adults ages 65+ as well as Millennial/Gen Z young professionals. I help people with anxiety, stress, depression, career changes, chronic illness, low self-esteem, and loneliness. I work with people who have been in therapy before as well as people who are trying therapy for the first time- both are wonderful and both are welcome!
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Are past traumas and negative beliefs about yourself preventing you from living the life you want? Do you find yourself struggling to develop and maintain intimate, meaningful relationships? Maybe you are struggling with addictive behaviors to cope with feelings of stress and overwhelm? You may feel hopeless and confused, not understanding why you can't stop. I can help. Addictive and self destructive behaviors are signs we are looking outside of ourselves for safety and comfort. I believe healing comes from within and strive to create a compassionate space for you to confront your struggles and find recovery and healing.
Are past traumas and negative beliefs about yourself preventing you from living the life you want? Do you find yourself struggling to develop and maintain intimate, meaningful relationships? Maybe you are struggling with addictive behaviors to cope with feelings of stress and overwhelm? You may feel hopeless and confused, not understanding why you can't stop. I can help. Addictive and self destructive behaviors are signs we are looking outside of ourselves for safety and comfort. I believe healing comes from within and strive to create a compassionate space for you to confront your struggles and find recovery and healing.
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I’m in my final year at the National University for my Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy, specializing in Sex Therapy. My work is to understand your perspective and story through the lens of systemic therapy. We do not create our selves; we are shaped and impacted by the families, communities, and societies around us. My therapeutic practice as an intern is based on a narrative therapeutic approach combined with my lived experience as a queer neurodivergent person. My goal is to help you achieve your goals for therapy by changing the self-talk and story you have for yourself.
I’m in my final year at the National University for my Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy, specializing in Sex Therapy. My work is to understand your perspective and story through the lens of systemic therapy. We do not create our selves; we are shaped and impacted by the families, communities, and societies around us. My therapeutic practice as an intern is based on a narrative therapeutic approach combined with my lived experience as a queer neurodivergent person. My goal is to help you achieve your goals for therapy by changing the self-talk and story you have for yourself.
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Allison Pincus
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
Feeling stuck? Like you're not in the place you should be in your life right now? I understand that feeling completely and I'm here to help. Sometimes life doesn't turn out the way we hope and we begin to feel down, hopeless, worried, or alone. I will help you recognize that it's OK to have these difficult feelings...and even normal! When we learn to acknowledge and accept our feelings we can begin to move through them and find meaning and joy in our lives again. We can put down the shame, guilt, and burden we feel and find our true purpose again. I'm here to walk along side you on your journey toward self-growth and healing.
Feeling stuck? Like you're not in the place you should be in your life right now? I understand that feeling completely and I'm here to help. Sometimes life doesn't turn out the way we hope and we begin to feel down, hopeless, worried, or alone. I will help you recognize that it's OK to have these difficult feelings...and even normal! When we learn to acknowledge and accept our feelings we can begin to move through them and find meaning and joy in our lives again. We can put down the shame, guilt, and burden we feel and find our true purpose again. I'm here to walk along side you on your journey toward self-growth and healing.
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Jewish Therapists
Why is it important for a therapist to be culturally sensitive?
Therapists and clients don’t need to share the same background to be able to work together, but a therapist whose training includes a focus on cultural competence may be better able to form a therapeutic bond with individuals from a range of backgrounds, as they will have experience tailoring their approach to each client—and will be prepared to acknowledge and consider the effects of cultural forces, such as discrimination, that may contribute to that client’s concerns. With a professional who has such training, a client should feel comfortable discussing sensitive issues without feeling that they need to self-censor.
How can I recognize an effective Jewish therapist?
As with members of any religious or ethnic group, just because two people happen to be Jewish does not guarantee that they will share the same values, knowledge, or experiences. A Jewish client seeking a therapist who shares their cultural identity, or for whom it’s important that a therapist share their religious beliefs, may want to discuss a professional’s Jewish background with them before beginning therapy. For someone who seeks justification for major life changes in their religious tradition, or in biblical writings, finding a therapist who is comfortable framing guidance in that context may be especially valuable.
Would a Jewish therapist have unique training?
No, but they should have the same training and certification as any other mental health professional, as well as experience with a range of evidence-based techniques such as cognitive-behavioral therapy or mindfulness-based therapy. A therapist with this type of experience should be able to help any client feel comfortable and safe, which is essential for a therapeutic alliance. Once this is established, a potential client may want to find out more about the therapist’s Jewish background.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience with Jewish clients?
A client can directly ask a therapist if they have extensive experience working with Jewish clients and if so, whether these individuals sought counseling for faith-related issues or marital or familial issues in which their Jewish background was a factor. A client may also wish to ask a potential therapist whether they incorporate Jewish teachings and values into their own professional work.
Who is included in Psychology Today’s directory of Jewish therapists?
The directory of Jewish therapists includes professionals who have opted to share their cultural background on their profiles. However, not all therapists choose to disclose their background, and they may not appear in search results for this reason.The directory also shows therapists who indicate that they have extensive experience working with Jewish clients and/or communities.