Jewish Therapists in Pacific Palisades, CA
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Welcome! I provide psychotherapy to adults and couples. In addition to talk therapy, I incorporate aspects of somatic work, which is mindful attention to what is held non-verbally in the body. Somatic work is a way to explore deeply held patterns, whether from trauma or other life experiences, that may be impacting you in the present. I often see clients to explore adjustments to changing life circumstances, low mood, depression, anxiety, panic, OCD, fertility, grief, trauma, and PTSD, and worked for over ten years in the field of domestic and international adoption and foster care.
Welcome! I provide psychotherapy to adults and couples. In addition to talk therapy, I incorporate aspects of somatic work, which is mindful attention to what is held non-verbally in the body. Somatic work is a way to explore deeply held patterns, whether from trauma or other life experiences, that may be impacting you in the present. I often see clients to explore adjustments to changing life circumstances, low mood, depression, anxiety, panic, OCD, fertility, grief, trauma, and PTSD, and worked for over ten years in the field of domestic and international adoption and foster care.
Sandra Hart
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272 (Online Only)
Hello and welcome! You have likely been reading a lot of therapist profiles, so I invite you to stop and take a few deep breaths. Ok, let's begin. I have been working as a therapist for over 20 years supporting individuals and families with anxiety, depression, eating disorders, gender identity, sexual health, pregnancy and beyond. Relationships are where healing happens. I offer a variety of relationship approaches including attachment theory, narrative theory, queer theory, mindfulness, CBT and DBT. Each of these approaches emphasizes compassion, curiosity, lived experience, and diving into self-love.
Hello and welcome! You have likely been reading a lot of therapist profiles, so I invite you to stop and take a few deep breaths. Ok, let's begin. I have been working as a therapist for over 20 years supporting individuals and families with anxiety, depression, eating disorders, gender identity, sexual health, pregnancy and beyond. Relationships are where healing happens. I offer a variety of relationship approaches including attachment theory, narrative theory, queer theory, mindfulness, CBT and DBT. Each of these approaches emphasizes compassion, curiosity, lived experience, and diving into self-love.
Elizabeth Salick
Psychologist, PsyD, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with clients who struggle with anxiety, postpartum disorders, and trauma. I am most aligned with Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT) and CBT, as well as other evidence-based therapies that support clients' progression from adversity to growth. A safe, collaborative therapy relationship is the foundation that allows clients to bravely try new ways of thinking and behaving.
I specialize in working with clients who struggle with anxiety, postpartum disorders, and trauma. I am most aligned with Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT) and CBT, as well as other evidence-based therapies that support clients' progression from adversity to growth. A safe, collaborative therapy relationship is the foundation that allows clients to bravely try new ways of thinking and behaving.
Laurie A Kaman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MBA, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
Making the decision to change your life takes courage. It's a big step to have decided that you want more from life and to be pursuing something different. Personal change, whether it involves emotions, thoughts or behaviors, can be difficult and scary. It can also be exciting and incredibly rewarding. Engaging in a therapeutic relationship can provide a safe and nurturing space. Together, we'll explore your inner world to find clarity, to understand your self-sabotaging patterns, identify the issues standing in your way and work to promote growth, emotional balance and self-acceptance, allowing you to become the best version of you
Making the decision to change your life takes courage. It's a big step to have decided that you want more from life and to be pursuing something different. Personal change, whether it involves emotions, thoughts or behaviors, can be difficult and scary. It can also be exciting and incredibly rewarding. Engaging in a therapeutic relationship can provide a safe and nurturing space. Together, we'll explore your inner world to find clarity, to understand your self-sabotaging patterns, identify the issues standing in your way and work to promote growth, emotional balance and self-acceptance, allowing you to become the best version of you
Jennifer Glaser- Psychotherapy For Adults
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, #47487
Verified Verified
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
Hi and welcome to my in-person or telehealth practice. Ready for a change? Are you feeling down, anxious, unmotivated or simply unhappy? First know that you are not alone. You have already made the first courageous step toward the positive changes you are seeking. Let's transform your current state into a new life for yourself absent of stress, anxiety, depression and worry. Together we can develop healthy adaptive strategies to support you through life changes, develop strong relationships, and help you connect with your authentic self.
Hi and welcome to my in-person or telehealth practice. Ready for a change? Are you feeling down, anxious, unmotivated or simply unhappy? First know that you are not alone. You have already made the first courageous step toward the positive changes you are seeking. Let's transform your current state into a new life for yourself absent of stress, anxiety, depression and worry. Together we can develop healthy adaptive strategies to support you through life changes, develop strong relationships, and help you connect with your authentic self.
Alisa Ruby Bash
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
Are you going through a challenging period in your life? Do you feel stuck in a situation you would like to change? Covid has triggered so much trauma this year. You are not alone. Do you struggle with anxiety, relationship issues, addiction, blocks, or insecurities? Do you wonder if there is more to life and how to find lasting peace and happiness, or balance in your life? I work with clients through traditional therapy, & a mind, body, spirit approach, including kundalini yoga, sound healing, and meditation. My goal is to help my clients find peace & create lasting change in all areas of their lives in my oceanfront Malibu office.
Are you going through a challenging period in your life? Do you feel stuck in a situation you would like to change? Covid has triggered so much trauma this year. You are not alone. Do you struggle with anxiety, relationship issues, addiction, blocks, or insecurities? Do you wonder if there is more to life and how to find lasting peace and happiness, or balance in your life? I work with clients through traditional therapy, & a mind, body, spirit approach, including kundalini yoga, sound healing, and meditation. My goal is to help my clients find peace & create lasting change in all areas of their lives in my oceanfront Malibu office.
Hava Bolour Rahimian
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
Hello and welcome! I look forward to meeting you and helping you gain insight into unhealthy relationship patterns, negative self talk and how that effects your mood and behavior, and tolerance for all of life's challenges. I have experience working with clients who are having difficulties with interpersonal relationships, families dealing with unhealthy boundaries, and individuals and couples seeking to deepen their relationships and strengthen communication skills. By no means is this an all inclusive list, so please do contact me so we can discuss what your needs are and how I can help.
Hello and welcome! I look forward to meeting you and helping you gain insight into unhealthy relationship patterns, negative self talk and how that effects your mood and behavior, and tolerance for all of life's challenges. I have experience working with clients who are having difficulties with interpersonal relationships, families dealing with unhealthy boundaries, and individuals and couples seeking to deepen their relationships and strengthen communication skills. By no means is this an all inclusive list, so please do contact me so we can discuss what your needs are and how I can help.
Welcome! I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist with 25 years of experience helping individuals navigate life's challenges. My practice is centered around Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and other evidence-based approaches tailored to assist those dealing with depression and anxiety disorders. Additionally, I have specialized training in maternal mental health, providing compassionate support to women as they navigate the complexities of pregnancy and the postpartum period. I also work extensively on relationship dynamics, career concerns, struggles with self-esteem, the transition to parenthood, and general life adjustments.
Welcome! I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist with 25 years of experience helping individuals navigate life's challenges. My practice is centered around Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and other evidence-based approaches tailored to assist those dealing with depression and anxiety disorders. Additionally, I have specialized training in maternal mental health, providing compassionate support to women as they navigate the complexities of pregnancy and the postpartum period. I also work extensively on relationship dynamics, career concerns, struggles with self-esteem, the transition to parenthood, and general life adjustments.
Rebecca Neubauer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PPSC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272 (Online Only)
Rebecca is a licensed psychotherapist with over 10 years of experience working with individuals who are experiencing anxiety, depression, and the impact of trauma. She utilizes an eclectic approach, integrating evidence-based practices tailored to each client’s unique needs and goals for therapy.
Rebecca is a licensed psychotherapist with over 10 years of experience working with individuals who are experiencing anxiety, depression, and the impact of trauma. She utilizes an eclectic approach, integrating evidence-based practices tailored to each client’s unique needs and goals for therapy.
Caitlin Blue
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272 (Online Only)
I am looking to create solid therapeutic alliances to help my clients further their understanding of psychological patterns and unconscious motivations.
I am looking to create solid therapeutic alliances to help my clients further their understanding of psychological patterns and unconscious motivations.
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Sometimes we walk through life feeling like an imposter, disconnected from ourselves and others. We can experience distress to the point that it's hard to enjoy the moment and successfully move through our day. Sometimes we can't explain why we feel the way we do, and we might tell ourselves we're 'broken'. When we suffer like this, it's possible that there's a connection to your family's past, and this wounding happened to someone other than yourself. My goal is to help you unpack these feelings, come to understand what is yours and what may be inherited, and move toward resolution and healing.
Sometimes we walk through life feeling like an imposter, disconnected from ourselves and others. We can experience distress to the point that it's hard to enjoy the moment and successfully move through our day. Sometimes we can't explain why we feel the way we do, and we might tell ourselves we're 'broken'. When we suffer like this, it's possible that there's a connection to your family's past, and this wounding happened to someone other than yourself. My goal is to help you unpack these feelings, come to understand what is yours and what may be inherited, and move toward resolution and healing.
Allan Silverstein
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, MD
Verified Verified
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272 (Online Only)
A good therapist has wisdom, compassion and the ability to connect deeply with you, while creating a safe healing environment. These are among the strengths that my patients ascribed to me during my many years as a Pediatrician... and that ultimately led me to a career in psychotherapy. Having raised two preadolescent daughters after my wife died, I have experienced many of life's tragedies, celebrations, anxieties and fears. With empathy, expertise, and kindness, I've helped countless individuals and families work through their issues. I would look forward to doing the same with you. I employ HUMOR when appropriate and useful.
A good therapist has wisdom, compassion and the ability to connect deeply with you, while creating a safe healing environment. These are among the strengths that my patients ascribed to me during my many years as a Pediatrician... and that ultimately led me to a career in psychotherapy. Having raised two preadolescent daughters after my wife died, I have experienced many of life's tragedies, celebrations, anxieties and fears. With empathy, expertise, and kindness, I've helped countless individuals and families work through their issues. I would look forward to doing the same with you. I employ HUMOR when appropriate and useful.
I am a therapist with years of experience helping people overcome the challenges of mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, psychosis, OCD, and more. Through evidenced-based therapies and a compassionate approach, I work with patients to develop effective coping strategies, learn their strengths, and build resilience. I aim to mirror the goodness that is already within you to help you achieve a more fulfilling life. Although I have experience with many different psychiatric conditions, in private practice I focus on patients and their struggles with anxiety, depression, bipolar, OCD, PTSD, and relationship issues.
I am a therapist with years of experience helping people overcome the challenges of mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, psychosis, OCD, and more. Through evidenced-based therapies and a compassionate approach, I work with patients to develop effective coping strategies, learn their strengths, and build resilience. I aim to mirror the goodness that is already within you to help you achieve a more fulfilling life. Although I have experience with many different psychiatric conditions, in private practice I focus on patients and their struggles with anxiety, depression, bipolar, OCD, PTSD, and relationship issues.
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Bill Cloke, Ph.D.
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
Psychotherapy is essentially a collaborative process where the feedback between the therapist and the person is without any sense of judgement or agenda.Therapy is about what works from the perspective of each person's unique personal experience. It allows for a fluid perspective to be understood and worked through. I am an active participant, providing descriptions along with mutually agreed upon insights and interpretations. I believe that the essential process within oneself and in a therapeutic setting should always contain compassion, understanding, respect and empathy. The goal is to develop a positive relationship with oneself and with others.
Psychotherapy is essentially a collaborative process where the feedback between the therapist and the person is without any sense of judgement or agenda.Therapy is about what works from the perspective of each person's unique personal experience. It allows for a fluid perspective to be understood and worked through. I am an active participant, providing descriptions along with mutually agreed upon insights and interpretations. I believe that the essential process within oneself and in a therapeutic setting should always contain compassion, understanding, respect and empathy. The goal is to develop a positive relationship with oneself and with others.
Dr. Marina Marcus
Psychologist, PhD, MPH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272 (Online Only)
I create a space that feels safe, encouraging, and collaborative so that you can explore your life experiences and feel supported in moving toward a healthy and vibrant life. Therapy is a place to learn and try out new skills, such as managing difficult emotions or improving communication. Therapy is also a space in which people can feel deeply heard and connected, and I believe a strong relationship between a therapist and client can be profoundly helpful when going through a period of healing and growth.
I create a space that feels safe, encouraging, and collaborative so that you can explore your life experiences and feel supported in moving toward a healthy and vibrant life. Therapy is a place to learn and try out new skills, such as managing difficult emotions or improving communication. Therapy is also a space in which people can feel deeply heard and connected, and I believe a strong relationship between a therapist and client can be profoundly helpful when going through a period of healing and growth.
I am a neuropsychologist, and I work with children and adults. I provide therapy and neuropsychological assessment. THERAPY: I help individuals struggling with anxiety, stress, behavioral difficulties, and school/work issues. ASSESSMENT: I assess individuals experiencing a variety of issues including ADHD, learning disabilities, academic difficulties, attention issues, thinking/memory problems, and those seeking accommodations for school or standardized tests (SAT, GMAT, LSAT, MCAT...).
I am a neuropsychologist, and I work with children and adults. I provide therapy and neuropsychological assessment. THERAPY: I help individuals struggling with anxiety, stress, behavioral difficulties, and school/work issues. ASSESSMENT: I assess individuals experiencing a variety of issues including ADHD, learning disabilities, academic difficulties, attention issues, thinking/memory problems, and those seeking accommodations for school or standardized tests (SAT, GMAT, LSAT, MCAT...).
Lindsay Kerr
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
Hi, I’m Lindsay. Feeling stuck? Overwhelmed? With compassion and efficiency, we will work towards replacing frustrating patterns that are keeping you from the quality of life you want. I will support you in learning new skills and insights that build self-worth, create healthier relationships, and promote relief from your current challenges. My goal is to help you identify what's keeping you stuck and build the skills and resiliency to move through it.
Hi, I’m Lindsay. Feeling stuck? Overwhelmed? With compassion and efficiency, we will work towards replacing frustrating patterns that are keeping you from the quality of life you want. I will support you in learning new skills and insights that build self-worth, create healthier relationships, and promote relief from your current challenges. My goal is to help you identify what's keeping you stuck and build the skills and resiliency to move through it.
Generally, I treat groups, couples, and individuals--21 years of age or older. I am best suited to treat depression, anxiety, bipolar, alcohol/drug issues, personality disorders, anger, panic attacks, post-traumatic stress disorder, adjustment disorders, grief/loss, employment difficulties, military/veterans, spiritual issues, and relationship problems.
Generally, I treat groups, couples, and individuals--21 years of age or older. I am best suited to treat depression, anxiety, bipolar, alcohol/drug issues, personality disorders, anger, panic attacks, post-traumatic stress disorder, adjustment disorders, grief/loss, employment difficulties, military/veterans, spiritual issues, and relationship problems.
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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.