Professionals Who Specialize in Motivational Interviewing

Rachel Brezel, LMHC

Therapists, Licensed Mental Health Counselor

  • In-office Brooklyn
  • $450
  • 4 reviews

My area of expertise lies in treating anxiety, depression, OCD (including the most severe cases), emotional regulation, and relationship challenges.


"I strive to create a therapeutic space that is both welcoming and authentic, where my clients can feel seen, heard, and understood. At the same time, I recognize that therapy is not meant to be an open-ended process, …

  • 🥇 Empowering
  • 🎯 Direct
  • 💙 Warm
  • 💡 Solution-oriented

Fraidy Shagalov, LCSW

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

  • In-office Aventura
  • $200
  • Insurance

Fraidy Shagalov, LCSW believes therapy should be as dynamic as the people it serves, so she uses an intuitive approach to connect with clients on a deeper level.


"My approach to therapy is rooted in a calm and relaxed demeanor, creating a space where clients feel genuinely at ease sharing their experiences. I strive to maintain a balance between being casual and professional, which helps foster …

  • 💙 Warm
  • 👂 Listener
  • 🧘 Calm
  • 🤝 Collaborative

Dena Don, MS, RDN, CDN

Dietitians, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist

  • Remote only
  • $150 - $200
  • Insurance
  • 6 reviews

Dena Don, RDN, CDN, is a dietitian who specializes in eating disorders, disordered eating, & GI issues, using an intuitive eating approach & evidence-based care.


"I believe in a balanced, flexible and sustainable approach to nutrition. There are no fad diets or food shaming here – just thoughtful, realistic support that meets you where you are. We will work together to make nourishing …

  • 🎯 Direct
  • 💙 Warm
  • 🤝 Collaborative

Estee Esses, LMSW

Therapists, Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW

  • Remote only
  • $150

Estee Esses, LMSW works with parents of children of all different ages. Parenting can feel overwhelming at times, particularly when there is a challenging issue.


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Pessy (Paula) Neuwirth, MHC- LP, CASAC-T

Therapists, Mental Health Counselor, Limited Permit: IN PERSON SESSIONS ONLY

  • In-office Brooklyn
  • $100 - $200
  • Insurance

Pessy Neuwirth incorporates an eccentric therapy style, blending creativity, humor, and unconventional strategies with evidence-based practices.


"My approach blends creativity, humor, and unconventional strategies with evidence-based practices to create a dynamic and engaging experience. I tailor each session to my client's unique needs, offering a space where you feel safe, supported, and understood. Therapy …

  • 💙 Warm
  • 😃 Humorous
  • 💡 Solution-oriented
  • 🐣 Out of the box

Yeshaya Kraus

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW

  • In-office Queens
  • $225

The main focus of my work is to always see a person as more than just the sum of his challenges and as more than just someone with "problems".


"I use a number of modalities when working with clients, including IFS, CBT, and EFT. My job is to help my clients see themselves as more than just the sum of their challenges, and as more than just …

  • 🎯 Direct
  • 💙 Warm
  • 👂 Listener
  • 🙌 Affirming

Jennifer Grove-Sobol, MS, CD-N, CFNC

Dietitians, Licensed Dietitian-Nutritionist

  • $250 - $350
  • 1 review

Jennifer Grove-Sobol is a certified dietitian who supports clients with digestive health & healthy eating through individualized meal planning & education.


"My approach to nutritional counseling is to look at each client as their own individual, with their own goals, health concerns, and food preferences. I work hard to help clients find the right diet or way of eating …

  • 💙 Warm
  • 👂 Listener
  • 💡 Solution-oriented
  • 🙌 Affirming

Team Care

You need someone on your team.

  • 1 review

Team Care is an outpatient clinic that provides in-home services for individuals ages 5-21, which are fully covered by insurance through Perform Care.


"TeamCare NJ provides Intensive In-Community (IIC) services, a short-term clinical intervention program for children and adolescents aged 5 to 21 who experience mental health or behavioral challenges. Key aspects of this program include: Licensed Therapists: Skilled clinicians with …

  • 💙 Warm
  • 💡 Solution-oriented
  • 🥇 Empowering
  • 🌎 Holistic

Lori Esses, LMSW

Therapists, Licensed Master Social Worker

  • In-office Beit Shemesh
  • $200
  • 3 reviews

Lori Esses, LMSW, is a Terry Real Relational Life Therapist who helps identify patterns and guide clients to make concrete changes that shift the way they interact with one another.


"I am a trained individual, couples, and family therapist, and my work focuses on helping couples improve intimacy, navigate conflict, strengthen communication, and take personal responsibility within their relationships. I help clients identify the recurring patterns that create …

  • 🎯 Direct
  • 💙 Warm
  • 🧘 Calm

Danielle Mizrahi, LCSW, PMH-C

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Perinatal Mental Health Counselor

  • In-office West Hempstead
  • $100 - $300
  • Insurance
  • 1 review

Danielle Mizrahi, LCSW, PMH-C, provides evidence-based, relational therapy for women with needing support with fertility, pregnancy, postpartum, & grief.


"I am certified in Perinatal Mental Health (PMH-C) and have been trained as a 'Holding' therapist by Karen Kleiman at the Post Traumatic Stress Center. I have also trained Seleni Institute, Postpartum Support International, Koser and Covington Center …

  • 💙 Warm
  • 👂 Listener
  • 🙌 Affirming
  • 🥇 Empowering

Lauren Fuchs, LCSW

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

  • Remote only
  • $260 - $300
  • 3 reviews

Lauren Fuchs, LCSW, uses CBT, psychodynamic, mindfulness, and solution-focused therapy to support clients with anxiety, relationships, life transitions, and growth.


"I believe therapy works best when it feels like a genuine collaboration. You are the expert on your own life and experiences, and my role is to offer perspective, ask thoughtful questions, and provide practical tools that help …

  • 🎯 Direct
  • 💙 Warm
  • 🥇 Empowering
  • 🤝 Collaborative

Avigail Teiler, LMSW

Therapists, Licensed Master Social Worker

  • In-office New City
  • $100 - $200
  • 4 reviews

Avigail Teiler, LMSW, is a trauma-informed, psychodynamic therapist, who places a strong emphasis on attachment styles and inner child work.


"As a trauma-informed, psychodynamic therapist, I place a strong emphasis on attachment styles and inner child work. I recognize that each person is unique, and while I specialize in these areas, I consider myself eclectic in my therapeutic …

  • 🎯 Direct
  • 💙 Warm
  • 🥇 Empowering
  • 🧘 Calm

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Understanding Motivational Interviewing: Motivational interviewing is a client-centered and collaborative counseling approach designed to help individuals explore and resolve ambivalence about behavior change. It involves active listening, empathy, and guiding individuals toward self-determined goals. Application and Scope of Motivational Interviewing: Motivational interviewing is applied to address a wide range of concerns, including substance abuse, addiction, weight management, and behavioral changes. It's particularly effective for individuals who may have mixed feelings about change and are seeking support to make healthier choices. Motivational interviewing is relevant for people of various backgrounds and stages of readiness for change. What to Expect in Motivational Interviewing Sessions: In motivational interviewing sessions, you'll work with a trained therapist who will create a non-judgmental and supportive environment. The therapist will actively listen, ask open-ended questions, and help you explore your goals and values. Through this collaborative process, you'll clarify your motivations for change and develop a plan to achieve your desired outcomes.

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