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Professionals Who Specialize in Motivational Interviewing
Rachel Brezel, LMHC
Therapists, Licensed Mental Health Counselor
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Brooklyn
- $450
- 4 reviews
"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, …
Laura Schneebaum, LMHC-D
Therapists, Licensed Mental Health Counselor
"I take a trauma-informed, client-centered, and strengths-based approach to working with each individual. I place great importance on understanding a client’s identity, culture, context, and environment to create a personalized approach that truly fits their unique experience. I …
Malka Liss
Therapists, Licensed Social Worker
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Howell
- $150 - $175
"My approach is centered around understanding the whole person, not just the problem, circumstance, or diagnosis that brings someone to therapy. I see each person as part of a larger system, where experiences, relationships, environment, patterns, emotions, strengths, …
Shua Stimmel
Certified Coach
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Toms River
- $150 - $250
- 2 reviews
"My approach to coaching is rooted in self awareness. I believe that many of our common struggles come from not fully understanding what drives our behaviors, emotions, thoughts, beliefs, and values. When we begin to see these patterns …
Rachel Burnham
Dating Coach
"My approach to coaching is never pressuring or pushy. I’ve been there myself, and I know how discouraging and overwhelming that can feel. I meet each client exactly where they are religiously, emotionally, and personally, because everyone’s journey …
Shirley Pakdaman, Psy.D.
Therapists, Psychologist & Jewish Dating Coach
"My practice is built on creating an authentic and trusting relationship with my clients. I work especially well with people who value connection, straightforwardness, and humor as part of the therapeutic process. While my work is grounded in …
Rachel Toiv, LMHC
Therapists, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
"In the therapeutic space, I adopt a confidential, supportive, and validating approach, meeting my clients exactly where they are, armed with a blank slate. My understanding is solely based on what you choose to share, and my connection …
Dr. Ori Lidor, PsyD
Therapists, Licensed Clinical Psychologist
"My approach is integrative. I draw from CBT, psychodynamic therapy, attachment theory, and experiential methods, but at the core of everything I do is the understanding that the integrity of the relationship built between client and therapist is …
Binah Malka Stinnett-Bloemhof
Therapists, PhD, MSSW, LMSW
"I look forward to working with individuals dealing with anxiety, life transitions, identity development, maternal mental health, relationship concerns, and the ways culture, race, faith, and lived experiences influence emotional well-being. Each person brings their own experiences, values, …
Liat Adelman, LMSW
Therapists, Licensed Master Social Work
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Queens
- $210 - $260
"My approach to therapy begins with prioritizing the therapeutic relationship above all else. I want my clients to feel comfortable and safe in the space we share. I recognize that walking into a therapy room, opening up to …
Jennifer Grove-Sobol, MS, CD-N, CFNC
Dietitians, Licensed Dietitian-Nutritionist
"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 …
Ezra Balsam
Certified Life Coach
"Most people don’t get stuck because they’re lazy. They get stuck for one of three reasons. Sometimes it’s because they aren’t truly clear on what they want. Sometimes they know the goal but have no real step-by-step plan …
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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.