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, …

  • πŸ₯‡ Empowering
  • 🎯 Direct
  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ’‘ Solution-oriented

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 is certified in perinatal mental health (PMH-C) with trainings from the Seleni Institute, Postpartum Support International, Koser and Covington Center and the Postpartum Stress Center. I strive to create a warm, nonjudgmental space where women can …

  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ‘‚ Listener
  • πŸ™Œ Affirming
  • πŸ₯‡ Empowering

Dania Brener

Dietitians, MS, RD, LDN

  • In-office Aventura
  • $199
  • Insurance

I empower my clients to make choices that align with their unique preferences in the realms of food, hydration, physical activity, sleep, & stress management.


"Central to my approach is the creation of individualized plans that cater to the specific needs and food preferences of each client while ensuring that they progress toward their health objectives in a sustainable manner. I hold the …

  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ‘‚ Listener
  • πŸ’‘ Solution-oriented
  • πŸ₯‡ Empowering

Yechiel Aharonof

Therapists, Sex and Pornography Addiction,

  • In-office Jackson
  • $300 - $315
  • 4 reviews

Yechiel Aharonof, LCSW, supports teens, adults, & families through addiction & trauma using TF-CBT, ACT, MI, & more, with deep respect for religious values.


"My main goal in therapy is to make sure you feel like a whole person, not a diagnosis, not a project, and not something that needs to be fixed. I don’t believe your struggle defines you. You are …

  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ‘‚ Listener
  • πŸ₯‡ Empowering
  • 🌎 Holistic

Rachel Burnham

Dating Coach

  • Remote only
  • $200
  • 3 reviews

Rachel Burnham is a dating coach helping singles & parents gain clarity, confidence, & build healthy relationships using practical tools a& personalized guidance.


"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 …

  • πŸ’‘ Solution-oriented
  • πŸ₯‡ Empowering
  • 🐣 Out of the box
  • 🀝 Collaborative

Ella Khanimov, LMSW

Therapists, Licensed Master Social Work

  • Remote only
  • $100 - $150
  • Insurance

Ella Khanimov, LMSW, uses CBT, ACT, and more to support her clients with emotional regulation, relationships, coping skills, and life transitions and challenges.


"My approach to therapy is client-centered and rooted in empathy, authenticity, and collaboration. I believe that therapy should be a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients feel seen, heard, understood, and valued. I work alongside my clients to explore …

  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ‘‚ Listener
  • πŸ’‘ Solution-oriented
  • πŸ’­ Open minded

Mindy Friedman, LCSW

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

  • In-office Airmont
  • $200

Mindy Friedman, LCSW, adopts a holistic & non-pathologizing approach. She uses a trauma-informed approach & integrates various modalities to help her clients heal.


"In my practice, I work from a holistic, collaborative, and non-pathologizing lens. I am grounded in an attachment perspective, which means I look at each person within the full context of their life and relationships. My goal is …

  • πŸ’­ Open minded
  • 🌎 Holistic
  • πŸ™ Spiritual
  • 🀝 Collaborative

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
  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ‘‚ Listener
  • πŸ™Œ Affirming

Aaron Silverman, LCSW

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

  • Remote only
  • $145 - $185

Aaron Silverman, LCSW, supports teens, adults, couples, and families, using CBT, DBT, IFS, and somatic work for anxiety, transitions, and stress.


"I work with couples, families, adults, and teens who struggle with being themselves in the world, especially around transitions, beginnings, and endings. These can be times when old patterns get stirred up and it feels hard to stay …

  • πŸ˜ƒ Humorous
  • πŸ‘‚ Listener
  • πŸ™Œ Affirming
  • πŸ”₯ Energetic

Pesach Tikvah

Achieving Peace of Mind

  • In-office Brooklyn
  • Insurance

Pesach Tikvah offers culturally sensitive mental health care, addiction support, therapy, developmental disability services, and holistic community programs.


"Pesach Tikvah provides an extensive array of programs and services designed to support individuals across the lifespan, ensuring that no one feels left behind. Each offering reflects the organization’s mission to address the diverse needs of the community …

  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ’‘ Solution-oriented
  • πŸ™ Spiritual
  • 🀝 Collaborative

Rachel Toiv, LMHC

Therapists, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC

  • Remote only
  • $170
  • Insurance

Rachel Toiv, LPC, LMHC incorporates an array of modalities to create a personalized & effective therapeutic experience tailored to your distinctive journey.


"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 …

  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ’‘ Solution-oriented
  • πŸ™Œ Affirming
  • πŸ₯‡ Empowering

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 …

  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ‘‚ Listener
  • πŸ’‘ Solution-oriented
  • πŸ™Œ Affirming

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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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