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

Eli Goldberg

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, CASAC

  • In-office Jerusalem
  • $200 - $250

I draw from various therapeutic modalities such as cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness, somatic, and psychodynamic to tailor my approach to each client's unique needs.


"My approach to therapy is based on creating a safe and welcoming space for clients to explore their inner selves and find solutions to their challenges. I draw from various therapeutic modalities such as cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness, somatic, and …

  • 🧘 Calm
  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ˜ƒ Humorous
  • πŸ™ Spiritual

Fayga Zellermaier, LCSW

Therapists, Licensed Master Social Worker: IN PERSON SESSIONS ONLY

  • In-office Brooklyn
  • Insurance

Fayga Zellermaier, LMCW, uses an integrative approach, including CBT, DBT, IFS, & more to help her clients find immediate relief & create lasting change.


"I use an integrative approach, weaving together multiple modalities to create a uniquely tailored experience for each individual. My extensive training includes CBT, DBT, IFS, and ACT, as well as utilization of psychodynamic therapy, motivational interviewing, and play …

  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ’ͺ Challenging
  • 🎨 Creative

Shirley Pakdaman, Psy.D.

Therapists, Psychologist & Jewish Dating Coach

  • In-office Beverly Hills
  • $260 - $400
  • 3 reviews

Dr. Shirley Pakdaman is a psychologist & dating coach who uses cognitive & mindfulness-based approaches to support clients with relationships & personal growth.


"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 …

  • 🎯 Direct
  • πŸ˜ƒ Humorous
  • πŸ’‘ Solution-oriented
  • πŸ™ Spiritual

Taibke Hyman, LPC

Therapists, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor

  • In-office Pittsburgh
  • $150 - $170
  • Insurance

Taibke Hyman, LPC takes a holistic approach to therapy, utilizing modalities such as EMDR, Somatic-based therapy, & others, tailored to the needs of each client.


"In my practice, I take a holistic approach to therapy, utilizing a combination of various modalities such as Motivational Interviewing, EMDR, Parts work, Somatic based therapy, and others, tailored to the individual needs of each client. My approach …

  • πŸ₯‡ Empowering
  • 🌎 Holistic
  • πŸ’ͺ Challenging
  • πŸ‘‚ Listener

Chaya Travis

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW

  • In-office Far Rockaway
  • $200 - $250

Chaya Travis is a Frum Therapist


"As a therapist, I take an integrative and holistic approach to understanding and addressing the challenges my clients face. This means that I work collaboratively with my clients to explore how these challenges impact their lives in different …

  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ˜ƒ Humorous
  • πŸ‘‚ Listener
  • πŸ’‘ Solution-oriented

Yaakov Diner, PMHNP-BC

Psychiatrist, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Remote only
  • $185 - $300
  • Insurance

Yaakov Diner is a frum psychiatric medication provider integrating therapy, medication management, & more to support healing, resilience, & wellness.


"My approach is deeply holistic and highly individualized. I believe true healing happens when we consider the whole person β€” mind, body, and environment β€” so I take into account psychological patterns, physical health, social dynamics, cultural identity, …

  • πŸ’­ Open minded
  • πŸ₯‡ Empowering
  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ’‘ Solution-oriented

Faigy Weiss, Coach

Transformational Life and Recovery Coach

  • In-office Spring Valley
  • $150 - $250
  • 3 reviews

Faigy Weiss is a transformational life and recovery coach who helps women heal anxiety, OCD, trauma, addictions, and inner conflict through deep inner work.


"I firmly believe that every one of us holds an innate power to heal and recreate our realities from the bottom up and from the inside out. Our outer world often mirrors the landscape within us, reflecting the …

  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ‘‚ Listener
  • πŸ₯‡ Empowering
  • πŸ™ Spiritual

Eli Willner, LCSW

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

  • In-office Southfield
  • $150 - $175
  • Insurance
  • 1 review

Eli Willner, LCSW, uses CBT, ERP, psychodynamic, and person-centered therapy to treat anxiety, OCD, ADHD, trauma, and various relationship concerns.


"I start from the belief that when you feel you make sense, when your experiences feel understandable, meaningful change becomes possible. That sense of being truly seen and understood often opens the door to growth in powerful ways. …

  • 🎯 Direct
  • πŸ˜ƒ Humorous
  • πŸ₯‡ Empowering
  • 🎨 Creative

Leah Rabovsky, LCSW

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

  • In-office Lawrence
  • $225 - $250

Leah Rabovsky, LCSW, believes there is no β€œone-size-fits-all” to therapy and incorporates a trauma-informed and attachment-based approach to help her clients heal.


"My approach is flexible and personalized to each individual, because no two people or stories are the same. I offer a collaborative and open minded style of therapy where we discuss together which approaches feel most helpful and …

  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ₯‡ Empowering
  • πŸ’­ Open minded
  • 🀝 Collaborative

YD Goldstein, PhD

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Psychologist

  • In-office Highland Park
  • $250
  • Insurance
  • 5 reviews

YD Goldstein, Ph.D., is a Clinical Psychologist who uses CBT, ACT, and DBT to help teens and young adults with OCD, anxiety, PTSD, and phobias.


"My specialties involve treating phobias and OCD. At the heart of my work is the therapeutic relationship. I focus on building trust, collaborating to define meaningful goals, and creating practical steps to achieve them. I also work with …

  • πŸ‘‚ Listener
  • πŸ₯‡ Empowering
  • 🧘 Calm
  • 🀝 Collaborative

Raizy Mushell

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW-R

  • In-office Brooklyn
  • $225 - $250
  • 2 reviews

Raizy Mushell is a Frum Therapist, LCSW-R in New York


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  • πŸ’­ Open minded
  • 🎯 Direct
  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ’‘ Solution-oriented

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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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