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Professionals Who Specialize in Motivational Interviewing

Rachel Brezel, LMHC

Therapist, 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, …

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

Sury Klein, LMSW

Therapist, Licensed Master of Social Work

  • In-office Lakewood
  • $200

Sury Klein, LMSW, uses IFS, Sandtray therapy, & more as she helps clients overcome trauma, addiction, recovery, and successfully navigate life transitions.


"I don't start with trying to get rid of a behavior or reaction. I want to understand what it's doing for you. If a part of you shuts down when someone gets close, there may be a reason. …

  • 💙 Warm
  • 😃 Humorous
  • 🧘 Calm
  • 🤝 Collaborative

Brenda Landau, LCSW

Therapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

  • In-office Brooklyn
  • $200

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"My approach is primarily relational, and I use humor when appropriate. We work on understanding your attachment history, and how it shows up in your life. We address unresolved trauma, and work towards healing and growing from those …

  • 🎯 Direct
  • 💙 Warm
  • 😃 Humorous

Dr. Benson Fox, PsyD

Therapist, Psychologist

  • In-office Woodmere
  • $200 - $250
  • Insurance
  • 14 reviews

Dr. Benson Fox, PsyD, offers integrative, solution-focused therapy for anxiety, shame, self-doubt, relationship struggles, life crises, & lasting personal growth.


"My style is both compassionate and direct. I believe people need understanding and validation, but they also deserve honesty. My role is not simply to make you feel better in the moment, but to help you see yourself …

  • 😃 Humorous
  • 💪 Challenging
  • 💡 Solution-oriented
  • 🐣 Out of the box

Liat Adelman, LMSW

Therapist, Licensed Master Social Work

  • In-office Queens
  • $210 - $260

Liat Adelman, LMSW, helps clients build greater awareness of emotions, uncover patterns, & discover more compassionate ways of relating to themselves & others.


"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 …

  • 💙 Warm
  • 👂 Listener
  • 💭 Open minded
  • 🧘 Calm

Rachel Toiv, LMHC

Therapist, 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 …

  • 💙 Warm
  • 💡 Solution-oriented
  • 🙌 Affirming
  • 🥇 Empowering

Estee Esses, LMSW

Therapist, 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, LMHC, CASAC-T

Therapist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor: IN PERSON SESSIONS ONLY

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

Pessy Neuwirth, LMHC, 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

Malka Liss

Therapist, Licensed Social Worker

  • In-office Howell
  • $150 - $200

Malka Liss, LSW, helps clients overcome OCD, anxiety, body image issues, and trauma using CBT, DBT, IFS, ERP, inner child work, and more.


"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, …

  • 💙 Warm
  • 🥇 Empowering
  • 💭 Open minded
  • 🤝 Collaborative

Shirley Pakdaman, Psy.D.

Therapist, Psychologist & Jewish Dating Coach

  • Remote only
  • $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
  • 😃 Humorous
  • 💡 Solution-oriented
  • 🙏 Spiritual

Simi Fromen, Coach

Life Coach | Somatic| Soul Work

  • Remote only
  • $200
  • 4 reviews

Simi Fromen provides empowerment & somatic coaching rooted in somatic practices and spirituality to support healing, resilience, and lasting personal growth.


"My approach to coaching is integrative, compassionate, and grounded in somatic practices that gently guide people back into connection with their bodies. I draw on breathwork, mindfulness, movement, journaling, mindset, and somatic healing tools to help clients regulate …

  • 💙 Warm
  • 🥇 Empowering
  • 🔥 Energetic
  • 🌎 Holistic

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

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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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