Professionals Who Specialize in Motivational Interviewing

Rachel Brezel, LMHC

Therapists, Licensed Mental Health Counselor

  • In-office Brooklyn
  • $450 Per Session
  • 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

Shauli Wagschal, MHC-LP CASAC-T

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

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

Shauli Wagschal is a therapist who integrates an existential perspective, in addition to CBT, DBT, & ACT to empower his clients to find meaning & purpose in life.


"My approach begins with a humanistic, person-centered foundation. I deeply believe that people are inherently good and possess the ability to grow, heal, and create meaningful change when supported in the right environment. By fostering empathy, unconditional positive …

  • 👂 Listener
  • 💡 Solution-oriented
  • 🌎 Holistic
  • 🐣 Out of the box

Elizabeth Tabbouche, MS, RDN, CDN

Dietitians, Registered Dietian

  • Remote only
  • $55 - $150 Per Session
  • 1 review

Elizabeth Tabbouche, RDN, specializes in GLP-1 diet plans, hormone health, & sustainable nutrition strategies for long-term balance & success.


"I take a root-cause, science-backed approach to nutrition, focusing on why your body feels out of balance rather than just addressing the symptoms. My style is supportive, flexible, and personalized, so your plan fits seamlessly into your life. …

  • 💙 Warm
  • 👂 Listener
  • 💡 Solution-oriented
  • 🌎 Holistic

Eliana Balk Moore, MSW, RYT

Therapists, Master of Social Work, Registerd Yoga Teacher

  • In-office Hollywood
  • $50 - $150 Per Session
  • Insurance
  • 1 review

Eliana Balk Moore, MSW, RYT, is a therapist & yoga teacher who uses CBT, DBT, & more to support clients with relationships, life transitions, & personal growth.


"I take an eclectic approach to therapy, while staying rooted in both cognitive behavioral and attachment-based theories of behavior. Practically, this means we will explore common thought patterns that may be influencing your behavior, alongside relational patterns that …

  • 💙 Warm
  • 💡 Solution-oriented
  • 🙌 Affirming
  • 🤝 Collaborative

Yaakov Diner, PMHNP-BC

Psychiatrist, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Remote only
  • $185 - $300 Per Session
  • 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 — mind, body, and environment — so I take into account psychological patterns, physical health, social dynamics, cultural identity, …

  • 💭 Open minded
  • 🥇 Empowering
  • 💙 Warm
  • 💡 Solution-oriented

Lori Esses, LMSW

Therapists, Licensed Master Social Worker

  • In-office Beit Shemesh
  • $175 Per Session
  • 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

Shoshana Zelcer, LMSW

Therapists, Licensed Master Social Worker

  • In-office Cedarhurst
  • $100 - $120 Per Session
  • Insurance
  • 1 review

Shoshana Zelcer, LMSW, offers strengths based, goal focused therapy for children, teens, & adults, to help improve their anxiety, relationships, self esteem, & more.


"I guide my clients using a strengths based and goal oriented approach, helping each individual recognize and highlight the abilities they already carry within themselves. I believe that real growth begins when a person can see their own …

  • 💙 Warm
  • 💡 Solution-oriented
  • 🥇 Empowering
  • 💭 Open minded

Estee Esses, LMSW

Therapists, Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW

  • Remote only
  • $150 - $150 Per Session

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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Justine Friedman

Dietitians, Registered Clinical Dietician & Mindset Mentor

  • In-office Modi'in
  • ₪300 - ₪1500 Per Session
  • 13 reviews

Justine Friedman is a holistic dietician who supports women with emotional eating, stress, hormones, and body image through nutrition and mindset coaching.


"My approach to nutrition counseling and coaching is compassionate, personalised, and holistic. I combine evidence-based nutrition with mindset coaching, behaviour change strategies, nervous system support, and practical lifestyle guidance to help clients create sustainable changes that work in …

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

Sury Klein, LMSW

Therapists, Licensed Master of Social Work

  • In-office Lakewood
  • $200 Per Session

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


"My work focuses on the intersection of trauma, attachment, addiction, and nervous system survival patterns. Many clients come to therapy confused by their own reactions. They may intellectually understand their past, but still feel emotionally reactive, disconnected, stuck …

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

Aaron Silverman, LCSW

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

  • Remote only
  • $145 - $185 Per Session

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 …

  • 😃 Humorous
  • 👂 Listener
  • 🙌 Affirming
  • 🔥 Energetic

Moshe Norman

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW

  • In-office Lakewood
  • $225 - $300 Per Session

Moshe Norman is a Frum Therapist in Lakewood


"My approach to therapy is bottom-up. Meaning, we examine early life experiences to understand present-day conflict and suffering. Your past is your present! I help my clients gain deep insight into their past and present life and identify …

  • 🙌 Affirming
  • 💙 Warm
  • 👂 Listener
  • 😃 Humorous

Upcoming Events for Motivational Interviewing

Anxiety/OCD Group for Men

  • June 7, 2026 • 8:30 PM
  • Online (Zoom/Link) | $25/person

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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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