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

Ruchy Rosenberg, LMSW

Therapists, Licensed Sand Tray Therapist

  • In-office Brooklyn
  • $250 - $300
  • 1 review

Ruchy Rosenberg, LMSW, works with children, teens & adults using attachment-based, relational therapy with play, sand tray & Theraplay to foster healing and growth.


"My approach to therapy is deeply rooted in attachment theory and the profound belief that healing unfolds within the safety of trusting, supportive relationships. I’m committed to creating a warm, nurturing space where clients feel truly seen, heard, …

  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ’‘ Solution-oriented
  • πŸ₯‡ Empowering
  • 🧘 Calm

Tzipora Hastings

Dietitians, RDN

  • Remote only
  • $90 - $180
  • Insurance

Tzipora Hastings is a Frum Dietitian in Baltimore


"To me, nutrition is so personal! You are unique and require special attention to your needs. However, you are also not alone. There is a community of others experiencing similar challenges and I hope you can find comfort …

  • πŸ’‘ Solution-oriented
  • 🌎 Holistic
  • 🀝 Collaborative

Lori Esses, LMSW

Therapists, Licensed Master Social Worker

  • In-office Beit Shemesh
  • $200
  • 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
  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • 🧘 Calm

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

Reuven Cohen, LCSW

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW

  • In-office Brooklyn
  • $180
  • Insurance

Reuven Cohen, LCSW, uses an integrative approach that is deeply rooted in the understanding that each person is unique, complex, and constantly evolving.


"My approach to therapy is deeply rooted in the understanding that each person is unique and constantly evolving. People are complex, and this complexity requires an ever-adaptive, eclectic approach to therapy. I believe that a therapist's skills must …

  • πŸ₯‡ Empowering
  • 🎯 Direct
  • πŸ’ͺ Challenging
  • πŸ’‘ Solution-oriented

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

Deborah Asherian, LMHC

Therapists, Licensed Mental Health Counselor

  • In-office Long Island
  • $200 - $300
  • Insurance
  • 1 review

Deborah Asherian, LMHC, helps adults & couples with anxiety, depression, trauma, & relationship challenges using CBT, psychodynamic, mindfulness, & more.


"As a licensed psychotherapist with extensive experience, I am deeply committed to helping individuals navigate and make sense of life’s challenges. I work closely with clients to process difficult experiences and uncover pathways toward healing, growth, and resilience. …

  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ’ͺ Challenging
  • πŸ™Œ Affirming
  • πŸ₯‡ Empowering

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

Chaim Orelowitz, LCSW

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

  • In-office Jackson
  • $175 - $200
  • 1 review

Chaim Orelowitz, LCSW, uses psychodynamic therapy & CBT to support adolescents, adults, & families with anxiety, trauma, relationship issues.


"My approach to therapy begins with creating enough space for a person to bring in the full mess without feeling like they need to organize it first. People often come to therapy carrying years of thoughts, feelings, pressure, …

  • 🎯 Direct
  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ˜ƒ Humorous
  • 🐣 Out of the box

Talia Gutlove, LCSW, CST, C-PST

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW

  • In-office Five Towns
  • $225 - $250

Talia Gutlove, LCSW employs a holistic, collaborative approach, customizing the therapeutic process to best suit your unique needs and goals.


"In my practice, I strive to establish a safe, non-judgmental, and supportive environment where my clients can freely explore their emotions and embark on a journey toward positive change. I believe that each person is unique and no …

  • 🎯 Direct
  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ₯‡ Empowering
  • πŸ’­ Open minded

Rebecca Herman, RDN CDN

Dietitians, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist

  • Remote only
  • $150 - $185
  • Insurance
  • 2 reviews

Rachel Herman, RDN, offers a collaborative and empowering experience focused on helping her achieve their health and wellness goals.


"In my approach to nutrition counseling, I prioritize personalized care tailored to each individual's needs and circumstances. I firmly believe that one size does not fit all when it comes to nutrition, so I invest considerable effort in …

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

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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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