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

Simi Fromen, Coach

Life Coach | Somatic| Soul Work

  • Remote only
  • $200 Per Session
  • 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

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 …

  • 💙 Warm
  • 💡 Solution-oriented
  • 🙏 Spiritual
  • 🤝 Collaborative

Eli Willner, LCSW

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

  • In-office Southfield
  • $150 - $175 Per Session
  • 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
  • 😃 Humorous
  • 🥇 Empowering
  • 🎨 Creative

Illysa T. Hom, NASM-CPT, CNC, IIN-HC

Health Coach & Personal Trainer

  • $55 - $150 Per Session
  • 6 reviews

Illysa T. Hom, NASM-CPT, CNC, IIN-HC, health coach & personal trainer for women, uses TRX, kettlebells, Zumba, yoga & meditation to build strength, energy & balance.


"Individuality, flexibility, and support are at the core of my approach. Every person is unique, with their own needs, goals, and abilities, and I do not believe in one-size-fits-all workouts or coaching. Instead, I take the time to …

  • 👂 Listener
  • 🙌 Affirming
  • 🥇 Empowering
  • 🌎 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

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

Goldie Gotesman, LCSW

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

  • Remote only
  • $175 - $225 Per Session
  • Insurance
  • 1 review

Goldie Gotesman, LCSW, uses CBT, DBT, & Gestalt Therapy to support her clients with anxiety, OCD, ADHD, grief, panic, parenting challenges, and life transitions.


"My approach to therapy centers on supporting you in your experiences and meeting you where you are. I believe your story matters, and I strive to create a space where you feel heard, understood, and not rushed in …

  • 🎯 Direct
  • 💙 Warm
  • 😃 Humorous
  • 👂 Listener

Chaya Travis

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW

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

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 …

  • 💙 Warm
  • 😃 Humorous
  • 👂 Listener
  • 💡 Solution-oriented

Faigy Weiss, Coach

Transformational Life and Recovery Coach

  • In-office Spring Valley
  • $150 - $250 Per Session
  • 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 …

  • 💙 Warm
  • 👂 Listener
  • 🥇 Empowering
  • 🙏 Spiritual

Alana Stern

ADHD Coach

  • In-office Modi'in
  • $135 Per Session
  • 1 review

Alana Stern supports adults & teens with neurodivergent-affirming coaching to improve executive functioning, reduce overwhelm, and build sustainable habits.


"My approach to ADHD coaching is not about helping you become better at being normal. It is about learning to work with your neurodivergent brain instead of constantly fighting against it. I believe real change starts with understanding …

  • 👂 Listener
  • 💡 Solution-oriented
  • 🙌 Affirming
  • 🤝 Collaborative

Shaina Bryski, LMSW, CASAC-T

Therapists, Licensed Master Social Worker & CASAC-T: IN PERSON SESSIONS ONLY

  • In-office Brooklyn
  • $100 - $150 Per Session
  • Insurance

Shaina Bryski, LMSW, CASAC-T, helps individuals navigate trauma, anxiety, & life challenges through a compassionate, client-centered, & practical therapy approach.


"My approach to therapy is rooted in compassion, understanding, and a genuine commitment to meeting you where you are. As a client-centered therapist, I specialize in supporting young adults and adults as they navigate trauma, anxiety, depression, addiction, …

  • 🥇 Empowering
  • 💭 Open minded
  • 🌎 Holistic
  • 🐣 Out of the box

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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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