Professionals Who Specialize in Positive Psychology
Naomi Lerman - Victory Dance Coaching
Certified Somatic Trauma-Informed Coach
"My approach to coaching is rooted in the belief that lasting healing happens when we care for the whole person: mind, body, and soul. While insight is an important part of the healing process, understanding ourselves alone doesn't …
Judith Blumenthal, LMHC
Therapists, Licensed Mental Health Counselor; IN PERSON SESSIONS ONLY
"My approach to counseling is straightforward: do what works best for the client. I do not rely exclusively on one or two modalities. Instead, I draw from a wide range of theories and strategies, tailoring my approach to …
Matthew Mandelbaum
Therapists, PhD, MSEd, MA
"My approach is centered on establishing a strong therapeutic alliance with each client, combining support and validation with skill development to help them achieve their unique goals. Through personalized cognitive, social, and emotional interventions, I aim to empower …
Esther (Ellen) Gendelman
Therapists, Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
"I believe that close connections are the essence of a fulfilling life. Without meaningful relationships, life can feel dark and lonely. In my practice, I've found that a positive, nurturing approach centered on identifying and building strengths, drawing …
Lauren Fuchs, LCSW
Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker
"I believe therapy works best when it feels like a genuine collaboration. You are the expert on your own life and experiences, and my role is to offer perspective, ask thoughtful questions, and provide practical tools that help …
Alana Stern
ADHD Coach
"ADHD coaching is not about fixing what is wrong with you. It is about finally making peace with your brain and learning how to work with it instead of constantly trying to fight against it. I coach you …
Michelle Mattie Smith, LSW
Therapists, Licensed Social Worker
"I’m a bit of a jack of all trades, with a Master of Social Work and a deep passion for supporting children and teens. Over the years, I’ve had the opportunity to work with youth in a variety …
Shirley Pakdaman, Psy.D.
Therapists, Psychologist & Jewish Dating Coach
"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 …
Raizel Schusterman
Licensed Life Coach
"A fundamental principle in the positive coaching approach is that through probing questions, an attentive ear, and the theories of Positive Psychology, the client will realize that they have the power, the ability, the strength, and the self-efficacy …
Simi Gottesman
Empowerment Coach, Thetahealing & Transforming Touch (TEB) Practitioner
"My approach is warm, intuitive, trauma-informed, and deeply individualized. I meet my clients exactly where they are, emotionally, spiritually, and in their level of self-awareness. There is no forcing, pushing, or expectation that you need to be anywhere …
Illysa T. Hom, NASM-CPT, CNC, IIN-HC
Health Coach & Personal Trainer
"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 …
Yaakov Diner, PMHNP-BC
Psychiatrist, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
"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, …
Trending Content for Positive Psychology
Your partner has a flaw. You’ve brought it up, but no serious change has been made. You’re bothered by it, but you’ve been having patience, tolerating and containing it. Then…
Full Article
Men complain their wife's emotional fluctuation drives them crazy. Women share their husband's choices frustrate them. Yet, if they succeed in changing one another, things get WORSE… So now what?
Full Article
When a couple begins the work of real change, there is an unspoken expectation that the graph of happiness will simply move up and to the right. We imagine that…
Full Article
This past week in the counting of the omer, we focused on the power of Gevura, which is all about inner strength, discipline, respectfulness. So it's a good time to…
Full Article
According to the Rashash, Passover is a cosmic glitch designed to let you escape your own programming. The "Leap" — An Unearned UpgradeMost self-growth is step-by-step. Passover is different —…
Full Article
Most people don't live; they react. They confuse control for protection and insecurity for kindness. This leads to nonstop problems in life and relationships. During Sefirat HaOmer, we are called…
Full Article