Professionals Who Specialize in Addiction

The Place - The Jerusalem Centre for Emotional Wellbeing

Welcome to The Place, where you belong.

  • In-office Jerusalem

The Place is a Jerusalem-based mental health therapy center offering support grounded in Torah values and community understanding for individuals and families.


"The Place offers individual therapy, support groups, teletherapy, interactive lectures, and educational classes. Our comfortable and confidential clinic allows you and your family to create positive change in an environment where you can feel at ease. We work …

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Eli Goldberg

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, CASAC

  • In-office Jerusalem
  • $200 - $250

I draw from various therapeutic modalities such as cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness, somatic, and psychodynamic to tailor my approach to each client's unique needs.


"My approach to therapy is based on creating a safe and welcoming space for clients to explore their inner selves and find solutions to their challenges. I draw from various therapeutic modalities such as cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness, somatic, and …

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  • πŸ˜ƒ Humorous
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Lauren Fuchs, LCSW

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

  • Remote only
  • $260 - $300
  • 3 reviews

Lauren Fuchs, LCSW, uses CBT, psychodynamic, mindfulness, and solution-focused therapy to support clients with anxiety, relationships, life transitions, and growth.


"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 …

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Ari Poliakoff, LCSW, LCSW-C

Therapists, Psychotherapist

  • Remote only
  • $200 - $250
  • Insurance

Ari Poliakoff, LCSW, helps his clients build a foundation of self-support and empowerment themselves while they get "unstuck" & move towards healing & growth.


"Wouldn't it be great if your therapist didn't just listen to you, but helped YOU listen to yourself? You know, that part of yourself that gets lost among all your responsibilities and commitments and social media and stress …

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  • 🀝 Collaborative

Mendel Toron, LCSW

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

  • In-office Aventura
  • $225 - $350
  • 4 reviews

Mendel Toron, LCSW, uses EMDR, IFS, psychodynamic, & somatic therapy to help clients address trauma, anxiety, relationship issues, & religious identity concerns.


"Through my work with clients, I began to notice a trend. While traditional talk therapy can be helpful, there often comes a point where people feel stuck in the same patterns, beliefs, and ways of responding, and struggle …

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  • πŸ’‘ Solution-oriented
  • πŸ₯‡ Empowering

Raizel Schusterman

Licensed Life Coach

  • In-office Massachusetts
  • $125

Raizel Schusterman uses a positive psychology-based life coaching approach that helps clients gain tools to tap into their inner strength, wisdom, and wonder.


"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 …

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  • πŸ‘‚ Listener
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Sarah Yoffe, Certified Life Coach

Addiction recovery, Trauma,, Mind Body and Soul

  • In-office Lakewood
  • $200 - $250
  • 1 review

Sarah Yoffe is a life coach who firmly believes in imparting coaching & teaching tools today, in order to pave the way for a more serene & composed tomorrow.


"My coaching philosophy centers around a process of acknowledging and embracing emotions. I encourage individuals to first immerse themselves in their feelings, providing the necessary space for their bodies to absorb and process these emotions. For those who …

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  • πŸ’­ Open minded
  • πŸ™ Spiritual

Rafi Smith, Psychotherapist

Therapists, Psychotherapist

  • In-office Jerusalem
  • $120
  • 2 reviews

Rafi Smith, Psychotherapist, helps Jewish teens and adults navigate life’s challenges with personalized therapy, building insight, resilience, and balance.


"I often describe my approach as helping people move from simply surviving to genuinely thriving. My goal is to create a warm, open, and safe space where you can feel fully seen, heard, and accepted. In that space, …

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  • 🎨 Creative
  • 🧘 Calm

Yonina Kaufman

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW-R, PMH - C,

  • Remote only
  • $225 - $250

With training in maternal mental health, grief and bereavement, and trauma, I help clients navigate their complex emotions during times of grief and mourning.


"Specializing in assisting women and couples who have experienced perinatal and infant loss, infertility, and perinatal or postpartum mood and anxiety disorders, my approach is grounded in evidence-based practices. With training in maternal mental health, grief and bereavement, …

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  • πŸ‘‚ Listener

Orly Rosenzweig, LCSW

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

  • Remote only
  • $150 - $300
  • Insurance
  • 1 review

Orly Rosenzweig, LCSW, is trauma-informed therapist who uses CBT & DBT approaches to help her clients with anxiety, loneliness, dysregulation, & healing.


"My approach to therapy is rooted in truly being there for you in the way that you need me. I believe that therapy is not one-size-fits-all, which is why I thoughtfully and carefully intertwine different approaches depending on …

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  • 🧘 Calm
  • 🀝 Collaborative

Yossi Winner, MFT

Therapists, Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT

  • In-office Boca Raton
  • $250 - $300

Yossi Winner, MFT integrates diverse approaches, such as CBT, DBT, IFS, and more to meet the unique needs of each client, fostering growth, healing, and well-being.


"My therapeutic approach is deeply rooted in evidence-based practices, ensuring that the methods I use are backed by research and proven to be effective. I combine person-centered and attachment-based theories, which emphasize the importance of a supportive and …

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Dina Cohen, MA, CSAT

Therapists, Certified Sex(Porn)Addiction Therapist

  • Remote only
  • $200 - $250

Dinah Cohen, CSAT, compassionately guides clients in exploring the underlying dynamics of maladaptive behaviors to understand the purposes these behaviors serve.


"In my approach to counseling, I place a profound emphasis on the transformative power of the therapeutic relationship. Regardless of the specific modalities employed, I recognize that the core of healing is often rooted in the quality of …

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  • 🀝 Collaborative

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Understanding Addiction in the Jewish Community

Hello and welcome to our dedicated space for discussing and addressing addiction within the Jewish community. Our site features a diverse range of professionals, therapists, and content focused on combating and understanding addiction in the Jewish community.

Unique Challenges of Addiction in the Jewish Community

When individuals within the Jewish community struggle with addiction, it represents a specific category of challenges shaped by distinct cultural and religious factors. Substance abuse, behavioral addictions like gambling, and process addictions can all impact the Jewish community in unique ways. Often, cultural norms, religious beliefs, and community dynamics play a significant role. Addiction can manifest in various forms and can have detrimental effects on individuals' mental, social, and physical well-being.

Watch the videos below to gain insights from Jewish professionals, therapists, and advocates. These resources offer extensive knowledge on addressing addiction within the Jewish community, providing expert guidance and culturally sensitive approaches.

Understanding and Addressing Addiction within the Jewish Community

Addiction is a pressing concern across various communities, with the Jewish community facing its own specific obstacles. While the broader societal understanding of addiction exists, the intricacies of relationships and dynamics within the Jewish community add layers of complexity. Addiction within the Jewish community can affect individuals regardless of age, gender, or background, highlighting the need for awareness and targeted interventions.

Strategies for Addressing Addiction in the Jewish Community

Effective support and treatment for Jewish individuals struggling with addiction necessitate approaches that are culturally and religiously attuned. This encompasses therapy that respects religious beliefs and cultural practices, community support networks that provide a sense of belonging and understanding, and accessible resources for recovery. Tailored therapies and interventions are developed to address the specific facets of addiction within the Jewish community. It's crucial to seek professional guidance to navigate these challenges effectively, ensuring a path towards healing and recovery. Our professionals are experts in their fields, bringing both specialized knowledge and a deep understanding of cultural nuances to their work

Our directory features professionals, including Therapists, Psychiatrists & Coaches, who offer culturally sensitive support for those navigating Addiction within the Jewish community.

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