Professionals Who Specialize in Addiction

Dan Cohen, LMHC

Therapists, Licensed Mental Health Counselor

  • Remote only
  • $120 - $180
  • Insurance
  • 5 reviews

Dan Cohen, LMHC, used CBT & DBT to help teens, adults, and students with anxiety, relationships, life transitions, emotional resilience, and personal growth.


"Building a strong foundation of trust is one of the most important aspects of my work as a therapist. From our very first session, I focus on creating an environment where you feel safe, comfortable, and genuinely understood. …

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  • πŸ‘‚ Listener
  • πŸ’‘ Solution-oriented

Yeshaya Kraus

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW

  • In-office Queens
  • $225

The main focus of my work is to always see a person as more than just the sum of his challenges and as more than just someone with "problems".


"I use a number of modalities when working with clients, including IFS, CBT, and EFT. My job is to help my clients see themselves as more than just the sum of their challenges, and as more than just …

  • 🎯 Direct
  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ‘‚ Listener
  • πŸ™Œ Affirming

Sury Klein, LMSW

Therapists, Licensed Master of Social Work

  • In-office Lakewood
  • $200

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


"I don't start with trying to get rid of a behavior or reaction. I want to understand what it's doing for you. If a part of you shuts down when someone gets close, there may be a reason. …

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  • πŸ˜ƒ Humorous
  • 🧘 Calm
  • 🀝 Collaborative

Gavriel Pliver, PMHNP-BC

Psychiatrist, Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP

  • In-office Lakewood
  • $200 - $600
  • 2 reviews

Gavriel Pliver, PMHNP-BC, embraces a holistic approach to wellness, recognizing that mental health is intricately connected to various facets of our lives.


"As a psychiatric mental health prescriber, my philosophy revolves around embracing a holistic approach to wellness. Recognizing that mental health is intricately connected to various facets of our lives, I advocate for addressing the entirety of our being …

  • 🎯 Direct
  • πŸ‘‚ Listener
  • πŸ’‘ Solution-oriented
  • πŸ₯‡ Empowering

Estee Esses, LMSW

Therapists, Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW

  • Remote only
  • $150

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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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 …

  • 🎯 Direct
  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • 🀝 Collaborative

Dovi Shenkman, LMSW, M.Ed

Therapists, Licensed Master Social Work

  • Remote only
  • $100 - $150
  • Insurance
  • 1 review

Dovi Shenkman, LMSW, helps clients using supportive, CBT & connection-based therapy to address anxiety, stress, confidence, identity, and relationships.


"My approach to therapy is relatable, supportive, and built around connection. I believe teens and adolescents need a space where they can be themselves, talk openly, and feel genuinely heard without judgment, pressure, or lectures. Building trust is …

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  • πŸ‘‚ Listener
  • πŸ₯‡ Empowering
  • πŸ™ Spiritual

Mattie Chein, LCSW

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

  • Remote only
  • $250 - $300
  • 5 reviews

Mattie Chein, LCSW, uses EMDR, somatic work, CBT, and DBT to help adults with anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, and life transitions.


"Together we will look beneath the stress and long standing patterns to understand what is really going on, not just what is showing up on the surface. We will take time to make sense of your experiences and …

  • 🎯 Direct
  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ’‘ Solution-oriented
  • πŸ’­ Open minded

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, …

  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ₯‡ Empowering
  • 🎨 Creative
  • 🧘 Calm

Brenda Landau, LCSW

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

  • In-office Brooklyn
  • $200

Rivky Brenda Landau is a Frum Therapist in New York


"My approach is primarily relational, and I use humor when appropriate. We work on understanding your attachment history, and how it shows up in your life. We address unresolved trauma, and work towards healing and growing from those …

  • 🎯 Direct
  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ˜ƒ Humorous

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, …

  • πŸ™Œ Affirming
  • πŸ₯‡ Empowering
  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ‘‚ Listener

Yossi Strom MS, BACP

Therapists, British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy

  • In-office London
  • $150 - $200
  • Insurance
  • 19 reviews

Yossi Strom MS, BACP, is an integrative therapist who uses psychodynamic, IFS, & trauma-informed approaches to support individuals through deep healing.


"My work is grounded in several integrative and relational approaches that allow me to meet each client where they are, with flexibility and depth. I draw from Focused Psychodynamic Therapy to explore the unconscious patterns and early relational …

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  • πŸ˜ƒ Humorous
  • πŸ’ͺ Challenging
  • πŸ₯‡ Empowering

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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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