Professionals Who Specialize in Addiction

Hannah Pasternak

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW and Clinical Manager

  • Remote only
  • $150 - $175 Per Session
  • Insurance

My aim is to provide a supportive environment where authenticity and compassion flourish, enabling us to work together towards your self-defined goals.


"In therapy, I prioritize building a strong therapeutic relationship based on trust. With a directive and strengths-based approach, I am focused on goal attainment and solutions, while creating a safe and non-judgmental space for you to navigate life's …

  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ˜ƒ Humorous
  • πŸ’‘ Solution-oriented
  • 🀝 Collaborative

Moshe Neiman

Trauma Treatment Mentor

  • In-office Spring Valley
  • $200 - $450 Per Session
  • 14 reviews

Mo (Moshe) Neiman's approach to coaching centers around creating a safe, compassionate space where clients can connect with their feelings rather than avoid them.


"To experience healing, one must fully embrace and experience their feelings even when they are challenging, as they act as gateways to deep understanding and growth in one's life. My approach emphasizes creating a supportive atmosphere that inspires …

  • 🎯 Direct
  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • 🐣 Out of the box
  • 🧘 Calm

Michelle Mattie Smith, LSW

Therapists, Licensed Social Worker

  • 1 review

Michelle Smith, LSW, supports children and teens using DBT, CBT, and relational approaches to build confidence, manage emotions, and navigate behavioral challenges.


"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 …

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  • πŸ˜ƒ Humorous
  • πŸ‘‚ Listener
  • πŸ’‘ Solution-oriented

Yechiel Aharonof

Therapists, Sex and Pornography Addiction,

  • In-office Jackson
  • $250 - $250 Per Session
  • 4 reviews

Yechiel Aharonof, LCSW, supports teens, adults, & families through addiction & trauma using TF-CBT, ACT, MI, & more, with deep respect for religious values.


"My main goal in therapy is to make sure you feel like a whole person, not a diagnosis, not a project, and not something that needs to be fixed. I don’t believe your struggle defines you. You are …

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  • πŸ‘‚ Listener
  • πŸ₯‡ Empowering
  • 🌎 Holistic

Raizel Schusterman

Licensed Life Coach

  • In-office Massachusetts
  • $125 Per Session

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 …

  • 🎯 Direct
  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ‘‚ Listener
  • πŸ’‘ Solution-oriented

Sara Newman, LMHC

Therapists, Licensed Mental Health Counselor

  • In-office North Woodmere
  • $250 - $275 Per Session

Sara Newman, LMHC, uses CBT, EMDR, and trauma-informed care to support clients through infertility, grief, trauma, addiction, and postpartum challenges.


"My approach to therapy is rooted in empathy, evidence-based practice, and a deep commitment to creating a safe and non-judgmental space for healing. I believe in meeting each individual and family exactly where they are, honoring their unique …

  • 🎯 Direct
  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ˜ƒ Humorous
  • πŸ‘‚ Listener

Sarah Yoffe, Certified Life Coach

Addiction recovery, Trauma,, Mind Body and Soul

  • In-office Lakewood
  • $150 - $200 Per Session

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 …

  • πŸ™Œ Affirming
  • πŸ₯‡ Empowering
  • πŸ’­ Open minded
  • πŸ™ Spiritual

Shimshon Sorkin

Coach

  • $120 - $200 Per Session
  • 1 review

Shimshon Sorkin coaches individuals, couples, and families to improve their emotional health and relationships using holistic, evidence-based approaches.


"My approach is holistic, collaborative, and centered on the unique needs of each client. I believe that meaningful and lasting change begins with awareness, with learning to understand patterns, emotions, beliefs, and behaviors as they show up in …

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

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 …

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

Brocha Silverstein

Therapists, Drug & Alcohol Counselor, SAP, NCAC, CASAC-G

  • Remote only

Let’s help you help yourself, let’s treat the disease as a disease and find sustained recovery, a recovery customized to your or your loved one’s disease.


"My specialization lies in helping individuals dealing with addiction issues such as drugs, alcohol, gambling, food, sex, pornography, or internet addiction. These struggles can be deeply personal and challenging, and it's essential to tackle them with a compassionate …

  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ’ͺ Challenging
  • 🌎 Holistic
  • πŸ™ Spiritual

Levi Rapoport

Therapists, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC

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

Using Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy, I teach people to second-guess the unhelpful rules they have written in their personal constitution.


"I believe deeply in human potential and one’s ability to see oneself beyond their behaviors and thoughts. Using Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy, I teach people to second guess the unhelpful rules they have written in their personal constitution. …

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

Dina Cohen, MA, CSAT

Therapists, Certified Sex(Porn)Addiction Therapist

  • Remote only
  • $200 - $250 Per Session

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

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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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