Professionals Who Specialize in Autism Spectrum Disorder

Chaya Spigelman, PA-C

Psychiatrist, Physician Associate - Certified

  • Remote only
  • $200 - $400 Per Session
  • 4 reviews

Chaya Spigelman, PA-C, provides holistic psychiatric care for women experiencing PMDD, postpartum, infertility, & menopause via integrative, personalized treatments.


"At the heart of my work is a singular motivation: to help improve your quality of life in a meaningful, lasting way. If you’re navigating hormone-related mental health challenges and longing to be seen, heard, and understood by …

  • 🌎 Holistic
  • 🎨 Creative
  • 🀝 Collaborative

Teen Therapy Group

Support Groups, Group therapy for high school aged teens in NJ & NY

  • In-office Teaneck
  • $25 - $150 Per Session

Teen Therapy Group is a therapist-led support group helping teens manage emotions, build social skills, and navigate stress through guided discussion and activities.


"Teens who are looking for a supportive space where they can connect with peers while learning practical skills to better manage their emotions and relationships. Adolescence can bring many challenges, and having a place to talk openly with …

Nechama Woitovich, MSED, DIR-A

Therapists, DIR/Floortime Therapist

  • In-office Highland Park
  • $300 Per Session
  • 1 review

Nechama Woitovich is a Floortime therapist helping children and teens build emotional, social, and play skills through parent-supported, strength-based therapy.


"My approach to therapy is strength-based, focusing on each child’s abilities and potential. We use activities that are exciting and engaging, which helps children learn skills more deeply and more quickly. I empower parents to form meaningful, connected …

  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ’‘ Solution-oriented
  • πŸ™Œ Affirming

Shauli Wagschal, MHC-LP CASAC-T

Therapists, Mental Health Counselor, Limited Permit: IN PERSON SESSIONS ONLY

  • In-office Brooklyn
  • $100 - $200 Per Session
  • Insurance

Shauli Wagschal is a therapist who integrates an existential perspective, in addition to CBT, DBT, & ACT to empower his clients to find meaning & purpose in life.


"My approach begins with a humanistic, person-centered foundation. I deeply believe that people are inherently good and possess the ability to grow, heal, and create meaningful change when supported in the right environment. By fostering empathy, unconditional positive …

  • πŸ‘‚ Listener
  • πŸ’‘ Solution-oriented
  • 🌎 Holistic
  • 🐣 Out of the box

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 …

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

Yehoshua Kronglas, LSW

Therapists, Licensed Social Worker

  • Insurance

Yehoshua Kronglas, LSW, uses a person-centered approach, CBT, & psychoeducation to support relationships, mental health, & personal growth in a judgment-free manner.


"I take a person-centered approach, valuing each client's unique lived experience and perspective. My goal is to provide a supportive and empowering environment where they feel safe to explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors without judgment. Together, we …

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

Chana Kaiman, LCSW-RPT

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Registered Play Therapist

  • In-office Brooklyn
  • $220 Per Session
  • Insurance
  • 4 reviews

Chana Kaiman, LCSW-RPT, is a trauma-informed therapist who supports clients with anxiety and behavioral concerns using play therapy & strengths-based approaches.


"My approach to therapy is grounded in relationship, safety, and attunement. I believe meaningful change begins when clients feel deeply seen, heard, and understood, and I prioritize creating a calm, predictable, and emotionally safe therapeutic space. I work …

  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ˜ƒ Humorous
  • πŸ‘‚ Listener
  • πŸ™Œ Affirming

Yaakov Diner, PMHNP-BC

Psychiatrist, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Remote only
  • $185 - $300 Per Session
  • Insurance

Yaakov Diner is a frum psychiatric medication provider integrating therapy, medication management, & more to support healing, resilience, & wellness.


"My approach is deeply holistic and highly individualized. I believe true healing happens when we consider the whole person β€” mind, body, and environment β€” so I take into account psychological patterns, physical health, social dynamics, cultural identity, …

  • πŸ’­ Open minded
  • πŸ₯‡ Empowering
  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ’‘ Solution-oriented

Ari Perl

Therapists, LCSW

  • In-office Kew Gardens Hills
  • $250 - $300 Per Session
  • Insurance

Ari Perl is a frum licensed clinical social worker whose approach to therapy is grounded in a humanistic, holistic, and non-pathologizing perspective.


"With Ari you find self-discovery and personal growth- that gets results. The therapeutic relationship is so powerful because of the innate qualities of each and every one of us. Wholesome Process & Results. Ari is humanistic, holistic, and …

  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • 🌎 Holistic

Hendy Baum, LMT

Licensed Massage & Craniosacral Therapist

  • In-office Stony Point
  • $180 - $250 Per Session
  • Insurance
  • 1 review

Hendy Baum is a certified massage & craniosacral therapist helping women, children, and families release tension, trauma, and stress through gentle bodywork.


"My approach centers on the body’s natural ability to move toward healing when the nervous system is supported. Using Craniosacral Therapy, Lymphatic Drainage, SomatoEmotional Release, and therapeutic massage, I work gently but directly with the areas where stress …

  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • 🌎 Holistic
  • πŸ™ Spiritual
  • 🧘 Calm

Collaborative Minds Psychotherapy LLC

Licensed Clinical Social Workers

  • In-office Teaneck
  • 1 review

Collaborative Minds Psychotherapy offers individual & group therapy using CBT, DBT, ACT, & trauma-informed care to support adolescents, young adults, & families.


"At Collaborative Minds Psychotherapy, our approach to therapy is relational, thoughtful, and deeply human. We believe that true healing happens within safe, attuned relationships, not through fixing, forcing, or pathologizing. Our clinicians focus on creating spaces where clients …

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

Ohel Family

Hope. Strength. Community. Understanding Needs. Transforming Lives.

  • In-office Brooklyn
  • Insurance

Ohel Family is a Frum Outpatient Clinic


"Ohel provides a broad spectrum of mental health and substance use services to meet the needs of individuals and families of all ages: Outpatient Counseling for Adults:Ohel offers therapy for adults dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, or …

  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ’‘ Solution-oriented
  • πŸ₯‡ Empowering
  • πŸ’­ Open minded

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Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorder in the Jewish Community

Hello and welcome to our dedicated space for discussing and addressing Autism Spectrum Disorder within the Jewish community. Our site features a diverse range of professionals, therapists, and content focused on supporting individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder and their families in the Jewish community.

Unique Challenges of Autism Spectrum Disorder in the Jewish Community

When individuals within the Jewish community are diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder, they face a specific set of challenges that are often shaped by distinct cultural and religious factors. These challenges can affect social interaction, communication, and behavior, and may be influenced by the community's traditions, beliefs, and practices. It can manifest in various ways, just like Autism Spectrum Disorder in the general population, and it can impact individuals' mental, social, and overall well-being.

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

Understanding and Addressing Autism Spectrum Disorder within the Jewish Community

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

Strategies for Addressing Autism Spectrum Disorder in the Jewish Community

Effective support and treatment for Jewish individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder 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 when necessary. Tailored therapies and interventions are developed to address the specific facets of Autism Spectrum Disorder within the Jewish community. It's crucial to seek professional guidance to navigate these challenges effectively, ensuring a path towards growth and inclusion. It's important to note that 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 Autism Spectrum Disorder within the Jewish community.

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