Professionals Who Specialize in Chronic illness

Fruma Weiss

Certified Emotion Code & Body Code Practitioner, Certified Life Coach

  • In-office New Haven
  • $60 - $160 Per Session
  • 5 reviews

Fruma Weiss guides clients to release emotional blocks using Emotion Code, Body Code, and coaching to reduce stress, improve relationships, and build self-trust.


"My approach gently blends Emotion Code with Body Code to support work that is both precise and effective. Many people are surprised by how powerful this process can be while still feeling simple and completely non invasive. I โ€ฆ

  • ๐Ÿ’™ Warm
  • ๐Ÿ‘‚ Listener
  • ๐Ÿ’ก Solution-oriented
  • ๐Ÿ™Œ Affirming

Meira Gorlin

Health and Wellness Coach

  • Remote only
  • $60 - $120 Per Session
  • 4 reviews

Meira Gorlin is a health coach specializing in chronic conditions, helping clients build sustainable habits, manage stress, & improve wellness with lasting support.


"My approach to health coaching is shaped by the three pillars of my education: psychology, business, and public health. From psychology, I bring empathy, curiosity about human motivation, and the ability to hold space where people feel safe, โ€ฆ

  • ๐Ÿ’™ Warm
  • ๐Ÿ‘‚ Listener
  • ๐Ÿ™Œ Affirming
  • ๐ŸŒŽ Holistic

Yvonne Venger, LCSW

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

  • In-office San Diego
  • $180 - $275 Per Session
  • 1 review

Yvonne Venger, LCSW, uses psychodynamic, CBT, and IFS approaches to help individuals gain insight, overcome challenges, and achieve lasting wellbeing.


"My approach to therapy is warm, interactive, supportive, and intentional. I strive to create a space where clients feel respected, understood, and accepted for who they are. I meet each person where they are, without imposing my own โ€ฆ

  • ๐Ÿ’™ Warm
  • ๐Ÿฅ‡ Empowering
  • ๐Ÿ’ญ Open minded
  • ๐Ÿค Collaborative

Marnie Kean, LCSW

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

  • Remote only
  • $175 - $225 Per Session
  • Insurance

Marnie Kean, LCSW, uses CBT, mindfulness, and Jewish values to support seniors, adults, and disabled clients in building coping skills and perspective.


"At The Practice with CARE, LLC, I bring Compassion, Advocacy, Reflection, and Emotional wellness to the forefront of my work. These core values guide the support I offer, helping clients develop coping skills that align with their individual โ€ฆ

  • ๐Ÿ’™ Warm
  • ๐Ÿ‘‚ Listener
  • ๐Ÿง˜ Calm

Batya Jacobs

Therapists, Narrative Therapist

  • In-office Matityahu
  • โ‚ช150 - โ‚ช300 Per Session
  • 1 review

Batya Jacobs is a psychotherapist who uses narrative therapy to help clients address trauma, relationships, & life challenges with creative, insight-driven work.


"Here is a refined version that keeps your voice, imagery, and clinical style while improving clarity and flow: Everyone deserves to live a fulfilling, safe, and comfortable life. In my work, I use Narrative Therapy, Psychodrama, and my โ€ฆ

  • ๐Ÿ’™ Warm
  • ๐Ÿ˜ƒ Humorous
  • ๐Ÿฅ‡ Empowering
  • ๐Ÿ’ญ Open minded

Frayde Yudkowsky

Therapists, LSW, LMSW, CTP

  • In-office Lakewood
  • $250 - $250 Per Session
  • 8 reviews

Frayde Yudkowsky, LMSW helps her clients heal physically, spiritually, and emotionally from the grip of shame and suffering and embrace themselves.


"Inclusive, Evidence-Based Healing for Systems, LGBTQIAPD+ Folks & Complex Trauma Survivors Real tools. Deep attunement. No one-size-fits-all. At THRIVE! Mental Health, our approach is trauma-informed, intersectional, and radically client-centered. We honor the whole youโ€”your identities, your parts, your โ€ฆ

  • ๐Ÿ’™ Warm
  • ๐Ÿ’ก Solution-oriented
  • ๐Ÿฅ‡ Empowering
  • ๐ŸŽจ Creative

Menachem Bernfeld, Ms.Ed. CLC

Ms.Ed. CLC

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

Menachem Bernfeld Ms.Ed. utilizes mindfulness & meditation, emotional regulation, & neuro-linguistic programming as tools to help clients achieve balance & success.


"I utilize mindfulness and meditation, emotional regulation, and neuro-linguistic programming as my primary techniques to help individuals achieve balance and success in their lives. Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) is a field of study that explores the relationship between language, โ€ฆ

  • ๐Ÿ”ฅ Energetic
  • ๐Ÿฅ‡ Empowering
  • ๐Ÿ’™ Warm
  • ๐Ÿง˜ Calm

Michal Goldman, LCSW

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

  • In-office Kew Gardens Hills
  • $250 Per Session
  • 3 reviews

Michal Goldman, LCSW, helps individuals and couples strengthen relationships, build emotional connection, and create lasting change using EFT, Imago therapy, & more.


"My approach to therapy is primarily experiential, which means I focus on helping you actively experience new, more secure ways of relating to yourself and to each other in the room, rather than only talking about what you โ€ฆ

  • ๐ŸŽฏ Direct
  • ๐Ÿ’™ Warm
  • ๐Ÿ’ก Solution-oriented
  • ๐Ÿ™Œ Affirming

Simcha Freedman, M.S.Ed., SEP

SomaticExperiencingยฎ Practitioner(SEP)

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

Simcha Freedman is a life coach whose approach centers around the vital connection between the mind and body and the use of Somatic Experiencing methods.


"As a Life Coach, my approach centers on the vital connection between the mind and body, employing Somatic Experiencing methods. Somatic Experiencing is a tool designed to alleviate anxiety, stress, and trauma. This approach empowers me to address โ€ฆ

  • ๐Ÿ’™ Warm
  • ๐Ÿ‘‚ Listener
  • ๐ŸŽจ Creative
  • ๐Ÿง˜ Calm

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 bodyโ€™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 โ€ฆ

  • ๐Ÿ’™ Warm
  • ๐ŸŒŽ Holistic
  • ๐Ÿ™ Spiritual
  • ๐Ÿง˜ Calm

Shoshana Zelcer, LMSW

Therapists, Licensed Master Social Worker

  • In-office Cedarhurst
  • $100 - $120 Per Session
  • Insurance
  • 1 review

Shoshana Zelcer, LMSW, offers strengths based, goal focused therapy for children, teens, & adults, to help improve their anxiety, relationships, self esteem, & more.


"I guide my clients using a strengths based and goal oriented approach, helping each individual recognize and highlight the abilities they already carry within themselves. I believe that real growth begins when a person can see their own โ€ฆ

  • ๐Ÿ’™ Warm
  • ๐Ÿ’ก Solution-oriented
  • ๐Ÿฅ‡ Empowering
  • ๐Ÿ’ญ Open minded

Avigail Steinharter, 200-YTT, SRT, BWF

Holotropic Breathwork & Somatic Experiencing Practitioner

  • Remote only
  • $175 - $350 Per Session
  • 9 reviews

Avigail Steinharter is Holotropic Breathwork & Somatic Experiencing Practitioner who helps clients work through trauma, stress, healing & nervous system regulation.


"Whether in a Somatic Experiencing session or during Holotropic Breathwork, I meet each client with deep love, compassion, and appreciation for who they are and all they have already survived and overcome. I believe healing begins with feeling โ€ฆ

  • ๐Ÿ’™ Warm
  • ๐Ÿฅ‡ Empowering
  • ๐Ÿ”ฅ Energetic
  • ๐Ÿ™ Spiritual

Upcoming Events for Chronic illness

Somatic Support Group for Women

  • June 22, 2026 โ€ข 12:00 PM
  • Online (Zoom/Link) | $100/person

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Understanding Chronic Illness in the Jewish Community

Hello and welcome to our dedicated space for discussing and addressing chronic illness within the Jewish community. Our site features a diverse range of professionals, therapists, and content focused on supporting individuals and families affected by chronic health conditions in the Jewish community.

Unique Challenges of Chronic Illness in the Jewish Community

When individuals within the Jewish community are diagnosed with a chronic illness, they face a specific set of challenges that are often shaped by distinct cultural and religious factors. The journey through diagnosis, treatment, and management may be influenced by the community's traditions, beliefs, and practices. Chronic illness can manifest in various ways, just like in the general population, and it can have a profound impact on people's physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being.

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

Understanding and Addressing Chronic Illness within the Jewish Community

Chronic illness is a significant health concern that affects individuals across various communities, including the Jewish community. While the broader societal understanding of chronic illness exists, the intricacies of religious practices, community dynamics, and cultural factors within the Jewish community add layers of complexity. Chronic illness within the Jewish community can affect individuals regardless of age, gender, or background, highlighting the need for support and targeted interventions.

Strategies for Addressing Chronic Illness in the Jewish Community

Effective support and management for Jewish individuals facing chronic illness necessitate approaches that are culturally and religiously attuned. This encompasses medical care that respects religious beliefs and cultural practices, community support networks that provide a sense of belonging and understanding, and accessible resources for navigating the challenges of chronic illness. Tailored interventions and support programs are developed to address the specific facets of chronic illness within the Jewish community. It's crucial to seek professional guidance to navigate these challenges effectively, ensuring a path towards optimal health and well-being. 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 Chronic illness within the Jewish community.

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