Professionals Who Specialize in Chronic illness

Hendy Baum, LMT

Licensed Massage & Craniosacral Therapist

  • In-office Stony Point
  • $180 - $250
  • 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 …

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  • 🌎 Holistic
  • πŸ™ Spiritual
  • 🧘 Calm

The Place - The Jerusalem Centre for Emotional Wellb

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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  • πŸ™Œ Affirming
  • 🧘 Calm

Ella R. Fischer, LCSW

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Trauma-Informed DBT Therapist

  • Remote only
  • $200 - $275
  • 3 reviews

Ella R. Fischer, LCSW, uses trauma-informed DBT & attachment based theories to support clients with anxiety, depression, grief, & relationship challenges.


"Coming to therapy often means carrying a lot with you. There may be questions, pain, or parts of yourself that have not felt fully understood for a long time. My approach is grounded in the balance between acceptance …

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

Nava Fox

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW

  • In-office Lawrence
  • $225 - $250
  • Insurance
  • 4 reviews

I wholeheartedly believe that everyone, regardless of their socioeconomic status, privilege, or genetics, can benefit from support and therapy.


"Through my extensive training in cognitive behavioral therapy, I have developed a profound understanding of its principles and techniques. I have found this approach to be incredibly beneficial for my clients, who often find it helpful in creating …

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  • πŸ₯‡ Empowering
  • 🎨 Creative

Angela R. David, RN

Registered Nurse, Health & Wellness Coach

  • Remote only
  • $50 - $600
  • 1 review

Angela R. David, RN, is a health and wellness coach who uses evidence-based modalities & mindfulness to help with stress, burnout, resilience, and behavior change.


"My approach to coaching is entirely client-led. I do not tell you what to do or hand you a program to follow. Instead, using evidence-based coaching tools, I create a safe and structured space where you can explore …

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  • πŸ‘‚ Listener
  • πŸ₯‡ Empowering
  • 🀝 Collaborative

Ezra Balsam

Certified Life Coach

  • Remote only
  • $150 - $300
  • 2 reviews

Ezra Balsam is an action-driven coach helping high achievers break mental roadblocks, gain clarity, & execute custom strategies for success, balance, & fulfillment.


"Most people don’t get stuck because they’re lazy. They get stuck for one of three reasons. Sometimes it’s because they aren’t truly clear on what they want. Sometimes they know the goal but have no real step-by-step plan …

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  • πŸ’­ Open minded
  • πŸ”₯ Energetic

Tiferet Leah Hyman

Or Emunah Energy Healing Practitioner

  • Remote only
  • $150 - $185
  • 3 reviews

Tiferet Leah Hyman is an Or Emunah Energy Healing Practitioner offering Torah-aligned, rabbinically approved healing for emotional, physical, relational, and spiritually rooted issues.


"My approach is rooted in the understanding that many of the struggles people experience, emotional, physical, relational, or spiritual, can be connected to deeper unconscious patterns that have not yet been fully seen or addressed. I’ve found that …

  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ™Œ Affirming
  • πŸ™ Spiritual
  • 🧘 Calm

Menachem Bernfeld, Ms.Ed. CLC

Ms.Ed. CLC

  • In-office Lakewood
  • $150 - $200

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, …

  • πŸ”₯ Energetic
  • πŸ₯‡ Empowering
  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • 🧘 Calm

Ari Perl

Therapists, LCSW

  • In-office Kew Gardens Hills
  • $250 - $300

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


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

  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • 🌎 Holistic

Jennifer Grove-Sobol, MS, CD-N, CFNC

Dietitians, Licensed Dietitian-Nutritionist

  • $250 - $350
  • 1 review

Jennifer Grove-Sobol is a certified dietitian who supports clients with digestive health & healthy eating through individualized meal planning & education.


"My approach to nutritional counseling is to look at each client as their own individual, with their own goals, health concerns, and food preferences. I work hard to help clients find the right diet or way of eating …

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  • πŸ‘‚ Listener
  • πŸ’‘ Solution-oriented
  • πŸ™Œ Affirming

Rochi Katzman

Somatic Practitioner

  • In-office Crown Heights
  • $200
  • 6 reviews

Rochi Katzman is a somatic based practitioner who uses inner child work & transforming touch to help her clients address their anxiety, trauma, chronic pain & grief.


"My main outline is to pace the sessions and pace our time together, because if we rush the process, we can end up leaving parts of the self behind. The work unfolds best when we move with the …

  • 🎯 Direct
  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ‘‚ Listener
  • 🎨 Creative

Sarit Shaer

Healer & Life Coach

  • In-office Jerusalem
  • $500 - $600

Sarit Shaer's methodology encompasses the recognition that the origins of many physical ailments and challenges lie in emotional and psychological factors.


"I embrace the principles of the Dr. Sarno method, which resonates deeply with my approach to guiding individuals towards holistic well-being. Central to this methodology is the recognition that the origins of many physical ailments and challenges lie …

  • 🎯 Direct
  • πŸ’‘ Solution-oriented
  • πŸ’­ Open minded
  • 🌎 Holistic

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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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