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Professionals Who Specialize in Religious Identity Issues

Yitzchok Wagshul, Ph.D.

Therapist, Doctor of Psychology, Ph.D

  • In-office Brooklyn
  • $200
  • Insurance
  • 7 reviews

Yitzchok Wagshul, Ph.D. acknowledges the myth of a "one size fits all" approach & brings a diverse array of therapeutic techniques to help each client heal.


"One thing I’ve learned over the years is that there’s no “one size fits all” in psychotherapy, because every person has their own personality and life experience. I respect that, so I’ve put in a lot of time …

  • 💙 Warm
  • 👂 Listener
  • 💭 Open minded
  • 🧘 Calm

Perel Goldstein, LMHC

Therapist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor

  • In-office Cedarhurst
  • $175 - $225

Perel Goldstein, LMHC, works with individuals and families using an attachment-based, relational approach to support healing, growth, and self-awareness.


"I bring an empathic and gentle presence to my work with individuals and families navigating a wide range of life transitions and adversities. At the heart of my approach is a deep respect for the therapeutic relationship—I believe …

  • 💙 Warm
  • 🥇 Empowering
  • 💭 Open minded
  • 🧘 Calm

Rebecca Kivelevitz, M.S. Ed

Therapist, School Psychologist

  • In-office Brooklyn
  • $80 - $150
  • 2 reviews

Rebecca Kivelevitz utilizes CBT, psychodynamic, and inner child work to support children, adults, and couples through life challenges.


"My approach is eclectic, meaning I thoughtfully tailor each session to the unique needs, personality, and background of the individual sitting across from me. I don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all method — people are complex, and so the …

  • 💙 Warm
  • 👂 Listener
  • 💡 Solution-oriented
  • 🙌 Affirming

Moses Appel, PhD

Therapist, Doctor of Psychology, Ph.D.

  • In-office Brooklyn
  • $150 - $375
  • 3 reviews

Moses Appel, PhD, draws from CBT, ACT, and DBT to support individuals in their journey toward improved mental health and overall well-being.


"At ADO Psychology Center, our approach is deeply rooted in compassion and evidence-based methods that foster personal growth and recovery. We draw from a evidence-based modalities, including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behavior …

  • 🎯 Direct
  • 💙 Warm
  • 🤝 Collaborative

Yossi Strom MS, BACP

Therapist, 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 …

  • 💙 Warm
  • 😃 Humorous
  • 💪 Challenging
  • 🥇 Empowering

Rebecca Marcus

Therapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW

  • Remote only
  • $225 - $270
  • 2 reviews

Rebecca Marcus, LCSW, provides trauma informed, mindfulness and attachment based therapy, helping clients build self trust, emotional resilience, and healthier relationships.


"I take a holistic, relational, and integrative approach to my work, with the belief that healing happens within a safe and meaningful connection. I strive to create a warm and empathic environment where clients feel seen, heard, and …

  • 🎯 Direct
  • 💙 Warm
  • 😃 Humorous
  • 💪 Challenging

Ron Shpindler, LMSW

Therapist, Licensed Master Social Work

  • In-office Poughkeepsie
  • $120 - $200
  • Insurance
  • 6 reviews

Ron Shpindler, LMSW, uses psychodynamic, trauma-informed, & person-centered therapy to support adults through trauma, relationships, identity, & life transitions.


"My approach is warm, collaborative, and exploratory. I believe therapy can help us navigate what is difficult in the present while also creating space to understand the deeper patterns, relationships, and experiences that have shaped us. I also …

  • 💙 Warm
  • 👂 Listener
  • 🌎 Holistic
  • 🙏 Spiritual

Esther (Ellen) Gendelman

Therapist, Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC

  • Remote only
  • $150

I employ a positive, nurturing approach focused on identifying and building strengths that work more successfully than focusing only on the areas of weakness.


"I believe that close connections are the essence of a fulfilling life. Without meaningful relationships, life can feel dark and lonely. In my practice, I've found that a positive, nurturing approach centered on identifying and building strengths, drawing …

Dr. Chaya Rubin

Therapist, Ph.D.

  • In-office New York

Dr. Chaya Rubin works with clients that appreciate that lasting change is indeed possible, and more accessible than they might have imagined.


"The kind of psychotherapy that I practice involves careful and close listening to the difficulties that manifest themselves in a person’s life, and how those difficulties tend to repeat or consistently present in a variety of contexts. I …

  • 💙 Warm
  • 👂 Listener
  • 💭 Open minded

Therapy in the City

WHERE MENTAL HEALTH MEETS THE MODERN MIND

  • In-office Manhattan
  • 4 reviews

Therapy in the City provides evidence-based therapy for children, adults, couples, & families facing anxiety, OCD, ADHD, depression, trauma, & more.


"Therapy in the City supports clients experiencing ADD and ADHD, anxiety, chronic worry, depression, grief, insomnia, panic disorder, perfectionism, social anxiety, trauma, and borderline personality disorder. We also treat obsessive-compulsive disorder across all subtypes, illness anxiety, phobias and …

  • 💙 Warm
  • 💡 Solution-oriented
  • 🥇 Empowering
  • 🧘 Calm

Aliza Shapiro, LCSW

Therapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

  • Remote only
  • $175
  • 3 reviews

Aliza Shapiro, LCSW, provides evidence-based therapy for children, adults, couples, & families facing anxiety, depression, trauma, & relationship struggles.


"My clinical approach is firmly rooted in evidence-based practice, with a strong emphasis on insight, skill-building, and sustainable change. I help clients understand not only what they are experiencing, but also the patterns, relationships, and emotional responses that …

  • 🎯 Direct
  • 💡 Solution-oriented
  • 🧘 Calm
  • 🤝 Collaborative

Lauren Fuchs, LCSW

Therapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

  • Remote only
  • $260 - $300
  • 3 reviews

Lauren Fuchs, LCSW, uses CBT, psychodynamic, mindfulness, and solution-focused therapy to support clients with anxiety, relationships, life transitions, and growth.


"I believe therapy works best when it feels like a genuine collaboration. You are the expert on your own life and experiences, and my role is to offer perspective, ask thoughtful questions, and provide practical tools that help …

  • 🎯 Direct
  • 💙 Warm
  • 🥇 Empowering
  • 🤝 Collaborative

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What are Religious Identity Issues? Religious identity issues refer to conflicts, doubts, or struggles individuals may experience in relation to their faith, spirituality, or religious beliefs. These issues can arise due to changes in beliefs, external influences, or personal growth. Prevalence of Religious Identity Issues: Religious identity issues are a common phenomenon. As societies become more diverse and interconnected, individuals may grapple with questions about their faith, beliefs, and values. Support and Exploration: Exploring religious identity issues often involves introspection, discussions with spiritual leaders, or seeking guidance from mental health professionals who respect religious perspectives. These processes can provide individuals with clarity and understanding regarding their struggles.

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