Torah of Trauma
Feb. 21, 2025
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Licensed in: Connecticut, Florida, Maryland
You must live in one of these states or regions to work with this provider.
Insurance accepted: Anthem, BlueCross and BlueShield, Cigna, Medicare, Optum, United Healthcare
Private pay rate: $100 - $150
The Road to Healing Begins Here
Chaya Lerner's style
💙 Warm 👂 Listener 🤝 CollaborativeWhy Chaya Lerner chose to be in the helping profession
I chose to enter the helping profession because I have an unwavering passion for supporting individuals during their most challenging times. As a Jewish social worker based in vibrant Miami, FL, I am deeply committed to providing compassionate care to those in need. With over three decades of experience under my belt, I have developed a special expertise in working with grief and loss, trauma, and gender orientation issues. I understand that life can feel overwhelming, leaving us feeling disconnected and unaccepted by our loved ones. It is my belief that everyone deserves acceptance and support for who they truly are, which is why I am dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of my clients.
Chaya Lerner's approach
In my approach to therapy, I draw upon a range of techniques to help individuals create fulfilling lives. Through my extensive training and experience, I have found great success in integrating various modalities such as Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing, Brainspotting, Mindfulness-based therapy, and hypnotherapy. DBT equips individuals with valuable skills to manage their emotions effectively and cultivate healthier relationships. Meanwhile, mindfulness-based therapy encourages clients to embrace the present moment, fostering self-awareness and personal growth. I also employ hypnotherapy techniques to help individuals overcome obstacles and achieve positive transformations. By combining these approaches, I strive to empower my clients to navigate their challenges, find healing, and unlock their full potential.
What you can expect from sessions with Chaya Lerner
During sessions with me, clients can expect a safe and non-judgmental environment where they can freely express their thoughts, emotions, and concerns. I understand the sensitive and deeply personal nature of the issues we explore together, including bereavement and grief, gender identity, LGBTQIA+ and sexuality topics, sexual health, and trauma. My goal is to create a collaborative therapeutic relationship, one that promotes trust and encourages open dialogue. I firmly believe that through exploration, healing, and personal development, individuals can achieve lasting and transformative change.
Chaya Lerner's experience working with the Jewish community
Having had the privilege of working extensively within the Jewish community in Miami, FL, I possess a profound understanding of the unique challenges and cultural sensitivities that individuals within this community may face. I am well-versed in Jewish traditions, customs, and values, enabling me to provide culturally competent care that respects and honors these important aspects of my client's lives. It is my sincere commitment to support individuals within the Jewish community, tailoring my approach to address their specific needs and concerns. By leveraging my expertise as a social worker and my deep understanding of the Jewish community, I offer compassionate support that fosters holistic well-being.
Chaya Lerner's Book Recommendation Zone
- Torah of Trauma
I used ancient Jewish wisdom to heal from grief and trauma. - Bittersweet
We must live between the sweetness of life and the bitterness of grief and trauma - Mourning into Mitzvah
How to change grief into joy.
Approaches
- Brainspotting
- Couples Counseling
- Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
- EMDR
- Hypnotherapy
- Inner child work
- Mindfulness and Meditation
Concerns
Languages spoken
EnglishAges
AdultsPeople I work with
Individuals Couples GroupsPersonal religious affiliations
Proud JewJewish community experience
ExtensiveLicensed to work in
Connecticut, Florida, Maryland38 years in practice
Licenses
- LCSW by Florida 2024. License number SW2894
- LCSW by Maryland 2025. License number 32693
- LCSW by Conneticut 2026
Degrees
- MSW by Barry University 1988
- B.A. by LCSW 1983
- Rabbinic Chaplain by Aleph Ordination Program 2021
Trainings
- DBT by PESI 2000
- EMDR by PESI 2025
- Brainspotting by PESI 2026
Average costs per session
$100 - $150
Payment Methods
- Insurance
- Zelle Quick Pay
- PayPal
Insurances
- Anthem
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Cigna
- Medicare
- Optum
- United Healthcare
What people have to say about working with me:
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Ancient Stories, Very Human Struggles What I enjoyed about *Torah of Trauma* is its willingness to look at the Torah through a deeply human and psychological lens. Stories involving Cain and Abel, Joseph and his brothers, and the complicated family relationships throughout Genesis take on another dimension when viewed through trauma and family systems. Chaya Lerner brings together Torah commentary, Hasidic and mystical thought, and trauma-informed clinical perspectives in a way that encourages the reader to make connections rather than simply read the stories as distant historical accounts. The book will especially appeal to readers interested in the intersection of Jewish faith and psychology, but I think its broader themes-grief, family wounds, addiction, resilience, and the possibility of healing-can resonate with many readers. Thought-provoking, compassionate, and ultimately hopeful. It gave me a different way to approach familiar stories and consider what they might reveal about the struggles people continue to face today.
L.K.
Content from Chaya Lerner, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Feb. 21, 2025
