Yaffa Yaffit Yadger's style
💙 Warm 🌎 Holistic 🎨 CreativeWhy Yaffa Yaffit Yadger chose to be in the helping profession
My path into the helping profession began with a deep calling to understand the connection between the mind, body, and soul. Over the years, I’ve come to see how these parts of ourselves are always in conversation — each one influencing the other in ways that shape how we experience life. Through my own journey of healing and growth, I learned firsthand that true transformation happens when we meet ourselves with compassion, patience, and faith. These values continue to guide the way I show up for my clients and the work I feel privileged to do every day.
I feel deeply grateful to hold space for others as they move through their own process of discovery and healing. Bearing witness to someone’s courage, their vulnerability, and their return to a sense of wholeness is profoundly humbling. I believe that even in our most challenging moments, there is always an opportunity for renewal and inner strength to emerge. It’s an honor to accompany people on that path — helping them reconnect with the parts of themselves that have been waiting to be seen, heard, and understood.
Yaffa Yaffit Yadger's approach
My approach to therapy is holistic, warm, and deeply nurturing. I believe that true healing begins when we create a safe space to slow down and reconnect with ourselves — to notice what’s happening in both the mind and the body, and to listen with curiosity rather than judgment. In our work together, I aim to offer a calm, compassionate environment where you can explore your experiences at your own pace and begin to understand the patterns that shape your inner world.
I integrate CBT, DBT, and ACT with mindfulness, self-compassion, and psychoeducation to help you build awareness, balance, and practical tools for growth. This blend of approaches allows us to work on both insight and action — nurturing emotional resilience while fostering a deeper sense of peace within yourself. My goal is to help you feel more connected, empowered, and at ease, so you can move forward with greater clarity and confidence in your path ahead.
What you can expect from sessions with Yaffa Yaffit Yadger
In our sessions, you can expect warmth, presence, and genuine connection. We move at your pace, creating space to explore what feels heavy while also noticing and rediscovering what brings light into your life. I bring a balance of compassion and honesty, offering support alongside gentle guidance, reframing, and the occasional laugh. My goal is to help you see challenges from fresh perspectives while honoring your unique experiences and strengths.
My style is practical, empowering, and growth-oriented, blending conversation, mindfulness, and psychoeducation in a way that feels grounded and approachable. Together, we focus on building clarity, resilience, and a deeper sense of calm, equipping you with tools to navigate life with confidence. I aim to create a collaborative space where insight and action come together, helping you move toward healing, self-understanding, and a stronger connection to yourself.
Yaffa Yaffit Yadger's experience working with the Jewish community
I have had the privilege of working with individuals and families within the Jewish community for many years, supporting people from a wide range of backgrounds and levels of observance. I understand the delicate balance between tradition, faith, family expectations, and personal growth, and how these influences shape each person’s experience. My approach is sensitive, nonjudgmental, and deeply respectful of each client’s values, beliefs, and personal journey. I strive to create a space where you can explore challenges openly while feeling supported and understood.
In our work together, I aim to honor both your emotional and spiritual needs, helping you navigate life’s complexities with compassion and clarity. Whether you are seeking guidance on personal growth, family dynamics, or reconciling faith with daily life, I offer practical tools and reflective support to foster insight, resilience, and a sense of balance. My goal is to help you feel seen, heard, and empowered, so you can move forward with confidence and a deeper connection to yourself and your community.
Yaffa Yaffit Yadger's Book Recommendation Zone
- Man’s Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl
a timeless reminder of resilience, purpose, and faith in times of struggle. - The happiest man on earth by Eddie Jaku
A deeply moving memoir that reminds us of the strength of the human spirit and the power of gratitude, compassion, and hope — even in life’s darkest moments - Hostage by Eli Sharabi
This is a powerful story of survival, faith, resilience, and the search for light even in darkness. 
Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
 - Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
 - Expressive Arts Therapy
 - Somatic Therapy
 
Concerns
Languages spoken
HebrewAges
Adolescents (13-18) Adults Elders (65+)People I work with
Women Individuals GroupsPersonal religious affiliations
Frum open mindedJewish community experience
ExtensiveLicensed to work in
New YorkNearby areas within a short commute to my in person office
Borough Park, Crown Heights, Midwood98 East 46th street, Crown Heights, New York
8 years in practice
Licenses
- LMHC-D 08/11/2022. License number 012965
 
Degrees
- MS by Touro College 2018
 
Certificates
- Health Coach by INN 2019
 
Trainings
- Expressive Art Therapies by Pratt University 2019
 - DBT by EverGreen 2022
 
Affiliations
- Nefesh 2025
 - Gesher 2025
 
Average costs per session
$120 - $275
Payment Methods
- Insurance
 - Free consultation
 - Credit Card
 
Insurances
- Aetna
 - Anthem
 - Carelon
 - Cigna
 - Empire BlueCross
 - Oscar
 
What people have to say about working with me:
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"I feel like Yaffa has the very special talent of hearing and seeing what other people miss in their clients. Her professional and personal experience make her stand head and shoulders above the rest. I wholeheartedly recommend working with her."
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"I’ve consistently been impressed by Yaffa’s deep compassion and unwavering dedication to meeting each client’s unique needs. She specializes in working with women’s issues and takes a thoughtful, integrative approach to therapy, drawing on CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and somatic techniques. I’ve referred clients to her without hesitation, knowing they would be in caring and capable hands."
Zissel Klein, LCSW