Yasmine Berokhim, LCSW

“We are creatures of relationship; we are born in relationship, we are wounded in relationship, and we can be healed in relationship.” - Irvin Yalom

Yasmine Berokhim, LCSW's style

Why Yasmine Berokhim, LCSW chose to be in the helping profession

I chose the psychotherapy profession because I am deeply interested in understanding how people think, feel, and grow through life’s challenges, especially within the context of their relationships. My work is grounded in an attachment-based perspective, which recognizes that our early and ongoing connections shape our sense of safety, identity, and overall well-being. I am particularly drawn to the ways relational patterns form and repeat over time, and how they influence both internal experience and connection with others. Much of my focus is on helping individuals make sense of these patterns in a way that feels grounded and practical, not abstract. I see this process as a way of creating more clarity, stability, and choice in how people relate to themselves and the people in their lives.

In my work, I am passionate about supporting individuals as they navigate the challenges we all face, both internally and in relationships. I aim to integrate insight with practical tools so clients can better access the inner answers they often already hold, even when those feel distant or unclear. Therapy, for me, is a collaborative process where we work together to strengthen self-understanding and bring more awareness to what is happening beneath the surface. Over time, this process can support more secure and connected relationships, as well as a deeper sense of personal grounding. My goal is to help create meaningful and lasting change that feels both authentic and usable in everyday life.

Yasmine Berokhim, LCSW's approach

My approach to therapy is collaborative, relational, and grounded in an attachment-based lens. I focus on creating a safe, supportive space where clients can explore how their past and present relationships shape their emotions, behaviors, and sense of self. I pay close attention to the patterns that show up in connection, both inside therapy and outside of it, as a way to better understand what feels stuck or painful. This process is guided by curiosity rather than judgment, with the aim of helping clients feel more understood and less alone in what they are carrying.

I integrate evidence-based modalities, including emotionally focused and dialectical behavioral approaches, to balance insight with practical tools for change. I believe that many of the answers clients are searching for already exist within them, and my role is to help them access and trust that inner knowing. Together, we work to identify patterns, build emotional awareness, and develop healthier ways of relating to both themselves and others. Over time, this work supports more stability, clarity, and choice in daily life, along with growth that feels authentic, empowering, and sustainable.

What you can expect from sessions with Yasmine Berokhim, LCSW

In our sessions, you can expect a warm, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, respected, and supported. We will work collaboratively to understand your experiences, with particular attention to the relational patterns that may be impacting your emotions and overall well-being. I take time to slow things down so we can make sense of what is happening beneath the surface, especially in moments that feel confusing, overwhelming, or stuck. At the same time, I stay focused on keeping the work grounded and relevant to your day-to-day life.

Alongside this exploration, we will also focus on practical, solution-focused strategies you can use outside of sessions. I draw from evidence-based tools to help you manage emotions, shift unhelpful patterns, and respond to challenges in more effective ways. The goal is to connect insight with action so that change feels both meaningful and workable in real life. Over time, this process supports greater self-awareness, stronger emotional regulation, and healthier, more secure relationships with yourself and others.

Yasmine Berokhim, LCSW's experience working with the Jewish community

I have experience working with a wide range of clients within the Jewish community, including ultra-Orthodox individuals, traditionally observant clients, and culturally Jewish individuals who may not be religiously observant. This has given me a deep respect for the diversity of values, beliefs, and ways of living within the community. I approach each client with cultural humility and sensitivity, recognizing how faith, identity, and community can shape emotional experience, decision-making, and the challenges people face. I also understand that these factors are not separate from therapy, but often central to how someone understands themselves and their relationships.

My goal is always to provide a space where clients feel understood without needing to explain or translate their cultural context. I strive to meet each person where they are, with openness and respect for their worldview, even when it is complex or evolving. This awareness is integrated into my clinical work in a way that supports both personal growth and alignment with each client’s values and way of life. Together, we work in a way that honors identity while also creating room for meaningful change, healing, and greater emotional clarity.

Yasmine Berokhim, LCSW's Book Recommendation Zone

• Gift of Therapy
  Irvin Yalom
• Hold Me Tight
  Sue Johnson
• No Bad Parts
  Richard Schwartz

Approaches

• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
• Couples Counseling
• Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
• Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
• Family Therapy
• Internal Family Systems (IFS)
• Mindfulness and Meditation
• Psychodynamic Therapy
• Structural Family Therapy

Concerns

• Anxiety
• Bereavement & Grief
• Chronic illness
• Codependency
• Dating
• Depression
• Emotion regulation
• Life purpose and meaning
• Mood Disorders
• Panic attacks/panic disorder
• Parenting
• Personality issues & disorders
• Relationships
• Religious Identity Issues
• Self-Harm/Suicidality
• Stress management

5 years in practice

Licenses

• LCSW by New York. License number 100125-01
• LCSW by New Jersey In Progress

Average costs per session

$250

Payment Methods

• Insurance
• Sliding Scale
• Free consultation
• Cash
• Credit Card
• Zelle Quick Pay