Jewish Therapists in Poway, CA
Hi, I’m Anat, and I’m glad you’re here! If you’re struggling with anxiety, racing thoughts or the urge to cancel plans before social interactions, you’re not alone! Many people fear negative evaluation or worry about having a heart attack in social situations. Also, past trauma can bring up feelings of shame, guilt, sleep challenges and difficulty in relationships.These struggles can feel isolating and shameful at times, but together, we can work through them. I also provide couples counseling. You deserve to feel supported understood and loved.Let’s take this journey toward healing together, I’ll be with you every step of the way.
Hi, I’m Anat, and I’m glad you’re here! If you’re struggling with anxiety, racing thoughts or the urge to cancel plans before social interactions, you’re not alone! Many people fear negative evaluation or worry about having a heart attack in social situations. Also, past trauma can bring up feelings of shame, guilt, sleep challenges and difficulty in relationships.These struggles can feel isolating and shameful at times, but together, we can work through them. I also provide couples counseling. You deserve to feel supported understood and loved.Let’s take this journey toward healing together, I’ll be with you every step of the way.
Sandra Milstein-Ostrom
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
5 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or just not yourself lately? Have you been this way for a while?
You’re not alone—and you don’t have to keep pretending everything’s fine when it isn’t. Maybe you’re weighed down by worry, whether it’s about your relationships, lack of purpose, finances, body image, or sleep. You might find yourself comparing your life to others, wondering why they seem to have it all together while you’re struggling just to get through the day.
If you’re tired of feeling tired, of carrying the weight alone, and feeling like you're stuck—it’s okay to ask for support. It's hard to go at it alone...you don't have to!
Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or just not yourself lately? Have you been this way for a while?
You’re not alone—and you don’t have to keep pretending everything’s fine when it isn’t. Maybe you’re weighed down by worry, whether it’s about your relationships, lack of purpose, finances, body image, or sleep. You might find yourself comparing your life to others, wondering why they seem to have it all together while you’re struggling just to get through the day.
If you’re tired of feeling tired, of carrying the weight alone, and feeling like you're stuck—it’s okay to ask for support. It's hard to go at it alone...you don't have to!
Hello, I'm Jenny Raz, a licensed clinical social worker. I work with adults and teens struggling with a range of mental health topics from relationship issues, aging & end of life, grief, suicidal ideations, veteran issues, LGBTQ+ issues, and more. I am effective in utilizing CBT, psychodynamic approach, and person-centered therapeutic modalities. Therapy is a safe place to share, problem-solve and/or accept the present moment for what it is.
Hello, I'm Jenny Raz, a licensed clinical social worker. I work with adults and teens struggling with a range of mental health topics from relationship issues, aging & end of life, grief, suicidal ideations, veteran issues, LGBTQ+ issues, and more. I am effective in utilizing CBT, psychodynamic approach, and person-centered therapeutic modalities. Therapy is a safe place to share, problem-solve and/or accept the present moment for what it is.
I specialize in treating neuroplastic symptoms (ME/CFS, Long Covid, neural-circuit dizziness) for ages nine and up. I offer individual sessions, a four-week teen group, and a four-week adult group, as well as case consultations. I am trained in evidence-based mind-body approaches which include: Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT), Emotional Awareness and Expression Therapy (EAET), and Attachment-Based Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy (AB-ISTDP).
I am also certified Positive Discipline Parent Educator and trained in Child-Centered Play Therapy.
Sessions are tailored to individuals.
I specialize in treating neuroplastic symptoms (ME/CFS, Long Covid, neural-circuit dizziness) for ages nine and up. I offer individual sessions, a four-week teen group, and a four-week adult group, as well as case consultations. I am trained in evidence-based mind-body approaches which include: Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT), Emotional Awareness and Expression Therapy (EAET), and Attachment-Based Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy (AB-ISTDP).
I am also certified Positive Discipline Parent Educator and trained in Child-Centered Play Therapy.
Sessions are tailored to individuals.
Do you feel lost, hopeless, or stuck? Do you find yourself worried and self-conscious? Are you experiencing conflict with family members, co-workers, or other important relationships in your life? Are you a parent wanting extra support? You are not alone. My style is nurturing, kind, empathetic, and patient. I am here to establish a safe environment where you will be respected, heard, and validated. Therapy sessions are tailored to your individual needs. I meet clients where they are at and work at their pace to achieve hope, empowerment, and growth.
Do you feel lost, hopeless, or stuck? Do you find yourself worried and self-conscious? Are you experiencing conflict with family members, co-workers, or other important relationships in your life? Are you a parent wanting extra support? You are not alone. My style is nurturing, kind, empathetic, and patient. I am here to establish a safe environment where you will be respected, heard, and validated. Therapy sessions are tailored to your individual needs. I meet clients where they are at and work at their pace to achieve hope, empowerment, and growth.
Are you feeling alone in managing your diabetes/other chronic illness, and struggling with the burnout, grief, anxiety, and other mental health challenges that come with it? I provide a safe space where we can unpack it all and work together to improve your emotional well-being.
I found Strive to Thrive Psychology to improve the quality of life and mental health of adults living with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes, autoimmune disorders, mood disorders and other chronic invisible illnesses/invisible disability, as well as supporting their caregivers and loved ones. I would be honored to be a part of your journey to live your best life.
Are you feeling alone in managing your diabetes/other chronic illness, and struggling with the burnout, grief, anxiety, and other mental health challenges that come with it? I provide a safe space where we can unpack it all and work together to improve your emotional well-being.
I found Strive to Thrive Psychology to improve the quality of life and mental health of adults living with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes, autoimmune disorders, mood disorders and other chronic invisible illnesses/invisible disability, as well as supporting their caregivers and loved ones. I would be honored to be a part of your journey to live your best life.
I have worked as a therapist for the better part of the last decade. In that time, I have worked in various environments with many different populations. My ability to have real and authentic conversations with people creates a safe environment for healing and growth. I work with individuals and families struggling with trauma, anxiety, and depression, and am a certified ADD/ADHD counselor (Evergreen Certifications 2024). The approaches I pull from in therapy vary based on the needs of the clients I am working with.
I have worked as a therapist for the better part of the last decade. In that time, I have worked in various environments with many different populations. My ability to have real and authentic conversations with people creates a safe environment for healing and growth. I work with individuals and families struggling with trauma, anxiety, and depression, and am a certified ADD/ADHD counselor (Evergreen Certifications 2024). The approaches I pull from in therapy vary based on the needs of the clients I am working with.
I have extensive experience in guiding people to return to their natural state of psychological health and well-being. This state of equilibrium never goes away; it only becomes obscured through our learned patterns of thinking. As a practitioner of Integrative Medicine, my approach is wellness-based rather than illness-focused. Listening to physical symptoms can be very essential to the healing process. Creating a safe comfortable space I can be your guide to mental wellness. As you re-establish healthy thinking, you can tap into your own natural wellness.
I have extensive experience in guiding people to return to their natural state of psychological health and well-being. This state of equilibrium never goes away; it only becomes obscured through our learned patterns of thinking. As a practitioner of Integrative Medicine, my approach is wellness-based rather than illness-focused. Listening to physical symptoms can be very essential to the healing process. Creating a safe comfortable space I can be your guide to mental wellness. As you re-establish healthy thinking, you can tap into your own natural wellness.
Are you struggling with negative self-talk and self-doubt? Do you feel as if nothing you have tried (and tried, and tried) has helped? Are you motivated and curious about what is getting in the way of getting what you want out of life? Then, welcome! I am so glad you are here. At New Pathways Psychotherapy I aim to help people not only feel better, but also to improve their relationships, understand themselves better, and get what they want out of life.
Are you struggling with negative self-talk and self-doubt? Do you feel as if nothing you have tried (and tried, and tried) has helped? Are you motivated and curious about what is getting in the way of getting what you want out of life? Then, welcome! I am so glad you are here. At New Pathways Psychotherapy I aim to help people not only feel better, but also to improve their relationships, understand themselves better, and get what they want out of life.
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Therapy can help you understand what’s happening beneath the surface and develop practical tools to create real change. Our therapists provide thoughtful, supportive, and structured care that helps clients gain clarity, strengthen relationships, and feel more confident navigating life’s challenges. Many of our clients are recovering from emotionally manipulative or narcissistic relationships, struggling with trauma, or navigating the challenges of ADHD. We specialize in relationship and attachment issue, anxiety, depression, trauma and adult ADHD.
Therapy can help you understand what’s happening beneath the surface and develop practical tools to create real change. Our therapists provide thoughtful, supportive, and structured care that helps clients gain clarity, strengthen relationships, and feel more confident navigating life’s challenges. Many of our clients are recovering from emotionally manipulative or narcissistic relationships, struggling with trauma, or navigating the challenges of ADHD. We specialize in relationship and attachment issue, anxiety, depression, trauma and adult ADHD.
People often come to therapy feeling stuck in patterns they don’t fully understand—whether related to anxiety, relationships, perfectionism, or major life transitions. Often there is a sense that something deeper is driving these struggles, even if it’s hard to put into words. I work with individuals navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, eating disorders, body image concerns, perfectionism, and women’s issues. I help clients better understand the emotional patterns shaping their experiences while developing a healthier relationship with food, their bodies, and themselves.
People often come to therapy feeling stuck in patterns they don’t fully understand—whether related to anxiety, relationships, perfectionism, or major life transitions. Often there is a sense that something deeper is driving these struggles, even if it’s hard to put into words. I work with individuals navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, eating disorders, body image concerns, perfectionism, and women’s issues. I help clients better understand the emotional patterns shaping their experiences while developing a healthier relationship with food, their bodies, and themselves.
It's a challenge to be in this world. You want to be considerate and kind; you also want to fulfill your potential. Were you were raised with a lot of "shoulds"? Were you told to control or ignore your feelings? Sometimes tremendous potential for love can be blocked by pain from the past, or anxiety about the future. But you can learn to accept and love yourself. And that can change your life.
It's a challenge to be in this world. You want to be considerate and kind; you also want to fulfill your potential. Were you were raised with a lot of "shoulds"? Were you told to control or ignore your feelings? Sometimes tremendous potential for love can be blocked by pain from the past, or anxiety about the future. But you can learn to accept and love yourself. And that can change your life.
I am also committed to providing culturally responsive care for the Jewish community, offering a supportive space to explore identity, belonging, and the impact of antisemitism.
Hi! I'm Mai Gattenyo, AMFT (59934) supervised by Lexi Molloy LCSW. I provide virtual therapy in California to adults and couples (Aetna, Anthem, CenCal, Sliding Scale).
I work with adults who feel overwhelmed by anxiety,overthinking, perfectionism, or burnout. Even when things appear fine on paper, you may still feel exhausted, disconnected from yourself, or unsure of what you truly want in dating, career, or friendships.
I also work with couples at all stages using Gottman and EFT, including premarital couples who want to build a strong foundation, and couples navigating repeating arguments, disconnection, or intimacy concerns.
I am also committed to providing culturally responsive care for the Jewish community, offering a supportive space to explore identity, belonging, and the impact of antisemitism.
Hi! I'm Mai Gattenyo, AMFT (59934) supervised by Lexi Molloy LCSW. I provide virtual therapy in California to adults and couples (Aetna, Anthem, CenCal, Sliding Scale).
I work with adults who feel overwhelmed by anxiety,overthinking, perfectionism, or burnout. Even when things appear fine on paper, you may still feel exhausted, disconnected from yourself, or unsure of what you truly want in dating, career, or friendships.
I also work with couples at all stages using Gottman and EFT, including premarital couples who want to build a strong foundation, and couples navigating repeating arguments, disconnection, or intimacy concerns.
If you're struggling with mood, anxiety, motivation, energy, sleep, adjusting to a new baby, relationship turbulence, or difficulties at work or school, I may be able to help. I work with college students, parents, and corporate workers to help bring out your strengths and overcome challenges. I have a specialty interest and extensive experience in prenatal and postpartum mental health, so if you're a new parent, I'd be happy to help you navigate the early days. I also offer a safe space to organize psychedelic experiences and explore this healing modality if that feels relevant to you.
If you're struggling with mood, anxiety, motivation, energy, sleep, adjusting to a new baby, relationship turbulence, or difficulties at work or school, I may be able to help. I work with college students, parents, and corporate workers to help bring out your strengths and overcome challenges. I have a specialty interest and extensive experience in prenatal and postpartum mental health, so if you're a new parent, I'd be happy to help you navigate the early days. I also offer a safe space to organize psychedelic experiences and explore this healing modality if that feels relevant to you.
If you've found me here then you must be gearing up to make some changes in your life. Maybe you're worrying too much and happy too little. Maybe you're feeling lost, hopeless, or in a rut. Wherever you are, you've decided you want to feel better and be better, and you've shown the courage to ask for support. What a wonderful thing. My work with you will be collaborative, caring, and non-judgmental. I will help you reconnect to your inner-resources and strengths, to build new coping skills and problem-solving strategies, and to then apply those new ways of "being" in order to live a life that feels fulfilling and joyful to you.
If you've found me here then you must be gearing up to make some changes in your life. Maybe you're worrying too much and happy too little. Maybe you're feeling lost, hopeless, or in a rut. Wherever you are, you've decided you want to feel better and be better, and you've shown the courage to ask for support. What a wonderful thing. My work with you will be collaborative, caring, and non-judgmental. I will help you reconnect to your inner-resources and strengths, to build new coping skills and problem-solving strategies, and to then apply those new ways of "being" in order to live a life that feels fulfilling and joyful to you.
I offer therapy to high achieving women, mothers, and young professionals. I help with struggles related to perfectionism, balance, anxiety, burnout, life transitions, and relationship challenges. A primary focus in my practice is in self or late diagnosed ADHD and Autism. I help individuals better understand themselves, manage overwhelm, reduce masking, and build a life that truly honors their unique strengths and needs. Therapy can be a space to learn how to let go, and feel safe breaking down old beliefs that might be holding you back. I also help women and couples navigate infertility, pregnancy, and the postpartum period.
I offer therapy to high achieving women, mothers, and young professionals. I help with struggles related to perfectionism, balance, anxiety, burnout, life transitions, and relationship challenges. A primary focus in my practice is in self or late diagnosed ADHD and Autism. I help individuals better understand themselves, manage overwhelm, reduce masking, and build a life that truly honors their unique strengths and needs. Therapy can be a space to learn how to let go, and feel safe breaking down old beliefs that might be holding you back. I also help women and couples navigate infertility, pregnancy, and the postpartum period.
Transformative Marriage and Family Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Encinitas, CA 92024
You may appear to be functioning well on the outside, yet internally feel anxious, overwhelmed, disconnected, or caught in painful relationship patterns. Many of my clients struggle with betrayal trauma, codependency, love addiction, emotional neglect, or the effects of addiction within the family. You might feel exhausted from repeating the same cycles, doubting your reality, or losing yourself while trying to care for others.
With 28 years as a Marriage and Family Therapist, I offer a structured, compassionate, and direct approach. My work focuses on developmental trauma, attachment repair, boundaries, self-worth, and relationshi
You may appear to be functioning well on the outside, yet internally feel anxious, overwhelmed, disconnected, or caught in painful relationship patterns. Many of my clients struggle with betrayal trauma, codependency, love addiction, emotional neglect, or the effects of addiction within the family. You might feel exhausted from repeating the same cycles, doubting your reality, or losing yourself while trying to care for others.
With 28 years as a Marriage and Family Therapist, I offer a structured, compassionate, and direct approach. My work focuses on developmental trauma, attachment repair, boundaries, self-worth, and relationshi
Everyone encounters challenges in life. If you're navigating feelings of sadness, anxiety, loss, or undergoing transitions in health or in relationships, reaching out to a compassionate professional can provide clarity and relief. With over 25 years of experience, I offer a safe, confidential space where we can work together. I specialize in helping adults cope with stress, grief, anxiety, depression, and the complexities of life transitions.
Everyone encounters challenges in life. If you're navigating feelings of sadness, anxiety, loss, or undergoing transitions in health or in relationships, reaching out to a compassionate professional can provide clarity and relief. With over 25 years of experience, I offer a safe, confidential space where we can work together. I specialize in helping adults cope with stress, grief, anxiety, depression, and the complexities of life transitions.
Available now! I’m a dedicated and compassionate psychologist committed to guiding you on a journey toward mental well- being. With over 20 years of experience and a genuine passion for helping individuals navigate life’s challenges, I offer a safe and nurturing space for exploring thoughts, feelings and behaviors. My approach is rooted in empathy and evidence-based therapies, ensuring that you receive the highest level of care tailored to your unique needs. Raising 3 young children after the sudden loss of my husband enables me to uniquely understand grief, loss and resilience, trauma, motherhood, and finding fulfillment and joy.
Available now! I’m a dedicated and compassionate psychologist committed to guiding you on a journey toward mental well- being. With over 20 years of experience and a genuine passion for helping individuals navigate life’s challenges, I offer a safe and nurturing space for exploring thoughts, feelings and behaviors. My approach is rooted in empathy and evidence-based therapies, ensuring that you receive the highest level of care tailored to your unique needs. Raising 3 young children after the sudden loss of my husband enables me to uniquely understand grief, loss and resilience, trauma, motherhood, and finding fulfillment and joy.
I assist individuals in overcoming their inner pain, and learning to face the challenges of life from a place of strength, compassion, and connection. As your ally in healing, I can help you process the emotions, memories and experiences that may underly your current suffering, so that you’re free to feel connected with yourself, with others, and with life. Sometimes past traumas become trapped in our bodies and minds, and we need help to feel safe in ourself and our relationships. My approach is based on these principles: Efficacy (I use Evidence Based modalities), collaboration, individualized care, and warm relational connection.
I assist individuals in overcoming their inner pain, and learning to face the challenges of life from a place of strength, compassion, and connection. As your ally in healing, I can help you process the emotions, memories and experiences that may underly your current suffering, so that you’re free to feel connected with yourself, with others, and with life. Sometimes past traumas become trapped in our bodies and minds, and we need help to feel safe in ourself and our relationships. My approach is based on these principles: Efficacy (I use Evidence Based modalities), collaboration, individualized care, and warm relational connection.
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Jewish Therapists
Why is it important for a therapist to be culturally sensitive?
Therapists and clients don’t need to share the same background to be able to work together, but a therapist whose training includes a focus on cultural competence may be better able to form a therapeutic bond with individuals from a range of backgrounds, as they will have experience tailoring their approach to each client—and will be prepared to acknowledge and consider the effects of cultural forces, such as discrimination, that may contribute to that client’s concerns. With a professional who has such training, a client should feel comfortable discussing sensitive issues without feeling that they need to self-censor.
How can I recognize an effective Jewish therapist?
As with members of any religious or ethnic group, just because two people happen to be Jewish does not guarantee that they will share the same values, knowledge, or experiences. A Jewish client seeking a therapist who shares their cultural identity, or for whom it’s important that a therapist share their religious beliefs, may want to discuss a professional’s Jewish background with them before beginning therapy. For someone who seeks justification for major life changes in their religious tradition, or in biblical writings, finding a therapist who is comfortable framing guidance in that context may be especially valuable.
Would a Jewish therapist have unique training?
No, but they should have the same training and certification as any other mental health professional, as well as experience with a range of evidence-based techniques such as cognitive-behavioral therapy or mindfulness-based therapy. A therapist with this type of experience should be able to help any client feel comfortable and safe, which is essential for a therapeutic alliance. Once this is established, a potential client may want to find out more about the therapist’s Jewish background.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience with Jewish clients?
A client can directly ask a therapist if they have extensive experience working with Jewish clients and if so, whether these individuals sought counseling for faith-related issues or marital or familial issues in which their Jewish background was a factor. A client may also wish to ask a potential therapist whether they incorporate Jewish teachings and values into their own professional work.
Who is included in Psychology Today’s directory of Jewish therapists?
The directory of Jewish therapists includes professionals who have opted to share their cultural background on their profiles. However, not all therapists choose to disclose their background, and they may not appear in search results for this reason.The directory also shows therapists who indicate that they have extensive experience working with Jewish clients and/or communities.