Jewish Therapists in Pensacola, FL
Hi, my name is Ilana. I am a LMHC based in Florida and an LPC in Arizona. I got my masters from Auburn University. I have been working with Mental health and addiction since 2020. I have worked with clients with all different types of backgrounds, mental health disorders, traumas, and sexualities. I focus on changing thinking patterns and behaviors. I have a true passion for changing lives.
Hi, my name is Ilana. I am a LMHC based in Florida and an LPC in Arizona. I got my masters from Auburn University. I have been working with Mental health and addiction since 2020. I have worked with clients with all different types of backgrounds, mental health disorders, traumas, and sexualities. I focus on changing thinking patterns and behaviors. I have a true passion for changing lives.
Sex addiction can have a truly negative impact on your family, your career, your relationships, and your health. Discovering that your partner has an addiction or is heavily involved in porn can be devastating to your relationship. You may feel alone and ashamed about your partner's behavior and have the urge to try to control how he acts. Although sexuality composes a large part of our lives, talking about it isn't always easy. When problems arise, it is even more difficult to discuss. Anger is a normal, healthy human emotion. However, left uncontrolled, it has the power to damage your body and your relationships.
Sex addiction can have a truly negative impact on your family, your career, your relationships, and your health. Discovering that your partner has an addiction or is heavily involved in porn can be devastating to your relationship. You may feel alone and ashamed about your partner's behavior and have the urge to try to control how he acts. Although sexuality composes a large part of our lives, talking about it isn't always easy. When problems arise, it is even more difficult to discuss. Anger is a normal, healthy human emotion. However, left uncontrolled, it has the power to damage your body and your relationships.
I specialize in helping people work through trauma, PTSD, and the challenges that come with high-pressure lives — while also supporting clients who simply want more clarity, balance, and meaning. I’ve worked with combat veterans, SPECOPS from
all branches (also foreign), survivors of sexual assault, Holocaust survivors, refugees and former prisoners of war. I’ve also spent many years supporting judges, senior government executives, and other high-performing professionals — people who are capable, driven, and often feel they don’t have much room to struggle. Therapy is born through a solid bond of trust that means everything to me.
I specialize in helping people work through trauma, PTSD, and the challenges that come with high-pressure lives — while also supporting clients who simply want more clarity, balance, and meaning. I’ve worked with combat veterans, SPECOPS from
all branches (also foreign), survivors of sexual assault, Holocaust survivors, refugees and former prisoners of war. I’ve also spent many years supporting judges, senior government executives, and other high-performing professionals — people who are capable, driven, and often feel they don’t have much room to struggle. Therapy is born through a solid bond of trust that means everything to me.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Nationally Certified Counselor providing telehealth services throughout the State of Florida. I have over 20 years of experience working with the behavioral health and substance use disorder populations. I primarily work with adults focusing on depression, anxiety, and addiction related disorders. I approach therapy as a collaborative process with the client sharing their challenges and the therapist guiding the process to reach positive outcomes. Maintaining an open line of communication and honesty is the key to achieving the best results.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Nationally Certified Counselor providing telehealth services throughout the State of Florida. I have over 20 years of experience working with the behavioral health and substance use disorder populations. I primarily work with adults focusing on depression, anxiety, and addiction related disorders. I approach therapy as a collaborative process with the client sharing their challenges and the therapist guiding the process to reach positive outcomes. Maintaining an open line of communication and honesty is the key to achieving the best results.
Hi! I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Maryland, DC, VA, and FL. I received my Masters of Marriage and Family Therapy and PhD in Public Health/Family Sciences from the University of Maryland, and MBA from the Louisiana State University. I have been practicing for over 25 years. I specialize in couple and family relationships; however, I also work with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, life transitions, and relationship problems.
Hi! I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Maryland, DC, VA, and FL. I received my Masters of Marriage and Family Therapy and PhD in Public Health/Family Sciences from the University of Maryland, and MBA from the Louisiana State University. I have been practicing for over 25 years. I specialize in couple and family relationships; however, I also work with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, life transitions, and relationship problems.
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As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Nationally Board Certified Counselor, I help clients navigate life’s many challenges and transitions. My holistic approach supports growth in all areas—emotional, relational, and personal—while fostering awareness, balance, and resilience. I offer a compassionate, grounded space for healing, clarity, and meaningful transformation.
As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Nationally Board Certified Counselor, I help clients navigate life’s many challenges and transitions. My holistic approach supports growth in all areas—emotional, relational, and personal—while fostering awareness, balance, and resilience. I offer a compassionate, grounded space for healing, clarity, and meaningful transformation.
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Maybe things feel tense at home lately, between you and your partner, between you and your kids, or all of the above. Arguments seem to happen more often, or there’s a quiet distance that’s hard to name. You’re trying to hold it all together, but underneath the surface there’s frustration, sadness, or just plain exhaustion. Perhaps pararenthood has changed things, maybe you feel like you’ve lost yourselves as a couple, or like you’re stuck in patterns with your children that you can’t seem to shift. Maybe trust has been broken, or old wounds keep showing up in new ways. You're here because something needs to change.
Maybe things feel tense at home lately, between you and your partner, between you and your kids, or all of the above. Arguments seem to happen more often, or there’s a quiet distance that’s hard to name. You’re trying to hold it all together, but underneath the surface there’s frustration, sadness, or just plain exhaustion. Perhaps pararenthood has changed things, maybe you feel like you’ve lost yourselves as a couple, or like you’re stuck in patterns with your children that you can’t seem to shift. Maybe trust has been broken, or old wounds keep showing up in new ways. You're here because something needs to change.
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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.