Jewish Therapists in 12401

Photo of Sheera Scherman, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Sheera Scherman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kingston, NY 12401
Are you struggling with issues you feel no one around you understands? Struggling with relationships? Frustrated with self defeating patterns or anxiety? You deserve to have a safe space where you can be yourself and explore your potential, with an experienced, compassionate guide in your corner. My goal is to support you while you develop better coping skills and help you figure out how to show up more fully and effectively in your life- because you deserve it. You've taken the first step- I'm here to help with the next.
Are you struggling with issues you feel no one around you understands? Struggling with relationships? Frustrated with self defeating patterns or anxiety? You deserve to have a safe space where you can be yourself and explore your potential, with an experienced, compassionate guide in your corner. My goal is to support you while you develop better coping skills and help you figure out how to show up more fully and effectively in your life- because you deserve it. You've taken the first step- I'm here to help with the next.
(347) 601-2750 View (347) 601-2750
Photo of Sarah Rabenou, LCAT, MPS
Sarah Rabenou
Creative Arts Therapist, LCAT, MPS
Verified Verified
Kingston, NY 12401  (Online Only)
I am passionate about helping you create real change from within so you can experience life, sex, intimacy, and relationships as your heart desires. If you want to feel secure, confident, and satisfied in how you relate to intimacy and your relationships, I help you navigate your traumas, fears, wounds, and conditioning around attachment, love & relationships. I help you take your personal power back, remind you of your own inherent wisdom and truth, and teach you how to release the never-ending "broken" "fix it" cycle of self-improvement and repetitive painful experiences.
I am passionate about helping you create real change from within so you can experience life, sex, intimacy, and relationships as your heart desires. If you want to feel secure, confident, and satisfied in how you relate to intimacy and your relationships, I help you navigate your traumas, fears, wounds, and conditioning around attachment, love & relationships. I help you take your personal power back, remind you of your own inherent wisdom and truth, and teach you how to release the never-ending "broken" "fix it" cycle of self-improvement and repetitive painful experiences.
(845) 403-1525 View (845) 403-1525
Photo of Michael M Reisner, LMHC, Counselor
Michael M Reisner
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Kingston, NY 12401
Hello Everybody! I specialize in supporting the mental health of people for whom dominant culture is not a good fit. Over the years, the mainstay of my clients identify as: LGBTQIA+, autistic / otherwise neuro-divergent, BIPOC, having medical needs or are differently physicially-abled, as having intellectual / developmental / learning disabilities, having esoteric / magick / minority religious practitioners (and many times, some combination of the above). I focus on helping people working through C-PTSD, those who are part of minority sexual communities (Queer, Kinky, Non-Monogamous, etc.),
Hello Everybody! I specialize in supporting the mental health of people for whom dominant culture is not a good fit. Over the years, the mainstay of my clients identify as: LGBTQIA+, autistic / otherwise neuro-divergent, BIPOC, having medical needs or are differently physicially-abled, as having intellectual / developmental / learning disabilities, having esoteric / magick / minority religious practitioners (and many times, some combination of the above). I focus on helping people working through C-PTSD, those who are part of minority sexual communities (Queer, Kinky, Non-Monogamous, etc.),
(845) 524-9130 View (845) 524-9130
Photo of Nataleigh Kohn, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Nataleigh Kohn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Kingston, NY 12401
I love working with people to understand their own patterns of thoughts, feelings, behaviors, and relationships. All of these patterns have a root cause, and have served you in some way at some time—even if they are now proving to be unhelpful or harmful. In our work together, we will come to better understand the problems you face, develop a plan to make a change, and then put that plan into action. I specialize in working with pre-teens, teens, and adults struggling with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, trauma, BPD, ADHD, patterns of difficulty regulating emotions, and pervasive isolation/interpersonal conflict.
I love working with people to understand their own patterns of thoughts, feelings, behaviors, and relationships. All of these patterns have a root cause, and have served you in some way at some time—even if they are now proving to be unhelpful or harmful. In our work together, we will come to better understand the problems you face, develop a plan to make a change, and then put that plan into action. I specialize in working with pre-teens, teens, and adults struggling with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, trauma, BPD, ADHD, patterns of difficulty regulating emotions, and pervasive isolation/interpersonal conflict.
(518) 855-6598 View (518) 855-6598
Photo of Rebecca Land, LMSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Rebecca Land
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Kingston, NY 12401  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My goal is to foster a sense of safety for clients to speak openly about who they are and how they feel. I am interested in the way our lives and relationships are touched by our past experiences, our fears, and our desires. I provide individual psychotherapy, couple’s, and solution focused treatment. My style is direct, warm, and (dare I say) funny. I draw from clinical training in psychodynamic psychotherapy and family systems theory.
My goal is to foster a sense of safety for clients to speak openly about who they are and how they feel. I am interested in the way our lives and relationships are touched by our past experiences, our fears, and our desires. I provide individual psychotherapy, couple’s, and solution focused treatment. My style is direct, warm, and (dare I say) funny. I draw from clinical training in psychodynamic psychotherapy and family systems theory.
(917) 727-5601 View (917) 727-5601
Photo of Amy Baracks, LCSW, PMH-C, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Amy Baracks
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Kingston, NY 12401
You are ready to celebrate the full you. You dream of moving beyond whatever is keeping you stuck in unhealthy patterns. You are tired of trying to fit into a world that was not designed for you. You want to respond instead of react, improve your connection to others, and be grounded in your body. Even when some areas of your life are going okay, things still feel hard. You may have tried therapy many times before but it never seems "to work" and you are ready to try something new.
You are ready to celebrate the full you. You dream of moving beyond whatever is keeping you stuck in unhealthy patterns. You are tired of trying to fit into a world that was not designed for you. You want to respond instead of react, improve your connection to others, and be grounded in your body. Even when some areas of your life are going okay, things still feel hard. You may have tried therapy many times before but it never seems "to work" and you are ready to try something new.
(845) 299-2519 View (845) 299-2519
Photo of Carolyn Brown Cirnitski, LCSW-R, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Carolyn Brown Cirnitski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Kingston, NY 12401
Not accepting new clients
If you feel that you may have an eating disorder, or have been trying to deal with it on your own, please feel free to reach out to me for an initial consultation. I understand many of the concerns of individuals with eating disorders, and will work with you to help you find your own path to recovery. I incorporate evidenced based treatments for eating disorders in our work, and also consult with other professionals working in this field to create an excellent team approach for support and recovery.
If you feel that you may have an eating disorder, or have been trying to deal with it on your own, please feel free to reach out to me for an initial consultation. I understand many of the concerns of individuals with eating disorders, and will work with you to help you find your own path to recovery. I incorporate evidenced based treatments for eating disorders in our work, and also consult with other professionals working in this field to create an excellent team approach for support and recovery.
(845) 668-3650 View (845) 668-3650
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.