Jewish Therapists in Benson, NC
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Dana DePietro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Durham, NC 27705
Waitlist for new clients
I am a queer, White, culturally Jewish (anti-Zionist), cisgender woman who specializes in working with adults on trauma processing. I believe that the "personal is political" and encourage clients to explore how systems of oppression like racism, sexism, homophobia, and transphobia impact their mental health and well-being. I enjoy working with queer and trans clients; I am experienced in writing gender-affirming surgery letters. I take a "Health at Every Size" (HAES) approach to eating and movement. I like to use a variety of therapy approaches in my work: mainly IFS, EMDR, relational psychodynamic, ACT, and DBT.
I am a queer, White, culturally Jewish (anti-Zionist), cisgender woman who specializes in working with adults on trauma processing. I believe that the "personal is political" and encourage clients to explore how systems of oppression like racism, sexism, homophobia, and transphobia impact their mental health and well-being. I enjoy working with queer and trans clients; I am experienced in writing gender-affirming surgery letters. I take a "Health at Every Size" (HAES) approach to eating and movement. I like to use a variety of therapy approaches in my work: mainly IFS, EMDR, relational psychodynamic, ACT, and DBT.
Hello! Thank you for taking the time to view my profile. I value creating a therapeutic space in which individuals of all identities can feel safe to explore their thoughts/emotions and address challenging aspects of their life in which they may need support navigating. As a lesbian identifying clinician, I have a passion for working with folks from the LGBTQIA+ community. I also have an interest in working with those navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, family/relationship issues, life transitions/stress, and self-esteem concerns.
Hello! Thank you for taking the time to view my profile. I value creating a therapeutic space in which individuals of all identities can feel safe to explore their thoughts/emotions and address challenging aspects of their life in which they may need support navigating. As a lesbian identifying clinician, I have a passion for working with folks from the LGBTQIA+ community. I also have an interest in working with those navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, family/relationship issues, life transitions/stress, and self-esteem concerns.
Kimberly Selsky
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MHC
Verified Verified
Wilmington, NC 28403
Hi! Thank you for visiting my page. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and have been in the mental health field for almost fifteen years. I enjoy helping people and would like to help you reach your goals. I believe that the most important thing in therapy is the relationship between the client and his/her therapist.
Hi! Thank you for visiting my page. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and have been in the mental health field for almost fifteen years. I enjoy helping people and would like to help you reach your goals. I believe that the most important thing in therapy is the relationship between the client and his/her therapist.
Gina Boyle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSWA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chapel Hill, NC 27516
Therapy is a safe, non-judgmental space for you to be witnessed, understood, and gently challenged to take action on what you truly value most. It's an opportunity for you to enhance your total well-being & deepen your engagement in life. I work best with individuals who are interested in understanding how they got stuck & who want to develop the skills & insights to move forward in ways which are meaningful to them. I utilize a holistic approach attuned to your needs & I truly listen.
Therapy is a safe, non-judgmental space for you to be witnessed, understood, and gently challenged to take action on what you truly value most. It's an opportunity for you to enhance your total well-being & deepen your engagement in life. I work best with individuals who are interested in understanding how they got stuck & who want to develop the skills & insights to move forward in ways which are meaningful to them. I utilize a holistic approach attuned to your needs & I truly listen.
Daniel Grunhaus
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHCS, LPC
Verified Verified
Morrisville, NC 27560 (Online Only)
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, or relationship struggles? Maybe you’re facing changes in your life that are hard to navigate. My ideal client is someone like you, looking for a supportive and understanding space to work through these challenges. Together, we'll explore your emotions, uncover what's holding you back, and find strategies that work for you. Whether you want to strengthen your relationships, overcome personal hurdles, or embrace change, I’m here to help you live a life that truly reflects your values and aspirations.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, or relationship struggles? Maybe you’re facing changes in your life that are hard to navigate. My ideal client is someone like you, looking for a supportive and understanding space to work through these challenges. Together, we'll explore your emotions, uncover what's holding you back, and find strategies that work for you. Whether you want to strengthen your relationships, overcome personal hurdles, or embrace change, I’m here to help you live a life that truly reflects your values and aspirations.
Humor, warmth, authenticity, and a commitment to social justice are the foundations of my practice. I specialize in providing support and coaching to parents seeking to make sense of, or make choices around, their parenting style; helping parents process stress or grief around their parenting experience; and supporting parents of children with trauma histories or significant behavioral challenges. I am committed to creating an affirming space for clients from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities.
Humor, warmth, authenticity, and a commitment to social justice are the foundations of my practice. I specialize in providing support and coaching to parents seeking to make sense of, or make choices around, their parenting style; helping parents process stress or grief around their parenting experience; and supporting parents of children with trauma histories or significant behavioral challenges. I am committed to creating an affirming space for clients from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), licensed in North Carolina, Maryland, and Florida, with a PhD in Social Work, specializing in working with folks coping with grief, trauma, depression and anxiety, and relationship difficulties. I believe therapy is a process that is empowered by the relationship between therapist and client, working together in a supportive environment. My goal for my clients is that they gain insight and tools to enable them to make choices and changes to improve their lives. My approach is client-centered and strengths-based.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), licensed in North Carolina, Maryland, and Florida, with a PhD in Social Work, specializing in working with folks coping with grief, trauma, depression and anxiety, and relationship difficulties. I believe therapy is a process that is empowered by the relationship between therapist and client, working together in a supportive environment. My goal for my clients is that they gain insight and tools to enable them to make choices and changes to improve their lives. My approach is client-centered and strengths-based.
I work with individuals, children, adolescents, teens, adults, couples, families, and persons in the LGBTQ+ community! My clinical interests include working with those affected by trauma, personality disorders, Autism, ADHD and other neurodivergent conditions, as my own life is affected by the differences and challenges my daughter’s Autism has introduced us to throughout her life. I have experience in trauma-focused CBT and DBT for those affected by childhood trauma, abuse, and sexual trauma. I also have experience with the foster-care system, single-parent households & blended families.
I work with individuals, children, adolescents, teens, adults, couples, families, and persons in the LGBTQ+ community! My clinical interests include working with those affected by trauma, personality disorders, Autism, ADHD and other neurodivergent conditions, as my own life is affected by the differences and challenges my daughter’s Autism has introduced us to throughout her life. I have experience in trauma-focused CBT and DBT for those affected by childhood trauma, abuse, and sexual trauma. I also have experience with the foster-care system, single-parent households & blended families.
I specialize in Trauma, Veteran, and LGBQ+ & T issues, as well as Anxiety/Depression and Political/Religious Trauma in teens, adults, elders, and couples. I can help alleviate consistent anxiety and feelings of depression that come from the past experiences and fears about the future. I understand the demands of marriage and parenting as well as those compounded by the military. I work with those navigating through divorce and child custody as well. I am retired from the United States Air Force and can assist in navigating the military/VA disability path...
I specialize in Trauma, Veteran, and LGBQ+ & T issues, as well as Anxiety/Depression and Political/Religious Trauma in teens, adults, elders, and couples. I can help alleviate consistent anxiety and feelings of depression that come from the past experiences and fears about the future. I understand the demands of marriage and parenting as well as those compounded by the military. I work with those navigating through divorce and child custody as well. I am retired from the United States Air Force and can assist in navigating the military/VA disability path...
Therapy can be an intimidating space, so let’s work together to find the best method for you. I believe that the therapy room is a space to be yourself, grow, be challenged, and know that no topic is off limits. I enjoy working with families, individuals, and couples who are struggling with issues of sexuality, gender, suicidality, and interpersonal dynamics. I try to understand each person and find ways to challenge you in a caring way. I use a variety of tools from my training including harm reduction, Bowen family systems, sex therapy, health at every size, liberation health model, and more.
Therapy can be an intimidating space, so let’s work together to find the best method for you. I believe that the therapy room is a space to be yourself, grow, be challenged, and know that no topic is off limits. I enjoy working with families, individuals, and couples who are struggling with issues of sexuality, gender, suicidality, and interpersonal dynamics. I try to understand each person and find ways to challenge you in a caring way. I use a variety of tools from my training including harm reduction, Bowen family systems, sex therapy, health at every size, liberation health model, and more.
Eva Schildhause
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fayetteville, NC 28305
Waitlist for new clients
Something feels off in your life. You're frustrated. You're struggling to understand your sadness, anxiety, or anger. You're having difficulty in relationships. You're feeling stuck and can't figure out why. There are reasons for the way you are. The type of therapy I do can help you sort through what's going on and come to know and understand yourself in new ways.
Something feels off in your life. You're frustrated. You're struggling to understand your sadness, anxiety, or anger. You're having difficulty in relationships. You're feeling stuck and can't figure out why. There are reasons for the way you are. The type of therapy I do can help you sort through what's going on and come to know and understand yourself in new ways.
Maureen Noble
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Wilmington, NC 28403
I don’t believe in a one size fits all approach. Purpose and meaning, and how we get there, is different for everyone. I enjoy working with women ages 30-65. During this tumultuous time women are coming into their power and may be experiencing relational issue challenges, sleep disruptions, and symptoms of perio-menopause/menopause. I am an eclectic therapist, using best practice, evidence-based interventions (CBT, DBT, solution-focused therapy), spiritual connection, and experiential art therapy. The underpinning of my approach is authentic person centered, existential and conversational talk therapy.
I don’t believe in a one size fits all approach. Purpose and meaning, and how we get there, is different for everyone. I enjoy working with women ages 30-65. During this tumultuous time women are coming into their power and may be experiencing relational issue challenges, sleep disruptions, and symptoms of perio-menopause/menopause. I am an eclectic therapist, using best practice, evidence-based interventions (CBT, DBT, solution-focused therapy), spiritual connection, and experiential art therapy. The underpinning of my approach is authentic person centered, existential and conversational talk therapy.
Do you struggle to get your needs met in your relationships? Perhaps you try repeatedly and fail to achieve harmony? I have a special interest in working with individuals experiencing unhappiness in their important relationships. When my clients first come in, they may feel they are doing the heavy lifting and hope that things will change. Their relationship dissatisfaction gets in the way of the life they want in so many ways. They aren’t the person they strive to be according to their values. They feel like they are failing as a partner and in life. Greater self-confidence and fulfillment are attainable.
Do you struggle to get your needs met in your relationships? Perhaps you try repeatedly and fail to achieve harmony? I have a special interest in working with individuals experiencing unhappiness in their important relationships. When my clients first come in, they may feel they are doing the heavy lifting and hope that things will change. Their relationship dissatisfaction gets in the way of the life they want in so many ways. They aren’t the person they strive to be according to their values. They feel like they are failing as a partner and in life. Greater self-confidence and fulfillment are attainable.
Jenny Schwartz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chapel Hill, NC 27514 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
In the context of an accepting, supportive, and trusting relationship, I can help you find solutions to your life's challenges and psychological issues. In my over twenty years of experience, I have worked primarily with adults and older adults on issues of anxiety, depression, and the stressors that can emerge with major life changes. Life can be overwhelming and sometimes even exhausting, but I’m here to guide you through any obstacles you may face. My goal is to help you understand yourself more deeply and better cope with change.
In the context of an accepting, supportive, and trusting relationship, I can help you find solutions to your life's challenges and psychological issues. In my over twenty years of experience, I have worked primarily with adults and older adults on issues of anxiety, depression, and the stressors that can emerge with major life changes. Life can be overwhelming and sometimes even exhausting, but I’m here to guide you through any obstacles you may face. My goal is to help you understand yourself more deeply and better cope with change.
Are negative thoughts taking over your life? Is something causing stress in your life? Perhaps you have goals you want to reach or habits you want to adopt or drop, but nothing you try seems to work. Maybe you feel unaccepted by others or struggle to set and keep boundaries. If this sounds like you, I am here to help! Although I work with many types of clients, I particularly enjoy working with fellow members of the LGBTQ+ community and the neurodivergent community.
Are negative thoughts taking over your life? Is something causing stress in your life? Perhaps you have goals you want to reach or habits you want to adopt or drop, but nothing you try seems to work. Maybe you feel unaccepted by others or struggle to set and keep boundaries. If this sounds like you, I am here to help! Although I work with many types of clients, I particularly enjoy working with fellow members of the LGBTQ+ community and the neurodivergent community.
Bridges Family Life Center, PLLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Garner, NC 27529
There could be many reasons why you are here, looking for a therapist. Perhaps you have trouble managing day-to-day stress that used to roll off your back, but now you can barely function. Maybe you and your spouse or children are stuck in more ways than one, and you’re feeling overwhelmed. Or maybe you seem like a different person since being pregnant, and you're concerned that you will never be your old self again. No matter the case, the real reason you're here is to feel better and find answers. At Bridges Family Life Center we are committed to helping you do just that.
There could be many reasons why you are here, looking for a therapist. Perhaps you have trouble managing day-to-day stress that used to roll off your back, but now you can barely function. Maybe you and your spouse or children are stuck in more ways than one, and you’re feeling overwhelmed. Or maybe you seem like a different person since being pregnant, and you're concerned that you will never be your old self again. No matter the case, the real reason you're here is to feel better and find answers. At Bridges Family Life Center we are committed to helping you do just that.
Andrew Elman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC, ATR, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Durham, NC 27705 (Online Only)
I incorporate my training of mindfulness, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and expressive therapy (art therapy) to help my clients in reducing anxiety and emotional distress, and thus improving understanding and self-awareness. I’m an artist, a free-thinker, and a trauma survivor. Painting and drawing on a daily basis has allowed me to explore emotions, survive, and know that we are not alone in this one wild and precious life we are living. I want to take care of what’s coming up in your life without judgment and help unlock those parts of you that seem impossible to look at.
I incorporate my training of mindfulness, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and expressive therapy (art therapy) to help my clients in reducing anxiety and emotional distress, and thus improving understanding and self-awareness. I’m an artist, a free-thinker, and a trauma survivor. Painting and drawing on a daily basis has allowed me to explore emotions, survive, and know that we are not alone in this one wild and precious life we are living. I want to take care of what’s coming up in your life without judgment and help unlock those parts of you that seem impossible to look at.
To me, therapy isn’t a workbook or a road map that’s the same for everyone. Therapy is about meeting you where you are. I want to learn about your unique strengths, values, goals, and struggles. I strive to support you in navigating your struggles, and in making choices in alignment with your values as you work toward your goals. I am curious about what brings you fulfillment and exploring avenues to infuse joy into your days, with a strength-based, benefit-enhancement approach. I view therapy as a collaborative process, know that you are the expert on your own experience, and meet each client as the individual you are.
To me, therapy isn’t a workbook or a road map that’s the same for everyone. Therapy is about meeting you where you are. I want to learn about your unique strengths, values, goals, and struggles. I strive to support you in navigating your struggles, and in making choices in alignment with your values as you work toward your goals. I am curious about what brings you fulfillment and exploring avenues to infuse joy into your days, with a strength-based, benefit-enhancement approach. I view therapy as a collaborative process, know that you are the expert on your own experience, and meet each client as the individual you are.
Shira Bar-On
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chapel Hill, NC 27514 (Online Only)
Dealing with life changes can be challenging and overwhelming for anyone. As a therapist, my role is to provide a supportive and accepting setting in which people may gain a better understanding of themselves and find more effective ways to cope. I believe the basis for the therapeutic process is the human connection that gets created. This relationship develops in the shared space and time through an open conversation that allows a deep observation into the challenging issues of everyday life. Together we could identify what serves you, what barriers may get in the way, and find ways to better cope with change and hardship.
Dealing with life changes can be challenging and overwhelming for anyone. As a therapist, my role is to provide a supportive and accepting setting in which people may gain a better understanding of themselves and find more effective ways to cope. I believe the basis for the therapeutic process is the human connection that gets created. This relationship develops in the shared space and time through an open conversation that allows a deep observation into the challenging issues of everyday life. Together we could identify what serves you, what barriers may get in the way, and find ways to better cope with change and hardship.
Accepting new clients - Are your perfectionism and imposter syndrome besties? Are you stressed about your stress? Do you need another to-do list to manage your to-do list? Does it feel like you're doing too much but somehow never enough? Do you feel too exhausted to even enjoy your weekends or vacations? Does life look "good" from the outside but feel anything but? I work with busy, ambitious people who are underpaid and overwhelmed create a balanced life they are fully present for.
Accepting new clients - Are your perfectionism and imposter syndrome besties? Are you stressed about your stress? Do you need another to-do list to manage your to-do list? Does it feel like you're doing too much but somehow never enough? Do you feel too exhausted to even enjoy your weekends or vacations? Does life look "good" from the outside but feel anything but? I work with busy, ambitious people who are underpaid and overwhelmed create a balanced life they are fully present for.
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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.