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Asher Epstein
Credentials
Type of Therapist:
Clinical Psychologist, Supervising and Training Psychoanalyst
Primary Degree(s):
PsyD
Finances
Average Cost Per Session:
350-500 NIS
Insurance:
None
Discounts Available:
N/A

Registered Psychologist in Israel Mumche Specialty License in Israel

Office
  • 31 Herzl St
  • Zichron Yaakov, 30900
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Credentials
Type of Therapist:

Clinical Psychologist, Supervising and Training Psychoanalyst

Primary Degree(s):

PsyD

Finances
Average Cost Per Session:

350-500 NIS

Insurance:

None

Discounts Available:

N/A

Registered Psychologist in Israel Mumche Specialty License in Israel

Office
  • 31 Herzl St
  • Zichron Yaakov, 30900

ABOUT

I have been working as a clinical psychologist for 24 years, first in the U.S. and then in Israel. My doctoral dissertation was on the psychological adjustment to immigration, and so I am well familiar with the challenges facing new immigrants. I teach in many different psychotherapy training programs including Haifa and Tel Aviv University. I currently divide my time teaching and supervising therapists and seeing patients in my Zichron Yaakov practice. I see patients both in weekly therapy and psychoanalysis. My approach is based upon a humanistic form of psychoanalytic psychotherapy called self psychology, which attempts to revive a person's damaged sense of self which is at the root of so many human problems, including anxiety, depression and relationship issues. I try to create a warm and supportive atmosphere in which a person can grow and ultimately lead a fulfilling life.

QUALIFICATIONS

Degree
Education
Year of Graduation

PsyD

Yeshiva University Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology

1993


Degree
PsyD

Education
Yeshiva University Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology

Year of Graduation
1993
Years in Practice

29

LICENSED IN ISRAEL
Registration in Pinkas Hapsichologim

4640

Mumche Category

Clinical Psychologist

Mumche License Number

4640, Supervisor license # 6151

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ADDITIONAL CREDENTIALS

Psychoanalyst 2012
Training and Supervising Psychoanalyst 2015

DISTANCE COUNSELING

Telephone Counseling, Online Therapy

SPECIALTIES

Adjustments

Anxiety / Panic

Couples / Relationship / Marriage Counseling

Depression

Family Issues

Gender Identity Concerns

Grief

Holistic

Life Transitions

Mood Disorders

Parenting Issues / Training

Postpartum Depression

Self-Esteem

Sexual Issues

Spiritual Concerns

Stress Management

CLIENT FOCUS

Population

Adults
Couples
Men
Women

Languages

Hebrew
English

TREATMENT APPROACH

PsychoanalysisPsychoanalysis is a form of psychotherapy that focuses on unconscious processes and is used to treat mental health conditions. It is based on the belief that unconscious conflicts are the root of psychological issues. It seeks to understand an individual's psychological experience, including thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, in order to identify patterns, uncover underlying conflicts, and gain insight into how these conflicts may be impacting the individual's life. Psychoanalysis is based on the idea that unconscious processes and experiences can affect behavior, mood, and relationships. The goal of psychoanalysis is to help the individual gain insight into these unconscious processes. Psychoanalysis suggests that the client’s symptoms can be reduced by bringing these conflicts into conscious awareness.

Psychodynamic TherapyPsychodynamic therapy is a form of therapy that focuses on the unconscious mind and how it affects behavior. It works to help people understand and work through past experiences and feelings that may be causing difficulties in the present. This type of therapy encourages individuals to explore their emotions, relationships, and behaviors in order to gain insight into their current difficulties. It can help individuals better understand themselves and their motivations, and gain insight into how past events have impacted their current lives. People tend to develop defense mechanisms when faced with challenges in life. Defense mechanisms may keep painful feelings, memories, and experiences in the unconscious. A few common defense mechanisms include: denial, repression, and rationalization. Psychodynamic therapists encourage people to speak freely about their emotions, desires, and fears. Being open may help uncover vulnerable feelings that have been pushed out of conscious awareness. According to psychodynamic theory, behavior is influenced by unconscious thought. Once painful feelings are brought forth and processed, the defense mechanisms are no longer needed and a person in treatment can start changing unhelpful patterns when coping with life’s challenges.

Couples therapy Parent guidance

SERVICES OFFERED

Individual Therapy
Clinical Supervision
Couples Therapy