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Psychotherapist, LMSW
Telehealth Available
Brian M Lissak
Credentials
Type of Therapist:
Psychotherapist
Primary Degree(s):
LMSW
Finances
Average Cost Per Session:
350-500 NIS
Insurance:
None
Discounts Available:
Sliding Scale | Free Consultation
Licensed Abroad
Licensed in the USA, in the State of New York
Office
  • Online
Telehealth Available
Office
  • Online

Brian M Lissak Verified Verified

Credentials
Type of Therapist:

Psychotherapist

Primary Degree(s):

LMSW

Finances
Average Cost Per Session:

350-500 NIS

Insurance:

None

Discounts Available:

Sliding Scale | Free Consultation

Licensed Abroad
Licensed in the USA, in the State of New York

ABOUT THE THERAPIST

I combine empathy with structure and discipline, helping you architect your own healing, growth, and success.

My Approach to Helping:

I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, PTSD, ADD/ADHD, OCD, and family, couples, and interpersonal relationship challenges. I also offer Peak Performance training for individuals aiming to excel in various aspects of life. Whether in the office or in real-world settings, I work with you to create a personalized approach that supports your goals. I use evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Somatic Experiencing, Hakomi, and Motivational Interviewing. I'm also trained in Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapy, using Ketamine for clients who are eligible. Additionally, I incorporate biofeedback, neurofeedback, and other neurophysiological interventions to personalize treatment, guided by a strong understanding of the nervous system. and its interaction with our psychological experience. My approach blends compassion with structure, helping you take charge of your growth. Discipline, integrity, and meaning are pillars of my work and the space we will co-create. Before becoming a therapist, I was an NCAA athlete and served in the military - experiences that shape my work and allow me to connect with clients in a meaningful way.

QUALIFICATIONS

Degree
Education
Year of Graduation

LMSW

Wurzweiler School of Social Work

2022


Degree
LMSW

Education
Wurzweiler School of Social Work

Year of Graduation
2022
Years in Practice

4

LICENSED IN THE USA
License Category
License Number / State / Active Until
Master Social Worker
117723 / New York / 31.05.2028
License Category
Master Social Worker
License Number / State / Active Until
117723 / New York / 31.05.2028
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ADDITIONAL CREDENTIALS

Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapy (Integrative Psychiatry Institute) - 2023

DISTANCE COUNSELING

Telephone Counseling, Online Therapy

PRIMARY SPECIALTIES

Anxiety / Panic

Couples / Relationship / Marriage Counseling

Depression

Executive / Career / Life Coaching

Trauma / Post Traumatic Stress Disorder PTSD

ADDITIONAL SPECIALTIES

Alzheimers / Dementia

Anger Management

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Family Issues

Holistic

Life Transitions

Parenting Issues / Training

Phobias

Psychosomatic Disorders

Sleep / Insomnia

Stress Management

CLIENT FOCUS

Population

Adults
Couples

Languages Spoken

English
Hebrew

Native Language

English

TREATMENT APPROACH

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a type of psychotherapy that focuses on how one's thoughts, feelings and behaviors are connected and can be changed. It is based on the idea that how we think (cognition) and how we feel (emotion) can influence how we behave. CBT helps people identify and challenge distorted thinking and replace it with more balanced thinking, leading to improved mood and behavior. ‘Homework’, usually containing practical writing exercises, is often completed by the client between sessions to reinforce the therapy. Examples of tools that practitioners often use are journaling, challenging beliefs, and mindfulness.

Holistic PsychotherapyHolistic psychotherapy emphasizes the individual's interconnectedness between the individual's physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual aspects and views them as inseparable components of a single holistic system. Holistic psychotherapy focuses on understanding how these components interact and affect a person’s wellbeing. The goal of holistic psychotherapy is to create a sense of wholeness and harmony within the individual, and to foster self-awareness and self-care. Holistic practitioners use a variety of approaches, including traditional talk therapy, mindfulness practices, and body-based therapies like movement therapy. They also may incorporate nutrition, physical activity, and other lifestyle factors into treatment plans.

Internal Family Systems (IFS)Internal Family Systems (IFS) is an evidence-based psychotherapy that uses the metaphor of an internal family of parts to help people gain awareness of how different parts of themselves can interact in healthy and unhealthy ways. IFS encourages people to become curious about their different parts, with the goal of helping them gain access to their true Self or core. Through this process, people can learn to recognize and care for the different parts of themselves, as well as develop compassionate understanding for the origins of their parts. A key principle of IFS is that each part within the person has its own positive intention and is trying to protect the person in some way. By understanding the positive intention of each part, the practitioner and client can work together to help the parts feel heard and understood, and to find more adaptive ways of meeting their needs. IFS has been found to be an effective treatment for a variety of mental health issues, including depression, anxiety, trauma, and relationship issues.

Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP)

NeurofeedbackNeurofeedback is a form of biofeedback that uses real-time displays of brain activity to teach people to control their brain activity. This is done by monitoring the electrical activity of the brain, the electroencephalograph or EEG, and providing feedback to the person in the form of visual and/or auditory cues. By rewarding the desired brain activity, neurofeedback helps individuals learn to regulate their own brain activity, potentially leading to improved mental health and well-being. Neurofeedback can be used to treat a variety of conditions, including attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, depression, anxiety, and sleep disturbances. Neurofeedback is a noninvasive form of treatment that is safe and pain-free.

SERVICES OFFERED

Individual Therapy
Coaching
Consultation
Couples Therapy
Family Therapy
Group Therapy
Hadrachat Horim
Workshops/Educating