Telehealth Available
Karen Kovac Littwin
Credentials
Type of Therapist:
Clinical Social Worker
Primary Degree(s):
MSW
Finances
Average Cost Per Session:
350-500 NIS
Insurance:
N/A
Discounts Available:
Student Discount

Licensed in Israel

Office
  • 61 Ibn Gavirol
  • Tel Aviv
Telehealth Available

Karen Kovac Littwin Verified Verified

Credentials
Type of Therapist:

Clinical Social Worker

Primary Degree(s):

MSW

Finances
Average Cost Per Session:

350-500 NIS

Insurance:

N/A

Discounts Available:

Student Discount

Licensed in Israel

Office
  • 61 Ibn Gavirol
  • Tel Aviv

ABOUT

What being a therapist means to me: We are all born with similar and yet individually unique needs- to be seen, to have someone close enough with the ability to identify those needs and to act upon them. It is that mirroring, that enables us to grow a sense of self and connect to our inner world. From my experience working with children, adolescents and their parents, it is essential to create an individually sensitive environment, especially since the therapeutic setting may at times be experienced as odd, uncertain and even intimidating. However, I believe that with some time, courage and will, the therapeutic alliance can lead to significant growth, understanding, acceptance and ability to move on in our lives. Each person has his/her own unique personality and needs and not one means of intervention is right for all, so I believe that together with the patient, we can create a unique process and path. Fully listening to one’s needs and hopes, is my moral and professional commitment, by which I believe we can together find the right path.

QUALIFICATIONS

Degree
Education
Year of Graduation

MSW

The Bob Shapell School of Social Work

2015


Degree
MSW

Education
The Bob Shapell School of Social Work

Year of Graduation
2015
Years in Practice

12

LICENSED IN ISRAEL
Registered Social Worker in Israel

27759

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ADDITIONAL CREDENTIALS

Tel Aviv University, Master of Social Work- Child & Adolescent Clinical MSW Program 2015

Bar Ilan University, Bachelors of Arts, Social Work, specializing in Individual Therapy 2011

Ruppin Academic College, Bachelor in Behavioral Sciences, Psychology Track 2008

DISTANCE COUNSELING

None, Online Therapy

PRIMARY SPECIALTIES

Depression

Family Issues

Grief

Life Transitions

Mood Disorders

ADDITIONAL SPECIALTIES

Adjustments

Anxiety / Panic

Behavioral Concerns In Children

Parenting Issues / Training

Self-Esteem

CLIENT FOCUS

Population

Adolescents
Adults

Languages

Hebrew
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.

Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT)IPT focuses on the relationships and interactions an individual has with others. It is based on the premise that the way that we interact with others can have a significant impact on our emotional well-being. During IPT sessions, the practitioner will work with the client to identify patterns of behavior and communication that may be contributing to their emotional distress. They will then help the client learn new ways of interacting with others, as well as teach them coping skills to manage difficult emotions. It is a time-limited therapy, typically lasting between 12-16 weeks, with the goal of helping the client develop long-term coping skills.

Play TherapyPlay therapy is an evidence-based, developmentally appropriate form of intervention used to facilitate emotional, cognitive, and social growth in children. Play therapy is based on the premise that play is the child's natural medium of self-expression and can be used to assess and help a child work through difficult emotions, thoughts, and behaviors. The goal of play therapy is to help children develop the skills and abilities to navigate life stressors, and build self-esteem. During treatment, the therapist creates a comfortable, safe environment (a playroom) for the child to play with as few limits as possible. The toys in the playroom are intended to encourage the child to express his or her feelings and develop healthier behaviors. The child’s “play” with these toys serve as the child’s symbolic words, which may be difficult to express otherwise.

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.

Relational PsychotherapyRelational psychotherapy is a form of psychotherapy that focuses on a person’s relationships with others and the dynamics between them. It emphasizes the importance of the therapeutic relationship between the client and the therapist, and it explores the meaning and purpose of relationships in the client’s life. Relational psychotherapy seeks to understand how the client’s past relationships shape their current experiences and how the client interacts with others. The goal is to help the person develop healthier relationships and better communication skills so they can become more emotionally connected to others.

SERVICES OFFERED

Individual Therapy
Hadrachat Horim