Lauren Kirschenbaum
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Licensed in Israel
- HaTzvi 6
- Jerusalem
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Lauren Kirschenbaum
Verified
Credentials
Clinical Social Worker
MSW
Finances
250-350 NIS
N/A
N/A
Licensed in Israel
- HaTzvi 6
- Jerusalem
ABOUT
Therapy is a journey; I try to bring my sensitive and warm nature into sessions with my clients, to help them through this meaningful and important process. I like to create space for people to be themselves, to feel safe, and to work through their challenges. I currently work in a clinic that provides one-on-one therapy to teenagers and young adults with a variety of issues, including anxiety, depression, and low self esteem, among others. I also work with the parents of our clients to provide them with parenting, support, and whatever guidance is appropriate. I like to use a range of modalities and methods, such as CBT and psychodynamic therapy for example, depending on the client and their needs. I love working with teenagers and young adults to help them reach their potential. :)
QUALIFICATIONS
MSW
Fordham University
2015
Degree
MSWEducation
Fordham UniversityYear of Graduation
2015Years in Practice
7
LICENSED IN ISRAEL
Registered Social Worker in Israel
36888
ADDITIONAL CREDENTIALS
Family Systems Psychotherapist - July 2021
MEd - Azrieli School of Jewish Education and Administration - 2013
DISTANCE COUNSELING
Telephone Counseling
PRIMARY SPECIALTIES
Adjustments
Anxiety / Panic
Family Issues
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Self-Esteem
ADDITIONAL SPECIALTIES
Depression
CLIENT FOCUS
Population
Adolescents
Women
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.
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.
SERVICES OFFERED
Individual Therapy
Family Therapy
Hadrachat Horim
