Licensed in Israel
Michal Fromowitz Verified
Play Therapist, Social Worker
MSW, BSW
250-350 NIS
None
Free Consultation
Licensed in Israel
Our twenties and thirties can be confusing, overwhelming and surprisingly lonely. In what often feels like a swirling world where it seems like everyone has it together and you're the only one struggling, trying to make sense of newfound responsibilities, life experiences, expectations and life transitions, it's common to feel scared and even paralyzed. It may feel like you’re meant to "just know" what to do or how to manage and cope, but what happens when you don’t or you can’t? You can feel overwhelmed, stressed, anxious, lonely, isolated, or lost. This experience is much more common than it may feel and reaching out for help is a courageous first start.
I believe in a holistic approach to mental (and physical) health and I draw from various modalities to provide the best treatment for each individual client. Therapy is not only a troubleshooting tool to use when we're struggling. I strongly believe it is an opportunity to learn skills and tools when things are "going well" that we can then tap back into when we're struggling.
Experience
I earned my Bachelor's degree in Social Work (BSW) from Ariel University and my Masters in Social Work from Wurzweiler School of Social Work (Yeshiva University) in conjunction with The Hebrew University of Jerusalem. I completed a certification in Play Therapy from Bar Ilan University followed by a psychotherapy certification in Play Therapy through The School for Play Therapy under Dr. Suzi Kagan. I earned certification from Amutat Oti in age-appropriate adaptive and integrative therapy with a specialization in working with children who have Autism Spectrum Disorder.
During my years of experience in the field, I've worked with a variety of age groups and population sectors from young children to senior citizens. I've had the privilege of helping individuals who were struggling with ASD, anxiety, complex family dysfunctionality, abuse and neglect, low self-esteem, anxiety and life transitions.
I offer online therapy and free consultations.
Feel free to read more about me and my approach at michalfromowitz.com.
MSW
Yeshiva University
2023
BSW
Ariel University
2018
5
35884
Certificate of Play Therapy, 2023
Online Therapy
Adjustments
Anxiety / Panic
Family Issues
Life Transitions
Self-Esteem
Stress Management
Adults
Men
Women
Hebrew
English
Existential PsychotherapyExistential psychotherapy is a form of psychotherapy that emphasizes an individual’s subjective experience of existence. It is a philosophical approach to psychotherapy that views the individual as ultimately responsible for creating a meaningful life. This form of psychotherapy helps individuals explore their subjective experiences, understand their personal values and beliefs, find ways to live more authentically, and make meaningful choices. The ultimate goal is to help the individual reach a greater sense of self-awareness and personal fulfillment.
Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian Therapy)Person-centered therapy, or Rogerian therapy, was developed by Carl Rogers in the 1940’s. It is a form of talk therapy that emphasizes the importance of providing psychological safety, unconditional positive regard, and empathic understanding to clients. This type of therapy is based on the belief that individuals have an innate capacity for self-actualization and self-understanding and that the therapist's role is to provide a supportive environment in which this process can take place. Through the use of active listening, open-ended questions, and non-judgmental reflection, the therapist helps the client to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences in a safe and accepting environment. By doing so, clients are able to gain insight into their issues, develop a greater understanding of themselves, and work towards personal growth.
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.
Individual Therapy