Telehealth Available
Telehealth Available
Shaina Karlin
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

Office
  • Ben Ami Street
  • Tel Aviv
Telehealth Available
Telehealth Available

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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

Office
  • Ben Ami Street
  • Tel Aviv

ABOUT

Hello! My name is Shaina. Born and raised in a small town in New Jersey. I have been living in New York City for the past five years prior to making my new home in Israel. I received my Masters in Social Work at New York University (NYU), The Silver School of Social Work. Most recently I worked at Bellevue Hospital in New York City providing therapy to families and their children in mental health crises. 

I made a significant life change this year moving to Tel Aviv and making Aliyah. I am eager to establish my social work career here in Israel. I look forward to assisting you on your mental health journey. 

Speciality: 

I specialize in talk therapy for adults and adolescents following a strength-based and emotion focused approach with clients. Through the years I have worked with clients dealing with anxiety, depression and life transitions. I also have extensive experience working with children, adolescents and adults suffering from trauma, substance use, eating disorders and gender dysphoria through my career at Bellevue Hospital, Visiting Nurses Association and internships at Rocking the Boat and West Midtown Medical Center. 

My Philosophy: 

I strive to create a safe space for my client building his/her/their trust so that each individual feels comfortable and open to share their inner thoughts and feelings with me. My approach is non judgmental. I will listen to you and present open ended questions so that you can develop an understanding of how to reach your goals, with me supporting you along your journey. 

Therapy is a powerful and ongoing process for most individuals. We are continously evolving. Life can be challenging and full of surprises. Asking for help can be uncomfortable and fearful. I am here to remind you that seeking support is a strength unto itself. I hope to aid you in your life's journey, offer you support and healing so that you can maximize your greatest potential. 

QUALIFICATIONS

Degree
Education
Year of Graduation

LMSW

NYU Silver School of Social Work

2020


Degree
LMSW

Education
NYU Silver School of Social Work

Year of Graduation
2020
Years in Practice

3

LICENSED ABROAD
License Category
License Number / State
Master Social Worker
NY - 110392

License Category
Master Social Worker
License Number
NY - 110392
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DISTANCE COUNSELING

Telephone Counseling, Online Therapy

PRIMARY SPECIALTIES

Depression

Grief

Life Transitions

Self-Esteem

Trauma / Post Traumatic Stress Disorder PTSD

ADDITIONAL SPECIALTIES

Adjustments

Cancer / Terminal Illness

Drug Abuse

Eating Disorders

Gender Identity Concerns

Parenting Issues / Training

Stress Management

CLIENT FOCUS

Population

Adolescents
Adults
Men
Women

Languages

English

TREATMENT APPROACH

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is a form of psychotherapy that encourages individuals to accept their thoughts, feelings, and experiences without judgment and to use them as tools to help them to make changes in their lives that are consistent with their values. It is based on the idea that by changing the way we think about our inner experiences, we can reduce emotional distress and increase our sense of well-being.

Emotion-Focused TherapyEmotion-focused therapy (EFT) is a type of psychotherapy that is based on the idea that emotions play a key role in a person’s mental health. EFT focuses on helping people to identify, accept, and manage their emotions in a healthy and productive way. The goal of EFT is to help people identify and express their emotions, understand how those emotions impact their behavior, and learn how to manage their emotions in a way that is adaptive and healthy. EFT is a research-based approach to psychotherapy that has been found to be effective in helping people manage a variety of mental health conditions. It has been used successfully in the treatment of individuals, couples, and families, as well as with groups. EFT is particularly beneficial for people who struggle with emotional regulation, mood disorders, anxiety, trauma, and relationship issues.

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.

Systems Theory / TherapySystems therapy is a type of psychotherapy that focuses on understanding how people's behavior is affected by their relationships with others. This form of therapy is based on the idea that the individual is embedded within a larger system, such as a family unit or work environment, and that changes to that system can cause changes in an individual's behavior. Systems therapy emphasizes the importance of understanding how these systems interact and how they can be changed to improve the individual's mental health. The therapist works to identify patterns of behavior in the system, identify areas of conflict or stress, and help the individuals develop strategies to make changes within the system that will lead to healthier outcomes.

SERVICES OFFERED

Individual Therapy