Simcha Dov Wolfe
Verified Credentials
Finances
Licensed in Israel
- Peretz 6
- Givat Shmuel
Simcha Dov Wolfe
Verified
Credentials
Clinical Social Worker, Sex Therapist
LCSW, MSW
Finances
350-500 NIS
None
None
Licensed in Israel
- Peretz 6
- Givat Shmuel
ABOUT
The goal in my practice is to help my clients feel more comfortable in addressing their sexuality and to be able to achieve the utmost in intimacy, warmth and connection through their sexuality. Originally from Montreal, Canada, and coming from a background of studies, both religious (5 years of Yeshiva study) and academic (Masters in Clinical Social Work), I specialized in family therapy while working as a clinical social worker in the Montreal Jewish community. At the same time, I taught family dynamics and marital intimacy at a local college and decided to make that my career focus. I moved to Israel and became a certified couples and sex therapist, after completing the comprehensive Sex and Marital Therapy program at Bar Ilan University. I believe that Judaism promotes a healthy and positive outlook on sexuality. I strive to help couples and individuals attain this positive outlook by encouraging open lines of communication and providing appropriate sex education. I help clients work through much of the guilt which, unfortunately, is often associated with exploring one's sexuality. All too often, young married couples come to my clinics in Givat Shmuel, Jerusalem and Bnei Berak with problems due to a lack of appropriate information. They may have issues that are clearly the byproduct of seeing sexuality as negative or "unclean". Since continuing my career in Israel, a major focus of my practice has been work with victims of sexual abuse. A highlight of my work over the last few years has been the opportunity to help many victims of childhood sexual abuse regain a sense of control over their sexuality and their adult lives as a whole. I currently work with clients from all over Israel who are looking to enrich their marital relationships or improve their sex lives. Having worked for the last five years in clinical organizations that are sensitive to the specific therapeutic needs of the ultra-Orthodox and Modern Orthodox communities, I work with clients in my private practice from across the religious spectrum. I look forward to meeting you and helping you start your journey towards more fulfilling relationships.
QUALIFICATIONS
MSW, LCSW
McGill University/Bar Ilan University
2010
Degree
MSW, LCSWEducation
McGill University/Bar Ilan UniversityYear of Graduation
2010Years in Practice
13
LICENSED IN ISRAEL
Registered Social Worker in Israel
29151
ADDITIONAL CREDENTIALS
Diplomat Sex Therapy- Bar Ilan University- 2014
Diplomat Sexual Abuse Therapy- Machon Charuv/Hebrew University- 2013
EMDR - Level 1 & 2
DISTANCE COUNSELING
Telephone Counseling, Online Therapy
PRIMARY SPECIALTIES
Couples / Relationship / Marriage Counseling
Sex Therapy
Sexual Abuse / Rape
Sexual Issues
ADDITIONAL SPECIALTIES
Abuse
Addictions
Adjustments
Child Abuse
Domestic Violence
Family Issues
Gender Identity Concerns
Infertility
Psychosomatic Disorders
CLIENT FOCUS
Population
Adults
Couples
Families
Men
Women
Languages
Hebrew
English
TREATMENT APPROACH
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.
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.
Sex Therapy, Sensate Focus Therapy, Structural Family Therapy, Structural Sex Therapy
SERVICES OFFERED
Individual Therapy
