Working with Yael means entering a collaborative therapeutic partnership in English or Hebrew, whatever feels most authentic to you. You bring your experience, strengths, and goals. She brings structured, evidence-based guidance and a commitment to helping you become your own therapist.

• MSW, Columbia University — Focus on CBT, Mindfulness, and Psychodynamic Therapy. 

• BA in Psychology, University of Haifa (Israel) — Concentration in depression and personality disorders among young adults.

• Parenting Counselor — Guided families through transitions from first-time parenting to raising siblings, emphasizing emotional regulation and evidence-based strategies.

• Certified Fitness Trainer — Integrates physical and emotional well-being, fostering confidence, self-awareness, and holistic health for clients of all ages.

Before joining Collaborative CBT, Yael built a diverse background supporting individuals and families across different stages of life. She completed internships working with high school students from underserved communities and with children and families at Astor Services for Children & Families, where she gained experience in evidence-based care and family systems work.

In addition to her clinical training, Yael has worked for many years as a parenting coach, guiding families through transitions such as welcoming a first child or adjusting to life with multiple children. She emphasizes emotional regulation, resilience, and practical, research-informed strategies that help families thrive.

Yael also brings a unique perspective as a certified fitness trainer. Her work in this area focuses on cultivating a healthy mindset as the foundation for physical and emotional well-being. Whether supporting youth, adults, or groups, she helps clients strengthen self-confidence, deepen somatic awareness, and take a holistic approach to health that nurtures both body and mind.