Yael Shraga

One of my specialties are couples and working on issues that they are struggling with. I have noticed that many relationships begin to struggle when one or both people ignore their needs and avoid speaking about them. This usually leads to resentment and a lot of passive aggressive behavior that overtime can be explosive. i aid clients in bettering their communication with one another and getting their own needs met and meeting their partners needs.

Sadness and grief are normal human emotions that can a be diagnosed as depression if they last too long. overwhelming sadness, low energy, loss of appetite, and a lack of interest in things that used to bring pleasure can be signs that one is struggling with depression. In my practice I work with many different ranges of this specific mood disorder and I aid people in managing their emotions and moods.

Anxiety, characterized by feelings of tension, worried thoughts and physical changes like increased blood pressure can cause a lot of harm to one’s life if they are not treated properly. People with anxiety disorders usually have recurring intrusive thoughts or concerns. They may avoid certain situations out of worry. In my practice I give my clients the tools to manage their anxiety so that they can live for, calm and happy lives where their fear doesn’t dictate their choices.

Couples counseling works to recognize and resolve conflicts and improve peoples relationships. Through couples counseling, you can make thoughtful decisions about rebuilding and strengthening your relationship. Sometimes couples counseling helps people come to the decision that the best plan of action might be for the couple to go their separate ways. If this is the outcome counseling can help couples do this in a common amicable manner.

Psychoanalytic therapy is a form of talk therapy based on Sigmund Freud's theories of psychoanalysis. The approach explores how the unconscious mind influences your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Specifically, it examines how your experiences (often from childhood) may be contributing to your current experience and actions. Are use this many times in conjunction with cognitive behavioral therapy to assist my clients in reaching their goals.

CBT is a very helpful tool in treating mental health disorders, such as depression and anxiety. CBT is an effective tool to help anyone learn how to better manage stressful life situations. CBT some other psychological treatments offers a very structured way to help clients reach their goals. I use CBT in conjunction with psychoanalytical therapy to help my clients reach their goals.