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Belinda Schwartz
Credentials
Type of Therapist:
Clinical Social Worker, Couples and Family Therapist

Parent-child Psychotherapist

Primary Degree(s):
BSW, MSW
Finances
Average Cost Per Session:
350-500 NIS
Insurance:
None
Discounts Available:
N/A

Licensed in Israel

Office
  • Kikar Hamoshava, 46 Sokolov, 36
  • Hod Hasharon, 4486200
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Credentials
Type of Therapist:

Clinical Social Worker, Couples and Family Therapist

Parent-child Psychotherapist

Primary Degree(s):

BSW, MSW

Finances
Average Cost Per Session:

350-500 NIS

Insurance:

None

Discounts Available:

N/A

Licensed in Israel

Office
  • Kikar Hamoshava, 46 Sokolov, 36
  • Hod Hasharon, 4486200

ABOUT

I am a seasoned clinical social worker with over 35 years of experience specializing in family and couple therapy, individual psychotherapy, and parent-child therapy. Throughout my career, I have developed expertise in a wide range of therapeutic techniques and interventions, tailoring my approach to meet the unique needs, strengths and characteristics of each individual client and family.

Key Skills and Experience

Therapeutic Specializations: I have an extensive  background in individual, couple and family therapy, focusing on relationship and communication issues, bereavement, grief and loss, trauma, stress, anxiety, depression and adjustment issues.

Developmental Expertise: With many years as head social worker in the Child Development Clinics of Maccabil Health Services (Central Region), I am experienced in addressing developmental challenges, including ASD and ADHD.

Parent Child Dynamics: Experienced in parent-child therapy and dyadic interventions, fostering healthier and more fulfilling relationships within families.

Intergenerational Family Issues: Skilled in navigating complex family dynamics, resolving intergenerational conflicts, and strengthening family bonds.

Cultural Transitions: Specialized in assisting individuals and families with cultural transitions, such as relocation and adaption to new environments.

Supervision and Mentorship: As an accredited supervisor in family/couple therapy and parent-child therapy, I have extensive experience in supervising therapists in family/couple therapy settings, child-development centres, and special education centres, emphasizing culturally sensitive approaches within multi-disciplinary teams.

Approach and Philosophy

I value working in vivo with entire families to address relationship issues comprehensively. By leveraging my diverse expertise and compassionate approach, I aim to empower individuals and families to navigate life's challenges, fostering resilience and postive change.

While I prefer working face to face, I am equally comfortable meeting clients on zoom. I work with clients both in Israel and abroad. 

Personal background

Outside of my professional endeavours, together with my husband we have raised four children and welcomed our children's spouses and our grandchildren into our family. My personal experiences enrich my professional practice, deepening my understanding of family dynamics and relationships.

QUALIFICATIONS

Degree
Education
Year of Graduation

BSW

Hebrew University

1985

MSW

Bar Ilan University

2000


Degree
BSW

Education
Hebrew University

Year of Graduation
1985

Degree
MSW

Education
Bar Ilan University

Year of Graduation
2000
Years in Practice

39

LICENSED IN ISRAEL
Registered Social Worker in Israel

5367

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ADDITIONAL CREDENTIALS

Family and Couple Therapist 22/6/2000 

Supervisor of Couple and Family Therapy 25/8/2010 

Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy - 3 year diploma 2010, Psychology Faculty, University of Haifa

Parent-Child Supervisor and Psychotherapist 2019 

DISTANCE COUNSELING

Online Therapy

PRIMARY SPECIALTIES

Couples / Relationship / Marriage Counseling

Developmental Disorders

Family Issues

Life Transitions

Parenting Issues / Training

ADDITIONAL SPECIALTIES

Adjustments

Anger Management

Divorce / Custody

Self-Esteem

Trauma / Post Traumatic Stress Disorder PTSD

CLIENT FOCUS

Population

Children
Adults
Couples
Families
Men
Women

Languages

Hebrew
English

TREATMENT APPROACH

Attachment-Based Family Therapy (ABFT)Attachment-based family therapy (ABFT) is a form of psychotherapy that focuses on the family's relationships and communication patterns. It is based on the theory that strong and secure attachments between family members are essential for emotional health and well-being. The goal of ABFT is to identify any problems in family relationships, enable family members to become more attuned to each other’s needs, and build a secure bond between them. It also helps family members to practice healthy communication skills, learn effective problem-solving strategies, and build trust within the family.

Family Systems TherapyFamily Systems Therapy is an approach to psychotherapy that emphasizes the importance of understanding how the family functions as a whole, and how individual family members interact and affect one another. It focuses on how family dynamics, such as communication patterns, roles, and power dynamics, shape behavior, and how changing these dynamics can lead to positive change. Family Systems Therapy is a collaborative approach, where the therapist works with the family as a whole to identify and address areas of conflict and distress.

Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT)IPT focuses on the relationships and interactions an individual has with others. It is based on the premise that the way that we interact with others can have a significant impact on our emotional well-being. During IPT sessions, the practitioner will work with the client to identify patterns of behavior and communication that may be contributing to their emotional distress. They will then help the client learn new ways of interacting with others, as well as teach them coping skills to manage difficult emotions. It is a time-limited therapy, typically lasting between 12-16 weeks, with the goal of helping the client develop long-term coping skills.

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.

Relational PsychotherapyRelational psychotherapy is a form of psychotherapy that focuses on a person’s relationships with others and the dynamics between them. It emphasizes the importance of the therapeutic relationship between the client and the therapist, and it explores the meaning and purpose of relationships in the client’s life. Relational psychotherapy seeks to understand how the client’s past relationships shape their current experiences and how the client interacts with others. The goal is to help the person develop healthier relationships and better communication skills so they can become more emotionally connected to others.

SERVICES OFFERED

Individual Therapy
Clinical Supervision
Consultation
Couples Therapy
Family Therapy
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