Telehealth Available
David Berger
Credentials
Type of Therapist:
Psychologist
Primary Degree(s):
PhD
Finances
Average Cost Per Session:
350-500 NIS
Insurance:
None
Discounts Available:
Sliding Scale

Registered Psychologist in Israel

Office
  • 10 Carlebach
  • Tel Aviv
Telehealth Available

David Berger Verified Verified

Credentials
Type of Therapist:

Psychologist

Primary Degree(s):

PhD

Finances
Average Cost Per Session:

350-500 NIS

Insurance:

None

Discounts Available:

Sliding Scale

Registered Psychologist in Israel

Office
  • 10 Carlebach
  • Tel Aviv

ABOUT

If you’re looking for a therapist, you may be feeling low self-esteem, upset by unhealthy relationships, or dealing with unwanted emotions, such as anxiety, anger or sadness. In view of the ongoing coronavirus health crisis, you may also be having trouble coping with the additional stress it is placing on your mental health.

The good news is that your life can be better, and the fact that you’re looking for a therapist means some part of you believes that too. As a therapist, my goal is to help you improve your life through an empathic understanding of your thoughts, behaviors, and emotions. 

Before making aliyah, I earned a PhD in Clinical Psychology from St. John's University and trained extensively at a variety of mental health clinics throughout the New York Area. I also happen to be an ordained rabbi and often work with those from an observant background, but the majority of my work has been with people of varied personal, ethnic, and religious backgrounds, and I welcome clients of all kinds. 

If you would like to discuss arranging a session or if you have any preliminary questions, please feel free to contact me.

QUALIFICATIONS

Degree
Education
Year of Graduation

PhD

St. John's University

2011


Degree
PhD

Education
St. John's University

Year of Graduation
2011
Years in Practice

12

REGISTERED PSYCHOLOGIST IN ISRAEL
Registration in Pinkas Hapsichologim

27133216

Learn more about GHI's verification of therapists here.

DISTANCE COUNSELING

Telephone Counseling, Online Therapy

PRIMARY SPECIALTIES

Adjustments

Depression

Family Issues

Mood Disorders

Self-Esteem

ADDITIONAL SPECIALTIES

N/A

CLIENT FOCUS

Population

Adults
Men
Women

Languages

Hebrew
English

TREATMENT APPROACH

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a type of psychotherapy that focuses on how one's thoughts, feelings and behaviors are connected and can be changed. It is based on the idea that how we think (cognition) and how we feel (emotion) can influence how we behave. CBT helps people identify and challenge distorted thinking and replace it with more balanced thinking, leading to improved mood and behavior. ‘Homework’, usually containing practical writing exercises, is often completed by the client between sessions to reinforce the therapy. Examples of tools that practitioners often use are journaling, challenging beliefs, and mindfulness.

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.

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.

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.

SERVICES OFFERED

Individual Therapy