Jodi Wachspress Verified
Expressive Arts Therapist, Sex Therapist
MA
350-500 NIS
None
Sliding Scale
Jodi Wachspress is a Marriage and Family and Couples and Sex therapist who has been working in private practice in Modiin, Israel for over 25 years. She received her Master’s degree in Creative Arts Therapy from Hofstra University in 1998 and continued to study Couples and Sex therapy and Marriage and Family therapy at Bar Ilan University and is currently pursuing her PhD in clinical sexology.
She has been working with a team of esteemed colleagues teaching third year medical students about sexuality in the Hadassah Medical School’s Medical Humanities course, for over 10 years and works with Mercaz Eden, lecturing and teaching about halacha and sexuality. Jodi teaches kallah teachers, mikveh attendants and women in the community in a culturally and religiously sensitive manner.
Jodi’s clinic is located in Modiin, Israel where she meets with individuals and couples and is available for consultations, lectures, and fireside chats on the topics of:
Sexual Anatomy and Physiology
Sexual Desire and Pleasure
Healthy Sexual Communication
And more.
MA
Hofstra University
1998
27
Marriage and Family Therapy - Bar Ilan University - 2013
Couples and Sex Therapy - Bar Ilan University - 2010
Online Therapy
Adjustments
Couples / Relationship / Marriage Counseling
Divorce / Custody
Gender Identity Concerns
Sex Therapy
Family Issues
LGBTQ
Life Transitions
Self-Esteem
Spiritual Concerns
Adults
Couples
Hebrew
English
Art TherapyArt therapy has clients express themselves through creative mediums such as drawing, painting, collage, coloring, or sculpting. Clients can interpret their subconscious world that is expressed in their art which could lead to a better understanding of their feelings and behavior. Artistic talent is not a prerequisite for art therapy as it’s not as much about the end result as much as it is about the process. The therapist looks for meaning in the creative choices of the work and the clients’ inner world. This therapeutic method enables clients to express their inner thoughts and feelings through creative expression rather than just talking about them.
Body-Mind PsychotherapyBody-mind psychotherapy is an integrative approach to psychological treatment that draws from both psychotherapeutic and somatic/body-based approaches. It emphasizes the interconnection between physical, emotional, cognitive and spiritual aspects of being. This approach seeks to help individuals explore how physical sensations, emotions, thoughts and beliefs influence their behavior and well-being. Through this exploration, individuals can gain insight into how the body and mind interact to create patterns of behavior, and how those patterns can be changed to promote healing and wellness.
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.
Gottman MethodThe Gottman Method is an evidence-based approach to couples therapy that is designed to help couples strengthen their relationships and resolve conflicts. This method is based upon decades of research on thousands of couples and utilizes an approach that is both structured and collaborative. The method is designed to help couples increase respect, affection, and closeness, break through and resolve conflict, generate greater understanding, and to keep conflict discussions calm. It emphasizes the importance of self-regulation, constructive communication, and creating a safe environment for couples to talk and work through their issues. During sessions, couples work on skills such as active listening and expressing needs and feelings effectively. Couples are also given tools to identify and work through conflicts by using problem-solving techniques and developing strategies to manage emotions and reduce stress.
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.
Individual Therapy
Consultation
Couples Therapy
Workshops/Educating