Licensed Abroad
Sharni Brodesky Verified
Psychotherapist
MSC
250-350 NIS
None
Sliding Scale
Licensed Abroad
I have worked in the mental health field for over 24 years, with a strong focus on early intervention and prevention of the development of mental health issues. I have an Australian psychologist license and hold a Masters degree in Psychotherapy. I work primarily with anxiety disorders, OCD, obsessional and intrusive thoughts, low self-esteem, impulsive behavior, avoidant or dependent tendencies and neurodiversity. My goal is to work with clients to help regulate and improve their reactivity and coping skills by becoming more deeply secure within themselves. I use a varied toolbox based on self psychology, developmental trauma and attachment theory, CBT/DBT skills including emotional regulation and mindfulness practices; as well as bottom up methods including nervous system awareness and polyvagal techniques, EFT and more.
Through my studies and extensive practice, I have also refined my interventions in helping parents deal with extremely challenging behaviors in their children (including ODD, ADHD, high-functioning ASD, etc). I often work with parents to develop a deeper understanding of themselves and their automatic reactions, as well as their children's unique challenges and needs. I guide parents to utilize their transformative capabilities so that the behavioral challenges become the point of connection, growth and closeness.
I also work with adults and teens on healing developmental and attachment trauma so life can be more fulfilling and satisfying, including deepening relationships and maintaining healthy boundaries. Specific symptoms such as general anxiety, panic, OCD, separation fears, intrusive thoughts, self-doubt, and other ruminations are my specialty.
Since making Aliyah from Australia, as a parent, I discovered a third area that has become a central focus in my practice. That is the emotional strain that Aliyah puts on families, especially parents, who not only have to adapt to life in Israel, but also help their children to settle in and find themselves and their identities in this new country. The challenges are great, but so are the rewards, and looking after your own emotional health is the key for a smoother journey for the whole family. Having found Aliyah a struggle in certain areas myself, and recognizing gaps in the process, I developed Aliyah with Kids, to support parents and Olim through the Aliyah adjustment process, both individually and by running workshops and seminars. I do this privately and through the public organisations including local councils. I work in Private Practice at the Place in Ramat Eshkol neighbourhood. I also work with clients online as well as as telephone.
MSC
The University of Sydney
2008
22
BA Psychology - The University of New South Wales, Australia 1998
Registered Psychologist - Australia 2000
Telephone Counseling, Online Therapy
Anxiety / Panic
Life Transitions
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Parenting Issues / Training
Trauma / Post Traumatic Stress Disorder PTSD
Autism Spectrum
Codependency
Depression
Developmental Disorders
Family Issues
Infertility
Self-Esteem
Spiritual Concerns
Stress Management
Adolescents
Adults
Women
English
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.
Cognitive Processing TherapyCognitive Processing Therapy is used to treat trauma and PTSD. During therapy, clients identify and understand their beliefs about their responses to their trauma. Inspecting their beliefs often leads clients to understand their emotions and thoughts in relation to the trauma. When the client is ready, practitioners give them tools to challenge their thoughts of the trauma as well as provide homework to solidify what they learned in sessions. In the later stages of therapy, practitioners teach clients how belief systems (about safety, self-esteem, trust, intimate relationships, control, and power) can change after trauma.
Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT)Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) is an integrative psychological approach that focuses on building compassion for oneself and others. It combines elements of cognitive behavioral therapy, evolutionary psychology, philosophy, and Eastern contemplative traditions. CFT is based on the concept that compassion is a fundamental human emotion that can be cultivated to promote psychological well-being. The goal of CFT is to help individuals understand and relate to their emotions in a compassionate and non-judgmental way. It encourages clients to develop a sense of self-compassion and understanding, and to use it to create healthier ways of living. CFT also emphasizes developing a compassionate relationship with others, and can help foster greater acceptance and understanding. The primary therapeutic technique of CFT is compassionate mind training (CMT). Some CMT tools that clients may participate in are appreciation exercises, mindfulness, and compassion-focused imagery exercises. These exercises promote compassionate motivation, sympathy, sensitivity, and distress tolerance within clients.
Emotional Freedom TechniqueEmotional Freedom Technique (EFT) is an alternative therapy for emotional and physical distress. It is based on the idea that the cause of all negative emotions is a disruption in the body's energy system. EFT is a form of psychological acupressure, in which a combination of physical tapping and verbal affirmations are used to help the body release the emotional and physical 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) is an evidence-based practice used to help children, adolescents and their parents who have experienced a single or multiple traumatic events. This type of therapy combines cognitive and behavioral strategies to help people process their traumatic experiences, manage their distress, develop coping skills, and restore their sense of safety and well-being. TF-CBT focuses on education and skill-building, creating an environment of safety and trust, and using therapeutic activities to help people understand their responses and control their symptoms. Children are shown how perceptions may be distorted and are given the tools to redesign those perceptions. TF-CBT is a skills-based model, and it requires the child and parent to practice its components in order to be optimally effective. Parents and children are commonly asked to practice skills at home.
Individual Therapy
Consultation
Hadrachat Horim
Workshops/Educating