Meet our Clinical Team
Clinical Team Leaders
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Tova Brody, LCSWClinical Director
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Rachel Dale, PsyDDirector, Psychology Services
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Tali Friedman, LSWChildren's Mental Health Team Leader
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Anne Marie Ramos, LCSWDirector of Children’s Services, Registered Play Therapist and Supervisor
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Pearl Ricklis, LCSWDirector, Geriatric and Holocaust Survivor Services
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Carmit Schmutter, MSWDirector, Clinical Case Management (Somaich Achim)
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Sharon Zwickler, LCSWDirector of Intake

Tova Brody, LCSW
Tova Brody is a graduate of the Rutgers University School of Social Work. She treats clients coping with anxiety, depression, challenging relationships, eating disorders, self-harming behaviors, and trauma. Using a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and other modalities, Tova utilizes an eclectic approach to help clients build emotional resilience and meet their individual needs.
- Individual and family therapy
- Adolescents and adults
- Specialty: Anxiety, depression, challenging relationships, and trauma
Rachel Dale, PsyD
Dr. Dale is a clinical psychologist who received her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (PsyD) from William James College (formerly the Massachusetts School of Professional Psychology) as well as a Bachelor of Science in psychology from Northeastern University. Dr. Dale’s dissertation focused on the intergenerational transmission of trauma and resilience among adult grandchildren of Holocaust survivors. Additionally, she has assisted with research regarding perinatal mood disorders.
Dr. Dale has received training in psychodynamic, trauma-informed, and cognitive-behavioral therapies and has worked with individuals across the lifespan. Specifically, Dr. Dale has received in-depth training in dialectical behavioral therapy and TF-CBT. Dr. Dale has experience conducting psychological testing and assessment and sees the value in empowering individuals to learn more about their cognitive and emotional profiles to assist in leading fulfilling and successful lives. Dr. Dale has trained and worked in diverse settings including a day treatment program, outpatient community health clinic, school-based clinics, and most recently before coming to JFS, as a clinical supervisor in the mental health department of a foster care agency. In her most recent work she has focused on providing evidenced based psychotherapeutic services to children, adolescents and families as well as clinical supervision to a team of therapists. In her role at the foster care agency she received an Excellence in Practice Award from New York City’s Administration of Children’s Services.

Tali Friedman, LSW
Tali graduated from Yeshiva University Stern College for Women with a B.A. in Psychology and received a Master’s in Social Work from Hunter College School of Social Work. As a JFS clinician, Tali also works in the intake department and is often the first connection with clients, working to ensure that each client meets the therapist most suited to address their needs.
- Individual and group sessions
- Specialty: Children, Adolescents, and Adults with Developmental Disabilities
- Care Management for Holocaust Survivors

Anne Marie Ramos, LCSW
Anne Marie Ramos has worked for over 35 years as a clinical social worker and supervisor for families and children. As a Registered Play Therapist – Supervisor, Anne Marie uses her extensive background to provide a skills training class on the use of play therapy in a family setting with children and adolescents. Through her work in mental health and other community settings, as well as current research, Anne Marie found that incorporating caregivers in a dynamic way in treatment sessions improved client outcomes and satisfaction. She presents on this topic nationally and is the author of several publications on this subject. At JFS, Anne Marie is the Director of Children’s Services, as well as the Clinical Coordinator of PALS (Domestic Violence Program) for children, which is run in conjunction with the Passaic County Women’s Center.
- Child, adolescent, and family therapy
- Specialty: play therapy
- Director of Children’s Services
- PALS Clinical Coordinator

Pearl Ricklis, LCSW
Pearl earned her Master’s degree in Social Work from Columbia University in 1973. Before coming to JFS, Pearl worked as the Director of Social Services at the Geriatric Center of Workmen’s Circle in Elizabeth, NJ.
At JFS, Pearl acts as a supervisor to the social work interns, administers the Holocaust survivor grant and coordinates the Klara Markowitz Kosher Meals on Wheels program. In the past, Pearl has run the bereavement support group and the support group for children caring for elderly parents.
Pearl wants to help her clients achieve their goals and function well in their lives. She is exhilarated by the progress she sees in her clients and is touched by the transformations she is privileged to witness. She finds that every day is meaningful and she feels fortunate that her dreams of having a meaningful career turned into her reality.
- Individual and group therapy
- Specialty: marital issues, domestic violence, depression, anxiety, phobias

Carmit Schmutter, MSW
Carmit graduated Magna Cum Laude with a B.A. from Yeshiva University and Summa Cum Laude with an MSW from Wurzweiler School of Social Work. She has worked with a variety of populations including geriatrics, minorities, and inpatient psychiatric clients. She has provided extensive advocacy and support on behalf of many local families. In addition to supervising the Somaich Achim Community Case Management Program, Carmit is a member of the agency’s Leadership Team, partakes in Project SARAH programs, and supports the JFS Resource Center. Carmit has served on several Jewish Family Service committees and is instrumental in coordinating events, providing grants, and making government and community resources readily available for agency clients.

Sharon Zwickler, LCSW
Sharon Zwickler is a graduate of the Wurzweiler School of Social Work of Yeshiva University, where she earned her Master’s degree in Social Work. As the Intake Director at JFS, Sharon is the first connection that clients make when they seek help and she works extensively to ensure that each client meets with the therapist most well-suited to address their needs. Sharon also serves as a clinician on staff at JFS, seeing clients in a therapeutic setting. Sharon is trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) which deals with couples through an emotional lens with marital issues. Collectively, Sharon has more than 20 years of experience working with nonprofit institutions and finds her role at Jewish Family Service to be both personally and professionally rewarding.
Psychiatry
Michelle Grant, APN
Michelle Grant is a graduate of Fairleigh Dickinson University, where she earned her Master of Science degree in Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing. She has been in the mental health field for over ten years and has experience in a variety of clinical settings. Ms. Grant is also a member of the American Psychiatric Nurses Association and the New Jersey State Nurses Association.
- Psychiatric evaluations
- Medication management
Raquel Martinez-Alzate, APN
Raquel is a certified Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, bilingual in English and Spanish, who works with individuals experiencing mental health challenges in their lives. She delivers a comprehensive and individualized evidence-based care plan that integrates medication management and a holistic approach that fits each individual’s unique and cultural needs. Specializing in anxiety, depression, PTSD, and all mental health disorders affecting people on a daily basis, Raquel looks forward to providing her clients with the highest standard of treatment in a safe and non-judgmental manner, that allows them to build confidence and trust.
Rabbinic Liaison
Rabbi Berel Leiner
Rabbi Berel Leiner is the Rabbinical Liaison for Project SARAH, the agency’s domestic violence services program. He is a talmid of Rav Pam, ZT”L and has over 30 years of experience in chinuch. As founder of South Shore High School and Yeshiva Ateres Yaacov in the Five Town, Rav Leiner has demonstrated expertise in building programs from the bottom up. Rav Leiner has also served as Menahel of Elite High School in Brooklyn, Menahel of Yeshiva Toras Emes in Brooklyn, and Principal of Yeshivas Beis Hillel in Passaic, NJ. In addition to his vast experience in school settings, Rav Leiner served for nearly two decades as Head Counselor of major summer camps, where he is responsible for the wellbeing of hundreds of campers and staff. Rav Leiner is especially committed to the development and implementation of creative curricula that bring together a traditional religious and secular education. His unique ability to direct, guide and inspire students, staff and families alike makes Rav Leiner an asset and welcome addition to Project SARAH and JFS.
Psychology
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Noam Joel, PsyDDirector of Quality and Compliance
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Chana Krupka, PhDStaff Psychologist
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Zahava Pianko, MS Ed, NCSPSchool Psychologist Consultant
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David Steinman, PhDConsulting Psychologist
Noam Joel, PsyD
Chana Krupka, PhD
Zahava Pianko, MS Ed, NCSP
David Steinman, PhD
Dr. David Steinman, PhD has been an assistant professor at Touro College for over thirty years and has taught in graduate programs in social work and mental health counseling. He has designed and coordinated externship and internship programs for graduate students in mental health counseling, social work and psychology. Dr. Steinman has served as the clinical director for several substance abuse programs, ranging from outpatient through 12 oriented residential treatment and therapeutic communities, served as the clinical director for a school based prevention and mental health program and was the director of counseling services at a university. He has spoken widely about substance abuse and other mental health issues, including addressing the United Nations.
Dr. Steinman received his BA with a double major in philosophy and English literature from the University of Pittsburgh. He received his BTL and ordination from the Ner Israel Rabbinical College, and his Ph.D. in psychology from the Derner Institute, Adelphi University.
Clinical Staff
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Yael Baldinger, LSWClinician
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Lyndsay Blashka, LSWClinician, Volunteer Coordinator
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Shaina Bodenheim, LSWOn-site Coordinator, Club Sequoia
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Nancy Cohen, MSWCase Manager
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Sibel Doko, BACase Manager
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Donna Frederickson, ATR-BC, LPATClinician
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Toni Freni, MS, BC-DTRClinician
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Naomi Goldman, RN, LAMFTClinician
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Rossana Gallegos-Veliz, LSWClinician
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Cara Harmon, LCSWClinician
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Sarala Katz, LSWClinician, Assistant Director of Senior Services
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Sari Katz, LSWClinician
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Anna Kirshblum, LCSWClinical Supervisor
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Chaim Laufer, LSWClinician
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Dawn Lax, LSWClinician
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Abril Lazaro, LCSWTerapeuta Bilingüe
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Adina Lehrfield, LCSWClinical Outreach Coordinator
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Zipora Levi, LCSWClinician
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Melissa Lopez, LSWClinician
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Jen McLean, LPC, NCCClinician
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Yehuda E. Morrison, LPCClinician
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Natividad Padierna, LSWClinician
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Esther Pesah, LSWClinician
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Jenny Psaki, LSWClinician
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Peter Schessler, LCSWClinical Supervisor
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Rebecca Schochet, LSWClinical Case Manager
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Naftoli Sobel, LSWClinician
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Rivky Volovik, LSWClinician
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Hannah Toran, LSWClinician
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Paige Weintraub, LSWClinician
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Rivka Leah Weldler, LCSWClinician
Yael Baldinger, LSW
Yael received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Touro College and her Masters of Social Work with a concentration in children, family and youth from Columbia University. In addition, she completed a Post-Master’s Certified Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor Training at Wurzweiler School of Social Work and is trained as a Magen Yeladim Safety Kid Program Facilitator. Prior to joining JFS, Yael worked at Sharsheret supporting women and their families to navigate breast and ovarian cancer, as well as individual and group therapy for children and their families.

Lyndsay Blashka, LSW
Lyndsay received her Masters in social work from Wurzweiler School of Social Work. Since beginning her career as a social worker, Lyndsay has worked with a wide variety of populations in an array of settings including schools, clinics, and day habilitation centers. Since joining JFS, Lyndsay has directed the Food Co-op, volunteer programming and social/vocational training and support for neurodivergent young adults. Additionally, Lyndsay has a clinical caseload and is passionate about helping others through the therapeutic relationship.

Shaina Bodenheim, LSW
Shaina Bodenheim graduated from NYU’s School of Social Work, with a concentration on issues pertaining to the geriatric population. Before joining Jewish Family Service as the on-site coordinator of the Club SEQUOIA, Mrs. Bodenheim completed training in the areas of dementia and cognitive impairment, with experience coordinating regular social gatherings and events for seniors.

Nancy Cohen, MSW
Nancy is a graduate of the Wurzweiler School of Social Work at Yeshiva University, where she earned her Master’s degree in social work. She brings over 20 years of Case Management experience in a wide variety of settings. Nancy has a background in medical social work, as well as extensive experience in medical insurance and hospital discharge planning. As a certified SHIP counselor, Nancy works closely with the Passaic County Board of Social Services. She works with clients who are in crisis, and assists them with applying for government and community resources. Responsible with supervising the Support Coordinators at JFS, Nancy ensures the delivery of supports and services to the intellectual and developmentally disabled population that are enrolled with the Division of Developmental Disabilities. Nancy has led several workshops for individuals with chronic medical or mental health conditions, and participates in ongoing meetings with government and community agencies throughout New Jersey.
Sibel Doko, BA
Sibel holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology through William Paterson University and is currently pursuing her Masters degree in Social Work at Montclair State University. She is looking forward to gaining experience in Case Management, and hopes to continue on her path in helping families across New Jersey!

Donna Frederickson, ATR-BC, LPAT
Donna earned her Masters Degree in Clinical Art Therapy and is Board Certified.
- Individual, family, and group therapy
- Experience: trauma, social skills, behavioral issues, eating disorders, and self-esteem issues
- PALS Program (children exposed to high conflict relationships)

Toni Freni, MS, BC-DTR
Toni Freni, MS, BC-DTR, is a masters level, Board Certified Dance/Movement Therapist and Psychotherapist with 30 years of professional experience. She is a graduate of Hunter College of the City University of New York and has worked extensively in both inpatient and outpatient mental health facilities and hospitals. For 11 years, Toni worked in a Pediatric Oncology/Hematology Psychosocial Program, providing Child Life and Creative Arts Therapy services. She has additional training in mind/body approaches, stress reduction, mindfulness, and relaxation techniques.
- Child, teen, and adult therapy
- Individual, family, and group therapy
- Special needs children
- Experience: trauma and special needs children
- PALS Program
Naomi Goldman, RN, LAMFT
Originally from Morocco, Naomi was raised in Monsey, NY. She was a registered nurse, working at Mt. Sinai Hospital and outpatient surgery centers, when she decided to go back to school to join the mental health profession. Naomi attended Kean University and received her BA in Psychology, and then a Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy. Naomi completed her internship at Family Service League in Bloomfield, NJ and is now excited to join JFS as a clinician working with teens and adults.
Rossana Gallegos-Veliz, LSW

Cara Harmon, LCSW
Cara earned her master’s degree from Rutgers University School of Social Work, where she received the Dean’s Recognition Award for Outstanding Student in Clinical Social Work. Cara brings a compassionate, trauma-informed approach to every session, aiming to create an environment where clients feel safe to explore areas of vulnerability, set concrete goals, and collaborate toward addressing those goals.
- Specialties: Domestic violence, sexual abuse, and other traumas. Phase of life issues.
- Project SARAH team member
- Women’s Group and Healing Circle facilitator
Sarala Katz, LSW
As Assistant Director of Senior Services, Sarala oversees the in-home counseling grant for older adults and seniors, senior socialization program, and the Kavod case management.

Sari Katz, LSW
Sari Katz received her MSW from the University of Maryland School of Social Work and currently holds a NJ social work license. After graduating, she worked in a nursing home and a dialysis center, gaining experience working with the geriatric population and multiple medical settings. Sari is a Case Manager and Support Coordinator at JFS, and provides supportive counseling, psycho-education, and different concrete resources to her clients and their families to meet their various needs. Sari’s goal is that her genuine care for her clients will help them gain self-confidence that will ultimately empower them to make positive changes in their lives in order to succeed.

Anna Kirshblum, LCSW
Anna Kirshblum graduated from Columbia University School of Social Work and has over 35 years of experience in the field. Anna has worked extensively within the Jewish community as a consultant to synagogues, clergy and yeshivot. She has a subspecialty in end of life and bereavement.
Anna has provided individual and group therapy as well as communal programming. As a senior therapist she supervises students and other staff members. She has spoken at professional conferences and continuing education programs. Anna believes that life’s difficulties are best handled when we have a full toolbox of coping mechanisms. Her approach combines insight-oriented counseling with practical advice on how to manage painful or difficult situations.
Specialty: End of life and bereavement, anxiety, depression, marital conflict, parenting concerns

Chaim Laufer, LSW
Chaim received his MSW degree from Wurzweiler School of Social Work. He works one-on-one with individuals, couples, families and groups. Utilizing a psychodynamic approach, combined with cognitive behavioral therapy techniques and psychoeducation, Chaim helps clients identify the issues that they are facing and understand how those issues impact their lives. Chaim partners with his clients to set goals towards developing skills such as acceptance, alternative perspectives, behavioral changes and insight as a path to living a more meaningful and pleasant life.
Dawn Lax, LSW
Dawn received her MSW from Rutgers University and is certified in CBT from Beck Institute. She has experience working in non-profit organizations and in school settings, helping students improve their social skills and coaching parents. Dawn provides individual therapy for children and adults, as well as families, women’s health and parenting.
Abril Lazaro, LCSW
Bio coming soon
Adina Lehrfield, LCSW
Adina is a graduate of the Wurzweiler School of Social Work. She has experience working with the geriatric population in a variety of settings. Prior to joining JFS, Adina worked with isolated Holocaust survivors providing case management and supportive counseling using a trauma-informed approach. As the Clinical Outreach Coordinator, Adina is looking forward to addressing the concrete and mental health needs of her clients.

Zipora Levi, LCSW
Zipora is a graduate of Wurzweiler School of Social Work at Yeshiva University. An empathic clinician, Zipora utilizes a variety of modalities including CBT, DBT and Trauma-Informed Care to support clients coping with anxiety, depression, challenging relationships, and trauma. Zipora’s dedication and ability to connect with her clients in a meaningful way empowers client to make significant positive changes in their lives, meet their individual goals, and find success within both therapeutic and case management services.
- Individual and family therapy
- Adolescents and adults
- Anxiety, depression, challenging relationship and trauma
- Clinician and case manager
Melissa Lopez, LSW
Melissa earned a Bachelor of Arts in Family Science and Human Development, with a concentration in Family Services, and a strong focus on Social Work and Spanish. She later pursued a Master of Social Work from Montclair State University, specializing in Children, Youth, and Families.
As a Latina therapist with a deep understanding of cultural diversity and a focus on cultural competency, she is committed to assisting individuals in finding healing, personal growth, and empowerment in their lives. Melissa has worked with diverse populations, including children, adolescents, adults, and families, addressing various mental health concerns. She utilizes evidence-based modalities, such as Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Strength-Based Approach, and Mindfulness techniques, tailoring each session to meet the unique needs and goals of the individual.
Melissa specializes in areas such as anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, relationship difficulties, and life transitions. Additionally, she possesses expertise in intergenerational trauma and inner child work, powerful modalities for addressing deep-rooted wounds and supporting the healing process. Her dedication lies in helping clients develop effective coping skills, enhance self-awareness, and cultivate resilience to navigate life’s challenges. Melissa is fluent in both Spanish and English, facilitating effective communication and providing support to individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds.

Jen McLean, LPC, NCC
Jen graduated with an MS in Mental Health Counseling, with an emphasis on addiction treatment and prevention. She has experience working with children, adolescents and families, and help clients deal with anxiety, depression and family challenges. Using interpersonal CBT and other evidence-based treatments, Jen adds compassion and warmth to help empower her clients to foster change in a positive way.

Yehuda E. Morrison, LPC
Yehuda graduated Summa Cum Laude from Touro College with a Bachelors in Psychology. He then graduated from Touro College Graduate School of Mental Health Counseling with an MS in Mental Health Counseling. Yehuda has worked with adolescents and adults in an intensive outpatient facility focusing on addictions, anxiety, depression, trauma, psychosis, and personality disorders.
Yehuda is eclectic in his approach. In his undergraduate studies, he was introduced to the Existential approach to psychotherapy, which focuses on concepts that are universally applicable to the human existence including death, freedom, responsibility, and the meaning of life. Yet, instead of regarding human experiences such as anxiety and depression as suggesting the existence of mental illness, existential psychotherapy sees these experiences as natural stages in a normal process of human development and maturation.
Yehuda utilizes a blend of DBT, REBT, ACT, Mindfulness, and Motivational Interviewing techniques tailored to each individual client. Along with a nonjudgmental/humanistic approach, he facilitates a safe therapeutic space to build a positive connection.
He is a member of Psi Chi, the International Honor Society in Psychology as well as the American Counseling Association.
Natividad Padierna, LSW
Natividad earned a Bachelor of Science in Community Health from William Paterson University and a Master’s degree from Montclair State University School of Social Work with a concentration in children and families. Natividad has worked in the helping profession for over 30 years and has focused her work in the areas of child welfare, mental health, HIV/AIDS, and School Based Youth Services. She utilizes a culturally sensitive trauma-informed family centered approach to help empower and increase resiliency among individuals of all ages. Natividad specializes in the treatment of those struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, loss/grief, identity issues, interpersonal challenges, separation/divorce, parent/child dynamics and domestic violence. She believes in the importance of building strong therapeutic bonds which encourage personal growth, healing, and recovery.
- Individual and family therapy
- Child, adolescent, and adult services
- PALS Program (Services for families impacted by domestic violence)
- Languages spoken: English and Spanish
- Servicios en Español para niños, adolescentes, y adultos
Esther Pesah, LSW
Jenny Psaki, LSW
Jenny Psaki is a strengths-based Social Work Counselor, trainer and a long time Family and Couples Mediator. Jenny specializes in couples counseling, anxiety, depression and eldercare issues. She is a parenting coach, and a career transition counselor. A former qualified ASL Interpreter for 11 years, Jenny can conduct therapy session in ASL and Signed English as well, and is an Educational Services Advocate for young adults and parents of children with disabilities.

Peter Schessler, LCSW
Peter Schessler is an experienced therapist, with over thirty–five years of practice in Jewish communal service agencies. He is trained in the understanding of personality development as well as the dynamics of marital and relationship interactions. Peter has had many years of providing clinical supervision for students and professional staff. In addition he has been responsible for conducting in-service training seminars within agency based practice. As a component of his fifteen year private practice in Bloomfield, Peter was a clinical consultant for a hospital based mental health department and a free standing mental health agency.

Rebecca Schochet, LSW
Rebecca has over a decade of experience in the helping profession, and wears multiple hats at JFS. As a vital member of our Case Management team, Rebecca works with struggling families to assess and prioritize their needs, develop a collaborative service plan, and assist in accessing a range of services designed to stabilize family function. She also helps clients with all insurance related matters and assists them in applying for insurance either through NJ Family Care of GetCovered NJ.
Naftoli Sobel, LSW
Naftoli received his Masters from the Rutgers School of Social Work, and his Rabbinical degree from the Rabbinical College of America in Morristown. He is a member of NEFESH (Orthodox Jewish Mental Health Professionals) and has been a presenter at their annual convention.
Naftoli uses warmth, empathy, genuineness and unconditional positive regard to create a safe environment with his clients. He uses multiple perspectives to influence his sessions including extensive training in working with client resistance, person-centered therapy, Gestalt therapy, and mindful awareness. Naftoli uses an attachment lens and views the relationship between the client and therapist (Therapeutic Alliance) as the main ingredient to successful therapy. Within this context, his approach is inclusive of various other therapies including CBT, family structural therapy, play therapy, behavioral, and psychodynamic methods. Naftoli works with families, children, couples, and individuals and uses sessions to help them feel validated, relieved and less alone.
Rivky Volovik, LSW
Rivky received her Master of Social Work from Wurzweiler School of Social Work. She has experience working with clients of all ages who are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, socialization difficulties, life transitions, and challenging relationships. Using a combination of modalities, including CBT, Internal Family Systems, EMDR, Rivky strives to provide a supportive, empathic and safe environment for her clients. She also integrates mindfulness and strengths based-coping skills as she works together with her clients to support them on their journey and help them meet their goals.
Hannah Toran, LSW
Hannah is a graduate from Rutgers University School of Social Work and has an extensive background in supporting children and families. With warmth and empathy, Hannah fosters a nurturing space for clients to process emotions and achieve their goals throughout different life stages. Hannah utilizes a trauma-informed approach and incorporates CBT, DBT, and interpersonal psychotherapy when working with clients. A recent member of the Project SARAH team, Hannah focuses on supporting survivors of domestic violence and abuse by referring and linking clients to resources and community support.

Paige Weintraub, LSW
Paige graduated from Stern YU with BA in development psychology in 2016, and received her MSW from Kean University in 2018. She has experience working with adolescents, adults and hospital patients. Paige enjoys working with adolescents and children, helping them navigate school and personal relationships. She is trained in The Nurtured Heart Approach, and uses a variety of therapeutic modalities including CBT, mindfulness and a strengths-based approach. Paige is involved with Project SARAH and coordinates many school trainings including the Child Safety Program for young children, and the Internet Safety Program for middle school students.

Rivka Leah Weldler, LCSW
Rivka Leah Weldler is a graduate of Wurzweiler School of Social Work, where she received her Masters in Social Work. Using a combination of evidence-based treatments including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical-Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapies and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Rivka Leah brings warmth and compassion to every session. Rivka Leah partners with her clients in accessing their individual strengths and uses an eclectic approach tailored to the unique needs of each client to build emotional resilience.
- Adolescent and adult therapy
- Individual and family therapy
- Specialty: anxiety, depression, self esteem and relationship challenges