Therapy

When humanity meets the sea: Surfing as a source of solace from trauma

Surf Therapy has become a significant tool in coping with trauma and other mental health challenges. The experience accumulated in Israel enables us to provide innovative tools to the world.

Teenagers arrive tense, angry, lonely, distrustful, and completely closed off, and then have their emotional state change through their encounter with the waves.
HaGal Sheli session. Waves as opportunities

“The sea saved my life. Now we use it to save others”

The Ararat program at the National Library of Israel.

Writing to heal: How putting trauma on paper can restore clarity

A person cups their hand to their ear in an act of listening (illustrative)

'Miracle cure': 2-year-old steals show at White House announcement of hearing loss therapy approval


Even mental health professionals are impacted by Oct. 7 trauma

The attack of October 7, and the intentional dissemination of graphic content by Hamas, brought into sharp relief the extended reach of such trauma.

 A SEASONED psychiatrist from Connecticut, Dr. Ilan Fogel, found his visit to Israel unexpectedly extended as he felt compelled to help those traumatized by the war.

How the Gaza war is affecting Israeli children - opinion

Trauma can have serious effects on us all, particularly on youth. Emunah is determined to ensure that Israel’s children and their families have the tools they need to heal.

Israeli children wearing face masks make their way to school in Tzfat on their first day back to classes on November 1, 2020

Educational psychologists said to be needed more than ever

Major reform is needed as a result of the war, after 20 years of neglect, underfunding, and inadequate manpower.

 People gather and light candles to remember the victims who were murdered by Hamas militants at Dizengoff Square in Tel Aviv, October 17, 2023.

Amid Israel-Hamas war, Jerusalem food truck becomes a therapeutic oasis

Much more than an upscale food truck, Brunch has become a sort of therapeutic oasis. “Everyone living in Israel now needs a moment to decompress in order to keep going forward.”

 IN BRUNCH.

Health fund psychologists, private therapists to get government grants

The huge numbers of traumatized Israelis who were wounded, lost loved ones, homes, and businesses on October 7 need emotional support and therapy.

 People gather and light candles to remember the victims who were murdered by Hamas militants at Dizengoff Square in Tel Aviv, October 17, 2023.

Israel-Hamas War: English-speaking orgs. providing emotional support

When we are stressed, most of us prefer to communicate in our native language, whether we’ve been in Israel for weeks, months, or decades. 

 SOME MAY feel overwhelmed because a spouse is serving in the IDF reserves (Illustrative).

Israeli victims of Hamas terror have trauma that may never heal

HEALTH AFFAIRS: The psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and other clinicians can suggest and try out a patchwork of therapies. Some victims may never be healed.

 SHARON ALONI-CUNIO, 34, holds her twins Yuli Cunio, 3, and Emma Cunio, 3, at Schneider Children’s Medical Center after their release by Hamas.

Nitzanim launching emergency initiatives to support Israel amid war with Hamas

The organization is assisting Israeli nonprofits that are providing support to displaced communities.

 Displaced children taking part in KKL-JNF activities.

Dogs of Love: The cutest and most exciting project of the war in Gaza

Reserve Dogs: Meet the adorable dog patrol providing smiles and support amidst the challenging times of the war in Gaza.

The dog Ranger and one of the patients

Why we are building a virtual therapy portal - opinion

This conflict gives rise to a new kind of trauma – the struggle of needing support while not feeling ready to seek it.

 Illustrative image of woman crying