If you are struggling with one of the the following conditions
Together, we can overcome it!
Anxiety and Depression
From Sadness to Depression
Return to full function!
Uncertainty, Fears and Anxieties
There are Numerous Ways to Relieve Tension In a Matter of Minutes
Negative Thoughts
Learn to Control and Let Go of Unwanted Thoughts
Low Self Esteem
In Only a Few Steps You Can Go from Underdog to Champion!
When I first met Nissim, I was unable to fully reach my potential and overcome my fears. In his unique and special way, Nissim accepted me with an openness that allowed to feel comfortable and open up. Nissim gave me the tools with which I am able to overcome many fears that I haven't been able to overcome in the past. Nissim is a sensitive and professional therapist, I highly recommend him!
My younger brother had an emotional breakdown following his army service... At first we thought it was no big deal and that he'd be back to himself in no time, but he just got worse and worse. At one point he wouldn't even leave the house... Until the day we met Nissim. When I asked Nissim about different options for a potential treatment he simply said - "forget treatment, tell him to come over for a cup of coffee". I honestly have no idea what happened during that meeting but he suddenly started to come back to himself again. Next thing we knew he was back on his feet and fully functioning, sharing his feelings with us and involving us in his life. Nissim, thanks to you we now have our brother back!!
Treating Chronic Pain - Back Pain/Herniated Disk - TMS
Relieve Physical Pain Rooted in Emotion
End Your Suffering!
For the past few years, I have been struggling with extreme back pain to the point that I would periodically find myself in bed, completely unable to function. Baruch Hashem I met Nissim who managed in a short amount of time to relieve a considerable amount of my back pain and eventually relieve me of symptoms completely.
Simple Solutions Using CBT & ACT
Anger and Rage
Learn to Regain Control In Minutes
Time Management & Procrastination
Simple Time Management Strategies
Trouble Standing Up for Myself
Learn to Say No!
Difficulty With Decision Making
Learn to Make Choices Without Regret
Trouble Staying Organized
Develop Positive Behavioral Patterns
Can’t Seem to Fulfill My Dreams
Set Clear Goals and Make Those Dreams a Reality
Unfulfilled Potential
Clarify Your Priorities
Throughout my time with Nissim, he continuously challenged me and helped me to grow! Our discussions were thought provoking and the exercises he gave me enabled me to accomplish things I never even considered attempting.
Before I began the sessions with Nissim I was extremely skeptical, thinking something along the lines of "I'm someone who learns Torah and has a relationship with the Rabanim in Yeshiva, what can I gain from this treatment that I don't already have"? After only a few sessions with Nissim I managed to build a new level of internal strength and discover a deeper, truer and more meaningful version of myself. I went from being a mere product of my surroundings to the one making the decisions. I regained control over my life. Thank you Nissim!
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ZOOM Consultation
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Working with Nissim enabled me to both challenge my self and grow! I came in with a number of goals that we B"H managed to achieve, such as getting over my stage fright, improving my social skills and getting more in touch with myself. Our discussions were thought provoking and the exercises Nissim gave me allowed me to continuously work on myself in between sessions and achieve goals I never thought possible.
Nissim Ashekenazi is a man of tremendous faith and integrity. Many people, my students and myself included, leave his presence feeling inspired to start again and change to a value - centred life.
Certification
Certification from Dr. Russ Harris while studying advanced courses at Psychwire, covering treatment of Anxiety and Depression
CBT and ACT certification from the Israeli Association for Behavioral & Cognitive Psychotherapy
Certification from the Retorno Addiction and Rehabilitation Institute
Language Skills: English, Turkish and Spanish
Director of Beit Meir Ulpan for over a decade
Overseeing aliyah process of numerous new immigrants
B.Ed. from Herzog College
B.B.A and Psychology studies at The University of Kent
About Nissim Ashkenazi
About Nisim Ashkenazi
Nisim is married to Gili Ashkenazi and is the proud father of five wonderful children.
They currently reside in Elazar, Gush Etzion.
Founder of the “Be’or Panecha” Bet Midrash. A community oriented Torah study program, providing a wide range of classes and programming for the greater Gush Etzion community.
Drummer and lover of both music and sports. Although the 12 km Nissim proudly runs is more like a warm up jog for most runners in Gush Etzion.
My goal is to help you attain both clarity and understanding regarding your personal needs, as well as provide simple and effective solutions for whatever obstacles you may encounter along the way.
We are all Believers. We Believe in the inherent strengths that Hashem has given to us. My mission is to help you access those strengths, thus allowing the healing to begin.
I greatly enjoy working with dedicated, caring people, who are looking to make a meaningful change in their lives.
My clientele ranges between the ages of 10 and 120.
Throughout the treatment process, we will build a foundation of mutual effort and dedication, upon which we will grow and excel.
I will be teaching you to use powerful life altering tools and will encourage you to push yourself forward, not only during our sessions, but also in between them. At the end this process, you will be taking responsibility for your own life. Remember, you are a Believer in yourself, and in the endless strength with which you have been created.
Looking forward to starting this life changing journey together!
With love and faith,
Nissim
It is with great joy that I present this warm and heartfelt recommendation of my dear friend and colleague R’ Nissim Ashkenazi. A man who tirelessly dedicates his time to the all-important art of therapy and counseling, helping both individuals and couples in need of guidance. Hashem has graced Nissim with a natural ability to communicate and connect with others, on which he has built layer upon layer of professional training, propelled by his immense devotion and dedication to his work. It is clear that Hashem guides him in all he does.
R' Nissim Ashkenazi is an extremely considerate and sensitive person. Giving tirelessly to those in need of help and guidance, both psychologically and emotionally. R' Nissim is an honest man and a pleasure to work with. Wishing him the upmost Bracha and Hatzlacha!
Treatment Methods
CBT
Return to Your True Self
Whether you suffer from depression or anxiety, or are just looking to make a change in your life – I will help you to:
- Discover your internal guidelines and beliefs
- Find your unique strengths and talents
- Treat yourself and others as you really wish
- Navigate life’s daily challenges
- Overcome obstacles
- Do what it takes to live the life you’ve always wanted to live
At the end of each session you’ll take home a personalized game-plan for the coming week which I will guide you through until we accomplish our goals.
CBT focuses on identifying and changing our beliefs, expectations and thought processes (cognitive processing), while actively changing behavioral patterns and emotional regulation as a way to better deal with emotional distress.
My goal throughout the treatment is to help the patient attain maximum psychological flexibility, while using two clinically proven methods: CBT and ACT
CBT is based on a fundamental principle which states that thought, emotion, feelings and actions are all interconnected.
Properly using this method can help the patient actively overcome challenges by breaking them down into smaller more manageable obstacles and tackling them one at a time. Unlike dynamic psychotherapy, CBT deals with the present and not with past. The goal of the treatment is to improve the quality of your day to day life.
ACT – Acceptance and Commitment Therapy – unlike CBT, does not suggest that you try and control your thoughts and feelings. Rather, that you accept and embrace them and channel your efforts to making changes in other areas of your life.
The ACT method enables the patient to cope with and discuss thoughts and feelings they struggle with, while working towards becoming the person they want to be.
The ACT method aims to give the patient practical and powerful tools to help navigate intrusive thoughts, self criticism, and negative memories and feelings that inhibit our everyday function.
TMS
Put an End to Your Chronic Pain Once and For All!
If you suffer from chronic pain – TMS treatment may be right for you!
TMS – Tension Myositis Syndrome – was identified by Dr. John Sarno. Years of medical research led Dr. Sarno to the conclusion that many non-traumatic instances of chronic pain such as back pain, gastrointestinal disorders and fibromyalgia are actually rooted in psychological anxieties.
About two years ago, I suffered a serious herniated disk. The pain was unbearable and with no end in sight I happened upon Dr. Sarno’s book. After going over the book a number of times, thinking through how the process would look and undergoing a cross examination by Dr. Nir Brosh who ruled out any issues with my new plan, my journey began.
Thank God, after only a short while my chronic pain began to disappear. Confidence in my own physical abilities began to return and I was able to properly train for and run the 10K. Since then, numerous others have joined me and overcome their own chronic pain and completely regain control of their lives in the process. I Invite you to read their stories below.
If you are suffering from chronic pain, you too can make a change. Call today and we’ll discuss if TMS treatment is right for you.
Following your herniated disk I was amazed to see how quickly you went from being someone who could hardly move around on his own, struggle just to get out of bed in the morning and lie back down at night to someone who was completely healthy, physically active, full of energy, and all in a matter of months. When I asked you what your secret was, you introduced me to Dr. Sarno's field of study. Not only did I begin to read, I even began to try the methods Dr. Sarno discusses. Today, after having suffered three herniated discs I have returned to the active life I've always lead. I'm back at work, I've returned to sports but most importantly I've been able to channel and deal with both physiological and psychological stress thanks to you. Thank you for opening my eyes to this incredible method!
R' Nissim recently ran a self improvement seminar for my students. They left having strengthened their belief in their own ability to turn their dreams and ambitions into realities. They acquired practical tools and techniques to help them navigate their army service and then take with them as they face life's many challenges. R' Nissim then ran a seminar for our teaching staff on building self worth, overcoming common cognitive preconceptions that our students might hold to be true and how to inspire our students to build a dedicated work ethic! Thank you for your tremendous contribution to the program!
Nissim runs a seminar in Yeshiva called "I Came here to Dream". The seminar was a HUGE success. Our students acquired tools that enabled them to take their dreams and aspirations and turn them into a step-by-step course of action they can take on and accomplish. Nissim was able to create a real sense of belonging, enjoyment and openness throughout the seminar. Exactly what 15-16 year old adolescents need! Looking forward Bez"h to many more years of working together!
"Believe In the Power of Life and Live a Life of Belief"
The field of clinical therapy and self-empowerment has grown substantially and continues to grow as it consistently manages to improve the lives of those seeking treatment.
The world we live in is one of challenges and struggles, filling us with anxieties and uncertainties regarding our future and the future of those dearest to us.
However, it is precisely those feelings that hold us back from properly realizing our own God given strength and potential to overcome said challenges. Instead of overcoming the challenges we face, we tend to mask our fears and hardships, deepening our personal struggle while losing sight of the options we have at our disposal.
The common ground we all share, whatever personal struggle we may be facing, is the abundance of treatment and coaching options open to us. How can you find what’s right for you?
I place full trust in your intuition. The same feeling that tells you it’s time to make a change, can help you decide which method is right for you.
My Goal is to help you attain maximum clarity regarding your needs as well as provide simple yet effective solutions to help you realize them.
I Established My Clinic With a Strong Sense of Belief
First and foremost belief in God and the good he has implanted in each and every one of us.
- Belief in my treatment method and it’s ability to yield results
- Belief in uncovering the the truthfulness of the human mind and its imperfections
- Belief that a treatment which promotes communication between our emotions and our desires fused together with behavioral changes can transform us into a stronger happier and healthier version of ourselves
FAQ
Nissim specializes in the treatment of numerous conditions including anxiety disorders, depression, anger management and various conditions regarding self-image.
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CBT focuses on identifying and changing our beliefs, expectations and thought processes (cognitive processing), while actively changing behavioral patterns and regulating emotion as a way to better deal with distress.
The Use of ACT focuses on the patient’s belief systems and helps him or her regain control over their life and day to day function by committing to a routine based system including the use of “mindfulness” techniques, quieting intrusive thoughts and moving the patient closer towards becoming the person he or she aspires to be.
One clear advantage of CBT and ACT is their unique ability to target specific tendencies and symptoms. The greater the effort the patient puts into the therapy, the stronger the results will be.
Throughout our sessions we will be addressing your struggle through analysis and understanding of your feelings, thoughts and actions.
We will actively question whether or not those thoughts and feelings are realistic and/or helpful and further explore the relationship between those thoughts and your actions. This will reveal the way in which actions actually further perpetuate the thoughts and feelings that you are trying to avoid. We will then be able to construct a system by means of which you will be able to change the relationship between the two.
In most cases, we meet once every one to two weeks, for a total of anywhere between five and twenty sessions, with each session lasting between thirty to sixty minutes.
For the most part, a successful clinical trial will last around three months
The patient plays an active role throughout the treatment process.
Throughout our sessions we will be working together as a team! I may be the one guiding the direction of the treatment but your experience is what is helping me do that. We will be working together as a team from start to finish! 😄
There are a number of options at your disposal. We can meet in a corona safe environment at my Elazar or Jerusalem clinic. ZOOM is also an option, a method that has proven successful with patients in Israel and even abroad!
The use of psychiatric medication can be helpful should the patient be interested. If relevant I will refer you to a psychiatrist that I trust.
Throughout the website you will be able to find numerous recommendations from various patients and educational administrators I have worked with in the past.
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Looking forward to helping you find meaning in your life once again!
Nissim Ashkenazi at the World Congress of Cognitive and Behavioral Therapies. Joined by Prof. Tamar Ronen, who served as Dean of Social Sciences a T.A. University and has received international acclaim for her extensive research on the Cognitive Behavioral Method.
We all face personal struggles… You are not alone…
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