Ronit Lev

With a deep understanding of life's challenges, both personal and professional, Ronit Lev, M.A. LMFT brings a unique perspective to her psychotherapy practice. As a licensed marriage and family therapist and certified EMDR practitioner, Ronit offers a safe, collaborative, and supportive environment for individuals, couples, and families seeking to enhance their quality of life and overcome obstacles.

Ronit's journey in the field of mental health began with her Master's degree in Counseling Psychology from Santa Clara University. Since 2003, she has been working with a diverse range of clients, including children, teens, couples, and families. Her experience spans various settings, from facilitating grief and loss counseling groups to working with clients in outpatient clinics. This rich background has equipped her to address a wide spectrum of issues, including depression, anxiety, trauma, substance abuse, and personality disorders.

What sets Ronit apart is her personal experience with a life-threatening illness, which has given her a profound understanding of the challenges faced by clients and their loved ones. This firsthand knowledge of the healing power of therapy infuses her practice with empathy and insight. As a bilingual and bicultural therapist, Ronit can provide therapy in both English and Hebrew, making her services accessible to a broader range of clients.

Ronit's approach to therapy is collaborative and strengths-based. She believes in people's innate ability to cope, learn, and grow. Her practice focuses on helping clients recognize new opportunities when faced with closed doors, drawing inspiration from Helen Keller's wisdom about finding new paths to happiness. Whether clients are dealing with long-standing difficulties or unexpected changes, Ronit provides the compassion, support, and acceptance necessary for change and growth.

In her private practice, Ronit addresses a variety of issues including parenting challenges, low self-esteem, work-related problems, and relationship issues at different life stages. She is particularly skilled in working with individuals facing cancer, grief, and loss. Ronit's expertise in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapy further enhances her ability to help clients process trauma and PTSD effectively. By offering online sessions, Ronit ensures that her services are accessible to those who may prefer or require remote therapy options.