Ancient Wisdom & Modern Science
“I have an integrated view of psychology and spirituality that is founded in a strong background in psycho-spiritual work. After being ordained as a Conservative Rabbi, I have taught in a university setting for a decade. As a university lecturer, I have taught a wide range of courses, including character development and comparative mysticism.”
“In addition, I have also served as the spiritual counselor for graduate students as well as many families in transition. Aside from my clinical work, I continue to lead couple’s counseling and meditation workshops and retreats.”
Rabbi Yael Saidoff, MA, AMFT
Ancient Wisdom & Modern Science
“I have an integrated view of psychology and spirituality that is founded in a strong background in psycho-spiritual work. After being ordained as a Conservative Rabbi, I have taught in a university setting for a decade. As a university lecturer, I have taught a wide range of courses, including character development and comparative mysticism.”
“In addition, I have also served as the spiritual counselor for graduate students as well as many families in transition. Aside from my clinical work, I continue to lead couple’s counseling and meditation workshops and retreats.”
Rabbi Yael Saidoff, MA, AMFT is a graduate of the University of California—Santa Cruz, the Ziegler School of Rabbinic Studies – American Jewish University, and the Chicago School of Professional Psychology. Her background includes degrees in psychology and neuroscience, Jewish studies, and marriage and family therapy.
Counseling has always been a central part of her career path. She has worked in residential treatment centers for drug and alcohol abuse, domestic violence centers, as well as congregational settings. Rabbi Saidoff has helped hundreds of people to traverse critical transitions, during both the highs and lows of life.
An artist herself, Rabbi Saidoff has a passion for working with creative professionals. She is comfortable offering counseling in English and Hebrew. She lives with her spouse of 19 years, Joshua, and their two children.
Trauma, Mood, and Anxiety Disorders
You are not alone. Depression, anxiety, trauma and OCD can be treated and overcome. I can work with you to develop strategies to change old patterns and develop new ones.
Couples Therapy
Nothing affects our quality of life more than our relationships. Learning how to create safety in a relationship is a critical part of getting your needs met. All backgrounds and genders are welcome.
Mindfulness/Spirituality
To be truly fulfilled, every part of us must be healthy: mind, body and spirit. I work with clients with a holistic perspective to utilize resources in each of these parts of our shared humanity.
Life Transitions
Change is inevitable. Suffering through change is optional. Increase your resilience and find meaning in the midst of significant life transitions. Grief and loss, death and dying, divorce, marriage, childbirth and more.
Domestic Violence
Abuse, whether psychological, physical or sexual can be hard to recognize from the outside. However, its impact can be lasting and devastating. I have experience helping victims cope during or after abusive relationships to regain their sense of sanity.
Chicago School of Professional Psychology – DTLA
Masters of Marriage and Family Therapy (2018)
Ziegler School of Rabbinic Studies – American Jewish University
Graduate degree, Ordination and Masters in Rabbinic texts (2010)
Shiluv Institute, Jerusalem
Clinical training in family systems therapy (2009)
University of California, Santa Cruz
Bachelor degrees in neuroscience and psychology (2004)
Registered AMFT # 109831
Certification to treat Domestic Violence – 2017
Brainspotting – Level 1 & 2
Gottman – Level 1
Trained in Hakomi Method of Mindfulness-Centered Somatic Psychotherapy – 1 Year
Certification for treating OCD: BrainsWay Y-BOCS Rater Certification
Associate Marriage and Family Therapist
Blue Sky Psychiatry (current)
Lead Meditation Retreat Teacher
Institute of Jewish Spirituality in Simi Valley, CA (March 18-22, 2020)
Adjunct Faculty, Spiritual Counselor
American Jewish University (2011-2018)
Psychology Associate
Jewish Family Services – Hope (2017-2018)
Associate Rabbi at Residential Substance Abuse Treatment Center
Beit T’shuvah (2009-2012)
Making Marriage Work Retreats
American Jewish University, Los Angeles (current)
Mindful Parenting of Teens
Jewish Federation, Los Angeles (2017)
Leading Meditation Retreats
Shomrei Torah, West Hills (2016, 2017)
Meditation Instructor
Adat Ari El (2016, 2017)
Shomrei Torah (2013)
Temple Aliyah (2006-2008)
American Jewish University (2004-2006)
Jewish Hospice Project (2005)
Talks:
Lecture Series
Academy of Jewish Religion, Los Angeles (2020)
The Union of Spirituality and Psychology
Los Angeles County Psychological Association (2019)
Helping Your Kids Through Crises
Calabasas Behavioral Health (2019)
Making Meaning in Hard Times
Calabasas Behavioral Health (2019)