Modi’in Behavioral was founded in 2018 to provide effective therapy for adolescents, adults, parents, couples, and families in an inclusive, friendly, and warm environment. Meet our team below.
Dr. Shamshy Schlager, Psy.D.
Shamshy is a licensed clinical psychologist, and the founder and director of Modi'in Behavioral. He specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), which are the gold-standard, evidence-based approaches for treating a variety of clinical disorders. He previously served as a clinical psychologist and supervisor at Cognitive Behavioral Associates (CBA), a group private practice in Great Neck, NY, which is co-directed by Ruth DeRosa, Ph.D. and Jill Rathus, Ph.D., an internationally recognized expert in both CBT and DBT and a certified DBT trainer responsible for co-developing the adolescent adaptation of DBT.
Dr. Chani Goldfeder, Psy.D.
Chani is a licensed clinical psychologist who received her doctoral degree from Long Island University after completing a masters in Trauma Studies at New York University. She specializes in helping clients cultivate mindfulness and treating trauma survivors. Chani has worked in both inpatient psychiatric hospitals and outpatient clinics with individuals of diverse backgrounds and mental health challenges. She practices an integrative treatment approach, incorporating mindfulness, self-awareness and self-acceptance.
Heidi Leibovich, LCSW
Heidi is a licensed clinical social worker who completed her studies at the Hunter College School of Social Work. With 20+ years of experience in the mental health field, Heidi has worked both as a therapist and public advocate in a variety of clinical frameworks, including partial-hospital, school, university, and private practice settings. As the former Head of the Carlow University Counseling Department in Pittsburgh, PA, Heidi served as the primary therapist for the undergraduate student body, and is especially proficient at working with those transitioning from adolescence to emerging adulthood. She brings thoughtfulness and positive energy to her work and employs evidence-based interventions in treatment. At Modi'in Behavioral, she provides individual therapy, co-leads the DBT skills group, and participates in our weekly consultation team.
Dr. Sarah Levinson, PhD
Sarah earned her Bachelor’s degree from the University of San Francisco and completed her PhD at the University of Massachusetts. She has worked in a variety of clinical settings, including at the San Diego Institute of Therapy, the University of California-San Diego, and McLean Hospital/Harvard Medical School. At Modi'in Behavioral, she provides individual therapy and works confidently with adults and teens struggling with a variety of clinical disorders, co-leads the DBT skills group, and participates in our weekly consultation team.
Zellie Hubsher, MSW
Zellie earned her Master’s degree from Yeshiva University’s Wurzweiler School of Social Work and her postgraduate degree in family therapy from the Family Institute in Jerusalem. She has extensive clinical and administrative experience working with adults and teens in a variety of inpatient and outpatient settings. From these experiences, she has developed creative approaches to helping her clients navigate complex challenges and achieve their personal goals. At Modi’in Behavioral, she serves as an individual therapist for patients of all ages, co-leads DBT skills groups, and participates in private supervision and DBT training, including our weekly consultation team.