Therapy

New study: This simple thing may reduce stress, anxiety and depression

Many Israelis are experiencing anxiety and stress – but they do not know that part of the solution is right outside their home. A new study reminds us why it is so important to go out into nature.

Forest therapy
The dedicated treatment suite established for the MDMA-assisted psychotherapy clinical trial, where participants undergo supervised eight-hour treatment sessions. Illustrative image.

MDMA-assisted psychotherapy reduces PTSD in 80% of soldiers, Israeli study finds

"Incorporate the power of the sea for people living with trauma." Dr. Ariel Ezra during HaGal Sheli activity.

New bachelor's degree to train students in trauma treatment through surf therapy

Sally Reidman.

Sally Reidman came to Israel with a massage table - and built a healthcare empire


Female doctors to lead medical care for released Gaza hostages

Male doctors will only be involved in essential cases and will always be accompanied by a nurse.

Close up of female doctor holding syringe with injection (iilustrative)

Israel to treat hostages using lessons from Holocaust survivors

Israel eagerly awaits the return of hostages held in Hamas captivity while preparations are already underway for the extensive psychological care they will require.

 IDF prepares to receive hostages returned from Gaza in hostage deal, January 18, 2025.

Healing through graffiti: Daniel Shveka’s journey from IDF soldier to artist

After art helped him get through the IDF and reservist duty, Daniel Shveka uses graffiti murals to beautify Jerusalem and honor those lost in the war with Hamas.

 Memorial murals painted across a stretch of the Gaza border wall each depicts two civilians and two soldiers who fell on Oct. 7.

Ocean of hope: Asking for help is never a sign of weakness - opinion

Asking for help is among the bravest and most empowering choices we can make.

 ISRAELI SURFER Anat Lelior in action during the Surfing Women’s Round Heat 2 of the Paris 2024 Olympics, in Tahiti, French Polynesia, in August.

Developer of “Hibuki” therapy doll for treatment of emotional distress seeks to expand availability

Since October 7, the Hibuki doll has helped countless children across Israel: “they feel that they are not alone.”

 Hibuki doll: Since the Hezbollah attacks on Israel’s north, the Hibuki doll has been used to treat children in these communities.

Using AI to better support adults with autism, other disabilities

On Monday, an Israel conference focused on autism and how artificial intelligence could help millions of people integrate into civil society, cultural events, and the job market.

 Group, business people and hands in stack for teamwork, collaboration or diversity in workplace community.

It is vital for Israel to invest in its mental health caregivers - opinion

Preserving our national resilience requires remembering that investing in mental health is not only an immediate need but also a vital preparation for whatever challenges may lie ahead. 

People crying and hugging with the Israeli flag in the background

Simchat Torah: Using joy to overcome pain

Psychological theory offers some important understanding of how we can approach this year’s Simchat Torah.

 An illustrative image of emotions.

Forest showers: The treatment of trauma that occurs in nature

At least two hours, in the forest or grove, without interruptions or telephones - therapy through nature is gaining momentum and is also reaching school desks in Israel. That's how it works.

 Strengthening the relationship between man and nature

Dead Sea: Healing Israel’s society and nature at the lowest point on Earth

With an extraordinary understanding of the Dead Sea’s natural ecosystem, the project is uniquely positioned to harness the therapeutic power of nature.

 At a mind-body retreat for Supernova survivors, Ied by the writer with yoga master Eitam Baum.