Itzhak Vinokur
Art Therapist & Drama Therapist
Verified by It's Complicated
Available for new clients
My name is Itzhak. I am a licensed therapist with an established private practice, dedicated to helping individuals navigate life’s most challenging transitions. As a Jew, I bring a deep respect for spirituality.
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About me
My name is Itzhak. I am a licensed therapist with an established private practice and a professional background in music. I graduated from the Jerusalem Academy of Music and Dance, and my musical foundation deeply informs my therapeutic work. As a religious Jew, I bring a profound respect for spirituality and tradition into every session.
I believe that where logic and words reach a dead end, the body and the subconscious begin to speak. My practice is built on the belief that integrating movement, music, expressive writing, visual arts, and nature allows us to better understand ourselves and manage life’s complexities with greater resilience.
I am an active member of FEPTO (Federation of European Psychodrama Training Organisations). I regularly facilitate workshops at international conferences, sharing my expertise in integrating art therapy and psychodrama into the treatment of profound crisis and trauma.
I speak:
EnglishHebrewRussian
Location:
Jerusalem, Israel
Approach
Treatment Approaches
Art therapyRecommended for those who feel more comfortable expressing emotions through creativity and want to explore their feelings through art rather than talking.
Body therapyRecommended for those who want to connect their mind and body to release stress or trauma through physical sensations and movement.
BreathworkRecommended for those who want to use breathing techniques to relax, release tension, and gain more control over their emotions.
From Word to Action
I believe that where logic and words reach a dead end, the body and the subconscious begin to speak. My sessions are guided by three interconnected tools that form a bridge to healing:
The Word: Exploring your narrative and thoughts.
The Body Response: I always invite clients to pay close attention to how their narrative echoes within the body. What does the physical sensation say?
Body Expression & Action: We move from the felt sense to expressing that emotion through creative action—whether through movement, sound, or image.
Music remains one of my most powerful expressive tools. I incorporate the sounds of the piano, Tibetan chimes, and singing bowls to create a resonant space. This process allows us to safely process difficult emotions, transforming "frozen" trauma into fluid movement and the chaos of crisis into a clear, creative image.
Experience
3 years in practice
My work is built on a rigorous academic and clinical foundation:
Crisis & War Trauma (2023–Present): Extensive work with survivors of the October 7th attacks and soldiers navigating combat-related trauma and PTSD.
Abuse & Adolescents: Specialized therapy for teenagers who have experienced physical or emotional abuse, including family-centered work to support their parents.
Inpatient Mental Health: Two years of intensive work in a closed psychiatric ward (Inpatient Mental Health).
Neurodiversity & Disability (Since 2004): Leading a Special Education Music Department, providing therapy for individuals with ASD, ADHD, Down Syndrome, and blindness, using music as a primary tool for expression and growth.
Education
Education & Clinical Background
My work is built on a rigorous academic and clinical foundation:
M.A. in Psychodrama, Haifa University (including a 3-year residency in Mental Health institutions).
B.A. in Piano Performance, Jerusalem Academy of Music and Dance.
Services
Individual Session
€110 • 1 hr • Online
Individual Session
Sliding scale
€80 • 1 hr • Online
Insurances
Private PayPrivate Insurance
Next available: Mar 16