Sara Schenirer Institute of Higher Education
Sara Schenirer Institute of Higher Education
48 episodes 2 shows
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#10) The Truth About School Refusal and School Avoidance
#10) The Truth About School Refusal and School Avoidance
Jun 18, 2025
53:23
Dr. Steven Kurtz is a leading clinical psychologist and internationally respected expert in the treatment of childhood anxiety disorders, ADHD, and behavioral challenges, notably in the area of school refusal. He is the founder and director of Kurtz Psychology Consulting, a practice known for its innovative, evidence-based approaches to school refusal, Selective Mutism, and disruptive behaviors. He’s an advocate for exposure-based treatments that empower families to help kids re-engage with school and the world around them.
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#2) Helping Boys and Young Men Meet Today's Challenges to Kedushah
#2) Helping Boys and Young Men Meet Today's Challenges to Kedushah
Sep 25, 2024
41:42
Shloime Zimmerman talks to Dovid Becker about the challenges to Kedushah that boys face these days and what we can do about it. Using a Torah backed approach together with cutting-edge psychological research, Zimmerman seeks to "normalize" these conversations and empower parents to show up for their children. Disclaimer: This episode contains sensitive material and may not be suitable for younger audiences. Listener discretion is advised. The views expressed in this episode are those of the guest and do not reflect the views of Sara Schenirer Institute. We do not take responsibility for the advice or guidance provided within this episode.
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#6) A Global Look at Therapy
#6) A Global Look at Therapy
Feb 19, 2025
58:24
Moshe Norman is the owner of Transcend Counseling Services and the host of the Mondays with Moshe weekly Zoom call. He’s a clinician in private practice, and a former Adjunct Professor in the Sara Schenirer program. Moshe provides training for therapists and has developed a highly regarded program to help young couples develop a strong emotional foundation for marriage.
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#30) Building Experiences, Not Just Products
#30) Building Experiences, Not Just Products
Apr 28, 2025
49:22
Shmuel Bollen is Senior Product Manager for athenahealth. A quick glance at his resume reveals an eclectic and interesting work history, which morphed from a liberal arts background to User Experience, or “UX,” in what appears to be a very organic way. Bollen says that differentiating your product through user experience is done through understanding and empathy, which results in great benefit for the company as well.
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#9) Where The Roles of Teacher and Adminstrator Meet with Aidella Avtzon
#9) Where The Roles of Teacher and Adminstrator Meet with Aidella Avtzon
May 6, 2024
48:32
Aidella Avtzon has worn many hats; math teacher, SEIT, special educator and administrator. She says a Master’s in Education can be a path to a surprisingly multifaceted career, and that life as a SEIT is a frum woman’s dream. Find out about her surprising story to success!
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#20) It’s Not Just Coding: The Many Roles of a Data Scientist
#20) It’s Not Just Coding: The Many Roles of a Data Scientist
Oct 28, 2024
41:06
Alina Rivilis is a Data Scientist, whose specialty is inventing creative solutions for business problems. The best way to do that, Rivilis says, is to take on and integrate the roles of scientist, Data Analyst, business person and, yes, coder.
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#6) Flying the Frum Skies with Captain Shraga Bernzweig
#6) Flying the Frum Skies with Captain Shraga Bernzweig
Mar 11, 2024
30:17
Shraga Bernzweig has not only figured out how to successfully juggle life as a commercial airline pilot with Jewish observance, he’s figured out how to turn his busy lifestyle into more Torah study, and even Purim celebrations on the East and West Coasts … in the same day.
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#4) Inside DBT: How and Why It Works
#4) Inside DBT: How and Why It Works
Nov 27, 2024
48:00
Join Charles Swenson as he does a deep dive into the life-changing power of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Used strategically, DBT's groundbreaking skills can help manage intense feelings and build resilience. Learn how to respond, not react with Swenson on the latest MASTERS episode.
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BONUS EPISODE #2 - Choosing Wisely: A Dating Coach Shares Career Tips
BONUS EPISODE #2 - Choosing Wisely: A Dating Coach Shares Career Tips
Jan 27, 2025
19:34
Mrs. Yael Kaisman, a noted mechaneches and dating coach, reveals surprising parallels between dating and career decisions, sharing her expert tips for making choices that truly align with your values and goals. Whether you're choosing a soul-mate or a profession, this episode will help you navigate life’s big decisions with clarity and confidence.
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#5) The Superpower of the ADHD Brain
#5) The Superpower of the ADHD Brain
Jan 22, 2025
54:52
Dr. Nachi Felt, Ph.D., also known as the “ADHD Doctor,” is an ADHD & Executive Functioning specialist. He’s a professor at Columbia University where he teaches Psychopathology and co-directs the Cognition and Neuroscience Research Lab. Dr. Felt has developed his “Cycles of Clarity” technique, which is designed to empower fellow ADHDers to create their own clarity, confidence and control.