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    Child Psychologist in Rishon LeZion — A Warm, Reliable Place for Your Family

    25+ years of experience · Working with children, adolescents, and families · In Russian, Hebrew, English

    Let's Take the First Step Together
    Rishon LeZion — Our City

    A quiet, supportive space in the heart of Rishon LeZion

    Every parent knows this feeling: your child comes home from school with sad eyes, or you hear their nighttime fears, or you see them withdrawing. You want to help, but don't know how. And it's normal to feel confused — parenting is the most challenging, yet the most important project in our lives.

    My name is Irina Soselia. I'm a child and family psychologist with over 25 years of experience. I hold a Ph.D. in psychology and a clinical psychologist's license in Israel. Throughout these years, I've helped hundreds of families in Rishon LeZion and beyond find their path to understanding, peace, and healthy relationships. I know how difficult it can be to take that first step — but I also know that this step often becomes a turning point in a family's life.

    Why a Local Psychologist Matters — It's More Than Just Convenient

    Rishon LeZion is our shared home, and I know it intimately. Working here for over 20 years, I haven't just watched children grow — I've been part of our families' lives.

    Here's why proximity matters:

    • Consistency — The Foundation of Change. Children progress best with regular sessions. When a psychologist is nearby, you don't spend hours traveling, and therapy becomes a natural part of your week, not an ordeal.
    • I Know Your Context. I work in Rishon LeZion's schools, know our teachers, understand our community's cultural nuances, and know the challenges facing families here. This allows me to work deeper and more effectively with each child.
    • Language Support That Works. Many of you are immigrants; your children are growing up between languages. I speak Russian, Hebrew, and English — which means your child can speak in the language most comfortable for them and be fully heard.
    • Integration Into Your Life. When needed, I coordinate with teachers and other specialists your child already knows. Everything works as one support system.

    How I Can Help Your Child — Areas of Specialization

    Over 25 years of practice, I've learned to see what lies behind every behavior, every fear. I use science-backed methods, but approach each child as a unique individual.

    Autism and Autism Spectrum Disorders

    Early diagnosis, behavioral strategies, social skills development. I help your child understand themselves and find their path in a world that may be challenging for them.

    ADHD and Concentration Difficulties

    Support for children with attention deficit, teaching organizational and self-regulation strategies. Your child may be different — and that's not a problem to 'fix,' but a trait to understand.

    Childhood Anxiety, Fears, and Panic

    Working with separation anxiety, social anxiety, school stress, and panic attacks. I'll teach your child to understand and manage their emotions.

    Behavioral Difficulties

    Tantrums, aggression, defiance, oppositional behavior. I help parents set healthy boundaries and children find better ways to express their feelings.

    School Difficulties and Bullying

    Adaptation problems, peer conflicts, bullying, poor academic performance, school anxiety. School is a big part of your child's life, and it should be a safe place.

    Family Crises and Life Transitions

    Parental divorce, new sibling arrival, relocation, loss of a loved one, adjustment after immigration. Life is full of changes — I help your family navigate them more smoothly.

    How I Work — My Approach

    I believe every child wants to be healthy, happy, and accepted. Sometimes they just need help finding their way.

    My Working Principles:

    • Scientific Foundation: I use methods that have proven their effectiveness — cognitive-behavioral therapy, play therapy, family systems work.
    • Individualized Approach: No two children are the same. I adapt everything to your child's age, temperament, cultural background, and uniqueness.
    • Family as Participants, Not Spectators: Parents are the heart of change. I don't just work with the child; I coach you, providing practical tools you can use at home, every day.
    • Warm, Safe Atmosphere: Children open up only when they feel safe and accepted. My office in Rishon LeZion is a place where every child knows: here, you are listened to, understood, and not judged.

    Education and Experience

    Over 25+ years of practice, I'm convinced: there are no 'difficult' children — only children who need the right support. Here's my qualification:

    • <strong>Ph.D. in Psychology</strong> specializing in child and adolescent psychology
    • <strong>Licensed Clinical Psychologist</strong> with a license to practice privately in Israel
    • <strong>25+ years of experience</strong> working with children, adolescents, and families in Rishon LeZion and Israel
    • <strong>Specialization in Neurodevelopment</strong> — advanced training in working with autism, ADHD, and other developmental differences
    • <strong>Continuous Learning</strong> — I participate in supervision, conferences, and study new methods to stay at the forefront of practice

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    Over 25 years of experience working with children in Rishon LeZion. Specialization: autism, ADHD, anxiety, behavioral problems.

    I work in Russian, Hebrew, and English. In-person consultations in Rishon LeZion and online sessions are available.