Dr. Maytal Shalev-Eylath

With over 15 years of experience, I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, and other emotional challenges. My approach is grounded in compassion, mindfulness, and neuroscience, and I am certified in trauma-informed care.

I came to therapy first as a client, hoping to get rid of difficult feelings. Instead, I discovered that healing comes from learning to understand and make space for them. That experience deeply shaped the way I work today.

My style is active, collaborative, and experiential. Rather than only talking about problems, we'll pay attention to what is happening in the present moment—including thoughts, emotions, and body sensations—to create meaningful and lasting change. I believe therapy should help you build a different relationship with yourself, not just gain insight.

I'm passionate about helping people reconnect with themselves, cultivate self-compassion, and move toward a life that feels more authentic and fulfilling. I also maintain a regular mindfulness practice, which supports the grounded and attentive presence I bring to my work. It is a privilege to accompany clients through the process of healing and growth.

I primarily use somatic, mindfulness, and compassion-based approaches, along with neuroscience-informed techniques. In our work together, you’ll learn research-backed skills to deepen self-awareness, gain insight, and build emotional resilience. My goal is to empower you to navigate life’s challenges with presence and compassion, overcoming them with greater ease. My approach is collaborative and tailored to your needs. I am a compassionate, honest, and engaged therapist. I will work with you to make sure you are seeing personal change and growth. At times I might challenge you, but always within a safe space where you feel seen, validated, and cared for.

The first session is an opportunity for us to get to know each other and begin understanding what brings you to therapy. I'll invite you to share your story, your current challenges, and what you're hoping will be different in your life. There is no pressure to have everything figured out—we'll move at a pace that feels right for you.

My goal is to create a space where you feel safe, seen, and understood while also beginning to identify patterns that may be keeping you stuck. From the start, I take an active and collaborative approach, integrating somatic, mindfulness, compassion-based, and neuroscience-informed perspectives to help you connect with your thoughts, emotions, and body in new ways.

Together, we'll begin clarifying your goals and developing a roadmap for meaningful change. You can expect honesty, curiosity, and genuine engagement from me. At times I may gently challenge you, but always with compassion and respect for your unique experience. My hope is that you'll leave the first session with a greater sense of clarity, a deeper understanding of yourself, and the feeling that you don't have to navigate life's challenges alone.