BlueThread.Ai brings together scholars and spiritual leaders to lend ancient wisdom, cutting edge AI tools, and contemporary research in interpersonal psychology and neuroscience to improving the world that we build with our words—among friends, neighbors, and even enemies, partners, allies, and strangers. Applying educational theory to optimize impact on individuals and the broader collective, the resource develops our ability to connect with one another "from the inside, out." Deepening… Show more BlueThread.Ai brings together scholars and spiritual leaders to lend ancient wisdom, cutting edge AI tools, and contemporary research in interpersonal psychology and neuroscience to improving the world that we build with our words—among friends, neighbors, and even enemies, partners, allies, and strangers. Applying educational theory to optimize impact on individuals and the broader collective, the resource develops our ability to connect with one another "from the inside, out." Deepening understanding and compassion for ourselves and each other, BlueThread.Ai reflects human potential and cultivates it in ways that may help us rebuild the world with a greater sense of connection and celebration of diversity than we have ever imagined. Show less

Integrate spiritual and somatic wisdom and practice to facilitate healing from personal, intergenerational, and collective trauma and enhance resiliency. Weave insights and tools of Somatic Experiencing with resonant practice and understandings from Jewish and other spiritual traditions. Facilitate workshops and provide consultations on integration of spirituality in therapeutic settings. Support clients from various religious backgrounds and none at all to process traumatic experiences that… Show more Integrate spiritual and somatic wisdom and practice to facilitate healing from personal, intergenerational, and collective trauma and enhance resiliency. Weave insights and tools of Somatic Experiencing with resonant practice and understandings from Jewish and other spiritual traditions. Facilitate workshops and provide consultations on integration of spirituality in therapeutic settings. Support clients from various religious backgrounds and none at all to process traumatic experiences that occurred within a religious setting in order to liberate what is meaningful and helpful from the pain of the trauma and to enable the nourishing return of innate spirituality. Collaborate with hearts throughout the country to address the healing of ancestral and collective traumas to halt transmission of intergenerational trauma and bring healing into and between communities impacted by trauma. Show less

Design award-winning instructional materials and programs tailored for students of all backgrounds, ages, and interests. Offer advisement consulting for all stages of innovative educational programs from neighborhood startups to national initiatives and new online platforms. Train faculty on new curricula and teach engaging classes to all ages. • Interweave expertise in Talmud, Jewish Ritual, and Jewish Culture with extensive knowledge of Psychology, Neuroscience, and Pedagogy, in… Show more Design award-winning instructional materials and programs tailored for students of all backgrounds, ages, and interests. Offer advisement consulting for all stages of innovative educational programs from neighborhood startups to national initiatives and new online platforms. Train faculty on new curricula and teach engaging classes to all ages. • Interweave expertise in Talmud, Jewish Ritual, and Jewish Culture with extensive knowledge of Psychology, Neuroscience, and Pedagogy, in developing engaging presentations, workshops, and curricular materials. • Use multi-media approach to support multiple intelligences, diverse learners, and remote participation, including building websites and partnering with developers of new online tools such as Shalom Learning® and Actively Read®.Notable engagements include:o International: Harold Grinspoon Foundation | Greneda Education & Development Programme (GRENED) o Los Angeles, CA: Academy of Jewish Religion – CA | MAZON | Kehillat Israel | Grapejuice o Boston, MA: National Havurah Institute | Brandeis University Humanities Interdisciplinary Program | B’nei Akiva | Temple Beth El | Temple Isaiah | Shir Hadash Cooperative School o Cincinnati, OH: Adath Israel Jarson Educational Center | Creative School of Jewish Learning (founding faculty) Show less

Provide Jewish learning support and spiritual experience to Jews seeking enrichment outside of congregational settings, as well as to congregations as a Scholar-in-Residence and guest soloist. Facilitate and officiate rituals, customize educational programs, develop course materials, assemble unique prayerbooks and guides, and lead Shabbat and holiday services. • Design and officiate unique life cycle ceremonies for individuals and families in Los Angeles and around the country… Show more Provide Jewish learning support and spiritual experience to Jews seeking enrichment outside of congregational settings, as well as to congregations as a Scholar-in-Residence and guest soloist. Facilitate and officiate rituals, customize educational programs, develop course materials, assemble unique prayerbooks and guides, and lead Shabbat and holiday services. • Design and officiate unique life cycle ceremonies for individuals and families in Los Angeles and around the country, providing spiritual family counseling, engaging text study, Jewish meditation, and intergenerational learning experiences. • Conduct family holiday workshops, Rosh Hodesh groups, and meditation minyanim, drawing a range of learners, inspiring participants’ experience of Jewish prayer, ritual, and learning through vocal painting of the liturgy, story, and explanations which frame the meaningful and relevant connections of Jewish tradition to contemporary life.Specific communities served include:o Los Angeles, CA: University of Judaism | Temple Beth Am | Temple Ami Shalom | Pico-Egal | Congregation Eilat | Congregation Beth Israel | Eastside Jewso Weehawken, NJ: Lakeland Hills Jewish Community Centero Cincinnati, OH: Northern Hills Synagogue | Congregation B’nai Tzedeko Reno, NV: Temple Emanu-El Show less

Bring expertise in somatically-based therapy techniques as well as Jewish ritual and textual resources to private practice in Somatic Experiencing® and spiritual counseling, within U.S. and Israel-based Jewish communities and beyond.• Assist in teaching Somatic Experiencing® (SE®), at all levels including Master classes for the Somatic Experiencing Training Institute (SETI®) and Ergos. • Assist in teaching Integrated Somatic Psychotherapy® (ISP®), as well as Emotional First Aid… Show more Bring expertise in somatically-based therapy techniques as well as Jewish ritual and textual resources to private practice in Somatic Experiencing® and spiritual counseling, within U.S. and Israel-based Jewish communities and beyond.• Assist in teaching Somatic Experiencing® (SE®), at all levels including Master classes for the Somatic Experiencing Training Institute (SETI®) and Ergos. • Assist in teaching Integrated Somatic Psychotherapy® (ISP®), as well as Emotional First Aid for Stess and Trauma (EFAST®) and Communication Without Conflict® for the International Trauma Healing Institute (ITI) in Los Angeles and Israel.• Develop workshops and webinars to teach skills to clergy, notably to support interfaith bridge-building efforts and Conflict Resolution Studies, in professional development settings, academic institutions, and treatment centers. Show less

We promote wellbeing through Jewish practices aligned with habits scientifically demonstrated to support mental health:We offer …*clergy and educators practical information and innovative training for engaging community members with diverse needs and religious outlooks.*individuals and families a fresh experience of Jewish practices, helping develop healthier habits of mind that lower stress and enhance connection and confidence.*Jewish communities and organizations a new… Show more We promote wellbeing through Jewish practices aligned with habits scientifically demonstrated to support mental health:We offer …*clergy and educators practical information and innovative training for engaging community members with diverse needs and religious outlooks.*individuals and families a fresh experience of Jewish practices, helping develop healthier habits of mind that lower stress and enhance connection and confidence.*Jewish communities and organizations a new understanding of how practices can be woven into programming, enhancing communal cohesiveness, well-being, and collective resilience.https://www.jewish-resilience.org/ Show less

Facilitate weekly, co-created groups addressing Spiritual Dimensions of Trauma and Healing and Intergenerational Trauma. Provide extended sessions with adult clients integrating Somatic Experiencing and Integrated Somatic Psychology to support resolution of trauma. Bring therapeutic quality to intake and admissions experiences. Participate in ongoing clinical supervision, case conceptualization, and consultation with treatment team and communicate with complementary providers as appropriate… Show more Facilitate weekly, co-created groups addressing Spiritual Dimensions of Trauma and Healing and Intergenerational Trauma. Provide extended sessions with adult clients integrating Somatic Experiencing and Integrated Somatic Psychology to support resolution of trauma. Bring therapeutic quality to intake and admissions experiences. Participate in ongoing clinical supervision, case conceptualization, and consultation with treatment team and communicate with complementary providers as appropriate in order to support clients with dignified and effective care. Show less

Provide individual therapy to facilitate the process of growth and healing by attending to the richness of interpersonal relationships & the interrelatedness of our mind-body connection. Bring somatic, spiritual, and traditional psychodynamic approaches to support emerging insights, increase coherence of past experiences, and emotional regulation and capacity, and co-create meaningful goals.Specialize in counseling parents to co-create greater understanding of the parent-child… Show more Provide individual therapy to facilitate the process of growth and healing by attending to the richness of interpersonal relationships & the interrelatedness of our mind-body connection. Bring somatic, spiritual, and traditional psychodynamic approaches to support emerging insights, increase coherence of past experiences, and emotional regulation and capacity, and co-create meaningful goals.Specialize in counseling parents to co-create greater understanding of the parent-child relationship. Through the lens of emerging research the fields of interpersonal neurobiology and mindfulness-practices, help parents negotiate the highs-and-lows of parenting, navigate transitions, and deal with every day struggles.Support therapeutic groups, facilitating interactive discussion as experienced in a safe milieu. Cultivate among participants self-understanding and mindful awareness as they discuss a range of topics, including self esteem, peer pressure, identity, short- and long-term goals, motivation and direction, and relationships with family and friends. Motivate participants to identify and articulate their own personal search for meaning in their lives: where they find it and how they actualize it. Lead exploration of the “somatic narrative” in our younger clients illuminated through an exploration of movement patterns, gestures, stance, postures, prosody, and other non-verbal cues. Impart tools for communication with friends and family members and exploring strategies for the coming years will help participants begin the process of shaping their lives themselves. In adult and parenting groups, illuminate multi-layered dynamics including how different levels of meaning-making create interpersonal challenges, and how an understanding of interpersonal neurobiology can foster self-regulation, insight, communication, and conflict resolution. Show less

Lead internal communication and operations. Coordinate outreach, policy development, scheduling of groups, and professional development opportunities for clinical staff and interns at Lifespan Psychological Center. Provide individualized psychotherapy to individual clients of all ages, couples, and families.

http://sinaiandsynapses.org/2015-2017-sinai-and-synapses-fellows/The Sinai and Synapses Fellowship is a small interfaith group of clergy, scientists and writers who are committed to elevating the discourse surrounding religion and science. By personalizing the relationship around religion and science, the Fellows are models for a productive conversation surrounding religion and science.

Participate actively in an intensive peer cohort of talented North American rabbis across the denominational spectrum, to explore insights about issues central to American life today, including: How to use Jewish wisdom and practice as a public good. How to use the science of positive psychology to reimagine Judaism as a path of flourishing for individuals and communities. How to use post-modern identity formation theory, epistemology, and sociology to create a… Show more Participate actively in an intensive peer cohort of talented North American rabbis across the denominational spectrum, to explore insights about issues central to American life today, including: How to use Jewish wisdom and practice as a public good. How to use the science of positive psychology to reimagine Judaism as a path of flourishing for individuals and communities. How to use post-modern identity formation theory, epistemology, and sociology to create a pluralist, accessible, usable and passionate Judaism. How to employ technology and social media to reach a larger audience. How to employ innovation theory and design thinking to create new Jewish products, services, experiences and organizations.Participate in Working Groups to address issues of the day, to serve particular needs, and to develop new programs, teaching methodologies, websites, games, resources, etc.Volunteer time to serve in underserved Jewish communities in the US who would otherwise not have access to a rabbi--teaching, leading services, and counseling. Show less

Provide individual therapy to clients in various outpatient programs to support recovery from addiction, healing from trauma, and successful life transitions. Empower clients and facilitate the process of growth and healing with integrative techniques to nourish the connection of mind-body-spirit. Collaborate with therapeutic team in weekly meetings to bring somatic, spiritual, and traditional psychodynamic approaches to support emerging insights, increase coherence of past experiences, and… Show more Provide individual therapy to clients in various outpatient programs to support recovery from addiction, healing from trauma, and successful life transitions. Empower clients and facilitate the process of growth and healing with integrative techniques to nourish the connection of mind-body-spirit. Collaborate with therapeutic team in weekly meetings to bring somatic, spiritual, and traditional psychodynamic approaches to support emerging insights, increase coherence of past experiences, and emotional regulation and capacity of client population. Show less

Researching for the new PCJCR, theory on peace & conflict resolution relevant to education, significant Jewish sources and principles for schools integrating conflict resolution, Jewish values, and neuroscientific understanding of resilience and well-being, and current practices in Jewish educational settings. Work with U.S. Director of the PCJCR in developing a protocol of questions for schools participating in the Rodef Shalom program, analyzing data, and assessing promising areas for… Show more Researching for the new PCJCR, theory on peace & conflict resolution relevant to education, significant Jewish sources and principles for schools integrating conflict resolution, Jewish values, and neuroscientific understanding of resilience and well-being, and current practices in Jewish educational settings. Work with U.S. Director of the PCJCR in developing a protocol of questions for schools participating in the Rodef Shalom program, analyzing data, and assessing promising areas for potential expansion and collaboration. Contribute to the Rodef Shalom curriculum, Rodef Shalom school qualifications, and considered pedagogy and methodology for the program in its international implementation. Write about the Rodef Shalom curriculum and models on which it was based, the Rodef Shalom School designation, and the PCJCR (and all its diverse programs). Show less

Provided transformative leadership and positive direction to a 90-year old Temple, in order to establish it as a new center for Jewish life on Los Angeles’ Eastside. Brought collaborative and organizational leadership skills invigorating all aspects of congregational life, membership, and program as both Rabbi and Director of Education.• Led engaging Shabbat experiences drawing 60-100 attendees per month and established new member and volunteer pipelines, including adult learning… Show more Provided transformative leadership and positive direction to a 90-year old Temple, in order to establish it as a new center for Jewish life on Los Angeles’ Eastside. Brought collaborative and organizational leadership skills invigorating all aspects of congregational life, membership, and program as both Rabbi and Director of Education.• Led engaging Shabbat experiences drawing 60-100 attendees per month and established new member and volunteer pipelines, including adult learning opportunities, drawing dozens of adult students each week.• Grew family membership over 25% in 2 years by expanding school offerings, developing Pre-K through 8th grade curriculum, customizing instructional materials, field trips, holiday experiences, and teen leadership program.• Spearheaded successful grant writing efforts and coordinated school programs, including social justice, musical, and family-learning programs. Leveraged personal connections with national organizations to license high-quality programs at no cost, including rights to pilot a virtual classroom platform to support at-home Hebrew learning. • Acted as part-time Executive Director for Temple, advising committees in multiple areas including fundraising, safety, building and grounds, governance, programming, membership, hiring, PR, and Jewish law and ritual. • Applied technological tools, including online surveys, to gather parent input on curriculum, fees, and calendaring, to create budgets illustrating options for school expansion, and to streamline online registration and payments. Show less

Provided exceptional leadership and at the Federation including designing a groundbreaking research and development effort for community-wide collaboration on an initiative adoped into a national framework within a short time frame.• Successfully bridged divides between competing institutions and inspired scores of stakeholders to become partners in a common cause. Conducted extensive research including over 60 interviews, focus groups, and surveys, to inform possible initiative… Show more Provided exceptional leadership and at the Federation including designing a groundbreaking research and development effort for community-wide collaboration on an initiative adoped into a national framework within a short time frame.• Successfully bridged divides between competing institutions and inspired scores of stakeholders to become partners in a common cause. Conducted extensive research including over 60 interviews, focus groups, and surveys, to inform possible initiative design. Advised formation and guidance of Advisory Committee comprised of leading scholars, lay leaders, and organizational professionals; developed a new map of the local Jewish community and convened a research-sharing gathering that drew over 125 Jewish teen engagement stakeholders.• Additionally responsible for orchestrating a community-wide collaboration across the 3rd largest Jewish community in the world, generating micro-collaborations across Greater Los Angeles and successfully forming a $9M initiative in 9 months, now part of the Jim Joseph Foundation’s national collaboration on teen engagement. Liaised between Foundation and community leaders, funders, national and local partners. Co-authored $6M grant proposal for the new initiative. Led successful effort to secure a $200K Cutting Edge Grant from the Jewish Community Foundation. Show less

Led Jewish Studies faculty in the middle school through prolific curricular development in a year of significant school transition. Taught and counseled 75 7th and 8th grade students and Jewish Studies faculty members within a large, private, Jewish middle school. Integrated Israel curriculum within emerging Jewish Studies curriculum and ensured continuity of learning through Tanakh and Rabbinics spiral curriculum utilizing an Understanding by Design approach. • Built relationships with… Show more Led Jewish Studies faculty in the middle school through prolific curricular development in a year of significant school transition. Taught and counseled 75 7th and 8th grade students and Jewish Studies faculty members within a large, private, Jewish middle school. Integrated Israel curriculum within emerging Jewish Studies curriculum and ensured continuity of learning through Tanakh and Rabbinics spiral curriculum utilizing an Understanding by Design approach. • Built relationships with feeder schools and incorporated findings about various teaching methods to address a range of skills among incoming students. • Created interactive online instructional materials in order to support at-home learning, differentiate instruction, and ensure coherence of practice areas across subject areas within school; piloted use of ActivelyRead® for text study with 7th grade Tanakh classes, coaching developers on work with Hebrew texts. Worked with IT Department to produce impactful digital, interactive, scaffolded project-based curriculum for 8th grade classes in Jewish law. Show less

Taught popular courses in Jewish Liturgy to rabbinical, cantorial, and chaplaincy students with diverse backgrounds; served on Curriculum Committee and participated in WASC process, advised partnership with Claremont School of Theology.

Participated fully in 15-month fellowship program training exemplary educators in North America to become visionary heads of school who exemplify and transmit Jewish values;spent two successive summers in New York City studying school leadership with fellow Jewish Educational Leaders; visited exemplary schools on East and West Coasts; read outstanding research in the field; engaged leading Heads of School in North America as personal mentors; participate in ongoing professional learning… Show more Participated fully in 15-month fellowship program training exemplary educators in North America to become visionary heads of school who exemplify and transmit Jewish values;spent two successive summers in New York City studying school leadership with fellow Jewish Educational Leaders; visited exemplary schools on East and West Coasts; read outstanding research in the field; engaged leading Heads of School in North America as personal mentors; participate in ongoing professional learning community among fellows to stay abreast of current theory, best practices, and research in the field of Jewish educational leadership. Show less

Led established Conservative congregation through an ambitious multi-denominational merger with a Reform temple. Encouraged participation and skill-building among congregants and sustained a strong sense of community through “warm and inspirational” services, study sessions, and personal counselling of members throughout the transition.

Piloted a school for a failing congregation, successfully expanding program from 3 to 6 grade levels, and quadrupling enrollment within 2 years, despite economic downturn at the time. • Devised a 3-year financial and strategic plan consolidating costs and initiating EFT payments to eliminate bad debt and streamline operation, resulting in a $90K annual income and budget increase; arranged pro bono renovations. • Secured $80k in grant funding from Legacy Heritage Innovation… Show more Piloted a school for a failing congregation, successfully expanding program from 3 to 6 grade levels, and quadrupling enrollment within 2 years, despite economic downturn at the time. • Devised a 3-year financial and strategic plan consolidating costs and initiating EFT payments to eliminate bad debt and streamline operation, resulting in a $90K annual income and budget increase; arranged pro bono renovations. • Secured $80k in grant funding from Legacy Heritage Innovation Project for family curriculum ideas developed while editing the book A Day Apart: Shabbat at Home. Built community partnerships and national opportunities while generating profit in successive years for the hosting institution. Show less

Used exceptional strategic recruiting, training, partnership establishment, and program execution to bring a whole region of Hillel “from failing to flourishing” in 1 academic year. Fostered Muslim-Jewish dialogue, helped administrators establish a new Interfaith Committee, and earned award from LGBTQ club for nurturing a safe environment for all. Healed rifts in Jewish student population, empowering emerging student leaders, and re-energizing faculty advisors.