About me

Lotem Bargig Chemaya

Clinical Social Worker, MSW, LCSWPsychodynamic-integrative psychotherapistCertified in Prolonged Exposure (PE) therapy for PTSD

I offer psychotherapy at my private practicefor young people and adults of all ages (18+),in Lehavim and online via Zoom.

A woman, wife, mother, and a former expat.

Throughout my professional journey, I have gained extensive experience working with a diverse range of clients in public services and healthcare settings in Israel and abroad. I have had the privilege of helping people navigate challenges and life crises, offering a guiding light in difficult times. These experiences have strengthened my belief in the power of human connection to ease emotional pain, help heal wounds, and make room for reflection, processing, growth and development.

For me, psychotherapy is an opportunity to pause, listen to ourselves, acknowledge what needs attention, and gradually move towards a life with greater freedom, connection and meaning. I see recognising emotional difficulties and seeking help as expressions of courage and inner strength — meaningful steps towards a fuller and more satisfying life.

Education and training

Training in psychodynamic psychotherapyThe Psychoanalytic Society in the South
Training and certification in Prolonged Exposure (PE) therapy for PTSDThe Israeli Center for Training in Prolonged Exposure Therapy
M.A. in Social Work, clinical track (with honours)Bar-Ilan University
B.A. in Psychology and ManagementBen-Gurion University of the Negev

Professional licences

Israeli Social Workers Register | No. 38434Ministry of Labor, Welfare and Social Services
LCSW | Licensed Clinical Social Worker #132378Board of Behavioral Sciences, CA, USA

Professional experience

AMCHA | Beer Sheva and Ofakim branchesIntegrative psychodynamic psychotherapy for people with mental health difficulties and those affected by the Swords of Iron war, recognised by the National Insurance Institute and the Ministry of Defense’s Families Department
Sheva PlusIntegrative psychotherapy for people affected by the wider impact of the October 7 trauma and the Swords of Iron war
Palliative Care Department, Ridley Tree | Santa Barbara, CAGoal-oriented integrative psychodynamic psychotherapy for people diagnosed with chronic and terminal illnesses and their families
Assisted Home Health & Hospice | Santa Barbara, CATherapeutic intervention and emotional support for people at the end of life and their families
Kiryat Adam | LodPsychotherapy for children and their parents as part of supervised practical training
Otzma Center | Social Services Department, Beer ShevaAdult psychotherapy and therapeutic group facilitation as part of supervised practical training
Oncology and Nephrology Departments | Soroka Medical Center, Beer ShevaPsychotherapy for people with chronic illnesses and cancer and their families as part of supervised practical training

Get in touch

For a brief introductory conversation, questions or an appointment — at the private practice in Lehavim or online.

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