Marriage Symposium 2

In this 10-part compilation you will:

Class schedule:

Class 1: Rabbi Doniel Frank
His Journey, Her Journey: Respecting Religious Differences in Your Marriage

Class 2: Lauren Hofstatter
The Comparison Trap: Reclaiming Your Unique Marriage Story

Class 3: NEW ADDITION: Mikvah with Meaning, Not Pressure — A Panel Conversation & Q&A
Eve Levy
Devora Boroosan
Chana Carlebach

Class 4: Yael Trusch
Navigating Financial Challenges in Marriage

Class 5: Sarah Chana Radcliffe
One Home, Two Styles: Staying Steady When You and Your Spouse Don’t See Eye to Eye

Class 6: Rivka Malka Perlman
Embracing Femininity

Class 7: Rabbi Tzvi Sytner
Worthy of Love: How Self-Esteem Shapes Your Marriage

Class 8: NEW ADDITION: Let’s Talk About Intimacy: A Thoughtful Panel Conversation & Q&A
Sarah Pachter
Diana Melnick

Class 9: Rachel Tuchman
Beyond the Mirror: How Body Respect Strengthens Marital Connection

Class 10: Goldie Plotkin
The 6th Love Language

By Joining Now, You Will Get:

• Access to 10 classes via streaming or download
• Easy online access to class recordings in your own personal membership area

About The Experts:

Rabbi Doniel Frank is a marriage and family therapist and dating coach. His published books include “The Making of a Dynamic Duo: A Couples Guide to Connection”, “How Can I Change, for Heaven’s Sake?”, and “Rav Yaakov Weinberg Talks About Chinuch.”

Lauren Hofstatter I provide Orthodox Jewish therapy and faith-based mental health coaching. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and a Solution Focused approach within a coordinated concierge model of care. I hold a BS and am an LMHC in the State of Florida. I’m also currently pursuing my PhD in Clinical Sexology. Originally from Long Island, I completed my education at Touro College and Nova Southeastern University. Today, I’m based in Boca Raton, Florida, where I offer both in-person and telehealth sessions.

Eve Levy‘s passion is helping Jewish women find their unique light, connect to their Judaism in a way that is meaningful to them, and to help guide women along their spiritual journeys. Eve gets her inspiration from the hundreds of women whom she is privileged to work with. Taking women to Israel to share her love of the land and of the Jewish people is Eve’s favorite work and she has been a city leader on the JWRP trips since 2010. Most recently Eve has created and led powerful woman’s trips called The Poland-Israel Journey which is very dear to her soul, being a granddaughter of 4 Holocaust survivors.

Devora Boroosan is an educator, teacher, counselor, and community leader. Devora is a certified relationship coach and serves as the rebbetzin of Congregation Netzach Yisrael. As a prison clergywoman she provides support and encouragement to female inmates. Devora has developed a curriculum for women that broadens the scope of Taharat Hamishpacha beyond halacha to incorporate the spiritual and emotional elements of strong, lasting marriages. Devora teaches a weekly marriage and intimacy class for peri- and post- menopausal women.

Chana Carlebach is the director of BMC Center in S. Agathe Quebec, Canada with thousands of students world wide. She is a world renowned motivational speaker, certified marriage and intimacy with 33 years experience coaching new brides and couples. Her greatest passion is training Taharas Hamishpacha teachers. She is currently developing a similar curriculum for the men. Chana is a true spiritual leader, mentor, teacher, intimacy coach and international speaker. She is the protagonist in two documentaries “Shekinah One: The Intimate Life of the Jewish Woman”and “Shekinah Two, Women Leading the Way in the New Era.”

Yael Trusch is an MBA, Money Coach, and Host of the award-winning podcast, Jewish Money Matters. Her signature programs G-d Wants You To Be Rich & Jewish Money Makeover have transformed the financial lives of countless Jewish women and couples all over the globe. Her Jewish financial insights have been featured in Real Simple Magazine, Chabad.org, Aish.com and numerous podcasts. A native of San Juan, Puerto Rico, Yael currently resides in Houston, TX with her husband and four children.

Sarah Chana Radcliffe, M. Ed., C. Psych., is a psychologist in private practice in Toronto, Canada and weekly family-life columnist for Family First. She is the author of the HarperCollins Publications “Raise Your Kids without Raising Your Voice” and “The Fear Fix,” as well as seven books on Jewish family life and emotional well-being, including her most recent publications “Make Yourself at Home” and “Harmony at Home.” She is also the author of the e-book “Better Behavior Now!” and the creator of the popular “Daily Parenting Posts” email for parents. She conducts online webinars through Jewish Workshops on parenting, marriage and mental health, speaks locally and internationally on these topics, and counsels parents, couples and individuals.

Rivka Malka Perlman is a Transformation Coach and International Speaker who seeks to authentically celebrate the Divine with every life experience. Rivka Malka is educating and empowering people in ways she never thought possible. Through Transformation coaching, powerful live presentations, life changing retreats and educational videos, Rivka Malka guides people around the world to a joyous place of pure fulfillment.

Rabbi Tzvi Sytner grew up in Los Angeles, CA. He is a Rabbi, motivational speaker and therapist. He currently works at the Village Shul & Aish HaTorah Learning Center in Toronto. He has delivered inspiring lectures worldwide, including South Africa, Australia, U.S., and Canada. He has a popular video blog on Aish.com titled, “Just Breathe”. He received Smicha at the Jerusalem Kollel under Rabbi Yitzchak Berkovits, a B.A. in Liberal Studies, a master’s degree in Education, and a master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy.

Sarah Pachter is an award winning, sought after speaker and author. She has lectured internationally for the past 18 years. She has authored two books: Is it Ever Enough? & Small Choices Big Changes. Her newest book Just Say Yes! is available for preorder now. She has been featured on podcasts, radio, and has multiple standing columns. Sarah Pachter is also the host of Starstruck with Sarah Pachter, a new Aish podcast, and a premier speaker for Torah Anytime. She lives in Los Angeles with her husband and 5 children.

Diana Melnick is a Registered Psychotherapist and Sex Therapist a Masters in Counselling Psychology. She uses Emotionally-Focused Therapy to effectively allow couples to create secure, lasting connections. Specializing in treating women’s sexual pain issues, Diana works closely with pelvic physical therapists to help clients transition to pain-free, pleasurable intimacy. Diana has completed a maternal mental health training program through Postpartum Support International, and has experience supporting new mothers throughout the postpartum period. Diana provides individual counselling and also runs a group courses on premarital and sexual education.

Rachel Tuchman is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with over ten years of experience. She has worked with many diverse populations including incarcerated women at Riker’s Island Correctional Facility, kids and adults with developmental delays, kids with behavior issues, overwhelmed parents looking for skills and support, teens struggling with the pressures of adolescence and life in general, adults going through difficult life circumstances (divorce, infidelity, phase of life challenges), individuals struggling with their relationship with food and their bodies and women experiencing infertility. Rachel is HAES (Health At Every Size) aligned clinician and dedicates a lot of her time out of office to educating parents and kids on the importance of body respect and the behaviors that truly honor our health. Currently, she offers services in her Cedarhurst, NY office for teens adults, and women experiencing infertility, pregnancy loss, and post-hysterectomy. Rachel also does speaking engagements for schools, synagogues, and various community organizations.

Goldie Plotkin, a native New Yorker, is a Rebbetzin and Shlucha (Chabad emissary) in Toronto. Together with her husband, Rabbi Avrohom Plotkin, they run a vibrant and successful synagogue and chabad house. As a highly sought-after motivational speaker and lecturer, Goldie travels the world to motivate, inspire and share the joy of marriage, relationships, parenting and the beauty of our Jewish traditions. Goldie is passionate about Jewish education, leading Torah Tots Preschool for 35 years. She is already educating the second generation of students, with her alumnae returning to Torah Tots with their children, to continue the family tradition. Goldie is enthusiastic about spearheading Tamim Academy in York Region.