Dr Hugo Simkin
CBT Psychotherapist
“Associate Professor, University of Buenos Aires. Visiting Scholar, Tel Aviv University. Twelve years of experience with ex-pats as a clinical psychologist and professor in Israel, Argentina, and Germany. Over 50 papers authored. Expert in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.”
About Me
I guide ex-pats through the complexities of new cultures and life transitions. With twelve years as a clinical psychologist and professor across several countries, I deeply understand the unique pressures of living abroad. I integrate Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. We can explore thought patterns and align with your values. My rigorous, yet grounded, approach offers effective strategies for building resilience and stability, wherever you are.
Approach
Therapy here balances precise conceptual framing with down-to-earth, hands-on practice so you can test new habits between meetings. Sessions in Jerusalem or online, in English or Spanish, are focused, paced to your needs, and often include short mindfulness exercises, behaviour experiments and brief reflections to carry into daily life. I track changes with simple measures and use values-based commitments to anchor steps when anxiety or relocation pressures feel overwhelming. This way suits adults facing moves, career shifts or relationship strain who want clear, practical progress.
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Basic Information
Jerusalem, Israel
Services
Clinical psychologist with a cognitive-behavioral orientation, specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I work with adults experiencing anxiety, stress, emotional difficulties, decision-making challenges, and distress related to life transitions and adjustment processes. My practice is grounded in evidence-based interventions, focusing on identifying maladaptive thought and behavior patterns, enhancing psychological flexibility, and supporting clients in building a meaningful life aligned with their personal values.
Services Offered:
- •ACT (Acceptance & Commitment Therapy)
- •Mindfulness
- •Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
- •Psych & Diagnostic Assessment
- •Psychotherapy
- •CBT
Works With:
- •Adults
- •Elderly
- •Individuals
Area of Expertise
Scope of Practice:
- •Life Transitions
- •Anxiety
- •Mood Disorder
- •Relocation / Expat
- •Family Issues
- •Personal Development
- •Online Therapy
- •PTSD
- •Relationship Issues
- •Spiritual or Faith-Based Counseling
Professional Title:
- •CBT Psychotherapist
Qualifications
Universidad Nacional de La Plata
Autonomous University of Madrid, Spain
University of Buenos Aires
University of Buenos Aires
Registrations
Interamerican Society of Psychology
Member
Service Area
Jerusalem
Ma'ale Mijmash
Jerusalem, Israel
Israel
