Behavioral Health Direct
Frum Jewish therapy and counseling
1501 Sulgrave Ave., Suite 206, Baltimore, MD 21209
A private clinical counseling practice in Baltimore founded by licensed therapist Yisrael Zev Schwartz, specializing in evidence-based therapy for anxiety, OCD, and psychological testing. The practice explicitly serves frum Jewish clients and addresses issues within a Jewish religious and halachic context.
Hours
- Mon–Fri
- 9 AM – 5 PM
- Sat–Sun
- Not listed
Hours as listed on their own website (read 2026-11-08). They can change, especially before Shabbos and Yom Tov; call to confirm.
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Hours: Mon-Fri 9:00AM-5:00PM. Offers both in-person therapy at Baltimore office and teletherapy throughout Maryland. The founder's name (Yisrael Zev) and the practice's explicit focus on frum clients confirms Jewish/Orthodox identity.
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Common questions
Where can we arrange Jewish genetic screening before shidduchim?
Dor Yeshorim runs confidential premarital genetic screening used widely in frum communities, with testing drives at high schools, yeshivos and seminaries. Ask your doctor or a genetic counselor about medical questions, and your rav about any halachic question.
Sources: Dor Yeshorim: Dor Yeshorim: Jewish Genetic Screening · Dor Yeshorim: Process · checked 2026-11-07
Where can frum families find mental health help?
Relief Resources is a nonprofit serving the Jewish community with emotional health referrals to professionals, education and support. In a crisis in the US, call or text 988 (the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) or call 911. This site does not give medical advice.
Sources: Relief Resources: Home page · 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: 988 Lifeline - If you need emotional support, reach out to the national mental health hotline: 988. · checked 2026-11-07
How do I apply for Medicaid or low-cost health insurance?
HealthCare.gov explains Medicaid and CHIP and lets you check whether you qualify; you can also apply through your state's Medicaid agency.
Source: HealthCare.gov: Medicaid & CHIP coverage · checked 2026-11-07
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