Academic Background
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling
Southern New Hampshire University | 2023 - 2026
Professional Diploma in Modern Applied Psychology (DiMAP)
Academy of Modern Applied Psychology | 2022 - 2023
Certifications & Training
Certified Personal Medicine Coach (CPMC)
Pat Deegan PhD & Associates | 2023
Provisional Peer Support Specialist (NYCPS-P)
Supervision of Peer Supporters
New York Peer Specialist Certification Board
Motivational Interviewing & Advanced MI
Udemy | 2023
Recovery and Burnout Prevention in the Behavioral Health Workforce
Conflict Resolution Skills
NYC Dept. of Health & Mental Hygiene | Valid until 2030
Public Speaking and Communication
LinkedIn Learning | 2023
Peer Bridger
Baltic Street Wellness Solutions | Feb 2025 – Present
Completing 90-day onboarding with AWARDS software training.
Supporting client transitions from hospital settings to community care.
Peer Specialist and CPMC
Ohel Children's Home and Family Services | May 2023 – Aug 2024
Provided trauma-informed peer support and emotional guidance.
Facilitated person-centered recovery planning and coaching.
Crisis Respite Intern
Staten Island Crisis Respite Center | Apr 2023 – May 2023
Delivered peer support during mental health crises.
Collaborated with clinical teams on recovery-focused care plans.
Volunteer Peer Specialist & CPMC
St. Joseph's Medical Center | 2023 – Present
Supporting guests in a respite environment with peer services and personal medicine techniques.
Zehavi’s approach blends professional training with his own lived experience, making him uniquely equipped to offer empathy, practical strategies, and evidence-based tools. Clients choose Zehavi for his:
Experience across multiple mental health organizations including OHEL Children’s Home and Family Services, Staten Island Crisis Respite Center, and Northwell Health.
Specialization in Personal Medicine Coaching, helping individuals create their own self-care strategies for daily life.
Expertise in addiction counseling, crisis intervention, and conflict resolution.
Calm, understanding, and non-judgmental presence that builds trust quickly.
Zehavi welcomes direct client inquiries for both short-term and long-term support programs. He offers in-person sessions within New York City and remote sessions for clients across the United States.