A Trusted Referral Resource for Hillel Communities
How We Support Jewish Students in Therapy
We often work with students who come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, uncertain, or stuck. In session, we support clients as they:
- Navigate anxiety, stress, and perfectionism related to academics and performance
- Explore questions of identity, belonging, and Jewish life on campus
- Work through relationship challenges with peers, partners, or family
- Manage life transitions, including moving away from home or preparing for post-college life
- Process trauma or difficult past experiences that surface during college years
Where Cultural Understanding Is Built In
We understand how cultural context, community, and values shape mental health. Many clients appreciate not having to explain or translate aspects of Jewish life, it’s simply understood.
For students who prefer it, we also offer therapy in Hebrew, which can feel grounding and familiar, particularly for Israeli or Hebrew-speaking students or those for whom Hebrew is deeply tied to identity and emotional expression.
We serve as a reliable, professional referral option for Hillel staff, rabbis, and student leaders who want to connect students with culturally attuned, evidence-based care.
Meet the Clinicians
Evelyn Solomon, LCSW
Allison Falzone, LMSW
Allison Falzone, LMSW
Meet Evelyn, Founder and Clinical Director at E Wellness. Evelyn works with clients who are navigating trauma, major life transitions, identity questions, and relationship challenges. Her clinical approach is grounded in evidence-based modalities including TF-CBT, EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, mindfulness, and Psychological First Aid.
In sessions, Evelyn often helps clients slow down, build emotional awareness, and develop tools to cope with stressors, especially during times of heightened challenges, such as college transitions.
Evelyn practices therapy in English and Hebrew, allowing clients to work in the language that feels most natural and emotionally accessible.
Allison Falzone, LMSW
Allison Falzone, LMSW
Allison Falzone, LMSW
Meet Allison, Partner at E Wellness. Allison brings a warm, collaborative, and practical approach to therapy. .
She frequently works with students and young adults on: Anxiety, OCD, and perfectionism; Self-esteem and identity development; Relationship dynamics and communication; The transition from college to career
Before becoming a therapist, Allison worked in Human Resources across finance and technology, including roles at Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley. That experience informs much of her work, especially with clients who feel pressure to “have it all figured out” professionally.
Workshops & Presentations for Hillel Students
How We Support Jewish Students in Therapy
In addition to individual therapy, we offer workshops and presentations for Hillel communities on topics that consistently come up in our clinical work. These may include:
- Mental health and wellness through a Jewish lens
- Managing stress, anxiety, and academic pressure
- Identity exploration and belonging on campus
- Healthy relationships and communication
- Navigating transitions: freshman year, study abroad, graduation
- Processing group for traumatic experiences
We approach these conversations with warmth, curiosity, and respect for the diversity of Jewish experiences, reflecting Hillel’s commitment to pluralism and inclusivity.
Career Coaching
Support for Life After College
We also offer workshops and individual coaching for Hillel communities focused on career development. This can help support students as they navigate internships, the job search, and the transition from college into professional life. Topics may include:
- Clarify career direction and next steps
- Navigate internships, job searches, resumes, and networking
- Prepare for interviews and professional conversations
- Learn how to manage themselves at work: managing meetings, presenting, prioritizing, organizing, and setting boundaries
- Advocate for themselves with confidence and clarity
- Build professional confidence and reduce imposter syndrome
This work can be integrated into therapy or offered as a standalone service, providing both emotional support and practical guidance during a pivotal stage of development.