Director

Yehoshua is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over a decade of experience in mental-health advocacy and clinical care. Drawing on the breadth of these experiences, he founded Beacon of Life to address a gap faced by individuals who are not seeing progress in their mental-health journey. Yehoshua also serves as an outpatient psychiatric provider at Premium Health in Brooklyn, NY. Previously, he worked at Relief Resources as a referral specialist and crisis-line responder, helping more than 5,000 people connect with appropriate mental-health professionals.

Clinical Director

Chani is a practicing psychotherapist who draws on a range of therapeutic approaches to help individuals and families work through complex challenges. She brings a grounded belief in possibility, resilience, and the value of exploring every avenue of support. Chani is deeply attuned to the strengths each person brings and is committed to helping clients. Her experience spans work with numerous organizations and community settings, giving her a broad and practical understanding of the systems that shape people’s lives.

Hospital Support

Shoshanna has extensive experience supporting and accompanying patients through hospitalizations,and psychiatric treatment. With warmth and empathy, she  provides familial support and assists in making decisions to best accommodate both the patient and their family.

Client Coordinator

As an LMSW graduate of the Wurzweiler School of Social Work, Aviva Ziegler brings a compassionate, person-centered approach to her work. She strives to ensure that every person feels seen, respected, and supported. Aviva is dedicated to offering reliable, heartfelt support during life’s challenges.