Hi, I'm Ester Buchnik, .
Your Marriage and Family Therapist.
Expert Care, Personalized Therapy – Led by Your Trusted Therapist and Practice Owner.
I’m a Marriage & Family Therapist Associate and the founder of Neshama soul therapy, a private practice in Hollywood, Florida, specializing in couples therapy and relational trauma (divorce, infidelity, sexless relationships). With a deep passion for helping couples navigate challenges, I focus on providing effective, compassionate support to modern-day couples who are committed to strengthening their marriage with Gottman Method Interventions, EMDR, Hypnotherapy, and DBT.
Over the years, I’ve dedicated thousands of hours to helping couples transform their relationships. Through this experience, I developed the Mindful Dating for Marriage Counseling Program and Online Podcasts designed specifically for those navigating the aftermath of trauma to be mindful in their journey and get into a healthy relationship. These resources are built to lean about yourself, heal yourself, be mindful with dating intentions and learn how to navigate the healing journey to create lasting change.
Here’s What Can Make a Difference:
I do this because healthy relationships are the foundation for true happiness
Whether you're healing from infidelity, improving communication, or reigniting desire, a structured approach is essential. Simply venting or talking in circles won’t create lasting change. A clear, step-by-step plan is what you need to truly move forward.
You Need a Plan!
Effective Tools for Real Results
My program is an intensive healing program built on proven, research-backed tools designed to get you the results you’re looking for. You’ll not only learn these techniques but also practice them in each session, ensuring you stay on track and make real progress toward your goals, faster and more effectively.
Credentials
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist Associate (MFTRI) in the state of Florida, trained with Gottman Method Institute, CE for Emdr, Pesi DBT trained, and Hypnotherpay trained to provide tools for healing, incorporating healthy boundaries, regaining control, learning to have healthier secure connections,and improving self esteem.
I practice EMDR, DBT,SFT, and Hypnotherpay to help clients heal from sexual Trauma, Incest, Molestation, and Physical violence heal. Having been trained to practice Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, My ability to help you learn how to emotionally self-regulate, redirect difficult feelings surrounding triggers or trauma, and teach you mindfulness skills will allow you to have a sense of peace and restore balance in your life. My Professional credentials are recognized by the Florida Department of Health.
Loved every moment
The Serious Stuff
As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I have received comprehensive training in couples therapy, but my commitment to professional growth doesn’t stop there. I am dedicated to continuously advancing my education and staying informed about the latest, evidence-based methods for working with relationships and marriages.
I've had the privilege of learning from some of the most respected experts in the field, including National University, Las Angelos, M.A. Marriage & Family Therapy, Hunter College, New York, NY, BA, Psychology & Sociology, Gottman Method Therapy Institute, Completed Level 1 & 2 Training, EMDR Trauma Treatment, (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy,and Hypnotherapy . This ongoing education ensures that when we work together, I bring you the most up-to-date research and effective tools to help your relationship thrive.
Educating
Sharing is caring
My most recent and impactful project is, Neshama Dating for Success, a mindful dating coaching program designed specifically for singles navigating toxic relationship patterns, and ineffective communication, and overlooking red flags.
Drawing from hours spent helping couples heal and rebuild after betrayal, I developed this step-by-step program to guide singles from domestic violence backgrounds, anxious attachment styles, and individuals that land in unhealthy relationships over and over again.
The program is structured in five therapeutic sessions pre-recorded to help singles restore trust and love, learn to be mindful, creating healthy boundaries, ultimately leading to a stronger, healthier relationship that are mindful, spiritual, and heading towards commitment.
Podcasting
As part of my mission to reach and support as many couples as possible, I host the popular podcast.
The goal of the podcast is to provide couples with practical insights and actionable advice for strengthening their relationships. Each episode dives into a specific relationship topic, offering listeners valuable tips, strategies, and ideas they can apply to their own lives.
Speaking +
Media
I'm deeply passionate about sharing practical tips and insights with as many couples as possible. This passion fuels my work through public speaking on my youtube pod on Neshama Soul Therapy, aimed at reaching and supporting individuals and couples on their journey to not only heal but thrive.
Testimonials
- Denisse G.
“Your Program has given us a Lifeline”
My partner and I have been fortunate to work with Ester and I can't express how grateful we are for her expertise and support.Ester is truly a solution-oriented therapist who excels in providing actionable solutions to the challenges you are facing. From the very beginning, she created a safe and open environment where we felt comfortable discussing our concerns. She has a remarkable ability to help you pinpoint the root cause of any problem and guide you towards effective solutions. Her empathy and compassion has been a source of comfort and encouragement throughout our journey.Thanks to Ester, we've made significant progress in our relationship, and we owe much of that growth to her guidance and expertise!
- Antione F.
Be Hopeful
“ Ms. Buchnik was a blessing to me when I was at my lowest in life. She helped me get back to some sort of normalcy after dealing with a big change in my life. For that, I am grateful.”
- Alexandra U
"Thank you, from the depths of both our hearts."
Best knowledge and expertise and truly the best professional. Unmatched professionalism
LET’S GET STARTED
I’d like to make sure we’re a good fit, so it’s important for me to understand your story. I want to learn about what you need right now to heal your relationship, and how I can best support you in getting there.