Yair has been working with Ira for a year and a half from age 9. When he started, he had been in the wrong framework at school for over 2 years and even though he was due to move to a more appropriate school, his confidence was shattered and he was finding life very difficult. Yair didn’t make it easy for Ira! And I was so used to the negative response from school staff that I was surprised when Ira simply took this challenging behaviour in his stride and gently made it clear to Yair that it was unacceptable. By holding Yair to a higher standard, and by showing him patience and acceptance, Ira was able to gain his trust so that they could begin working on techniques to make life more smooth for Yair and more pleasant for all the family. Ira is creative in the methods he uses to engage Yair, but underlying the fun there is the very clear rule that there is work to be done, and so Yair understood that even though it can be hard for him, going to Ira is the place to share his feelings. A year and a half later, Yair shares a very special relationship with Ira and we are really happy with the progress he is making.

Ira’s support has been invaluable for my 10-year-old son, who struggled with behavioral issues at school. Through a blend of CBT and engaging play techniques, Ira helped him develop new strategies for handling challenges with confidence. What sets Ira apart is his ability to connect deeply with children; my son felt understood and supported from day one. Ira’s approachability and kindness made him not just a therapist, but a trusted friend. Thanks to Ira’s dedication, my son has made significant progress in managing his emotions and behaviors. I highly recommend Ira to any family seeking compassionate and effective therapy for their child.

We can only sing the highest praises for Ira Grotsky. His professional skills can only be matched by his huge heart and smile. He has improved our son’s confidence in his social interactions by exploring, with him, relationships and nuanced social cues. He has become a friend and a part of our family.

Ira helped our 14-year-old son—already a wonderful kid—navigate and overcome the anxiety that was holding him back. With Ira’s guidance, he learned how to recognize when he’s safe and push through nervous feelings. Today, he confidently says, ‘When I get nervous but know I’m safe, I just push through it and see there isn’t much to be nervous about.’ We’re so grateful for the tools and confidence Ira helped him build.

Ira is a trusted and valued support for our family. He helps our son successfully think through different problems by teaching real strategies that can be applied to many situations. He skillfully mediates conflicts within the family and allows everyone to feel heard and seen, approaching conflict resolution in a manner that leaves us all feeling empowered and accepting of the outcome.

We know Yitzchak (Ira) for almost twenty years. He has been our therapist for two of our sons. Yitzchak has an amazing report with kids, even if they don't want to be there! We find him very goal-oriented, warm, and very respectful both of the client's needs an the parents' needs. We've recommended him to many and everyone is very impressed and pleased with his work.

My son, Yisrael, worked with Dr. Grotsky from December 2024 through June 2025. We initially sought out Dr. Grotsky’s help to support Yisrael with impulsivity, building self-confidence, and feeling more secure in himself.
Dr. Grotsky used a combination of goal-setting and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques in their sessions. Over time, I saw meaningful progress—Yisrael began to use his words more effectively, express himself with greater clarity, and apply the practical tools he learned in therapy to real-life situations.
Through stories and examples that Yisrael brought up from his daily life, Dr. Grotsky helped him reflect, process, and develop healthier ways of thinking and responding. I am deeply grateful for the positive impact this work has had on my son, and I highly recommend Dr. Grotsky to any parent seeking thoughtful, effective, and compassionate care for their child.