Board Of Directors
Rabbi Zischa Ausch
Rabbi Zischa Ausch is the Dayan of Chayim Aruchim together with the other Rabbonim of Chayim Aruchim to address global inquiries on end-of-life guidance according to Halacha. He acquired knowledge and guidance from his Father HaRav Herschel Ausch, the Rav of Chayim Aruchim, incorporating extensive medical expertise into complex halachic matters related to medical issues, especially those concerning end-of-life scenarios. Rabbi Zischa Ausch serves as the Dayan for the Satmer institutions to advise on all shailos which are medical related, he is the Dayan at the Vulcan Shul in Williamsburg where many seek his expert advise in all aspects of halacha and is the Rabbinical advisor for the well-known Sunshine Children’s Home and Refuah help line. Widely recognized in the Jewish community, including clinicians, Rabbi Zisha Ausch is also the author of Moznei Halacha a masterpiece sefer in contemporary complex issues in the realm of halacha.
Rabbi Yisroel
Rabbi Yisroel Grossberg is a nationally-recognized leader in supporting Jewish women, teens, and their families navigate complex emotional and mental health challenges, within the framework of a Torah lifestyle. He is the Menahel of Ateres Naava seminary and serves a Rabbinic advisor for Amudim . Rabbi Grossberg brings his decades-long career in chinuch and understanding of those struggling to Chazkeinu, where he has served as Rabbinic Advisor since 2016. Through his leadership and personal guidance he is a beloved spiritual mentor to allChazkeinu members.
Moishe Chanin
Moishe Chanin brings deep compassion, leadership, and personal commitment to supporting families affected by addiction. With years of experience in community outreach and mentoring, he has become a trusted voice for emotional healing and resilience. Drawing from his own journey of growth and empathy, Moishe is passionate about empowering spouses and families to find strength, hope, and connection through shared support.
Beyond his work with the nonprofit, Moishe is a devoted community advocate focused on education, recovery, and faith-based initiatives that foster lasting transformation. His calm presence, practical wisdom, and belief in the power of community make him a valuable addition to the board’s mission of helping others rebuild their lives with dignity and compassion.
Yaffa Palti
Yaffa Palti is a sought after and beloved Torah educator, international speaker, mindset coach, and the heart behind the Truth or Dare movement—a transformational approach to emotional and spiritual wholeness rooted in Jewish wisdom. She is the author of the upcoming book Truth or Dare, and host of the soul-centered podcast Transcend with Yaffa, where timeless Torah meets real life.
From Brooklyn to Israel to Mexico City to San Diego and now Miami, Yaffa has taught, led, and inspired communities around the world for over two decades. Her signature blend of depth, humor, and radiant energy has earned her the nickname “The Instagram Rebbetzin,” and she is known for turning ordinary moments into deep, joyful connection.
Yaffa teaches on a wide range of topics—from personal growth, marriage, and emotional healing to parenting, shidduchim, and feminine leadership—all grounded in Torah and delivered with warmth, wit, and wisdom. She is also a longtime kallah teacher, mentor to future kallah educators, trained relationships and mindset coach, and certified addiction and substance abuse professional.
Whether through retreats, challah bakes, viral videos, or powerful one-on-one coaching, Yaffa’s mission is clear: to help Jewish women live intentionally, rise with purpose, and return to their whole, holy selves.
Gara Steinfeld
LMHC, LPC, CSAT, EMDR Certified , SEP in training
Gara Steinfeld, LMHC, LPC, CSAT, EMDR Certified, is a Columbia University–trained licensed therapist and the founder of Real Healing Counseling, a group therapy practice specializing in complex trauma and process addictions. Passionate about helping clients resolve trauma and transform their lives and relationships, Gara integrates relational and experiential therapies, including psychodrama, somatic experiencing, EMDR, inner child work and reparenting. She feels deeply blessed to do this work and to witness both the authenticity of her clients and the profound transformations they experience.