Chaya Kohn has always been the person who people approached to “talk about things.”
“Since I was younger, people just chose me as that comforting person who they could share their feelings with,” Chaya said. “I’ve actually met people who have spoken to me and asked, ‘Are you, like, a therapist or social worker?’ It just seemed like a natural fit for my personality and I’ve always been passionate about helping people.”
Chaya earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Brooklyn College and her Master of Social Work (MSW) from Yeshiva University. She is currently a Licensed Social Worker (LSW). Prior to joining the team of counselors at Nutley Family Service Bureau (NFSB), Chaya interned as a crisis counselor.