About me

My name is Danit Erlich and I have a Ph.D. in Criminology. My doctorate and master dissertation focused on understanding social behaviors among pre-teens and teens. Prior my relocation to the United States, I taught in high schools and college for 9 years. 

I'm a certified Youth and Adult Mental Health First Aid Instructor, Certified Parent coach and Life coach and a parent-teen Mediator. 

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I teach Youth and Adult Mental health first aid classes through several organizations, for school and college staff, faith communities, the general public, and employees in various companies and in nonprofit organizations.

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My coaching work focuses on individual and family wellness: I help individuals and parents overcome personal, parental and cultural obstacles. In my workshops and in one-on-one coaching, I provide emotional support and practical solutions that help people achieve a more fulfilling life for themselves and their family.

Education

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QPR Suicide Prevention Gatekeeper Instructor Certification Program
QPR Institute, 2021

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Basic Mediation Training Certification 

Mediation.com With Dr. Clare Fowler, 2020

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Adult Mental Health First Aid Instructor Certification

National Council of Behavioral Health, 2019

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Youth Mental Health First Aid Instructor Certification

National Council of Behavioral Health, 2018 

 

Certified Professional Life Coach

Life Coach Workshops, 2017

PCI Certified Parent Coach®

Parent Coaching Institute, 2016
 

PhD  in Criminology

Bar-Ilan University, Israel, 2012
 

M.A. in Criminology / Applied Research Track

Magna Cum-Laude,  Bar-Ilan University, Israel, 2003
 

B.A. in Criminology, Sociology and Anthropology

Summa Cum-Laude, Bar-Ilan University, Israel, 2001