Speaker Profile Rabbi Dr. Ari Sytner

Rabbi Dr. Ari Sytner is a licensed clinical social worker with a private practice working exclusively with couples. He is also a rabbi and graduate professor of social work at Yeshiva University’s Wurzweiler School of Social Work. He is a proud kidney donor and the author of The Kidney Donor’s Journey, as well as the recently published book, The Ultimate Relationship Workbook for Couples. He holds a Masters in education, a PhD in social work, is a certified Gottman Couples Therapist, and holds advanced training in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy. Dr. Sytner has often delivered crisis intervention in the wake of mass tragedies, and lectures extensively about relationships, trauma, family, and kindness. He lives in NJ with his wife of 25 years and their 4 amazing children.