Stuart Katz

Stuart, originally from Panama and now residing in Israel, is a multifaceted leader in mental health education and crisis intervention. He co-founded the Nafshenu Alenu mental health initiative in 2022 and serves on several prestigious boards, including McLean Hospital, affiliated with Harvard Medical School, and the Religious Conference Management Association. Stuart holds key leadership roles in multiple Israeli mental health organizations, such as OGEN and Mental Health First Aid Israel, and is a partner in "Deconstructing Stigma" in Israel.

Stuart has provided crucial counseling to over 7,000 individuals and families across the globe, from the United States to the Middle East and Africa. His work extends to various international peer support networks, with a particular focus on Africa. In the United States, he is also an instructor for both Standard and Youth Mental Health First Aid programs.

An avid traveler, Stuart has explored over 100 countries on six continents and is considered a pioneer in the field of travel therapy.