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Havat Marpe (Healing Space Rishpon) is a groundbreaking response to the mental and emotional trauma inflicted on Israel by the October 7th tragedy and subsequent war. Founded in the immediate aftermath of the massacre, Healing Space recognizes both the ongoing nature of the trauma and its ripple effect throughout Israeli society. Utilizing a holistic approach, Healing Space works to repair the body-mind connection ruptured by trauma, and to build resilience.
Havat Marpe’s professional team works with numerous communities, exposing them to various treatment modalities, all at a beautiful outdoor site. From its inception for survivors of the Re’im festivals, Healing Space has grown to encompass bereaved families, survivors’ parents, young adults displaced from the Gaza Envelope, medical teams, IDF special forces coping with traumatic loss, soldiers rotating out of Gaza and those readjusting to civilian life.
Reestablishing choice, responsibility and ownership over the healing process "On October 7th, my body was preserved. At Healing Space, I recovered my soul." - Nova festival survivor
An anchor for the healing process, helping recreate a sense of belonging "I felt compassion and inclusivity--that I'm not alone, that we are all in this together." - IDF soldier
Combining a variety of methods and therapies to address the range of human experience "I was unable to talk about my experience and was very tense, but after a few sessions, I was able to relax and let some words out." - Nova festival survivor
All of our therapists hold degrees from recognized institutes and are experienced in the field of trauma. “We just returned from fighting in Gaza and are going back tomorrow. The break we had at Healing Space allowed us to process our experience a little before we remobilize.” - IDF special forces soldier
All interventions are evidence-based. “It allowed me to let go of the huge burden I was carrying, even just for a day.” - Police officer
Promoting healing and ongoing renewal through the site’s natural beauty "The magical spot, the peaceful sounds, and the therapist helped me release tension and reconnect to my body." - Survivor's mother
Day-to-day activities at Healing Space’s natural setting combine structured and unstructured programs, offering a variety of activities and workshops geared towards grounding, self-regulation, and resilience while enabling an open and dynamic environment that fosters connections and community.
Healing Space Rishpon’s rehabilitative programs include Music and Composition in cooperation with the Rimon School of Music, Vocational Rehabilitation such as candle-making and pottery, writing courses, and a various workshops providing a gentle yet productive pathway back into society.
In a structured environment tailored to their specific needs, police officers and IDF soldiers participate in sessions that assist them in processing their experience, reintegrating into civilian life, and strengthening their resilience.
Bereaved families take part in structured programming and workshops that address their needs.
Havat Marpe hosts regular, unstructured open-door days for survivors and young adults to mingle and build community through therapy.
CEO Havat Marpe by Patrizio Paoletti Israel
Clinical Director
CEO Patrizio Paoletti Israel
Human Resources Director
Treatment Director
External Relations Director
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