Serving Montgomery & Prince George’s County (MD); Fairfax, Arlington, Alexandria, & Prince William County (VA); All of Washington, DC
EMOTIONAL SUPPORT
SUPPORT GROUPS
These support groups are free and open to all experiencing infertility in Greater DC.
- You will be asked to sign a confidentiality agreement.
- Registration is requested at least 24 hours in advance.
FERTILITY BUDDIES®
Our Fertility Buddies® program offers “relationship-based support.” Individuals currently experiencing infertility and/or trying to build their family are matched with trained fertility veterans, who understand the pressure, pain, and emotional upheaval caused by infertility and various paths to parenthood, and can offer the much-needed support to those currently on a journey.
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
JFF-Greater DC FERTILITY GRANTS
As a resident of Montgomery or Prince George’s County (MD); Fairfax, Arlington, Alexandria, or Prince William County (VA); or Washington, DC*, you may be eligible to apply for our grants:
- Invitro Fertilization (IVF)
- Intrauterine Insemination (IUI)
Other financial benefits through JFF include:
- Up to 20% off discounts from our partner clinics
- Interest-free loans through the Hebrew Free Loan Association of Greater Washington
- Pharmacy discounts for medications and genetic testing (of embryos) discounts from our partners
*Please note that you must be receiving treatment from one of our partner clinics in order to apply for a grant. See the list of local clinics in MD, VA, and DC below.
COMMUNITY PROGRAMS
JOIN US!
JFF offers community programming to spread awareness of infertility and to bring our amazing community together.
GREATER DC COUNSELORS (for one-on-one counseling)
The Jewish Fertility Foundation shares this list as a resource only. Inclusion does not imply endorsement or guarantee of care. We encourage you to research and choose the therapist who feels right for you. The Jewish Fertility Foundation is not responsible for any services or experiences with providers listed.
- Shatiera Amankrah, LCSW, LICSW, PMH-C – Accepts Virginia- BCBS/Anthem/Carefirst & Aetna, DC, Georgia and Maryland- Aetna
- Julie Bindeman, Psy-D- Out of Network
- Rose Bleiweis, LCSW – Accepts most insurance
- Rachel Brody, LCSW-C – Out of Network, Offers Superbills
- Emily Danon, PsyD – Out of Network, in person in Bethesda, virtual available for all of DMV
- Katherine Hannon, LCPC – Accepts most insurance plans & Out of Network
- Robyn Klein, LCSW, PMHC – accepts most insurance (virtual, licensed in VA only)
- Caryn Malkus, LCMFT- Out of Network
- Rayna D. Markin, PhD Licensed Psychologist – Out of Network, [email protected] – PSYPACT Certified
- Jordana Ravick – Out of Network
- Emily Rosen, M.D. – Out of Network & Superbills, can prescribe medication (licensed in DC, VA)
- Danielle Rothman, Psy-D- Out of Network
- Ali Weisbrot, LICSW, LCSW, LCSW-C – Virtual in DC, MD, VA – In-Person in Mt. Pleasant, DC – Out of Network, can help with superbill reimbursement
DC SUPPORT ORGANIZATIONS
The providers and organizations shared below are for informational purposes only. We do not vet or endorse any providers and encourage independent research.
- Rada Drapatskaya RDH, LAc., M.Ac. – Fertility acupuncturist and nutrition specialist (located in Columbia, MD)
- Jessica Miksa, L.Ac – Offers acupuncture-based fertility support (located in Frederick, MD)
- Diana Rodriguez, RN, BSN – Offers in-home and virtual fertility injection support for patients undergoing fertility treatment. Our goal is to provide compassionate, professional care in the comfort of your home or wherever you are. Does not accept insurance, but patients can typically file a claim with their FSA/HSA provider and receive reimbursement.
- Nikki Richman L.Ac, M.Ac – Metsuyan Wellness – Specializes in acupuncture related to fertility and pregnancy and uses a holistic approach that includes nutrition and mental health support. Located in North Bethesda.
- Stephanie Weinberg, IBCLC – MoCo Lactation – Offers lactation support both at home and virtually (prenatal and postpartum)
GREATER DC CLINICS
GREATER DC TEAM
Rebecca was born and raised in Queens, New York. She moved to Montreal, Canada to attend McGill University for her undergraduate degree, which she earned in 2009. In 2013 she earned a Master’s in Biomedical Ethics, also at McGill University, focusing on decision making in fertility treatment. Since then, Rebecca has spent much of her professional life and significant volunteer time working in the Jewish non-profit sector. She has worked in synagogues, school organizations, camps and retreat centers, handling programming, logistics, client relations and internal operations.
In 2018, Rebecca moved to Atlanta with her family, which now includes her husband, two sons and one daughter. Rebecca is inspired by the JFF mission and is excited to raise awareness about infertility through education and community initiatives. Rebecca believes that no person should go through infertility alone and is looking forward to providing resources and support to those going through infertility in the Greater DC area.
Meet the JFF- Greater DC Volunteers

Why JFF?
Jessica and her family are committed to supporting the Jewish community. She believes assisting with the creation and growth of Jewish families helps foster a stronger, more vibrant, sustainable Jewish community for today and the future.

Why JFF?
Amy has always been interested in how our community can respond and support people in various ways. During the decade she spent building her own family she thought about others facing fertility challenges and wanted to make a difference as so many people who are trying to build their families feel very marginalized. JFF is a transformative organization that can help people feel accepted, taken in, and cared for while they are experiencing this life crisis. And we can connect people to Judaism, hopefully creating a lifelong connection.
Jennifer dedicates her time to many organizations, including the Jewish Social Service Agency (JSSA) where she provides dental treatment to Holocaust survivors. She enjoys traveling overseas to volunteer with Kids International Dental Services (KIDS) to provide for children who do not have access to dental care. When she is not treating patients or volunteering, Jennifer enjoys exercising and spending time in Bethesda, Maryland with her husband, two children, and their rescue pup Rosie.
WHY JFF?
Volunteering with the Jewish Fertility Foundation (JFF) allows Jennifer to help provide local families with the gift of education, financial support, and emotional guidance.

Since 2016, Jamie has been using her art to help bring calm and happiness to others who have gone through or are still going through their infertility journeys. As well as those who just want something fun and reflective of their styles in their homes through private commissions.
Jamie lives with her husband, her twin boys, and their labradoodle named Gem in their very noisy house in Bethesda, Maryland.

Why JFF?
The road to parenthood was not a straightforward one for Sharon and her husband. At the
time, there were no resources for Jewish adults facing infertility and it was a very isolating time.
The work that JFF does to support and embrace those struggling to create their families is so valuable, Sharon was eager to get involved as soon as JFF came to DC.