About Rabbi Yael Levy

Rabbi Yael Levy’s approach to Mindfulness is deeply rooted in Jewish tradition. It grows out of her deep personal commitment to spiritual practice and a passionate belief in its potential to change not only individuals but the world.

Rabbi Levy is beginning her 18th year at Mishkan Shalom congregation, developing the A Way In program over the past three years. She has taught classes in Mindfulness, created contemplative services, and led all-day and overnight Shabbat programs and weekly meditation “sits.”

A graduate of the Reconstructionist Rabbinical College, Rabbi Yael has co-led retreats in Alaska for Jewish professionals through the Institute for Jewish Spirituality as well as Omer retreats in New Mexico. She is a spiritual director to rabbinical students and members of the congregation.