Wind Chimes is a unique center for psychotherapeutic treatment of at-risk children, youth, and women, alongside the presence of animals, who are coping with their own traumatic life stories, and also serves as an animal rehabilitation center. Wind Chimes stands out as a therapeutic center based on the mutual approach in human-animal relationships and the ethical stance of the therapist, who views animals as voluntary partners in the therapeutic process and recognizes them as subjects with their own needs, desires, and challenges. It also leads an animal sanctuary aiming for rehabilitation processes in cognitive, physiological, emotional, and behavioral layers. Wind Chimes (2016) was founded by Dr. Noam Rudich, whose life was driven by the desire to help both animals and humans, ultimately establishing a non-profit organization that cares for both people and animals, leveraging their special bond and shared experiences.

The Missions of Wind Chimes NGO

To provide treatment for at-risk children and youth in the presence of animals who have similar backgrounds, through honest relationships free from exploitation.

To provide treatment for youth and women coping with PTSD in the presence of animals who are also dealing with trauma, through honest relationships free from objectification and exploitation for the benefit of another.

To lead a unique animal sanctuary that provides a permanent, loving home for animals rescued from neglect, abuse, and more, through the creation of regulated pack lives, restoring control over their lives, preventing post-traumatic triggers, and striving to expand their emotional and behavioral range.

To promote the mutual approach in the professional field of trauma treatment through collaborations and a training center for therapists.

To raise public awareness about the benefits of the mutual approach as an effective therapeutic method through research and consulting.

Our Therapeutic Team

The therapists at Wind Chimes are licensed therapists and psychotherapists with a Master’s degree in Social Work, as well as therapists specializing in AAP.
The team members treat both humans and animals. They also work within the framework of individual and group therapy with children and adults.

Dr. Noam Rudich

I founded the Wind Chimes Association out of a deep desire to connect the stories of animals and humans, thereby offering both sides the opportunity for a healing bond. I believe that a positive connection, one that preserves the integrity of all partners in the space — both the animals and the patients — is a relationship that honors their unique personalities, stories, character, and individual place. Such a relationship allows for personal development and mutual growth.

Rotem Gruver

I practice art therapy, combining work with animals and focusing on a psycho-dynamic approach. In my view, therapy provides a safe and enabling environment where an individual can feel free to express themselves. Through artistic creation, in collaboration with animals, we open a space to explore, experience, and build meaningful and healing connections.

Noga Levin

I spent most of my therapeutic career working with horses, initially as a therapeutic riding instructor and later with a dialogical approach that emphasizes the mutuality of the relationship with horses and animals in general. I am the partner of Amit and mother of Arbel, as well as Trio the dog, and Rajah, George, Oreo and Peti-Ber the cats.

Gali Naim

I believe in the power of animals to help create an accepting and non-judgmental space, which can help anyone feel valued. If given the opportunity, the presence of the animal in therapy, its nature, and its life story can become an important part of our journey to self-discovery. If we are also able to assist the animal, we can grow and thrive together throughout our shared journey.

Hadar Rosen

I feel deeply connected to animals in my soul. I am always amazed by the unique bond between humans and animals in the therapy room, and by the mental quality that develops within the space of their connection.

Maya Eshel

I am a graduate student in Clinical Social Work, and I believe in the quiet healing potential that animals can bring into the therapeutic space. Through their presence, animals can invite people into a gentle relationship with an “other” who has their own needs, boundaries, and distinct ways of communication. I believe that this kind of delicate encounter allows a person to learn the nuances of listening to another, while at the same time becoming more attuned to their own needs, emotions, and inner experience.

Smadar Zilberberg

I believe in the connection between mind and body, and that the body often expresses what cannot be put into words.

Through my own personal life experiences, I have also come to learn the therapeutic power of connecting with animals, where words are not always needed either.

To me, the foundation of therapy is a human connection built within a safe, non-judgmental space.

Reut Azarzar

I am a Movement Therapist who integrates working alongside animals through a mutual approach. I believe that interacting with animals creates a unique space of listening, connection, and presence. When a safe and containing environment is fostered for everyone present, the mind-body connection allows us to deepen our self-awareness, process experiences, and create movement toward change and growth.

Board Members

Michal Galbo'a Ater

Michal lives in Tel Aviv with her partner, Avi, and their two children. For two decades, she has been promoting democratic culture in educational and social aspects within Israeli society. Until 2022, she worked for 16 years at the “Democratic Institute – Society and Education” in various roles, including as the CEO of the organization for 8 years.
Currently, she is active in three main areas:

CEO of the "Yalduta" organization – a social organization promoting early childhood education with a humanistic-democratic perspective
Co-founder of the "Haredi Institute for Democracy"
Partner in the leadership group of the civil movement protesting for the return of the kidnapped children and adults

My encounter with Wind Chimes touches the humanistic spirit that drives the place.
The view of both humans and animals as humans vulnerable and sensitive, acknowledging their needs with care and listening, aligns with my beliefs of what a worthy society for both humans and animals should look like.
This organization stems entirely from Noam Rudich’s heart full of love.

Ariel Halevi

Co-founder and CEO of Vayomar, a company established in early 2003. The company provides consulting, training, and facilitation services to companies worldwide in various fields related to decision-making processes and interpersonal communication.

Ariel completed his undergraduate degree in Government and Diplomacy in 2004 and his master’s degree in National Security and Counter-Terrorism in 2008 at Reichman University, where he also served as the chair of the university’s debate club during his undergraduate studies.

For me, the Wind Chimes Association represents the beautiful and enlightened side of humanity. We are measured above all by the way we assist those in need – both humans and animals.
The strength of our chain of existence is measured by the strength of our weakest links. Since meeting Noam and the wonderful animals under the association’s care, my heart has been captivated and committed to supporting the continuation of this very important work.