Dr. Renai Kraytem is a dedicated advocate for mental health and wellness. She holds a Doctor of Public Health, a Master of Social Work, and a Bachelor’s in Psychology. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and clinical supervisor, she is passionate about helping individuals and teams create meaningful, positive change.
Her doctoral research focused on designing comprehensive training programs for doctors and nurses to educate and assess new mothers for postpartum depression and anxiety effectively. This initiative aimed to improve healthcare professionals' ability to recognize early symptoms, offer empathetic support, and connect mothers with essential resources and interventions. Dr. Kraytem’s work reflects her unwavering commitment to improving maternal mental health outcomes and fostering a supportive healthcare environment for families during a transformative period.
As a public speaker, she promotes the power of positive thinking and mental wellness, guiding individuals to coexist with their trauma and embrace resilience. Her career includes managing two successful practices in New Jersey and serving as Director of Behavioral Health for 27 primary care physician offices. In this leadership role, she implemented evidence-based strategies that enhanced mental health programs and positively impacted countless lives.
Dr. Kraytem is deeply committed to fostering healing, growth, and excellence in behavioral health and remains dedicated to advancing this vital work.