Does this approach still work with an older child?
Winter 5787 Parenting Course · based on the book
Spare
אל תחטאו בילד
Spare
the Child
Essentials of Torah Chinuch
The book comes to life in a 12-class course with Rabbi Daniel Whitman. Practical, Torah-based chinuch for real homes, based on the teachings of Rav Yechiel Yaakovson Shlit"a.
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Rabbi Daniel WhitmanFrom a recent shiur
StartedMonday, Nov 2
ClassesMondays, 8:30–9:30pm
Length12 classes
Cost$600 per couple
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Founder of Machon Yedidya and author of Spare the Child. Urged into chinuch by Rav Shach zt"l, he worked for decades under the guidance of Rav Wolbe zt"l and Rav Shteinman zt"l.
Rabbi Daniel Whitman
Trained by Rav Yaakovson, with more than two decades applying this approach. Worked closely with Rav Mattisyahu Salomon zt"l, counseling in Beis Medrash Govoha.
"Ever since I took the course, my kids obey all basic commands without thinking twice."M.D., Monsey · Summer 2024
"The course does not give you tools. It turns you into a Mechanech."L.H., Chicago · Winter 2025
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Parenting · Spare the Child
Winter 5787 · live now
12 classes, Mondays 8:30pm
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Rebbeim & Teachers Training
Rav Yechiel Yaakovson's Rebbeim & Teachers Training
DetailsMarriage
The Ultimate Fulfillment: A Torah-true Marriage
DetailsCounseling
Torah-based Counseling Course
DetailsFree Shiurim
Emunah & Bitachon
ListenA USB of a course is available on request.
Machon Yedidya USA · Spare the Child
Parenting
Sometimes, the very things we do to make our children better are the things that hurt them most.
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Winter 5787 Parenting Course
12 sessions · started November 2
"The course does not just 'give you tools'. It turns you into a Mechanech. I now have the clarity and intuition to respond thoughtfully in any situation."
- Format
- 12 classes, live, on Zoom, and by call-in
- Schedule
- Mondays, Nov. 2, 2026 – Jan. 25, 2027, 8:30–9:30pm
- Dates
- Nov. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 · Dec. 14, 21, 28 · Jan. 4, 11, 18, 25
- Q&A
- 15–30 minutes after each class. Questions can be texted in live, or emailed anytime.
- Recordings
- In your account the next day, and on the phone line. A USB is available after the course.
- Cost
- $600 per couple, payable over 3 months.
Thinking of paying with ma'aser money? Please consult with your Rav.
* Details subject to change.
What makes this course unique?
The course has been proven to be effective quickly, with results that last a lifetime. Unlike rigid, unnatural "prefab" techniques, this course develops your own intuition, combining a unique delivery style, comprehensive content, practicality and plain common sense, so the takeaways truly stick.
How does the course compare to the book?
The course brings the book's fundamentals to life with practical exercises, real-world guidance, and a more engaging format. It's suitable for parents of all ages and all challenges.
Who is the speaker?
The course is delivered by Rabbi Daniel Whitman, a counselor and lecturer representing Machon Yedidya. It is based on the bestselling work Spare the Child by R' Yechiel Yaakovson shlit"a.
R' Yaakovson brings five decades of experience, having guided thousands of real-life cases at the request of Gedolei Olam such as the Steipler, Rav Shteinman, Rav Shach, and others. Rabbi Whitman has over two decades of experience applying this approach, counseling families in Lakewood and beyond, and assisting alongside R' Matisyahu Salomon zt"l in BMG.
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Rav Yechiel Yaakovson's Rebbeim & Teachers Training
Rav Yaakovson's Rebbeim & Teachers Training course brings the approach of Machon Yedidya to the classroom.
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הבית התורני
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Under the guidance of Rav Yechiel Yaakovson Shlit"a
Torah-based Counseling Course
What is ייעוץ תורני?
This 2-minute recording by Rabbi Daniel Whitman overviews the fundamentals of "Torah-based Counseling."
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Private counseling with Rabbi Daniel Whitman in chinuch and emotional health matters. Pick a time that works for you and confirm with payment. You'll get an email confirmation and a reminder before your session.
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How it works for Rabbi Whitman
- It's his own Acuity calendar, shown right on the page. He keeps managing his hours and sessions in Acuity, the same as now.
- Acuity syncs with his Mac calendar, so only free times show and nothing double-books.
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- Acuity sends the confirmation and reminder emails.
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Free Shiurim
Emunah & Bitachon
A shiur series by Rabbi Daniel Whitman, free for everyone.
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About Machon Yedidya USA
Machon Yedidya offers practical, Torah-based parenting, marriage and counseling courses, one-on-one counseling, and more, based on the teachings of Rav Yechiel Yaakovson Shlit"a, author of the bestseller Spare the Child.
Rav Yechiel Yaakovson Shlit"a
Rav Yechiel Yaakovson was urged to enter the field of chinuch by Rav Shach zt"l and worked for decades under the direct guidance of Rav Wolbe zt"l and Rav Shteinman zt"l. He founded Machon Yedidya and authored the bestseller Spare the Child at the insistence of Rav Chaim Kanievsky zt"l.
Rabbi Daniel Whitman
Rabbi Daniel Whitman was trained by Rav Yaakovson and works with Machon Yedidya, counseling in chinuch and emotional health matters. Rabbi Whitman worked closely with Rav Mattisyahu Salomon zt"l, counseling in Beis Medrash Govoha.
Frequently asked questions
Answers marked with a note need his confirmationHow can I join a live class?
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Can my spouse take the course with me?
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Is there a payment plan?
The parenting course can be paid in full or in three payments.
May I use ma'aser money?
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