Tova Leibovic-Douglas (she/her) is a Rabbi, spiritual counselor, coach, educator, speaker, co-podcaster of Not Your Jewish Mother, and consultant based in Los Angeles. She has created, developed, and implemented programs for many communities, including Community Mikveh at American Jewish University, Beit T’shuvah, Ikar, Miller Introduction to Judaism Program, NuRoots, Sinai Temple, and Camp Ramah. Tova believes that each of us is a unique holy soul and is determined to build a world where everyone knows this truth and feels a sense of belonging. Most recently she has created virtual spiritual care circles. She received her BA in Jewish Gender Studies from the Jewish Theological Seminary and a BA in Art History from Columbia University and is an alum of several fellowships including the Center of Rabbinic Innovation, M2, and NewGround.
Tova is also an Education Specialist and worked as a resource specialist before attending Ziegler School of Rabbinic Studies, where she earned her MA and ordination in 2018. She is a trustee on the board of Milken Community Schools. Tova and her husband, Austin, are parents of Eve Meora and Nora Zahava, who teach them the art of living in the moment. She is a proud work-in-progress and here to support leaders as they facilitate and hold sacred space for many. Read more: rabbitova.com Follow her, @rabbi_tova