Understanding Addiction in the Jewish Community

Hello and welcome to our dedicated space for discussing and addressing addiction within the Jewish community. Our site features a diverse range of professionals, therapists, and content focused on combating and understanding addiction in the Jewish community.

Unique Challenges of Addiction in the Jewish Community

When individuals within the Jewish community struggle with addiction, it represents a specific category of challenges shaped by distinct cultural and religious factors. Substance abuse, behavioral addictions like gambling, and process addictions can all impact the Jewish community in unique ways. Often, cultural norms, religious beliefs, and community dynamics play a significant role. Addiction can manifest in various forms and can have detrimental effects on individuals' mental, social, and physical well-being.

Watch the videos below to gain insights from Jewish professionals, therapists, and advocates. These resources offer extensive knowledge on addressing addiction within the Jewish community, providing expert guidance and culturally sensitive approaches.

Professionals Who Specialize in Addiction

Pessy (Paula) Neuwirth, MHC- LP, CASAC-T

Therapist, Mental Health Counselor, Limited Permit: IN PERSON SESSIONS ONLY

  • In-office Brooklyn, New York

Pessy Neuwirth incorporates an eccentric therapy style, blending creativity, humor, and unconventional strategies with evidence-based practices.


" My approach blends creativity, humor, and unconventional strategies with evidence-based practices to create a dynamic and engaging experience. I tailor each session to my client's unique needs, offering a space where you feel safe, supported, and understood. Therapy …

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Balance Eating Disorder Treatment Center

Recovery Redefined

  • In-office Manhattan, New York

Balance Eating Disorder Treatment Center


" At BALANCE, we offer a wide range of comprehensive and personalized programs designed to meet clients where they are in their recovery journey: Day Treatment Program (PHP): A structured, intensive program that provides daily therapeutic and meal support …

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Sarit Shaer

Healer & Life Coach

  • In-office Israel

Sarit Shaer's methodology encompasses the recognition that the origins of many physical ailments and challenges lie in emotional and psychological factors.


" I embrace the principles of the Dr. Sarno method, which resonates deeply with my approach to guiding individuals towards holistic well-being. Central to this methodology is the recognition that the origins of many physical ailments and challenges lie …

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Chaya Travis

Therapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW

  • In-office Far Rockaway, New York

Chaya Travis is a Frum Therapist


" As a therapist, I take an integrative and holistic approach to understanding and addressing the challenges my clients face. This means that I work collaboratively with my clients to explore how these challenges impact their lives in different …

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Dena Leibowitz, MS LCADC

Therapist, Psychotherapist and Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor

  • Remote only

Dena Leibowitz, LCADC, blends hypnotherapy, parts work, CBT, and Torah wisdom to support anxiety, depression, addiction, relationships, and life transitions.


" In individual sessions with me, you can expect a soulful and collaborative experience. I guide with curiosity and care, gently exploring meaningful concepts that help uncover deeper truths and open space for healing. My approach integrates a range …

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Yaakov Diner, PMHNP-BC

Psychiatric Medication Provider, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Remote only

Yaakov Diner is a frum psychiatric medication provider integrating therapy, medication management, & more to support healing, resilience, & wellness.


" My approach is deeply holistic and highly individualized. I believe true healing happens when we consider the whole person — mind, body, and environment — so I take into account psychological patterns, physical health, social dynamics, cultural identity, …

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Eli Goldberg

Therapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, CASAC

  • In-office Jerusalem, Israel

I draw from various therapeutic modalities such as cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness, somatic, and psychodynamic to tailor my approach to each client's unique needs.


" My approach to therapy is based on creating a safe and welcoming space for clients to explore their inner selves and find solutions to their challenges. I draw from various therapeutic modalities such as cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness, somatic, and …

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Rebecca Marcus

Therapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW

  • Remote only

Rebecca Marcus is a Frum Therapist, LCSW in New York


" I take a holistic, relational, and integrative approach. I strive to create a warm and empathic healing environment that is tailored to each of my client's unique and individual goals and needs. I integrate trauma-informed mindfulness-based skills, while …

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Sarah Yoffe, Certified Life Coach

Addiction recovery, Trauma,, Mind Body and Soul

  • In-office Lakewood, New Jersey

Sarah Yoffe is a life coach who firmly believes in imparting coaching & teaching tools today, in order to pave the way for a more serene & composed tomorrow.


" My coaching philosophy centers around a process of acknowledging and embracing emotions. I encourage individuals to first immerse themselves in their feelings, providing the necessary space for their bodies to absorb and process these emotions. For those who …

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Gavriel Pliver, PMHNP-BC

Psychiatric Medication Provider, Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP

  • In-office Lakewood, New Jersey

Gavriel Pliver, PMHNP-BC, embraces a holistic approach to wellness, recognizing that mental health is intricately connected to various facets of our lives.


" As a psychiatric mental health prescriber, my philosophy revolves around embracing a holistic approach to wellness. Recognizing that mental health is intricately connected to various facets of our lives, I advocate for addressing the entirety of our being …

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Moses (Moshe) Hoffman

Wholality Facilitator & Coach

  • In-office London, United Kingdom

Moses (Moishe) Hoffman is a Certified Wholality coach using polyvagal theory, breathwork, & energy work to help clients heal trauma, reduce stress, & build self-love


" I am a certified, polyvagal-informed Wholality coach and facilitator. In sessions, I support clients in uncovering the true nature of the human experience and exploring, integrating, and releasing the blocks or beliefs that may be holding them back …

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Shauli Wagschal, MHC-LP CASAC-T

Therapist, Mental Health Counselor, Limited Permit: IN PERSON SESSIONS ONLY

  • In-office Brooklyn, New York

Shauli Wagschal is a therapist who integrates an existential perspective, in addition to CBT, DBT, & ACT to empower his clients to find meaning & purpose in life.


" My approach begins with a humanistic, person-centered foundation. I deeply believe that people are inherently good and possess the ability to grow, heal, and create meaningful change when supported in the right environment. By fostering empathy, unconditional positive …

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  • šŸŒŽ Holistic
  • 🐣 Out of the box

Understanding and Addressing Addiction within the Jewish Community

Addiction is a pressing concern across various communities, with the Jewish community facing its own specific obstacles. While the broader societal understanding of addiction exists, the intricacies of relationships and dynamics within the Jewish community add layers of complexity. Addiction within the Jewish community can affect individuals regardless of age, gender, or background, highlighting the need for awareness and targeted interventions.

Strategies for Addressing Addiction in the Jewish Community

Effective support and treatment for Jewish individuals struggling with addiction necessitate approaches that are culturally and religiously attuned. This encompasses therapy that respects religious beliefs and cultural practices, community support networks that provide a sense of belonging and understanding, and accessible resources for recovery. Tailored therapies and interventions are developed to address the specific facets of addiction within the Jewish community. It's crucial to seek professional guidance to navigate these challenges effectively, ensuring a path towards healing and recovery. Our professionals are experts in their fields, bringing both specialized knowledge and a deep understanding of cultural nuances to their work

Our directory features professionals, including Therapists, Psychiatrists & Coaches, who offer culturally sensitive support for those navigating Addiction within the Jewish community.

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