Understanding ADHD in the Jewish Community

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

Unique Challenges of ADHD in the Jewish Community

When individuals within the Jewish community experience ADHD, it represents a specific category of challenges shaped by distinct cultural, religious, and social factors. Attention difficulties, impulsivity, and hyperactivity can manifest in unique ways within Jewish life, potentially impacting religious observances, social interactions, and community expectations. Like general ADHD, it can have significant effects on individuals' academic, occupational, and interpersonal functioning.

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

Professionals Who Specialize in ADHD

Mordy Lyss, LCMFT, CHT

Therapist, Licensed Clinical Marriage & Family Therapist

  • Remote only
  • $120 - $140 Per Session
  • I accept insurance

Yisroel (Mordy) Lyss, LMFT adopts a flexible & integrative approach drawing from client-centered, psychodynamic, relational, CBT, EMDR, and mindfulness modalities.


"In alignment with Irvin Yalom's insight, I believe that therapy should prioritize the therapeutic relationship above theoretical frameworks. Understanding that each individual's journey is inherently unique, I adopt a flexible and integrative approach to therapy. Drawing from client-centered, โ€ฆ

  • ๐ŸŽฏ Direct
  • ๐Ÿ’™ Warm
  • ๐Ÿ˜ƒ Humorous
  • ๐Ÿ‘‚ Listener

Rachel Brezel, LMHC

Therapist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor

  • In-office Brooklyn
  • $350 Per Session

My area of expertise lies in treating anxiety, depression, OCD (including the most severe cases), emotional regulation, and relationship challenges.


"I strive to create a therapeutic space that is both welcoming and authentic, where my clients can feel seen, heard, and understood. At the same time, I recognize that therapy is not meant to be an open-ended process, โ€ฆ

  • ๐ŸŽฏ Direct
  • ๐Ÿ’™ Warm
  • ๐Ÿ’ก Solution-oriented
  • ๐Ÿฅ‡ Empowering

Chaya Spigelman, PA-C

Psychiatrist, Physician Associate - Certified

  • Remote only
  • $200 - $400 Per Session
  • 4 reviews

Chaya Spigelman, PA-C, provides holistic psychiatric care for women experiencing PMDD, postpartum, infertility, & menopause via integrative, personalized treatments.


"At the heart of my work is a singular motivation: to help improve your quality of life in a meaningful, lasting way. If youโ€™re navigating hormone-related mental health challenges and longing to be seen, heard, and understood by โ€ฆ

  • ๐ŸŒŽ Holistic
  • ๐ŸŽจ Creative
  • ๐Ÿค Collaborative

Simcha Freedman, M.S.Ed., SEP

SomaticExperiencingยฎ Practitioner(SEP)

  • In-office Lakewood
  • $150 - $200 Per Session

Simcha Freedman is a life coach whose approach centers around the vital connection between the mind and body and the use of Somatic Experiencing methods.


"As a Life Coach, my approach centers on the vital connection between the mind and body, employing Somatic Experiencing methods. Somatic Experiencing is a tool designed to alleviate anxiety, stress, and trauma. This approach empowers me to address โ€ฆ

  • ๐Ÿ’™ Warm
  • ๐Ÿ‘‚ Listener
  • ๐ŸŽจ Creative
  • ๐Ÿง˜ Calm

Aryeh Kugel, MHC-LP

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

  • In-office Brooklyn
  • $100 - $200 Per Session
  • I accept insurance

Aryeh Kugel, LMHC, helps teens, young adults, & families navigate family dynamics, ADHD, anxiety, life changes, & more, through compassionate & holistic care.


"I approach therapy with an easy-going, nonjudgmental presence. I know that coming to therapy takes real courage, and it can feel uncomfortable at first, so I strive to make the process as pleasant and approachable as possible. My โ€ฆ

  • ๐Ÿ’™ Warm
  • ๐Ÿ˜ƒ Humorous
  • ๐Ÿ‘‚ Listener
  • ๐Ÿ’ก Solution-oriented

Shauli Wagschal, MHC-LP CASAC-T

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

  • In-office Brooklyn
  • $100 - $200 Per Session
  • I accept insurance

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 โ€ฆ

  • ๐Ÿ‘‚ Listener
  • ๐Ÿ’ก Solution-oriented
  • ๐ŸŒŽ Holistic
  • ๐Ÿฃ Out of the box

Fresh Start

DON'T SURVIVE. THRIVE.

  • In-office Southfield

Jewish Fresh Start is a transformative retreat offering addiction recovery and mental health support, designed for the Jewish community's unique needs.


"Our flagship program, the Fresh Start Retreat, is a transformative 7-day intensive experience designed to help you heal deeply and rediscover your authentic self. Through this retreat, we guide you on a journey to understand the connections between โ€ฆ

  • ๐Ÿ’™ Warm
  • ๐Ÿ’ก Solution-oriented
  • ๐Ÿฅ‡ Empowering
  • ๐ŸŒŽ Holistic

Orly Bentata Goldenberg, LMHC

Therapist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor

  • Remote only
  • $125 - $150 Per Session
  • I accept insurance

Adaptability is a cornerstone of my approach, and I hold my clients' feedback in the highest regard. Their insights guide our therapeutic journey


"In my journey as a therapist and founder of Smart Therapy PC, my driving force is a commitment to understanding and assisting individuals grappling with various facets of relationships, encompassing the one they share with themselves. I firmly โ€ฆ

  • ๐Ÿ’™ Warm
  • ๐Ÿฅ‡ Empowering
  • ๐ŸŒŽ Holistic
  • ๐Ÿค Collaborative

Fayga Zellermaier, LMSW

Therapist, Licensed Master Social Worker: IN PERSON SESSIONS ONLY

  • In-office Brooklyn
  • I accept insurance

Fayga Zellermaier, LMSW, uses an integrative approach, including CBT, DBT, IFS, & more to help her clients find immediate relief & create lasting change.


"I use an integrative approach, weaving together multiple modalities to create a uniquely tailored experience for each individual. My extensive training includes CBT, DBT, IFS, and ACT, as well as utilization of psychodynamic therapy, motivational interviewing, and play โ€ฆ

  • ๐Ÿ’™ Warm
  • ๐Ÿ’ช Challenging
  • ๐ŸŽจ Creative

Esther (Ellen) Gendelman

Therapist, Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC

  • Remote only
  • $150 - $150 Per Session

I employ a positive, nurturing approach focused on identifying and building strengths that work more successfully than focusing only on the areas of weakness.


"I believe that close connections are the essence of a fulfilling life. Without meaningful relationships, life can feel dark and lonely. In my practice, I've found that a positive, nurturing approach centered on identifying and building strengths, drawing โ€ฆ

Aryeh Wadler, LCSW

Therapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

  • In-office Lakewood
  • $225 Per Session

Aryeh Wadler, LCSW, integrates IFS, attachment theory, and more to help his clients improve their relationships with themselves and others.


"The foundation of my therapeutic approach is rooted in Internal Family Systems (IFS) and attachment theory. I place a strong emphasis on the relational aspects of therapy, focusing on both a person's relationship with themselves and their relationships โ€ฆ

  • ๐Ÿ’™ Warm
  • ๐Ÿ˜ƒ Humorous
  • ๐Ÿ‘‚ Listener
  • ๐Ÿฅ‡ Empowering

Mordechai Jacobs, LCSW

Therapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW

  • In-office Lawrence
  • $200 - $225 Per Session

Mordechai Jacobs, LCSW integrates CBT, DBT, traditional conversation, interactive activities, games, and moments of humor to facilitate his clients' healing.


"In my therapeutic approach, I firmly believe that every issue presents multiple avenues for resolution. My practice is rooted in a client-centered philosophy, placing a profound emphasis on cultivating strong and meaningful relationships. Early in my career, I โ€ฆ

  • ๐Ÿ’™ Warm
  • ๐Ÿ˜ƒ Humorous
  • ๐Ÿ‘‚ Listener
  • ๐Ÿค Collaborative

Shifting Gears

Shifting Gears by Ari Daniels, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP-BC

The Mental Health Crisis Crisis We are in the midst of a mental health crisis—crisis. It’s hard to know where to begin when I find myself in a field withโ€ฆ

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They Suffer Silently (Out of Focus, Family First, Issue 921)

Many women with ADHD suffer silently and feel overwhelmed with thoughts and emotions and tend to feel โ€˜stuckโ€™.

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What Are Vulnerabilities and Why Should I care?

What Are Vulnerabilities and Why Should I care? by Devora Segall, LCSW, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Hi there, fellow parents! Ever have one of those long Sunday afternoons where everything feels a little too heavy? I recently found myself in just that kind of situation. Myโ€ฆ

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Unlocking the Unconscious: The Transformative Power of Sand Tray Therapy for Children and Adults

In a world where traditional talk therapy can sometimes feel limiting, sand tray therapy emerges as a dynamic and creative alternative. Picture this: a miniature landscape filled with vibrant figures,โ€ฆ

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Ask Fay: Should I delete social media entirely?

Recently I've been using Twitter/x in addition to ig and tt.. I find it to be info overload with using multiple social media platforms. But then I feel like there'sโ€ฆ

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1-1 Breakthrough Session

1-1 Breakthrough Session by Raina Balsam, Coach

You will be cleansed, healed, and blown away from your new insight after our session. Access a deeper level of yourself to reach incredulous joy and a satisfyingly soothing, rich,โ€ฆ

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Ask Fay: on jealousy, emotional eating, dealing with overwhelm, keeping a wedding small, getting unstuck while studying

How do I not be jealous of my siblings who are married/ have kids etc.. I feel like a loser. Hey, my dearest! By realizing that not being married YETโ€ฆ

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Life lessons from the Dreidle

When we think of Chanukah, of course one thing that comes to mind is a Dreidel! As a kid, I used to just spin, hope for a Gimmel, and haveโ€ฆ

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Understanding and Addressing ADHD within the Jewish Community

ADHD is a prevalent concern across various populations, including unique challenges encountered within the Jewish community. While the broader societal understanding of ADHD exists, the intricacies of relationships, expectations, and dynamics within the Jewish community add layers of complexity. ADHD within the Jewish community can affect individuals regardless of age, gender, or background, highlighting the need for awareness and targeted interventions.

Strategies for Addressing ADHD in the Jewish Community

Effective support and management for Jewish individuals with ADHD necessitate approaches that are culturally and religiously attuned. This encompasses educational accommodations, therapy that respects religious beliefs and cultural practices, community support networks that provide understanding and inclusion, and medication management when necessary. Tailored interventions and strategies are developed to address the specific facets of ADHD within the Jewish community. It's crucial to seek professional guidance to navigate these challenges effectively, ensuring a path towards optimal functioning and well-being. 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 ADHD within the Jewish community.

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