Understanding Codependency in the Jewish Community

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

Unique Challenges of Codependency in the Jewish Community

When individuals within the Jewish community struggle with codependency, which is often shaped by distinct cultural and religious factors, it represents a specific category of challenges faced by this group. Codependency can manifest as an excessive focus on others' needs, difficulty setting boundaries, low self-esteem, and a strong need for approval. Often, cultural expectations around family roles and religious obligations can contribute to codependent patterns. It can impact emotional well-being, relationships, and overall functioning.

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

Turning Tiffs into Triumphs

Small arguments aren’t the problem, missed repair is. Learn how curiosity, humor, and vulnerability can turn conflicts into deeper connection and intimacy.

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Understanding People-Pleasing as a Trauma Wound

People-pleasing is a behavior that many individuals exhibit, often to the detriment of their own well-being. At its core, people-pleasing involves prioritizing others’ needs and feelings over one’s own, often…

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The Influence of Ancestry on Partner Selection: Healing Unhealthy Patterns

When we think about our choice of partners, it’s easy to focus solely on personal preferences and individual experiences. However, a deeper layer of our partner selection may be rooted…

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Why Empaths with an Anxious Attachment Style Are Vulnerable to Toxic Relationships

In the complex world of relationships, understanding attachment styles can provide insight into why some individuals find themselves in toxic situations. Among these, empaths – those who are highly attuned…

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Healing Transgenerational Trauma Through Somatic Experiencing

Transgenerational trauma, the emotional and psychological scars passed down from one generation to another, can profoundly affect individuals and families. This phenomenon often manifests in anxiety, depression, and unhealthy relationship…

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Fighting Fairly: A Journey Toward Connection

Discover how fair fighting deepens relationships by fostering respect, understanding, and growth. Explore the transformative power of conflict and connection.

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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,…

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Dependency in Therapy

Dependency in Therapy by Shayna Shafier, MHC-LP, Mental Health Counselor, Limited Permit

Am I too dependent on my therapist?         This is a question that many people in therapy find themselves asking. Especially people with a history of attachment wounding…

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Professionals Who Specialize in Codependency

Danielle Taylor, LMHC

Therapist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC

Dating & Relationship Therapist

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  • 🥇 Empowering
  • 🤝 Collaborative

Perel Goldstein, LMHC

Therapist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor

“We know that love makes us vulnerable, but also that we are never as safe and strong as when we are sure we are loved"- Sue Johnson

  • 💙 Warm
  • 🥇 Empowering
  • 💭 Open minded
  • 🧘 Calm

Moishy Anderson, LMSW

Therapist, Licensed Master Social Work

Your past does not define you, your thoughts do not control you, and every part of you has a place at the table.

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  • 👂 Listener
  • 💭 Open minded
  • 🤝 Collaborative

Malka Katzenstein

Coach, Wellness Coach

  • 🥇 Empowering
  • 💙 Warm
  • 🌎 Holistic
  • 🎨 Creative

Aryeh Wadler, LCSW

Therapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

My therapy is client-centered, with a focus on your unique needs and goals.

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  • 😃 Humorous
  • 👂 Listener
  • 🥇 Empowering

Moshe Maness, LMHC

Therapist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor

He who has a why to live can bear almost any how. - Friedrich Nietzsche

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  • 💪 Challenging
  • 👂 Listener
  • 🥇 Empowering

Judith Blumenthal, LMHC

Therapist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor; IN PERSON SESSIONS ONLY

PEOPLE SEARCH relentlessly for a “city of happiness”—not realizing that it could only be found in a “state of mind.” —RABBI AVRAHAM PAM

  • 🥇 Empowering
  • 💭 Open minded
  • 🎨 Creative
  • 🧘 Calm

Rachy Friedlander, Somatic Coach

Coach, Emotions Master Coach/TEB Practitioner

The real flex is how many wounds you can turn into wisdom.

  • 💙 Warm
  • 👂 Listener
  • 💡 Solution-oriented
  • 🧘 Calm

Chaya Bukiet

Therapist, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT

Only when we are brave enough to explore the darkness will we discover the infinite power of our light. - Brene Brown

  • 🧘 Calm
  • 💙 Warm
  • 👂 Listener
  • 🤝 Collaborative

Tzipora Grodko, LMSW & Coach

Coach, Licensed Master Social Work

The world is my classroom and I'm forever a student.

  • 💙 Warm
  • 💪 Challenging
  • 💡 Solution-oriented
  • 🥇 Empowering

Batsheva Bomzer, LCSW

Therapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Therapy is not just about symptom relief – it's about uncovering the true self that exists beneath layers of shame, fear, and self-protection.

  • 💙 Warm
  • 👂 Listener
  • 🙌 Affirming
  • 🔥 Energetic

Tova Wacholder

Coach, Certified Coach

My goal is to make our sessions a space where you can explore, grow, and move closer to the life you envision for yourself.

  • 💙 Warm
  • 💡 Solution-oriented
  • 🌎 Holistic
  • 🧘 Calm

Understanding and Addressing Codependency within the Jewish Community

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

Strategies for Addressing Codependency in the Jewish Community

Effective support and treatment for Jewish individuals struggling with codependency 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 psychoeducation to build healthy relationship skills. Tailored therapies and interventions are developed to address the specific facets of codependency within the Jewish community. It's crucial to seek professional guidance to navigate these challenges effectively, ensuring a path towards personal growth and fulfilling relationships. It's important to note that 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 Codependency within the Jewish community.

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