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March 20, 2025
Understanding Dating in the Jewish Community
Hello and welcome to our dedicated space for discussing and addressing dating within the Jewish community. Our site features a diverse range of professionals, therapists, and content focused on navigating and understanding dating in the Jewish community.
Unique Considerations in Jewish Dating
When individuals within the Jewish community engage in dating, which is often shaped by distinct cultural and religious factors, it represents a specific category of considerations faced by this group. Family involvement, religious compatibility, cultural expectations, and community norms are all examples of factors that can influence Jewish dating. Often, balancing personal preferences with cultural and religious expectations can be challenging. It can impact individuals' emotional well-being, relationship satisfaction, and connection to their Jewish identity.
Watch the videos below to gain insights from Jewish professionals, therapists, and relationship experts. These resources offer extensive knowledge on navigating dating within the Jewish community, providing expert guidance and culturally sensitive advice.
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Full ArticleProfessionals Who Specialize in Dating
Danielle Taylor, LMHC
Therapist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Dating & Relationship Therapist
Anna Sherman, MFT
Therapist, Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, RP, MA
You can't wait until life isn't hard anymore before you decide to be happy - Nightbirde
Rachel Brezel
Therapist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
If you want to live a life you’ve never lived, you have to do things you’ve never done.
Bassy (Batya) Schwartz, LMFT
Therapist, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
You are the one you've been waiting for -Richard Schwartz
Sara Freed
Coach, Certified Marriage & Relationship Coach
Torah-aligned values and practical, real-world guidance
Fay Brezel, LMHC
Therapist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure.
Pessy (Paula) Neuwirth, MHC- LP, CASAC-T
Therapist, Mental Health Counselor, Limited Permit: IN PERSON SESSIONS ONLY
Your past explains you, but it doesn't have to define you.
Laura Schneebaum, LMHC-D
Therapist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor
I take a trauma-informed, client-centered, and strengths-based approach to working with each individual.
Understanding and Addressing Dating within the Jewish Community
Dating is a complex topic across various communities, including unique considerations within the Jewish community. While the broader societal understanding of dating exists, the intricacies of cultural norms, religious practices, and community dynamics within the Jewish community add layers of complexity. Dating within the Jewish community can affect individuals regardless of age, gender, or background, highlighting the need for awareness and targeted support.
Strategies for Navigating Dating in the Jewish Community
Effective approaches to dating for Jewish individuals necessitate strategies that are culturally and religiously attuned. This encompasses open communication about personal and familial expectations, respect for religious beliefs and cultural practices, and seeking support from community resources and trusted mentors when needed. Tailored advice and guidance are developed to address the specific facets of dating within the Jewish community. It's important to find a balance between personal autonomy and cultural connection, ensuring a path towards fulfilling and meaningful relationships. It's valuable 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 & Coaches, who offer culturally sensitive support for those navigating Dating within the Jewish community.