Understanding Divorce and Separation in the Jewish Community

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

Unique Challenges of Divorce and Separation in the Jewish Community

When individuals within the Jewish community experience divorce or separation, which are often shaped by distinct cultural and religious factors, it represents a specific category of challenges faced by this group. Halachic (Jewish legal) considerations, family dynamics, community stigma, and religious expectations can all impact the process of divorce and separation in the Jewish community. Often, cultural and religious factors play a role in how divorce and separation are perceived and addressed. It can affect individuals' emotional well-being, social support, and sense of belonging within the community.

Watch the videos below to gain insights from Jewish legal experts, therapists, and community leaders. These resources offer extensive knowledge on addressing divorce and separation within the Jewish community, providing expert guidance and culturally sensitive techniques.

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Professionals Who Specialize in Divorce/Separation

Mendel Toron, LCSW

Therapist, LCSW, CCTP, EMDR Certified

Trauma & EMDR Therapist

  • 🥇 Empowering
  • 🎯 Direct
  • 💙 Warm
  • 💡 Solution-oriented

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.

  • 🥇 Empowering
  • 🎯 Direct
  • 💙 Warm
  • 💡 Solution-oriented

Danielle Taylor, LMHC

Therapist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC

Dating & Relationship Therapist

  • 💙 Warm
  • 💡 Solution-oriented
  • 🥇 Empowering
  • 🤝 Collaborative

Sheri Bardos, Psy.D.

Therapist, Doctor of Psychology

If you want to live a happy life, tie it to a goal, not to people or things. ― Albert Einstein

  • 🎯 Direct
  • 💙 Warm
  • 💡 Solution-oriented
  • 🌎 Holistic

Melissa Lieber

Therapist, LCAT, ATR-BC

Every person has a unique story

  • 💙 Warm
  • 👂 Listener
  • 💡 Solution-oriented

Brocha Silverstein

Therapist, Drug & Alcohol Counselor, SAP, NCAC, CASAC-G

You don't need to journey this Road 2 Recovery Alone,

  • 🙏 Spiritual
  • 💙 Warm
  • 🌎 Holistic
  • 💪 Challenging

Lauren Hofstatter, LMHC

Therapist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Think good and it will be good

  • 🎯 Direct
  • 💙 Warm
  • 😃 Humorous
  • 💪 Challenging

Barry Granek, LMHC

Therapist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Blessed are all simple emotions, be they dark or bright! It is the lurid intermixture of the two that produces the illuminating blaze of the infernal regions.― Nathaniel Hawthorne

  • 💙 Warm
  • 👂 Listener
  • 🙌 Affirming
  • 🥇 Empowering

Caryn Guttman-Weber, LMHC

Therapist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC

Mordechai Jacobs, LCSW

Therapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW

Greatness is the ability to change

  • 💙 Warm
  • 😃 Humorous
  • 👂 Listener
  • 🤝 Collaborative

Michal Ambalu, Psy.D.

Therapist, Doctor of Psychology

Anxiety, Depression and OCD specialist

  • 💙 Warm
  • 💭 Open minded
  • 🤝 Collaborative

Rachel Levinson, LCSW

Therapist, LCSW

I aim to create a positive, supportive space that encourages growth, self-discovery, and a sense of empowerment for each unique individual

  • 💙 Warm
  • 😃 Humorous
  • 💡 Solution-oriented
  • 🤝 Collaborative

Understanding and Addressing Divorce and Separation within the Jewish Community

Divorce and separation are pressing concerns across various communities, with the Jewish community facing its own specific obstacles. While the broader societal understanding of divorce and separation exists, the intricacies of cultural norms, religious practices, and community dynamics within the Jewish community add layers of complexity. Divorce and separation within the Jewish community can affect individuals regardless of age, gender, or background, highlighting the need for awareness and targeted support.

Strategies for Addressing Divorce and Separation in the Jewish Community

Effective support and guidance for Jewish individuals going through divorce or separation necessitate approaches that are culturally and religiously attuned. This encompasses legal assistance that respects halachic requirements, therapy that addresses emotional and spiritual challenges, community support networks that provide a sense of belonging and understanding, and resources for co-parenting and family adjustments. Tailored interventions are developed to address the specific facets of divorce and separation within the Jewish community. It's crucial to seek professional guidance to navigate these challenges effectively, ensuring a path towards healing, personal growth, and positive future 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 & Coaches, who offer culturally sensitive support for those navigating Divorce/Separation within the Jewish community.

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