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Understanding Drug and Substance Abuse in the Jewish Community
Hello and welcome to our dedicated space for discussing and addressing drug and substance abuse within the Jewish community. Our site features a diverse range of professionals, therapists, and content focused on combating and understanding drug and substance abuse in the Jewish community.
Unique Challenges of Drug and Substance Abuse in the Jewish Community
When individuals within the Jewish community struggle with drug and substance abuse, which is often shaped by distinct cultural and religious factors, it represents a specific category of challenges faced by this group. Stigma, shame, cultural expectations, and religious considerations can all impact the experience and treatment of drug and substance abuse in the Jewish community. Often, cultural and religious factors play a role in how addiction is perceived and addressed. It can affect individuals' physical health, emotional well-being, relationships, and participation in community life.
Watch the videos below to gain insights from Jewish addiction professionals, therapists, and advocates. These resources offer extensive knowledge on addressing drug and substance abuse within the Jewish community, providing expert guidance and culturally sensitive techniques.
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Full ArticleProfessionals Who Specialize in Drug/Substance Abuse
Aaron Silverman
Therapist, LMSW
Strong parts and soft parts. They are all the things that make us men.
Elliott Blitenthal
Therapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Your vision will become clear only when you can look into your own heart. -Carl Jung
Nahum Spirn
Therapist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
The more we accept people as they are (including ourselves!), the freer they are to change.
Shaina Bryski, LMSW, CASAC-T
Therapist, Licensed Master Social Worker & CASAC-T: IN PERSON SESSIONS ONLY
Permit yourself to change your mind when something is no longer working for you
Michael Hartman, LMHC
Therapist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Those who have a ‘why’ to live, can bear with almost any ‘how’. - Viktor Frankl
Mattie Chein
Therapist, LCSW
The secret to change is to focus all of your energy, not on fighting the old but on building the new.
Chanan Davis, LMFT
Therapist, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Know all the theories, master all the techniques, but as you touch a human soul be just another human soul.” - Carl Jung
Avi Weiskopf, LCSW
Therapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker
All of us are born with many parts who exist as an internal family within us, and the key to health and happiness is to honor, understand, and love every part.” - Dr. Richard Schwartz
Erica Klein, LCSW
Therapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Shauli Wagschal, MHC-LP
Therapist, Mental Health Counselor, Limited Permit: IN PERSON SESSIONS ONLY
I am not perfect... But I am enough. ― Carl R. Rogers
Understanding and Addressing Drug and Substance Abuse within the Jewish Community
Drug and substance abuse is a pressing concern across various communities, with the Jewish community facing its own specific obstacles. While the broader understanding of addiction exists, the intricacies of cultural norms, religious practices, and community dynamics within the Jewish community add layers of complexity. Drug and substance abuse within the Jewish community can affect individuals regardless of age, gender, or background, highlighting the need for awareness and targeted interventions.
Strategies for Addressing Drug and Substance Abuse in the Jewish Community
Effective support and treatment for Jewish individuals struggling with drug and substance abuse 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 addiction treatment resources. Tailored interventions and recovery programs are developed to address the specific facets of drug and substance abuse within the Jewish community. It's crucial to seek professional guidance to navigate these challenges effectively, ensuring a path towards sobriety, healing, and improved quality of life. 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 Drug/Substance Abuse within the Jewish community.