Understanding Emotion Regulation in the Jewish Community

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

Unique Challenges of Emotion Regulation in the Jewish Community

When individuals within the Jewish community struggle with emotion regulation, 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 approach to emotion regulation in the Jewish community. Often, cultural and religious factors play a role in how emotions are perceived and managed. It can affect individuals' emotional well-being, relationships, and participation in community life.

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

Professionals Who Specialize in Emotion regulation

Rachel Brezel, LMHC

Therapist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor

  • In-office Brooklyn
  • $350 Per Session
  • 1 review

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, …

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Bassy Schwartz, LMFT

Therapist, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

  • In-office Cedarhurst
  • $150 - $300 Per Session
  • I accept insurance
  • 3 reviews

Batya Schwartz, LMFT, creates an atmosphere that balances professionalism with a personal touch, creating a comfortable and genuine connection between us.


"My therapeutic approach is rooted in several key principles: 1. Genuine Connection: We have a unique opportunity here, in the therapeutic space, to share and connect authentically, which is often scary or impossible in the "real world". You …

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  • πŸ₯‡ Empowering
  • 🀝 Collaborative

Moses Appel, PhD

Therapist, Doctor of Psychology, Ph.D.

  • In-office Brooklyn
  • $150 - $350 Per Session
  • 2 reviews

Moses Appel, PhD, draws from CBT, ACT, and DBT to support individuals in their journey toward improved mental health and overall well-being.


"At ADO Psychology Center, our approach is deeply rooted in compassion and evidence-based methods that foster personal growth and recovery. We draw from a evidence-based modalities, including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behavior …

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  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • 🀝 Collaborative

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, …

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  • πŸ˜ƒ Humorous
  • πŸ‘‚ Listener

Solomon Weinreb, LMHC

Therapist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor: IN PERSON SESSIONS ONLY

  • In-office Brooklyn
  • $150 - $200 Per Session
  • I accept insurance

Solomon Weinreb, LMHC, integrates CBT, IFS, mindfulness practices, & more, to help clients overcome challenges & foster a deeper understanding of themselves.


"Therapy is both an art and a science, blending evidence-based techniques with the intuitive understanding of each unique individual. While both aspects are essential for meaningful progress, my personal approach leans more toward the intuitive side, creating a …

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  • πŸ’­ Open minded
  • 🀝 Collaborative

Ari Poliakoff, LCSW, LCSW-C

Therapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW

  • Remote only
  • $200 - $250 Per Session
  • I accept insurance

Ari Poliakoff, LCSW, helps his clients build a foundation of self-support and empowerment themselves while they get "unstuck" & move towards healing & growth.


"Wouldn't it be great if your therapist didn't just listen to you, but helped YOU listen to yourself? You know, that part of yourself that gets lost among all your responsibilities and commitments and social media and stress …

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  • πŸ₯‡ Empowering
  • 🀝 Collaborative

Avigail Teiler, LMSW

Therapist, Licensed Master Social Worker

  • In-office New City
  • $100 - $200 Per Session
  • 3 reviews

Avigail Teiler, LMSW, is a trauma-informed, psychodynamic therapist, who places a strong emphasis on attachment styles and inner child work.


"As a trauma-informed, psychodynamic therapist, I place a strong emphasis on attachment styles and inner child work. I recognize that each person is unique, and while I specialize in these areas, I consider myself eclectic in my therapeutic …

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  • 🧘 Calm

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 …

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  • πŸ‘‚ Listener
  • πŸ₯‡ Empowering

Elana Feuerman, LMSW

Therapist, Licensed Master Social Work

  • In-office Passaic
  • $200 Per Session

Elana Feuerman, LMSW, is a play therapist for kids & teens. She supports children & parents with anxiety, behavior, school issues, and parent-child dynamics.


"Children are often telling us a story. When they refuse to sleep at night, when they push or hit other kids, when they cling to a parent at drop-off, when they escalate without warning, when they eat too …

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  • 🎨 Creative
  • 🧘 Calm
  • 🀝 Collaborative

Miriam Scheiner, LMHC

Therapist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor

  • In-office Monsey
  • $300 Per Session
  • 3 reviews

Miriam Scheiner, LMHC, uses EFT to help couples build lasting connections, healthier patterns, and meaningful growth with cultural sensitivity.


"My goal is to help couples create lasting change so that therapy does not become a permanent part of their lives. I believe therapy should be a powerful chapter in the story of a relationship, not the whole …

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  • πŸ‘‚ Listener
  • πŸ’‘ Solution-oriented

Brenda Landau

Therapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW

  • In-office Brooklyn
  • $200 - $200 Per Session

Rivky Brenda Landau is a Frum Therapist in New York


"My approach is primarily relational, and I use humor when appropriate. We work on understanding your attachment history, and how it shows up in your life. We address unresolved trauma, and work towards healing and growing from those …

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  • πŸ˜ƒ Humorous

Team Care

You need someone on your team.

  • 1 review

Team Care is an outpatient clinic that provides in-home services for individuals ages 5-21, which are fully covered by insurance through Perform Care.


"TeamCare NJ provides Intensive In-Community (IIC) services, a short-term clinical intervention program for children and adolescents aged 5 to 21 who experience mental health or behavioral challenges. Key aspects of this program include: Licensed Therapists: Skilled clinicians with …

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  • πŸ₯‡ Empowering
  • 🌎 Holistic

Why Should I Feel?

Why Should I Feel? by Fayga Zellermaier, LMSW, Licensed Master Social Worker: IN PERSON SESSIONS ONLY

Why feel when feelings hurt? How can I experience my emotions without falling apart? What makes it so hard to feel? Sounds familiar? Let's explore this together.

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The Pesach Blues...

The Pesach Blues... by Fayga Zellermaier, LMSW, Licensed Master Social Worker: IN PERSON SESSIONS ONLY

While for some, Pesach and religious holidays are the highlight of the year, for others, these times can be quite challenging.  Whatever your experience, whether anticipating eagerly or dreading anxiously,…

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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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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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Making Space-Exploration of Internal Family Systems Therapy Part 2

Making Space-Exploration of Internal Family Systems Therapy Part 2 by Fayga Zellermaier, LMSW, Licensed Master Social Worker: IN PERSON SESSIONS ONLY

How can we implement IFS concepts into our daily living? Here are some practical tips. For a further exploration of what IFS is, take a look at Part 1.

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5 Simple Steps to Validate Feelings and Nurture Emotional Well-Being

5 Simple Steps to Validate Feelings and Nurture Emotional Well-Being by Devora Segall, LCSW, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Parenting can be a rollercoaster of emotions, both for you and your child. That's where the magic of validation comes in. When you take the time to acknowledge your child's…

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Understanding and Supporting Emotion Regulation within the Jewish Community

Emotion regulation is a pressing concern across various communities, with the Jewish community facing its own specific obstacles. While the broader understanding of emotion regulation exists, the intricacies of cultural norms, religious practices, and community dynamics within the Jewish community add layers of complexity. Difficulties with emotion regulation within the Jewish community can affect individuals regardless of age, gender, or background, highlighting the need for awareness and targeted interventions.

Strategies for Supporting Emotion Regulation in the Jewish Community

Effective support for Jewish individuals struggling with emotion regulation necessitates 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 mental health resources. Tailored interventions and skill-building programs are developed to address the specific facets of emotion regulation within the Jewish community. It's crucial to seek professional guidance to navigate these challenges effectively, ensuring improved emotional well-being and 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 Emotion regulation within the Jewish community.

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