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.

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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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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The Gift of Anger: A Window Into Our Humanity

The Gift of Anger: A Window Into Our Humanity by Barry Granek, LMHC, Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Explore the misunderstood emotion of anger—its roots, role in relationships, and how embracing it can foster growth, connection, and self-awareness.

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Fun Therapy

BS"D While the traditional formats of therapy have their place and are certainly important, there are plenty of fun ways you can find healing. Most of these are best done…

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Understanding Emotions and Their Power

Emotions are an intangible, integral, and powerful part of our persona and our ability to fully feel and spark joy is dependent on awareness, memory and vocabulary.

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Professionals Who Specialize in Emotion regulation

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

Michal Ambalu, Psy.D.

Therapist, Doctor of Psychology

Anxiety, Depression and OCD specialist

  • 💙 Warm
  • 💭 Open minded
  • 🤝 Collaborative

Bassy (Batya) Schwartz, LMFT

Therapist, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

You are the one you've been waiting for -Richard Schwartz

  • 💙 Warm
  • 😃 Humorous
  • 🥇 Empowering
  • 🤝 Collaborative

Mendel Toron, LCSW

Therapist, LCSW, CCTP, EMDR Certified

EMDR & Trauma Specialist

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

Eliana Lev

Therapist, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist

Let's get curious about your inner world.

  • 💙 Warm
  • 💪 Challenging
  • 🧘 Calm
  • 🤝 Collaborative

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

Menucha Banayan, LMHC

Therapist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Our greatest freedom is the freedom to choose our attitude. - Viktor Frankl.

  • 💙 Warm
  • 😃 Humorous
  • 💡 Solution-oriented
  • 🥇 Empowering

Raizy Mushell

Therapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW-R

Nothing is impossible. The word itself says "I’m possible".

  • 💭 Open minded
  • 🎯 Direct
  • 💙 Warm
  • 💡 Solution-oriented

Tamara Fass, LMSW

Therapist, Licensed Master Social Worker

If we continue to pursue hope then we had best become producers of it, rather than a consumer of it. -Peter Block

  • 😃 Humorous
  • 🥇 Empowering
  • 🐣 Out of the box
  • 🤝 Collaborative

Fresh Start

DON'T SURVIVE. THRIVE.

Deepen your healing journey. Reclaim your life—and feel whole again.

  • 💙 Warm
  • 💡 Solution-oriented
  • 🥇 Empowering
  • 🌎 Holistic

Pessy (Paula) Neuwirth, MHC-LP

Therapist, Mental Health Counselor, Limited Permit: IN PERSON SESSIONS ONLY

Your past explains you, but it doesn't have to define you.

  • 💙 Warm
  • 😃 Humorous
  • 💡 Solution-oriented
  • 🐣 Out of the box

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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