My self-harm urges are way out of control.
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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.
July 17, 2024
This is a trigger warning question: My self-harm urges are way out of control. My therapist and psychiatrist are aware of this, but l'd like to hear what a mental health…
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My relationship with my mom is making me very sad
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I've been having lately lots of arguments with my mother and we haven't been getting along and it's been making me very sad. I used to get along with her…
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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.
Taibke Hyman, LPC
Therapist, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor
If I am only for myself, what am I? And if not now, when? -Hillel
Malka Katzenstein
Coach, Wellness Coach
Raizy Mushell
Therapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW-R
Nothing is impossible. The word itself says "I’m possible".
Yehuda (Hudi) Kowalsky
Therapist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Cultivating Spontaneity | Trauma-Focused & Family Therapist
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
Mattie Chein
Therapist, Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
The secret to change is to focus all of your energy, not on fighting the old but on building the new.
Yael Katz
Therapist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
My ultimate goal is to assist you in cultivating personal growth, resilience, and well-being.
Rocheli Sternheim, LCSW
Therapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Sometimes when you’re in a dark place, you think you’ve been buried, but you’ve actually been planted.
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
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