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.

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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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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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

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

Michal Ambalu, Psy.D.

Therapist, Doctor of Psychology

Anxiety, Depression and OCD specialist

  • 💙 Warm
  • 💭 Open minded
  • 🤝 Collaborative

Roxanne Singer

Psychiatric Medication Provider, DNP, MSN, PMHNP-BC, AGPCNP-NC, AGNP-C, CDCES

No matter where your path to wellness may lead, you can trust that I will be there to guide you every step of the way.

  • 🎯 Direct
  • 💙 Warm
  • 🥇 Empowering

Rachel Tuchman, LMHC

Therapist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC

  • 🎯 Direct
  • 💭 Open minded
  • 🤝 Collaborative
  • 💡 Solution-oriented

Esther Nacca

Coach, Sound energy Healer & Energy Coach

Your heart knows the way . Run in that direction . RUMI -Everything is always ,working out for me, for my highest good.

  • 😃 Humorous
  • 🥇 Empowering
  • 🙏 Spiritual
  • 🧘 Calm

Aliza Tropper, LMHC

Therapist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC

“When we are no longer able to change a situation, we are challenged to change ourselves.” Viktor E. Frankl

  • 🎯 Direct
  • 💙 Warm
  • 💭 Open minded
  • 🌎 Holistic

Mo Neiman

Coach, Founder of Tantrum Body Regulation BreathWork

“One needs to feel to be able to heal, under numbness there is a feeling.”

  • 🎯 Direct
  • 💙 Warm
  • 😃 Humorous
  • 🧘 Calm

Rachamim Bitton

Coach, NLP, HypnoTherapist, EFT, Energy Healing

True transformation begins when we dissolve the illusions that limit us, reconnect with the infinite power within, and align our lives with the divine purpose we were created for.

  • 👂 Listener
  • 💡 Solution-oriented
  • 🙌 Affirming
  • 🥇 Empowering

Rikki Ash

Coach, Master of Science, MS

Suffering ceases to be suffering at the moment it finds a meaning -Viktor Frankl

  • 💙 Warm
  • 👂 Listener
  • 🌎 Holistic
  • 🙏 Spiritual

Bracha Bard-Wigdor

Therapist, LMSW, Intimacy Coach

Bridal, Birth, Budget Educator

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

Loren Aryeh Leib Ecker

Therapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, CASAC-T

The way out is through

  • 💙 Warm
  • 💪 Challenging
  • 👂 Listener
  • 💡 Solution-oriented

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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