Professionals Who Specialize in Gender Identity Issues

Chaya Lerner

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW

  • Remote only
  • $100 - $150 Per Session
  • Insurance

I strive to empower my clients to navigate their challenges, find healing, and unlock their full potential through the use of DBT and hypnotherapy.


"In my approach to therapy, I draw upon a range of techniques to help individuals create fulfilling lives. Through my extensive training and experience, I have found great success in integrating various modalities such as Dialectical Behavioral Therapy …

  • 💙 Warm
  • 👂 Listener
  • 🤝 Collaborative

Pesach Tikvah

Achieving Peace of Mind

  • In-office Brooklyn
  • Insurance

Pesach Tikvah offers culturally sensitive mental health care, addiction support, therapy, developmental disability services, and holistic community programs.


"Pesach Tikvah provides an extensive array of programs and services designed to support individuals across the lifespan, ensuring that no one feels left behind. Each offering reflects the organization’s mission to address the diverse needs of the community …

  • 💙 Warm
  • 💡 Solution-oriented
  • 🙏 Spiritual
  • 🤝 Collaborative

Lee Grant, Psychotherapist

Therapists, Psychotherapist

  • In-office Welwyn
  • £85 - £145 Per Session
  • 5 reviews

Lee Grant, Psychotherapist, blends depth psychology, science, and creative approaches to help adults navigate stress, relationships, identity, and personal growth.


"I opened my practice, Rollswood Therapy, as a space to blend the depth of psychology with practical tools for everyday life. My approach draws on both the systemic insights of science and the symbolic expressions of the arts. …

  • 💙 Warm
  • 😃 Humorous
  • 👂 Listener
  • 🥇 Empowering

Hannah Pasternak

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW and Clinical Manager

  • Remote only
  • $150 - $175 Per Session
  • Insurance

My aim is to provide a supportive environment where authenticity and compassion flourish, enabling us to work together towards your self-defined goals.


"In therapy, I prioritize building a strong therapeutic relationship based on trust. With a directive and strengths-based approach, I am focused on goal attainment and solutions, while creating a safe and non-judgmental space for you to navigate life's …

  • 💙 Warm
  • 😃 Humorous
  • 💡 Solution-oriented
  • 🤝 Collaborative

Rachel Molly Moses, LMHC

Therapists, Licensed Mental Health Counselor

  • Remote only
  • $160 - $175 Per Session
  • 1 review

Rachel Molly Moses, LMHC, helps clients build insight, coping skills, and resilience through MBT, CBT, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing.


"My approach to therapy is grounded in patience, genuine empathy, and a belief in the power of connection. I am committed to creating a space where you feel safe, respected, and fully understood. Building a trusting relationship is …

  • 🎯 Direct
  • 💙 Warm
  • 😃 Humorous
  • 🤝 Collaborative

Michelle Feder, PsyD

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, PsyD

  • Remote only
  • $175 - $325 Per Session

Michelle Feder, PsyD, incorporates goal-oriented approaches such as ERP, ACT, & CBT infused with flexibility & compassion to help her clients evolve & grow.


"In my practice, I adopt a cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) framework, viewing it as a dynamic and effective lens through which to engage with individuals. I firmly believe that the potency of CBT is maximized when infused with empathy, …

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

Sury Klein, LMSW

Therapists, Licensed Master of Social Work

  • In-office Lakewood
  • $200 Per Session

Sury Klein, LMSW, uses IFS, Sandtray therapy, & more as she helps clients overcome trauma, addiction, recovery, and successfully navigate life transitions.


"I work with adults impacted by trauma, sexual trauma, addiction, self-harm, and patterns of coping that no longer feel sustainable. Many people come to therapy feeling ashamed of behaviors that once helped them survive — substance use, compulsive …

  • 💙 Warm
  • 😃 Humorous
  • 🧘 Calm
  • 🤝 Collaborative

Yehuda (Hudi) Kowalsky

Therapists, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC

  • Remote only
  • $165 - $165 Per Session
  • Insurance

Yehuda (Hudi) Kowalsky is a Frum Therapist, LMHC in New York


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Eliezer Schwadron, LCSW

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW-R

  • In-office Chestnut Ridge
  • $90 - $90 Per Session

Eliezer Schwadron is a Frum Therapist


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  • 🥇 Empowering

Collaborative Minds Psychotherapy LLC

Licensed Clinical Social Workers

  • In-office Teaneck
  • 1 review

Collaborative Minds Psychotherapy offers individual & group therapy using CBT, DBT, ACT, & trauma-informed care to support adolescents, young adults, & families.


"At Collaborative Minds Psychotherapy, our approach to therapy is relational, thoughtful, and deeply human. We believe that true healing happens within safe, attuned relationships, not through fixing, forcing, or pathologizing. Our clinicians focus on creating spaces where clients …

  • 🎯 Direct
  • 💙 Warm
  • 😃 Humorous
  • 💭 Open minded

Eli Kaufman, LCSW

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW

  • In-office Passaic
  • $300 - $350 Per Session

Eli Kaufman, LCSW is an experienced trauma specialist. He creates a safe environment in which individuals & families work through their unique life circumstances.


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  • 💭 Open minded
  • 🧘 Calm
  • 🤝 Collaborative

Judith Blumenthal, LMHC

Therapists, Licensed Mental Health Counselor; IN PERSON SESSIONS ONLY

  • In-office Brooklyn
  • $165 - $215 Per Session
  • Insurance

Judith Blumenthal, LMHC, specializes in CBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, and mindfulness to support clients with relationships, emotional challenges, and more.


"My approach to counseling is straightforward: do what works best for the client. I do not rely exclusively on one or two modalities. Instead, I draw from a wide range of theories and strategies, tailoring my approach to …

  • 🥇 Empowering
  • 💭 Open minded
  • 🎨 Creative
  • 🧘 Calm

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Understanding Gender Identity in the Jewish Community

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

Unique Considerations of Gender Identity in the Jewish Community

When individuals within the Jewish community explore or affirm their gender identity, which is often shaped by distinct cultural and religious factors, it represents a specific set of considerations faced by this group. Stigma, traditional gender roles, cultural expectations, and religious interpretations can all impact the experience of gender identity in the Jewish community. Often, cultural and religious factors play a role in how gender identity is perceived and navigated. It can affect individuals' sense of self, emotional well-being, relationships, and participation in community life.

Watch the videos below to gain insights from Jewish gender identity professionals, therapists, and advocates. These resources offer extensive knowledge on supporting gender identity within the Jewish community, providing expert guidance and culturally sensitive approaches.

Understanding and Supporting Gender Identity within the Jewish Community

Gender identity is an important aspect of human experience across various communities, including unique considerations faced within the Jewish community. While the broader understanding of gender identity exists, the intricacies of cultural norms, religious practices, and community dynamics within the Jewish community add layers of complexity. Navigating gender identity within the Jewish community can affect individuals regardless of age, background, or stage of life, highlighting the need for awareness and tailored support.

Strategies for Supporting Gender Identity in the Jewish Community

Effective support for Jewish individuals exploring or affirming their gender identity 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 resources for gender identity affirmation. Tailored programs and educational initiatives are developed to address the specific facets of gender identity within the Jewish community. It's crucial to seek professional guidance to navigate these considerations effectively, ensuring a path towards self-acceptance, well-being, and community inclusion. 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 & Coaches, who offer culturally sensitive support for those navigating Gender Identity Issues within the Jewish community.

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