Understanding LGBTQIA+, Gender, and Sexuality in the Jewish Community
Hello and welcome to our dedicated space for discussing and supporting LGBTQIA+, gender, and sexuality within the Jewish community. Our site features a diverse range of professionals, therapists, and content focused on understanding and embracing these aspects of identity in the Jewish community.
Unique Considerations of LGBTQIA+, Gender, and Sexuality in the Jewish Community
When individuals within the Jewish community explore or affirm their LGBTQIA+, gender, or sexual identities, which are 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 LGBTQIA+, gender, and sexuality in the Jewish community. Often, cultural and religious factors play a role in how these identities are 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 LGBTQIA+, gender, and sexuality professionals, therapists, and advocates. These resources offer extensive knowledge on supporting these identities within the Jewish community, providing expert guidance and culturally sensitive approaches.
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Full ArticleProfessionals Who Specialize in LGBTQIA, gender, & sexuality topics
Avigail Teiler, LMSW
Therapist, Licensed Master Social Worker
Maybe the journey isn't about becoming anything. Maybe it's about unbecoming everything that really isn't you, so that you can be who you were meant to be in the first place.
Danielle Taylor, LMHC
Therapist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Dating & Relationship Therapist
Yehuda (Hudi) Kowalsky
Therapist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Cultivating Spontaneity | Trauma-Focused & Family Therapist
Estee Esses, LMSW
Therapist, Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Although we can't go back and make a brand new start, we can start from now and make a brand new end.
Brooke English
Therapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, RYT
Pesach Tikvah
Achieving Peace of Mind
Pesach Tikvah aims to help every person reach a state of complete wellness.
Mattie Chein
Therapist, LCSW
The secret to change is to focus all of your energy, not on fighting the old but on building the new.
Eli Goldberg
Therapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, CASAC
I'm only accepting clients currently for short-term treatment, as I am in and out of Miluim.
Ari Lewis, LMHC
Therapist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor
People who need people are the luckiest people in the world.--Barbra Streisand
Barry Granek, LMHC
Therapist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Build deeper connections, restore intimacy, and create the relationships you deserve.
Understanding and Supporting LGBTQIA+, Gender, and Sexuality within the Jewish Community
LGBTQIA+, gender, and sexual identities are important aspects of human experience across various communities, including unique considerations faced within the Jewish community. While the broader understanding of these identities exists, the intricacies of cultural norms, religious practices, and community dynamics within the Jewish community add layers of complexity. Navigating LGBTQIA+, gender, and sexuality 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 LGBTQIA+, Gender, and Sexuality in the Jewish Community
Effective support for Jewish individuals exploring or affirming their LGBTQIA+, gender, or sexual identities 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 identity affirmation. Tailored programs and educational initiatives are developed to address the specific facets of LGBTQIA+, gender, and sexuality 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, Psychiatrists & Coaches, who offer culturally sensitive support for those navigating LGBTQIA, gender, & sexuality topics within the Jewish community.