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Understanding OCD in the Jewish Community
Hello and welcome to our dedicated space for discussing and supporting individuals experiencing OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder) within the Jewish community. Our site features a diverse range of professionals, therapists, and content focused on understanding and addressing OCD in the Jewish community.
Unique Challenges of OCD in the Jewish Community
When individuals within the Jewish community struggle with OCD, which is often shaped by distinct cultural and religious factors, it represents a specific set of challenges faced by this group. Stigma, attitudes toward mental health, cultural expectations, and religious considerations can all impact the experience and treatment of OCD in the Jewish community. Often, cultural and religious factors play a role in how OCD is perceived and managed. It can affect 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 those facing OCD within the Jewish community, providing expert guidance and culturally sensitive approaches.
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Professionals Who Specialize in Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD)
Danielle Taylor, LMHC
Therapist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Dating & Relationship Therapist
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.
Avrohom Leffler
Therapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Working with people has always been my passion!
Mollie Candib
Therapist, LCSW
The hardest part of change is not that you are not capable of it, but is in letting go of what has been comfortable.
Marv Zauderer
Therapist, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
It is the song from within that keeps the pain of living from snuffing our lives. It is the song from within ignited, again, and again, that keeps the world going. — Mark Nepo
Doron Lazarus, CSSC
Coach, Certified Sleep Science Coach, CSSC
Sleep is one of the necessary blessings in life allowing a person to refresh their body and spirit. - Rabbi Berel Wein
Gavriel Pliver, PMHNP-BC
Psychiatric Medication Provider, Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Before you open your mouth, Ask yourself: ‘What is the thing I’m about to say going to feel like to the person I’m speaking to? ― Terrence Real
Loren Aryeh Leib Ecker
Therapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, CASAC-T
The way out is through
Jodi Engelstein, LMHC
Therapist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, LCMHC, MS
Your goals in therapy will always stand as building blocks for the work we do.
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.
Understanding and Supporting OCD within the Jewish Community
OCD is a common mental health condition across various communities, including unique considerations faced within the Jewish community. While the broader medical understanding of OCD exists, the intricacies of cultural norms, religious practices, and community dynamics within the Jewish community add layers of complexity. Navigating OCD within the Jewish community can affect individuals of all ages and backgrounds, highlighting the need for awareness and tailored support.
Strategies for Supporting OCD in the Jewish Community
Effective support for Jewish individuals experiencing OCD 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 treatment programs are developed to address the specific facets of OCD within the Jewish community. It's crucial to seek professional guidance to navigate these challenges effectively, ensuring improved mental health, emotional well-being, and overall 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.