Embracing the Joys and Challenges of Jewish Parenting

Welcome to our dedicated space for exploring and supporting the Jewish community in navigating the profound and complex experiences of Jewish parenting. Our site features a diverse range of professionals, therapists, and content that look into the nuanced realities of Jewish parenting, offering insights and guidance from experts within the community.

The Unique Landscape of Jewish Parenting

Jewish parenting is deeply rooted in a rich cultural and religious tradition, shaped by the collective experiences of the Jewish community. From the importance of passing down values and traditions to the challenges of balancing spiritual beliefs with modern-day realities, Jewish parents face a unique set of considerations and responsibilities.

Within the tight-knit Jewish community, parenting can also be influenced by societal expectations, family dynamics, and the need to foster a strong sense of identity and belonging in their children. Issues such as academic pressure, mental health concerns, and navigating complex family structures can all contribute to the unique challenges faced by Jewish parents.

Watch the videos below to gain insights from Jewish parenting experts, community leaders, and parents who have personal experiences to share. These resources provide a compassionate and culturally sensitive exploration of the joys and complexities of Jewish parenting.

Professionals Who Specialize in Parenting

Rachel Brezel

Therapist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC

  • In-office Brooklyn, New York
  • $350 Per Session

My area of expertise lies in treating anxiety, depression, OCD (including the most severe cases), emotional regulation, and relationship challenges.


" I strive to create a therapeutic space that is both welcoming and authentic, where my clients can feel seen, heard, and understood. At the same time, I recognize that therapy is not meant to be an open-ended process, …

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Sarah Shasho, LCSW

Therapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

  • Remote only
  • $200 Per Session

Sarah Shasho, LCSW, uses EMDR, IFS, somatic & expressive modalities to help clients heal from trauma, reconnect, & build emotional safety.


" My approach to therapy is grounded in the belief that healing happens in the context of safety, attunement, and connection. I offer a warm, nonjudgmental space where you can feel deeply seen β€” not just for what you’re …

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  • πŸ₯‡ Empowering
  • 🎨 Creative
  • 🧘 Calm

Mordechai Jacobs, LCSW

Therapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW

  • In-office Lawrence, New York
  • $200 - $225 Per Session

Mordechai Jacobs, LCSW integrates CBT, DBT, traditional conversation, interactive activities, games, and moments of humor to facilitate his clients' healing.


" In my therapeutic approach, I firmly believe that every issue presents multiple avenues for resolution. My practice is rooted in a client-centered philosophy, placing a profound emphasis on cultivating strong and meaningful relationships. Early in my career, I …

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  • πŸ˜ƒ Humorous
  • πŸ‘‚ Listener
  • 🀝 Collaborative

Rivky Blatt, LMSW

Therapist, Licensed Master Social Work: IN PERSON SESSIONS ONLY

  • In-office Brooklyn, New York
  • I accept insurance

Rivky Blatt, LMSW, provides culturally sensitive care for mental health challenges using CBT, DBT, IFS, and SE to foster healing, growth, and self-awareness.


" As a social worker, my approach to therapy is rooted in flexibility, empathy, and collaboration. I believe in meeting my clients where they are, both emotionally and mentally, and tailoring my methods to fit their unique needs. Every …

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  • πŸ‘‚ Listener
  • πŸ’‘ Solution-oriented
  • πŸ₯‡ Empowering

Malka Shaw, LCSW

Therapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW

  • In-office Nutley, New Jersey
  • $200 - $200 Per Session

Malka Shaw, LCSW uses an interactive and collaborative approach and will be your partner, providing a safe space where you feel heard, understood, and valued.


" With an interactive and collaborative approach, I'll be your partner, providing a safe space where you feel heard, understood, and valued. We'll explore past traumas' impact on the present, gaining insights and coping skills for moving forward. By …

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  • πŸ˜ƒ Humorous
  • πŸ‘‚ Listener

Dan Cohen, LMHC

Therapist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor

  • Remote only
  • $120 - $180 Per Session
  • I accept insurance

Dan Cohen, LMHC, builds a strong connection with his clients, providing them the courage to face their problems head-on.


" It's very important to me that I build a strong bond of trust with my clients right from the start of therapy. I think that clients can benefit from therapy only if and when they feel safe and …

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  • πŸ‘‚ Listener
  • πŸ’‘ Solution-oriented

Devorah Leah Knobloch, LMSW

Therapist, Licensed Master Social Work

  • In-office Brooklyn, New York
  • $75 - $85 Per Session
  • I accept insurance

Devorah Leah Knobloch, LMSW takes a client-centered approach, allowing you to guide the direction of therapy in the way you feel will be most helpful.


" I believe every individual is the expert on their own life. With that in mind, I take a client-centered approach, allowing you to guide the direction of therapy in the way you feel will be most helpful. For …

  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ₯‡ Empowering
  • 🎨 Creative
  • 🐣 Out of the box

Chaim Fishof

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  • In-office Far Rockaway, New York
  • $100 - $12000 Per Session

Chaim Fishof is a Jewish recovery coach guiding clients to heal from addictions using trauma-informed, 12-step, and somatic modalities for growth & healing.


" My coaching philosophy is simple: clarity and simplicity are key to achieving success. I’ve seen too many people struggle in recovery, and my mission is to change that. I work with my clients to transform their health as …

  • πŸ’‘ Solution-oriented
  • πŸ₯‡ Empowering
  • πŸ™ Spiritual
  • 🐣 Out of the box

Racheli Barasch, LCSW

Therapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

  • In-office Lakewood, New Jersey
  • $175 Per Session

Racheli Barasch, LCSW, works with children, teens, & women using CBT, DBT, IFS, & psychodynamic therapy to treat anxiety, depression, trauma, & relationship issues.


" I believe therapy should feel like a space where you can breathe. It should be safe, comfortable, and free of judgment. My approach is rooted in empathy, curiosity, and real connection. I meet you exactly where you are, …

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  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ˜ƒ Humorous
  • πŸ’‘ Solution-oriented

Raina Balsam

Coach

  • Remote only
  • $147 - $247 Per Session

Raina Balsam is a mindset coach who empowers her clients as they uncover their untapped potential & break through self-imposed limitations that have held them back.


" The key to unlocking your true potential lies within you. It requires the commitment to invest your time and resources in prioritizing and creating it... What do you really want? We invest in things that matter to us, …

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  • πŸ’‘ Solution-oriented
  • πŸ’­ Open minded
  • πŸ”₯ Energetic

Dr. Yosef Tropper, PsyD

Therapist, Doctor of Psychology, LCPC, LMHC, LPC

  • In-office Manchester, New Jersey

Dr. Yosef Tropper, Psy.D. has a therapeutic approach that embodies a combination of warmth and empathy, coupled with a direct and goal-oriented focus.


" In my therapeutic approach, I try to combine: -warmth and empathy -direct and goal-oriented focus -IFS and other trauma interventions to help you unburden. My commitment is to genuinely comprehend your unique identity, acknowledge your past experiences, and …

  • 🎯 Direct
  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • 🐣 Out of the box
  • 🀝 Collaborative

Anna Fineberg

Therapist, PhD

  • Remote only
  • $200 Per Session

With warmth and empathy, I incorporate humor and metaphor to help you gain awareness of thought and behavior patterns that may be contributing to your distress.


" My therapeutic approach is characterized by warmth, empathy, and collaboration. I work with my clients using practical, evidence-based methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to equip them with the tools and strategies to navigate life beyond therapy. …

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  • πŸ‘‚ Listener
  • πŸ’­ Open minded
  • 🧘 Calm

Finding Your Wise Mind: Practical Tips for Parents

Finding Your Wise Mind: Practical Tips for Parents by Devora Segall, LCSW, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

In our last post, we talked about the importance of parenting from wise mind. Today, I want to share how we can get to that wise mind place. How do…

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Unlocking Your "States of Mind" for Better Parenting

Unlocking Your "States of Mind" for Better Parenting by Devora Segall, LCSW, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

One concept from Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) that I've found incredibly helpful is the idea of "States of Mind." And it's not as complicated as it sounds!In DBT, there are…

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What Are Vulnerabilities and Why Should I care?

What Are Vulnerabilities and Why Should I care? by Devora Segall, LCSW, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Hi there, fellow parents! Ever have one of those long Sunday afternoons where everything feels a little too heavy? I recently found myself in just that kind of situation. My…

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Unlocking the Secret to a Life Worth Living: What I Learned About Parenting from DBT

Unlocking the Secret to a Life Worth Living: What I Learned About Parenting from DBT by Devora Segall, LCSW, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

As a parent, I understand how the journey can often be hard, and exhausting, and overwhelming. The laundry piles up, toys scatter across the living room, and sometimes, it seems…

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Navigating Parenthood: Embracing the Dance of Acceptance and Change

Navigating Parenthood: Embracing the Dance of Acceptance and Change by Devora Segall, LCSW, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

As I embark on the fourth post of my 30-day challenge, I realize that discussing the balance between acceptance and change is essential—a foundational concept not only in Dialectical Behavior…

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Juggling Responsibility and Self-care: A Parent’s Guide to Finding Balance

Juggling Responsibility and Self-care: A Parent’s Guide to Finding Balance by Devora Segall, LCSW, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

It has been a long week. My little boy had a little boy. Ah, well, I guess he’s not so little anymore… As a proud local grandma, I’ve been full-time…

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Are You Reacting to Your Child Like Your Parents Did? Learn How to Break the Cycle of Trauma

Are You Reacting to Your Child Like Your Parents Did? Learn How to Break the Cycle of Trauma by Devora Segall, LCSW, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

As a parent, the challenges of raising school-aged children can sometimes stir up emotions deeply rooted in your own childhood experiences. You enter parenthood with the desire to provide a…

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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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Unlocking the Unconscious: The Transformative Power of Sand Tray Therapy for Children and Adults

In a world where traditional talk therapy can sometimes feel limiting, sand tray therapy emerges as a dynamic and creative alternative. Picture this: a miniature landscape filled with vibrant figures,…

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Strategies for Navigating Jewish Parenting

Raising children within the Jewish community requires a nuanced understanding of the cultural, spiritual, and societal factors that shape the parenting experience. Effective strategies for supporting Jewish parents must acknowledge the unique values, traditions, and challenges that are inherent to this community.

This includes approaches that honor the importance of passing down Jewish heritage, provide guidance on balancing religious teachings with modern-day realities, and offer practical tools for navigating the complex social dynamics within the Jewish community. By addressing the specific needs and concerns of Jewish parents, we can empower them to cultivate healthy, thriving families that are rooted in the richness of their cultural and religious identity.

Fostering Resilience and Wellbeing in Jewish Families

Cultivating resilience and overall wellbeing within Jewish families requires a holistic approach that integrates the community's values, beliefs, and lived experiences. This may involve therapy and support services that are designed with a deep understanding of Jewish culture, mental health resources that address the unique challenges faced by Jewish parents, and community-based initiatives that strengthen familial and communal bonds.

By seeking guidance from professionals who have extensive experience working with the Jewish community, parents can navigate the complexities of Jewish parenting more effectively. This can lead to improved mental health, stronger family connections, and a greater sense of empowerment and resilience within the community.

It is important to note that our professionals are experts in their fields, bringing both clinical expertise and a deep understanding of the Jewish experience to their work.

Our directory features professionals, including Therapists & Coaches, who offer culturally sensitive support for those navigating Parenting within the Jewish community.

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