Jewish Affirming Counseling in San Diego, CA
You are tired of people not understanding what it’s like to be Jewish. You just want people to get it or at least, to hear you share what it’s like to be Jewish in Southern California. Maybe you struggle being queer and Jewish or trans and Jewish or maybe you don’t.
Some therapists can be well-meaning but oblivious about common Jewish experiences, let alone what it might look like to be a trans and/or queer Jew in today’s world.
Especially NOW, when antisemitism seems to be everywhere, it is important to know that there are safe places to be both/and Jewish and trans and/or Jewish and queer.
Here at Waves, we Provide a Place to be Your Full Self in Jewish Counseling.
We create a supportive, you-focused space to explore your sexual orientation, gender identity(ies), faith or lack thereof, and/ or religion and make decisions based on what feels right for you.
We also provide Jewish affirming care regardless of how you identify.
We work hard to provide a supportive and affirming space to support folks who identify as Jewish - trans, and Jewish - queer.
Common Reasons to Seek Jewish Counseling With a Jewish-Affirming Therapist
Wanting to not have to deal with antisemitic therapists while you heal
Struggling to be both Jewish and Queer and/or Jewish and Trans
Celebrating being both Jewish and Queer and/or Jewish and trans
Being in a multi-faith relationship and want your partner(s) to understand about how your religion impacts your relationship(s)
Dealing with antisemitism
Struggling with the Israel-Hamas war
Trying to figure out how to be religious and live your life
Trying to not be religious and live your life
Being an East Coast Jewish transplant and finding it tough to settle into San Diego, CA life
Wanting to have a therapist who knows what a mezuzah is. We might not know what kind of mezuzah you want on your doorpost, but we will know what it is.
Waves’ Jewish Affirming Therapists Can Help
At Waves’, we are Jewish-affirming therapists. Our practice currently consists of two psychologists. Our Jewish-affirming staff meetings include time to talk about timely issues, including Jewish holidays, and issues in the Jewish world(s). Our practice is closed on the Sabbath (Friday night through Saturday night).
Dr. Camilla Williams (she/her) is a wonderful Jewish ally. She is open to enriching her knowledge to include more experience with Judaism.
Dr. Abi Weissman (they/she) is Jewish herself and has extensive experience and training in working with queer, trans, and Jewish populations.
Dr. Abi Weissman wrote a chapter on trans-Jewish-affirming psychotherapy in the Liberating Gender for Jews and Allies: The Wisdom of Transkeit (2022) book.
Dr. Abi Weissman has served on the board of directors and has run a trans - inclusive women's chavurah (group) at a San Francisco LGBTQIQAP2+ - focused synagogue in San Francisco.
She has presented at Transkeit, a Jewish trans and queer conference, and has authored a chapter on working with trans-Jews in the book that came out (so to speak) of the conference, called Liberating Gender for Jews and Allies: The Wisdom of Transkeit (2022).
The book is now out in paperback too! Check out this blog post for more information and a discount.
Dr. Weissman Values What Jewish-Affirming People Want in a Counselor.
They wrote their clinical psychology dissertation on learning from her trans and Jewish participants about how psychologists can become more effective and more respectful of people of trans and Jewish experience and they use what she learned in creating a respectful space for clients.
Ready to Start Jewish Counseling in San Diego, CA?
If you're a trans or queer individual looking for supportive and affirming counseling within the Jewish community, take that important step toward self-discovery and healing. Embrace your true self by seeking a Jewish-affirming therapist who understands your unique journey. Reach out to Waves Psych to find a safe, welcoming, and nonjudgmental space where you can explore your identity and find the support you deserve. Follow these three simple steps to get started:
Contact us to schedule an appointment for Jewish Counseling
Meet with a skilled Jewish Affirming Therapist for your first session
Begin healing in a safe supportive space!
Other Services Offered at Waves
At Waves Psych, we want to help you however we can. So, in addition to providing a safe and supportive space in Jewish Counseling, our team of therapists offers Grief Therapy, Yoga Therapy, Couples and Chosen Family Therapy, Therapy for ADHD, Therapy for Students, Transgender Support, Kink and BDSM Affirming Therapy, EMDR Therapy, and more! Be sure to check out our FAQs and Blog for more about us and our services!
