Sharing a variety of latest news, including: updates, upcoming events, important news articles, general tips, therapist spotlights, holidays, and impacts to the GCC Community.
Gesher Community Care is making therapy more affordable and connecting Jewish teens and young adults with therapists who truly understand their background and lived experiences.
Dr. Joshua Simmons shares a story of a patient's experience of traumatic invalidation by their therapist. A fascinating account of how this patient left therapy due to the subtle semitism experienced during sessions.
Nine months ago, we founded Gesher Campus Care to meet the urgent need for trusted, accessible emotional support as Jewish individuals across the country grappled with the growing impact of antisemitism.
In a powerful piece for The Times of Israel, Dr. Boaz Shalgi, Chief Psychologist at NATAL, introduces the concept of “rolling trauma” — the ongoing, cumulative mental health impact of the Iran war, October 7, and the continued missile strikes on Israeli communities. Unlike a single traumatic event, rolling trauma is a snowball of repeated crises, creating long-term challenges not only for survivors but for the therapists and support teams who care for them.
Starting college is a major milestone — but for many Jewish students in 2025, it comes with unique challenges. Rising antisemitism on campus can leave students feeling isolated, silenced, or pressured to hide their identity.
In a recent article for Kveller, Dr. Jessica Zmood offers five practical ways parents can prepare their children to face these realities with resilience.
