Jeremy Novich, at The Blogs

Jun 10, 2023, 12:16 AM

A psychologist’s perspective on ‘Pride’: What Orthodox people need to know

JQY Jewish Pride flags at the Celebrate Israel Parade

Pride is about self, not anatomy or sex, and that's why the community must stop subjecting the queer people in its midst to fear and shame

May 24, 2023, 3:31 AM

To Parent a Queer Child, Parents Also Need Support

As the psychologist at JQY, I know first hand the sadness, fear, and pain that queer youth from Orthodox backgrounds experience as they struggle to figure out their place in their communities and families. The dominant perspective for helping...

About Me

Dr. Jeremy Novich is the psychologist at JQY (Jewish Queer Youth), an organization that supports and empowers LGBTQ youth, ages 13-23, from Orthodox, Hasidic and Sephardic homes. If you need support, please visit the JQY website or call/text the JQY warmline at 551-JQY-HOPE (551-579-4673).

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