Podcast Therapy with Dr. Z

I Look Like a Regular Frum Guy But Inside I'm Falling Apart

In this very honest conversation, Danny looks like a regular Torah guy living a normal life. But underneath, he struggles with anger, harsh self-criticism, and a cycle of

What Happens When You Stop Saying “If Only”?

In this very relatable episode, we meet Shmuly, a man carrying the weight of beliefs shaped by childhood, financial struggles, and years of comparing himself to others. G

Why Am I Turning to Unhealthy Escapes?

In this very relatable episode, we meet Rachel, a young woman struggling with feeling unseen, misunderstood, and disconnected at home. With a painful relationship with he

My Porn Addiction Is Destroying My Marriage. Can I Change?

Trigger Warning: This episode discusses pornography addiction and sexual content. In this very honest conversation, Yaakov opens up about his chronic struggle with porno

My Sister Tried to Kill Herself

In this raw and deeply vulnerable episode of Podcast Therapy, Miriam opens up about the impact of her sibling’s suicide attempt and the quiet pain that followed. While he

An Unfiltered Jewish Conversation We’ve Been Avoiding (with Rabbi YY Jacobson)

Rabbi YY Jacobson and Dr. Shloime Zimmerman sit down for a deep, emotional conversation about mental health, Jewish spirituality, authenticity, and trauma in modern life.

One of my kids watched inappropriate content. How do I prevent the others from doing the same?

In this very honest episode, we meet Chaya, a mother trying to navigate the overwhelming challenge of raising teenage boys in a world filled with inappropriate content.

How Can I Live a More Authentic Life ?

In this powerful episode, we meet Chaya, a young woman navigating deep inner conflict. On the outside, she appears to be a devoted religious girl, but privately, she stru

I’m Too Hard On Myself. How Can I Stop Being So Self Critical?

In this moving episode, we meet Sarah, who grew up in a complex family environment that deeply influenced her self-perception. Burdened by feelings of toxic shame, Sarah

SPECIAL EPISODE: In Times of War You Are Not Alone. A conversation with Dr. Z and Rabbi Efrem Goldberg.

In this special episode, presented in partnership with Amudim and moderated by Andy Lauber, Rav Efrem Goldberg joins Dr. Zimmerman for a powerful conversation about the e

What Happens When I Finally Confront the Parts of Me I’ve Been Hiding?

In this moving episode, we meet Esty, who grew up in a turbulent home marked by conflict and a painful family secret that shaped her sense of self. Carrying deep feelin

I Never Feel Good Enough - How Do I Fix That?

In this deeply personal episode, we meet Noach, who grew up feeling like an outsider- never getting into the top classes and struggling with a sense of not being good eno

I Was Sexually Abused as a Child, How Can I Be a Healthy Adult?

In this powerful episode, we meet Rachel, a woman whose early life was marked by the deep scars of sexual abuse inflicted by her brother. Initially drawn to therapy by m

I Felt Unloved as a Child. How Can I Experience Love & Connection Now?

In this powerful episode, we meet Mimi, a woman whose childhood was shaped by the challenges of growing up with a mother who had borderline personality disorder. Mimi sha

My Family Member Is Mentally Ill and “Off The Derech”. How Can I Be Healthy?

In this deeply personal episode, our guest shares her journey of navigating life with a brother who has left the path of religious observance (OTD) and struggles with men

How Do I Break The Cycle of Trauma?

This episode reflects on the Ten Days of Repentance, featuring Yanky’s journey of healing and repentance. He shares how his trauma led him to behaviors he was deeply asha

I’ve Been Profoundly Hurt by My Parents, Should I Let Them Back Into My Life?

Trigger Warning: This episode deals with emotional, physical, and sexual abuse and suicide.   We delve into a harrowing story of abuse and survival. Our guest, who en

Why Do I Have Such a Hard Time Taking Care of Myself?

Leah, a busy mother, wife, and full-time employee, calls in to discuss her struggles with self-care. As the conversation unfolds, it becomes clear that Leah's challenges

I’ve Been Betrayed and Traumatized. How Do I Heal?

This episode provides inspiration and insights for anyone facing life's hurdles. Join us for an empowering session of "Therapy" where Chaya (alias and AI-masked voice) sh

How Do I Process The Shocking Tragedy in Lakewood? (SPECIAL EPISODE)

Trigger warning: this episode deals with death and mental illness.   Lakewood and the wider Jewish community are reeling from an unthinkable tragedy: a mother had a p