Contributed by Andrea Yudell
Antisemitism and the Trauma of Invalidation
Revealing the Wound Beneath the WoundJewish therapists and clients are experiencing traumatic invalidation of their experiences of antisemitism. Read more
Andrea Yudell
Andrea Yudell, LICSW, LCSW-C, is a clinical social worker and psychotherapist in the DC Metro Area with 25 years of experience treating anxiety, trauma, chronic medical conditions, parenting stressors, and other life challenges. She integrates psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, and somatic approaches, including EMDR and somatic imagery, fostering clients’ sense of curiosity about themselves as a vehicle for insight, emotional regulation, and greater ease in daily life. In addition to her clinical work, she’s a founding member of the Jewish Social Work Consortium, a network of academics, clinicians, and advocates dedicated to promoting ethical standards, cultural competency, and awareness of dehumanizing narratives in the field.