Pleased to share that, alongside my colleague Malka Shaw, I presented to the NASW–NY Continuing Education Conference 2026 on May 29 at Hunter College.

The conference theme, One New York, One Voice: Reimagining Social Work for a Just Future, invited social workers to reflect on the evolving role of our profession and to envision new pathways toward justice, equity, and collective action.

Our session was titled, “One People, Many Stories: Addressing Antisemitism and Fostering Solidarity Through Culturally Competent Practice “ The conference was held in a hybrid format, allowing for both in-person and virtual participation.

Jodi Taub joins the Am Yisrael Thrive podcast to explore the intersection of Jewish identity, resilience, and mental health. Alongside hosts Shayna Netanya and Jennifer Hayes, Jodi provides professional insight into managing collective trauma and finding balance amidst challenging times.

This session will explore how social isolation affects both emotional and physical health for people living with immunodeficiency. You will learn practical ways to build meaningful connections while managing your condition. The session also highlights how peer support and patient advocacy organizations can offer community and valuable resources. You will leave knowing how to develop a simple, personalized plan to help strengthen your social connections and improve your overall well-being.

It was an honor to partner with the Lung Transplant Foundation for an important workshop: Connected Care: Building Strength Through the Caregiver–Patient Relationship. We explored how recipient–caregiver relationships can be sources of both strength and stress. During the session, I shared strategies for recognizing caregiver burnout, navigating complex medical trauma, and building resilience through communication, connection, and community. I was joined by Floyd and Diana Mestes, who shared their powerful story of love, resilience, and the lived experience of navigating a transplant together.

In HR Vendor News, I explain how I prioritize grounding practices, such as brief intentional pauses between sessions, to maintain emotional clarity throughout the workday. I highlight the necessity of tending to one's own nervous system—especially for those holding space for others—by engaging in micro-breaks to stretch or hydrate.

In the months since October 7th, many Jews have faced not only overt antisemitism, but also the quieter ruptures— dismissive comments, lost friendships, and betrayal in places that once felt safe. As a psychotherapist specializing in Jewish mental health, I wrote this piece to explore how we cope, set boundaries, and heal. This is for anyone navigating the grief, the silence, and the complexity of being Jewish in this moment.

In this webinar series from the Association of Jewish Psychologists, Malka Shaw, LCSW, and I explore how identity, culture, and lived experience shape the therapeutic relationship. We address Jewish trauma, countertransference, and how clinicians can stay grounded while navigating complex dynamics with Jewish clients.

Jodi Taub, LCSW, co-facilitated a trauma-informed support webinar for Jewish lawyers and legal professionals following the D.C. embassy shooting. Focused on collective grief, coping strategies, and Jewish resilience.

I had the pleasure of presenting at the Living with PI: Federal Policy Changes for the PI Community webinar, where I shared a comprehensive look at navigating mental wellness and advocacy. My segment, which begins at the 36:11 mark, covers strategic approaches to social media management and provides actionable steps for cultivating purpose and calm. Throughout the lecture, I delve into clinical coping strategies utilizing CBT, ACT, and DBT frameworks, alongside practical grounding exercises and tools for improving healthcare communication with loved ones. Click the title or image to access the full session and a suite of curated resources.

I had the pleasure of chatting with Dr. Melanie Carminati from Inspira PT about managing life with chronic illness. Topics explored: daily impact of living with chronic illness, relationship dynamics, mental health effects like grief, trauma, and identity, and practical strategies for handling stress.

By CSL Behring featuring Jodi Taub, LCSW, PLLC

Click here to watch the video featuring Jodi.

Key Highlights:

1. Tell your friends how you value them and look for ways to gain more social time

2. Explain or re-explain your limitations and ask friends to meet you on your terms

3. Keep health updates simple and educate them about fluctuating abilities 

4. Let others know how you want to be supported

5. Maintain more than one friendship 

6. Recognize when you need support from a mental health professional

7. Reciprocate support for your friends in ways in which you can

By CSL Behring featuring Jodi Taub, LCSW, PLLC

Click here to watch the video featuring Jodi.

Key Highlights:

1. Tell your friends how you value them and look for ways to gain more social time

2. Explain or re-explain your limitations and ask friends to meet you on your terms

3. Keep health updates simple and educate them about fluctuating abilities 

4. Let others know how you want to be supported

5. Maintain more than one friendship 

6. Recognize when you need support from a mental health professional

7. Reciprocate support for your friends in ways in which you can

In today's age of constant information overload, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. The intensity of this information, combined with the expectations and opinions of others, can trigger a fight-or-flight response. This heightened state of alertness can lead to overwhelm and overstimulation.

I had the opportunity to present "Serenity Within: Stress Management for PI" at the Immune Deficiency Foundation 2024 PI Conference. Topics: recognizing and managing stress and trauma responses, coping with loneliness, managing relationships and caregiving, medical and caregiver burnout, developing coping strategies.