“I thought I was an open-minded person”: Experiences of secular therapists working with Ultra- Orthodox clients in Israel – a qualitative study

In psychotherapeutic encounters with the Haredim, there is an additional exploration of a culture that sharply contrasts with modern secular life in Israel. Although this process raises conflicts and requires effort from the therapist, it can benefit both UO clients and secular therapists by enriching their experiences and fostering mutual trust and understanding.