Why are psychology and Kabbalah stronger together?

Paola Bobadilla • October 21, 2025

Using essential oils during psychotherapy

More and more people are searching for balance and happiness, starting by examining their own lives. When you’re able to let go of trauma, psychological issues, and negative patterns, it becomes much easier to reach your other goals.


People often turn to Western psychology or Kabbalah for support, but the most powerful option is a combination of both. This approach can take you much further. But how does it work, and is it the right fit for you?


Psychology and Kabbalah

Psychology: an individual approach

Western psycholog, rooted in the work of figures like Freud and Jung, offers a wealth of knowledge and experience aimed at resolving problems on an individual level. It focuses on cognitive and positive psychology, helping us understand the human mind, emotions, behavior, and thoughts.


This approach is grounded in the personal sphere and typically does not explore larger existential questions, such as the meaning of life, your true essence, or how to reach your goals by evolving as a human being.


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Kabbalah: a broader, holistic perspective

Kabbalah, on the other hand, does not view a person as an isolated individual, but rather as part of a greater whole that must remain in harmony. In Kabbalah, purpose and connection are essential. According to this ancient wisdom, every person is created with the desire and purpose to grow, by receiving, giving, connecting, and understanding.


Only when we give meaningful expression to this purpose can we achieve happiness and continue developing ourselves.


This is important to remember: in Kabbalah, all experiences have a meaning and a higher purpose. This not only brings a sense of peace, but also an increased awareness that allows individual experiences to be placed in a broader, more meaningful context.


Kabbalah continues where psychology stops

Psychology is an excellent tool if you want to understand why you feel certain emotions, behave in specific ways, or want to break negative cycles—simply by gaining insight into your actions.


However, it doesn't provide a greater purpose, a sense of direction, or clarity about your place in the world. That’s where Kabbalah steps in, continuing where psychology leaves off.


In other words: psychology helps you find inner balance, while Kabbalah gives you a sense of direction and purpose, with transformation (personal growth) as its ultimate goal.


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How psychology and Kabbalah strengthen each other

Together, Western psychology and Kabbalah create a complete, holistic understanding of the human experience. Psychology helps you understand your thoughts and emotions, while Kabbalah gives them meaning and direction.


This unique combination of insight and purpose is exactly what many people are seeking today. It helps you feel more conscious, grounded, and fulfilled and provides a clear sense of purpose, allowing all of life’s experiences, both positive and negative, to carry meaning and direction.


Would you like to benefit from this yourself?

Psychology and Kabbalah not only complement each other, they also enhance one another, allowing for deeper and more comprehensive treatment. That leads to better results.


Would you like to experience this for yourself, or learn what this combination could mean for your specific situation or challenges? Get in touch with me today, and together we’ll explore a treatment approach that fits your needs.


We’ll begin with a free introductory consultation, where I’ll answer all your questions and give you a clear idea of how I work. From there, you can decide whether you’d like to move forward and benefit from the powerful combination of Western psychology and Kabbalah.


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Please note: In the Netherlands I am registered as an alternative therapist and not as a licensed psychologist. My work is offered as alternative psychological therapy and guidance.

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