Male Therapists in Washington, CT
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Dr. Joel Behar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, BCD, ABMP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Washington, CT 06793
Waitlist for new clients
With over 4 decades of experience in clinical practice, I have helped people of all ages, backgrounds and cultures to face and resolve their problems, manage or eliminate their fears and anxieties and to get more out of life. Clients and colleagues have described me as a clinician who is empathic, caring, kind and highly effective. As a clinician with a Ph.D. in medical psychotherapy my treatment approach and training encompasses the following range: cognitive behavioral therapy, child and family therapy, mindfulness based stress reduction, Morita therapy, among others.
With over 4 decades of experience in clinical practice, I have helped people of all ages, backgrounds and cultures to face and resolve their problems, manage or eliminate their fears and anxieties and to get more out of life. Clients and colleagues have described me as a clinician who is empathic, caring, kind and highly effective. As a clinician with a Ph.D. in medical psychotherapy my treatment approach and training encompasses the following range: cognitive behavioral therapy, child and family therapy, mindfulness based stress reduction, Morita therapy, among others.
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Thomas Ratekin
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA, PhD
Verified Verified
Washington, CT 06793
Not accepting new clients
Long-term happiness typically comes from enriching connections to other people. Unfortunately, most of us receive sparse training on how to create and sustain healthy relationships. My particular passion is teaching couples and families how to give love and support--despite our inherent human flaws. In fact, good relationship skills are likely to increase satisfaction and success at work, school, or with friends. I approach couples therapy primarily from the Relational Life perspective developed by Terry Real, but I bring in elements from other modalities when appropriate. The primary focus is your relationship and what you need.
Long-term happiness typically comes from enriching connections to other people. Unfortunately, most of us receive sparse training on how to create and sustain healthy relationships. My particular passion is teaching couples and families how to give love and support--despite our inherent human flaws. In fact, good relationship skills are likely to increase satisfaction and success at work, school, or with friends. I approach couples therapy primarily from the Relational Life perspective developed by Terry Real, but I bring in elements from other modalities when appropriate. The primary focus is your relationship and what you need.
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Whitney L Balliett
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LADC
Verified Verified
Woodbury, CT 06798
I work with individuals who are dealing with substance abuse, addiction, depression, anxiety, attention-deficit disorder, or obsessive compulsive disorder.
I work with individuals who are dealing with substance abuse, addiction, depression, anxiety, attention-deficit disorder, or obsessive compulsive disorder.
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Dr. Jim Sullivan
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NBCC, ACS, NAFC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New Milford, CT 06776
One size never fits all. Each person and issue needs its own caring approach. Therapy includes: DBT, cognitive-behavioral, family systems, internal family systems, and trauma work, all with acceptance, warmth, and healing. Gains rely on maximum challenge with maximum support. I have successfully struggled in my life as a son, husband, and father of four. I know the pain of being wounded and the rewards of healing. For over 50 years I have helped kids and families as a teacher, school counselor, therapist, and supervising professor in three graduate counseling programs, including the Captains' Masters at the USMA at West Point.
One size never fits all. Each person and issue needs its own caring approach. Therapy includes: DBT, cognitive-behavioral, family systems, internal family systems, and trauma work, all with acceptance, warmth, and healing. Gains rely on maximum challenge with maximum support. I have successfully struggled in my life as a son, husband, and father of four. I know the pain of being wounded and the rewards of healing. For over 50 years I have helped kids and families as a teacher, school counselor, therapist, and supervising professor in three graduate counseling programs, including the Captains' Masters at the USMA at West Point.
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Yehuda Roberts
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Watertown, CT 06795
I am a child and family therapist who prefers to work with children who show oppositional behavior and other problematic behaviors. Are you experiencing difficulty communicating with your child? Do you feel like you're trying to help your child but your child doesn't recognize this? Perhaps you are aware that something is bothering your child but you and your child can't put your finger on it. You may have heard from the school that your child is having difficulty in school and your having trouble identifying what is causing this.
I am a child and family therapist who prefers to work with children who show oppositional behavior and other problematic behaviors. Are you experiencing difficulty communicating with your child? Do you feel like you're trying to help your child but your child doesn't recognize this? Perhaps you are aware that something is bothering your child but you and your child can't put your finger on it. You may have heard from the school that your child is having difficulty in school and your having trouble identifying what is causing this.
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Eric Anderson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LADC
Verified Verified
Woodbury, CT 06798 (Online Only)
I am a client focused therapist who strives to assist in making your life better through supportive listening and empathy. I believe we all have the ability to make changes and improve ourselves with positive encouragement and direction. I have experience and comfort helping those individuals with alcohol and or other substance use issues, as well as mental health concerns, such as anxiety/depression, PTSD, Bipolar, ADHD and others. I will work with you at your speed to help you reach your goals.
I am a client focused therapist who strives to assist in making your life better through supportive listening and empathy. I believe we all have the ability to make changes and improve ourselves with positive encouragement and direction. I have experience and comfort helping those individuals with alcohol and or other substance use issues, as well as mental health concerns, such as anxiety/depression, PTSD, Bipolar, ADHD and others. I will work with you at your speed to help you reach your goals.
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As an LCSW with over 25 years of experience, I specialize in assisting adults and seniors, caregivers, and members of the LGBTQ senior community navigate life transitions and challenges. Within a welcoming and supportive environment, clients share personal narratives, offering invaluable insights that guide my approach to addressing their current obstacles. I have an open and honest therapeutic style, engaging in more dialogue than traditional therapists.
As an LCSW with over 25 years of experience, I specialize in assisting adults and seniors, caregivers, and members of the LGBTQ senior community navigate life transitions and challenges. Within a welcoming and supportive environment, clients share personal narratives, offering invaluable insights that guide my approach to addressing their current obstacles. I have an open and honest therapeutic style, engaging in more dialogue than traditional therapists.
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I work with older children, adolescents, young adults, and their families who struggle with trauma, substance abuse, self-injury (cutting), peer relational skills, parent-child conflict, anxiety, and depression.
I work with older children, adolescents, young adults, and their families who struggle with trauma, substance abuse, self-injury (cutting), peer relational skills, parent-child conflict, anxiety, and depression.
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Keith M. O'Donnell
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Woodbury, CT 06798 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My clinical focus is identifying and intervening on patterns of behavior and thought that prevent individuals from being more satisfied or better adjusted to where they are in their life. We all go through stress, transitions, and hardships. Adversity is a guarantee. What matters is how we deal with the challenges we encounter. Besides having a strong background doing individual work, I also work well with couples in conflict. There is something satisfying about helping a couple work through issues that have been eroding away the happiness and satisfaction that brought them together in the first place.
My clinical focus is identifying and intervening on patterns of behavior and thought that prevent individuals from being more satisfied or better adjusted to where they are in their life. We all go through stress, transitions, and hardships. Adversity is a guarantee. What matters is how we deal with the challenges we encounter. Besides having a strong background doing individual work, I also work well with couples in conflict. There is something satisfying about helping a couple work through issues that have been eroding away the happiness and satisfaction that brought them together in the first place.
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Southbury Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LADC
Verified Verified
Woodbury, CT 06798
Southbury Counseling works with teens and adults with a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, substance use disorders, athletic performance, and family issues. Southbury Counseling will match you with a counselor best skilled to assist you with your specific issues and at your convenience and offers both male and female counselors.
Southbury Counseling works with teens and adults with a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, substance use disorders, athletic performance, and family issues. Southbury Counseling will match you with a counselor best skilled to assist you with your specific issues and at your convenience and offers both male and female counselors.
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Welcome! If you are here, chances are that you are looking for help. That's okay! Everyone needs help sometimes. In my experience, it's better to ask for it and get it than to struggle and continue to beat yourself up over things. Even for people who don't believe they need counseling/therapy, there are many things they could work on to improve themselves. Whether it's relationships, school or career performance, problem solving or just wanting to become a better person, I believe I can help. Don't you deserve a better, happier life?
Welcome! If you are here, chances are that you are looking for help. That's okay! Everyone needs help sometimes. In my experience, it's better to ask for it and get it than to struggle and continue to beat yourself up over things. Even for people who don't believe they need counseling/therapy, there are many things they could work on to improve themselves. Whether it's relationships, school or career performance, problem solving or just wanting to become a better person, I believe I can help. Don't you deserve a better, happier life?
I primarily focus on psychological assessments with clients who struggle with different aspects of their lives and want to learn more about themselves to live a richer, more fulfilling life. I work with children, adolescents, young adults, and their parents to better understand the challenges they experience and how they might get more focused help. My clients gain a comprehensive understanding and can move forward in an affirming manner that builds confidence and success.
I primarily focus on psychological assessments with clients who struggle with different aspects of their lives and want to learn more about themselves to live a richer, more fulfilling life. I work with children, adolescents, young adults, and their parents to better understand the challenges they experience and how they might get more focused help. My clients gain a comprehensive understanding and can move forward in an affirming manner that builds confidence and success.
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When I first meet clients, I encourage them to be fascinated by the way their mind works. An ideal component of a successful therapy is when clients become curious about themselves, which allows them to gain insight into their problems. I personally believe, based on my research and experience, that what the human mind concentrates on has an influence on what happens in one's life. By watching the patterns of our thoughts we can modify and redirect them, with the goal of making healthier and more life-affirming decisions. The human mind has evolved to focus on problems and to anticipate more of them in the future.
When I first meet clients, I encourage them to be fascinated by the way their mind works. An ideal component of a successful therapy is when clients become curious about themselves, which allows them to gain insight into their problems. I personally believe, based on my research and experience, that what the human mind concentrates on has an influence on what happens in one's life. By watching the patterns of our thoughts we can modify and redirect them, with the goal of making healthier and more life-affirming decisions. The human mind has evolved to focus on problems and to anticipate more of them in the future.
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"Change is not about moving forward, it is letting go of where you are". I really value this quote and refer to it daily; not only in my life but also when helping with the lives of others. I aim to offer supports and guidance to individuals, couples and families seeking assistance in making a change for the better. My goal is to collaborate with the individual, couple and or family to build rapport, gain trust and meet the individual(s) where he or she is at in their lives in order to build resistance and move towards the solution to the presented issue(s).
"Change is not about moving forward, it is letting go of where you are". I really value this quote and refer to it daily; not only in my life but also when helping with the lives of others. I aim to offer supports and guidance to individuals, couples and families seeking assistance in making a change for the better. My goal is to collaborate with the individual, couple and or family to build rapport, gain trust and meet the individual(s) where he or she is at in their lives in order to build resistance and move towards the solution to the presented issue(s).
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Christopher Mooney
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Litchfield, CT 06759
Waitlist for new clients
As a licensed clinical therapist in both NY and CT, I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) and Mentalization Based (MBT) therapies to help people overcome anxiety, depression, substance use issues, and relationship challenges. With a person-centered approach, I aim to create a safe, non-judgmental space where individuals can explore their thoughts and emotions openly. Whether we work together in a telehealth setting, office environment, or out in the community, I believe that therapy should be a dynamic, engaging, and collaborative experience.
As a licensed clinical therapist in both NY and CT, I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) and Mentalization Based (MBT) therapies to help people overcome anxiety, depression, substance use issues, and relationship challenges. With a person-centered approach, I aim to create a safe, non-judgmental space where individuals can explore their thoughts and emotions openly. Whether we work together in a telehealth setting, office environment, or out in the community, I believe that therapy should be a dynamic, engaging, and collaborative experience.
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Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed or unhappy? Are you and your partner having trouble communicating or getting along? Are you concerned about your child's behavior? Going through a difficult life transition? If so, I can help! My goal as a therapist is to offer connection and support. By talking about the challenges you're facing in a safe and non-judgmental space, I help my clients gain greater insight and awareness to the underlying causes of their distress. From there, I work collaboratively with my clients to find solutions to their problems that are practical and long-lasting.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed or unhappy? Are you and your partner having trouble communicating or getting along? Are you concerned about your child's behavior? Going through a difficult life transition? If so, I can help! My goal as a therapist is to offer connection and support. By talking about the challenges you're facing in a safe and non-judgmental space, I help my clients gain greater insight and awareness to the underlying causes of their distress. From there, I work collaboratively with my clients to find solutions to their problems that are practical and long-lasting.
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Andrew Matusiak
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bantam, CT 06750
Waitlist for new clients
Do you want to live a life with greater freedom? What if I told you that you could be truly happy, live without anxiety, and have mastery over your body and mind? I understand that everyone is in a different part of the healing process and will design a plan with you to meet your specific goals.
Do you want to live a life with greater freedom? What if I told you that you could be truly happy, live without anxiety, and have mastery over your body and mind? I understand that everyone is in a different part of the healing process and will design a plan with you to meet your specific goals.
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Whether you are struggling with a particular issue, or just can't shake the feeling that there should be more to life, I can help. I provide a caring environment in which you can identify and explore those issues that may be getting in the way of a more rewarding home life and career, or of more fulfilling relationships. The goal is to help provide you with the insights and tools you need to move beyond old, limiting beliefs and behaviors.
Whether you are struggling with a particular issue, or just can't shake the feeling that there should be more to life, I can help. I provide a caring environment in which you can identify and explore those issues that may be getting in the way of a more rewarding home life and career, or of more fulfilling relationships. The goal is to help provide you with the insights and tools you need to move beyond old, limiting beliefs and behaviors.
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Alistair James Highet
Licensed Psychoanalyst, MA, LP, NCPsyA, CSD
Verified Verified
Washington Depot, CT 06794
For me, being a therapist is a privilege. I like to work with anyone eager to understand what is happening to them in their life. Together, we'll try to understand the factors that are creating the trouble - including some of the unconscious ones - and then we'll put them in perspective, cut them down to size, and talk about what can be done. I create a safe, intelligent, and empathic environment for counseling where we can talk about anything without judgment. My office is a safe place to be yourself. So many of our problems have their root in isolation and anxiety, and that is something we can address together.
For me, being a therapist is a privilege. I like to work with anyone eager to understand what is happening to them in their life. Together, we'll try to understand the factors that are creating the trouble - including some of the unconscious ones - and then we'll put them in perspective, cut them down to size, and talk about what can be done. I create a safe, intelligent, and empathic environment for counseling where we can talk about anything without judgment. My office is a safe place to be yourself. So many of our problems have their root in isolation and anxiety, and that is something we can address together.
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Four Seasons Therapy LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, LPC, SAP, BCC, CCDP-D
Verified Verified
New Milford, CT 06776
When I first meet with clients, my goal is to help them find the main road back to their original journey from the exit that led them to the off ramp- I offer a steady hand for them to successfully maneuver in the foggy season of their lives. I provide a supportive environment suitable for helping clients form new insights in achieving alternate healthier perspectives than the ineffective solutions currently in use. I provide an atmosphere of professionalism, empathy, and privacy suitable for positive growth and achievable solutions.
When I first meet with clients, my goal is to help them find the main road back to their original journey from the exit that led them to the off ramp- I offer a steady hand for them to successfully maneuver in the foggy season of their lives. I provide a supportive environment suitable for helping clients form new insights in achieving alternate healthier perspectives than the ineffective solutions currently in use. I provide an atmosphere of professionalism, empathy, and privacy suitable for positive growth and achievable solutions.
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Male Therapists
As a man, why might I want to see a male therapist?
There are many reasons a man might wish to work with a male therapist, including a degree of shared identity, which may help client and therapist connect to each other and allow for a more free-flowing discussion of issues that can be deeply personal. Some men may feel more comfortable talking to a male therapist about relationship concerns, the pressures they feel around the roles society and family place on men, career or job challenges, self-esteem, or anger problems. For some men who have not had a male role models in their lives, a good male therapist may be especially helpful.
How can I find out about a therapist’s experience treating men?
Individuals looking for treatment should feel comfortable directly asking a therapist about their history treating men overall and the issues that arise in therapy with men. A good therapist will be happy to discuss such matters as well as their educational background, approach to treatment, and how they think they can aid a prospective client. Prospective clients should also ask what the expectation is for treatment, and what the fee structure is, and whether and which insurance plans are accepted.
Can clients benefit from having a therapist of the same gender?
Therapy is not gender-specific, but some men as well as women feel more comfortable opening up about their experiences and history with a male therapist. An individual may feel that they have to explain less background information and be on the same page more quickly, particularly when discussing gender-specific challenges, in the case of male clients. Some women have prior negative experiences with women that predispose them to prefer working with a male in therapy. That said, a good clinician can transcend most if not all gender concerns. Ultimately, the most important factor in therapy is the connection and trust the client is able to build with the practitioner.
Would a male therapist have specific training in treating men?
Generally, no. There are no certifications for treating men specifically, but there are continuing education classes that therapists may take that focus on treating men as a group. There are many therapists who focus on men and male issues in their treatment and therefore have experience and expertise in this domain.