Male Therapists in Westport, CT
David Walenczyk
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Westport, CT 06880 (Online Only)
I’ve been in practice for 30 years specializing in couples and family work, addiction, adolescent issues, as well working with the LGBTQ community. I’m only accepting tele-health clients (online) currently and provide both pyschotherapy and consultation. I’m also available to provide supervision to MFTA’s working toward licensure or post licensure.
I’ve been in practice for 30 years specializing in couples and family work, addiction, adolescent issues, as well working with the LGBTQ community. I’m only accepting tele-health clients (online) currently and provide both pyschotherapy and consultation. I’m also available to provide supervision to MFTA’s working toward licensure or post licensure.
I help people cope with challenges that hinder their ability to reach their full potential. Life is full of transitions, and can often become overwhelming when struggling with addiction, anxiety, depression, identity problems, and/or relationship stress. I primarily specialize in working with late-adolescent to adult males struggling to navigate a successful future - one that often times becomes murky through these types of lenses.
I help people cope with challenges that hinder their ability to reach their full potential. Life is full of transitions, and can often become overwhelming when struggling with addiction, anxiety, depression, identity problems, and/or relationship stress. I primarily specialize in working with late-adolescent to adult males struggling to navigate a successful future - one that often times becomes murky through these types of lenses.
My clinical focus is PTSD, developmental trauma and addictive disorders. I combine traditional "talk" therapy with QEEG-informed Neurofeedback and EMDR, where appropriate. This offers you the best chance of healing past emotional wounds, alleviating symptoms, and living more fully in the present. The subtle, transformative power of Neurofeedback helps many clients resolve the traumatic stress, fear and anxiety that often underly behavioral and addictive disorders. EMDR is another powerful tool that can help resolve emotional trauma, improve functioning, and help you become more present-focused.
My clinical focus is PTSD, developmental trauma and addictive disorders. I combine traditional "talk" therapy with QEEG-informed Neurofeedback and EMDR, where appropriate. This offers you the best chance of healing past emotional wounds, alleviating symptoms, and living more fully in the present. The subtle, transformative power of Neurofeedback helps many clients resolve the traumatic stress, fear and anxiety that often underly behavioral and addictive disorders. EMDR is another powerful tool that can help resolve emotional trauma, improve functioning, and help you become more present-focused.
I have extensive experience working with adolescents, young adults, and adults who struggle with dysregulated emotions, difficulty tolerating distress, anxiety, and depression. Outward manifestations of these symptoms often include substance use, self-injury, avoidance or difficulty managing relationships, which can result in a spiral of fear, shame, anger, and hopelessness. My focus is on helping my clients generate ways to improve their life, define goals and reduce behaviors and ways of thinking that interfere with these goals.
I have extensive experience working with adolescents, young adults, and adults who struggle with dysregulated emotions, difficulty tolerating distress, anxiety, and depression. Outward manifestations of these symptoms often include substance use, self-injury, avoidance or difficulty managing relationships, which can result in a spiral of fear, shame, anger, and hopelessness. My focus is on helping my clients generate ways to improve their life, define goals and reduce behaviors and ways of thinking that interfere with these goals.
I have been providing psychotherapeutic treatment to children, adolescents, adults and families for over 20 years. My practice includes treatment for adjustment to life's challenges, anxiety, depression, along with developmental and autism spectrum disorders.
I have been providing psychotherapeutic treatment to children, adolescents, adults and families for over 20 years. My practice includes treatment for adjustment to life's challenges, anxiety, depression, along with developmental and autism spectrum disorders.
I specialize in individual psychotherapy, couples counseling and executive coaching. I work with individuals who are in crisis or need assistance facing everyday challenges. I see couples who are having interpersonal conflicts and communication difficulties. I am a compassionate listener with a good sense of humor and a warm, engaging style. I view each person as an individual and will tailor treatment to best meet your unique needs. I am trained in goal directed cognitive therapy (CBT) as well as more in- depth existential psychodynamic analysis that focus on how both current and past experience influences patterns of behavior.
I specialize in individual psychotherapy, couples counseling and executive coaching. I work with individuals who are in crisis or need assistance facing everyday challenges. I see couples who are having interpersonal conflicts and communication difficulties. I am a compassionate listener with a good sense of humor and a warm, engaging style. I view each person as an individual and will tailor treatment to best meet your unique needs. I am trained in goal directed cognitive therapy (CBT) as well as more in- depth existential psychodynamic analysis that focus on how both current and past experience influences patterns of behavior.
Moises Orbe
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LAMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Westport, CT 06880
I get it, you are tired of feeling stuck and you're ready for your life to change. I can help be your guide as the next stage in your journey begins. I am a bilingual Spanish-speaking Marriage and Family Therapist helping people work through anxiety, ADHD, depression, relationship issues and more. I am also a multiracial first-generation Latin American who transitioned from civil engineering to therapy. This diverse background and training in analytical thinking and problem solving provides a safe space and unique approach for individuals and couples to process their emotions, build confidence, and go from surviving to thriving.
I get it, you are tired of feeling stuck and you're ready for your life to change. I can help be your guide as the next stage in your journey begins. I am a bilingual Spanish-speaking Marriage and Family Therapist helping people work through anxiety, ADHD, depression, relationship issues and more. I am also a multiracial first-generation Latin American who transitioned from civil engineering to therapy. This diverse background and training in analytical thinking and problem solving provides a safe space and unique approach for individuals and couples to process their emotions, build confidence, and go from surviving to thriving.
I believe in the ever-present possibility of growth and the power of the therapeutic relationship to facilitate productive change in regard to what is not working or troublesome in people's lives. As a psychotherapist, I engage in confidential collaborative relationships grounded in respect, empathy, and safety in order to explore and help free people from patterns of functioning that are generally old, now maladaptive and personally limiting. Through achieving a deeper sense of self-understanding and personal growth, I believe in the increased capacity to live more satisfying emotional, social, and professional lives.
I believe in the ever-present possibility of growth and the power of the therapeutic relationship to facilitate productive change in regard to what is not working or troublesome in people's lives. As a psychotherapist, I engage in confidential collaborative relationships grounded in respect, empathy, and safety in order to explore and help free people from patterns of functioning that are generally old, now maladaptive and personally limiting. Through achieving a deeper sense of self-understanding and personal growth, I believe in the increased capacity to live more satisfying emotional, social, and professional lives.
I have been in private practice for over 28 years throughout which time I have treated adults and couples struggling with a wide variety of issues. I have a sub-specialization in treating substance misuse within a Harm Reduction Model. I approach my work from a psychodynamic perspective, yet I appreciate the uniqueness of each individual and maintain flexibility in tailoring my interventions to meet your specific concerns. I aim to work collaboratively and compassionately with you toward helping you to gain insight and work through the obstacles that interfere with your overall well-being.
I have been in private practice for over 28 years throughout which time I have treated adults and couples struggling with a wide variety of issues. I have a sub-specialization in treating substance misuse within a Harm Reduction Model. I approach my work from a psychodynamic perspective, yet I appreciate the uniqueness of each individual and maintain flexibility in tailoring my interventions to meet your specific concerns. I aim to work collaboratively and compassionately with you toward helping you to gain insight and work through the obstacles that interfere with your overall well-being.
I am a psychologist providing therapy and assessment services for children through adults. I have extensive clinical experience and am an expert Cognitive Behavioral Therapist. I’ve been trained by top therapy institutes, am a board member for well accomplished CBT organizations, and run the official podcast for the national CBT organization. I strive to regularly advance my knowledge and provide leading scientific treatments. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, panic, OCD, trauma, stress, insomnia, ADHD, defiance, and work/school issues. Many of my clients lead busy lives; therefore, I offer evening appointments.
I am a psychologist providing therapy and assessment services for children through adults. I have extensive clinical experience and am an expert Cognitive Behavioral Therapist. I’ve been trained by top therapy institutes, am a board member for well accomplished CBT organizations, and run the official podcast for the national CBT organization. I strive to regularly advance my knowledge and provide leading scientific treatments. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, panic, OCD, trauma, stress, insomnia, ADHD, defiance, and work/school issues. Many of my clients lead busy lives; therefore, I offer evening appointments.
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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Life has many challenges. It's how you grow from your past that defines who you are in life. You may feel alone, misunderstood, and unfulfilled with your life or personal relationships. Perhaps you're having intense negative emotions. People typically enter therapy when they are in distress, although it's usually the long-term and underlying struggles that concern them the most. Initially, we will work quickly to address your immediate pain and provide relief. As therapy progresses, our focus may shift so you develop more positive and enriching relationships with yourself and others.
Life has many challenges. It's how you grow from your past that defines who you are in life. You may feel alone, misunderstood, and unfulfilled with your life or personal relationships. Perhaps you're having intense negative emotions. People typically enter therapy when they are in distress, although it's usually the long-term and underlying struggles that concern them the most. Initially, we will work quickly to address your immediate pain and provide relief. As therapy progresses, our focus may shift so you develop more positive and enriching relationships with yourself and others.
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Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Westport, CT 06880
Not accepting new clients
I find the therapeutic relationship the most important aspect when working with any individual and is what I value most within our work. I am a person-centered therapist, utilizing an eclectic theoretical toolbox to appreciate each person holistically and meet them in their current stage of change. My experience encompasses clients dealing with: anxiety, depression, bi-polar disorder, relationship conflict, school avoidance, isolation, grief/loss, trauma, psychosis, and more.
I find the therapeutic relationship the most important aspect when working with any individual and is what I value most within our work. I am a person-centered therapist, utilizing an eclectic theoretical toolbox to appreciate each person holistically and meet them in their current stage of change. My experience encompasses clients dealing with: anxiety, depression, bi-polar disorder, relationship conflict, school avoidance, isolation, grief/loss, trauma, psychosis, and more.
Gregory Weeks
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westport, CT 06880 (Online Only)
I work well with clients who are motivated to change their lives. Our greatest challenges come during times of big life transitions. Through active listening and genuine empathy, I help my clients focus upon the inherent solutions to their most pressing problems. Motivation to change comes with the willingness to look closely and investigate the stories we tell ourselves. Often, I discover with my clients that their oldest and most damaging internal stories are simply not true. By having a fellow human who is open and fully present witness our lives, we can discover the very real possibility for greater health.
I work well with clients who are motivated to change their lives. Our greatest challenges come during times of big life transitions. Through active listening and genuine empathy, I help my clients focus upon the inherent solutions to their most pressing problems. Motivation to change comes with the willingness to look closely and investigate the stories we tell ourselves. Often, I discover with my clients that their oldest and most damaging internal stories are simply not true. By having a fellow human who is open and fully present witness our lives, we can discover the very real possibility for greater health.
Phillip Racies
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westport, CT 06880 (Online Only)
Life is an ocean of never-ending challenge; we can get overwhelmed, anxious, isolated, and feel out of control. Without proper support we miss the opportunities for growth that adversity offers. I provide a supportive structure that allows exploration of the most important aspects of your life and helps you develop concrete practical skills to better respond to the complex challenges life presents - - whether in individual, couples, or family therapy. You will learn to better know, understand, and accept more of your experiences and interactions as you discover and shape more satisfying layers of yourself and your relationships.
Life is an ocean of never-ending challenge; we can get overwhelmed, anxious, isolated, and feel out of control. Without proper support we miss the opportunities for growth that adversity offers. I provide a supportive structure that allows exploration of the most important aspects of your life and helps you develop concrete practical skills to better respond to the complex challenges life presents - - whether in individual, couples, or family therapy. You will learn to better know, understand, and accept more of your experiences and interactions as you discover and shape more satisfying layers of yourself and your relationships.
Philip Socci
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, CSAT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westport, CT 06880 (Online Only)
Hello! I am currently working remote only. I am licensed in Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, and Florida. I take a supportive and goal oriented approach to working with my clients. I believe that treatment should consist of not only addressing the symptoms that are causing problems in your life, but also digging deeper and gaining an understanding of the root of the challenges that you are facing.
Hello! I am currently working remote only. I am licensed in Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, and Florida. I take a supportive and goal oriented approach to working with my clients. I believe that treatment should consist of not only addressing the symptoms that are causing problems in your life, but also digging deeper and gaining an understanding of the root of the challenges that you are facing.
I have practiced Jungian Analysis for 40 years in Manhattan and Westport, CT.
I also practice shorter-term Jungian-oriented psychotherapy and Couples therapy
I have practiced Jungian Analysis for 40 years in Manhattan and Westport, CT.
I also practice shorter-term Jungian-oriented psychotherapy and Couples therapy
Are you feeling overwhelmed and stuck? You probably wouldn’t be here unless you are trying as hard as you can using the tools you have. Its not your fault that it hasn’t worked. Approaching emotional problems the same way we solve problems in the external world isn’t the solution to the problem, its the CAUSE of the problem. These cyclical patterns that provide temporary relief only reinforce the problem in the long run. Let’s work together to find a new way approaching your current struggles, with compassion for the part of you that is really hurting despite working so hard to get past this.
Are you feeling overwhelmed and stuck? You probably wouldn’t be here unless you are trying as hard as you can using the tools you have. Its not your fault that it hasn’t worked. Approaching emotional problems the same way we solve problems in the external world isn’t the solution to the problem, its the CAUSE of the problem. These cyclical patterns that provide temporary relief only reinforce the problem in the long run. Let’s work together to find a new way approaching your current struggles, with compassion for the part of you that is really hurting despite working so hard to get past this.
Life can be difficult but you don't have to go it alone. I am here. I want to hear what you are going through and I want to know how you are feeling. Give me a call. We will walk through this journey together.
Life can be difficult but you don't have to go it alone. I am here. I want to hear what you are going through and I want to know how you are feeling. Give me a call. We will walk through this journey together.
In valuing his role as a therapist, James tries to be a guide and advocate, recognizing that clients are experts in their own lives and act as the main drivers of change. He views building on the strengths that the client already brings to the table as an integral part of the process to institute lasting change. James also believes that the strength and quality of the therapist-client relationship is a critical piece of the therapeutic process.
In valuing his role as a therapist, James tries to be a guide and advocate, recognizing that clients are experts in their own lives and act as the main drivers of change. He views building on the strengths that the client already brings to the table as an integral part of the process to institute lasting change. James also believes that the strength and quality of the therapist-client relationship is a critical piece of the therapeutic process.
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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.