Male Therapists in Red Hook, NY
Finding a therapist can be unnerving, especially given that the search often happens when we are at our most vulnerable. For therapy to be effective, it relies on trust and collaboration, making it crucial to find the right fit, so you can have the therapeutic environment, experience, and results that you deserve. Personally, I specialize in working with anxiety and depression, trauma, bereavement, and identifying and reshaping the persistent and often-tricky narratives that make us feel as though we are less than our best selves.
Finding a therapist can be unnerving, especially given that the search often happens when we are at our most vulnerable. For therapy to be effective, it relies on trust and collaboration, making it crucial to find the right fit, so you can have the therapeutic environment, experience, and results that you deserve. Personally, I specialize in working with anxiety and depression, trauma, bereavement, and identifying and reshaping the persistent and often-tricky narratives that make us feel as though we are less than our best selves.
As a clinical psychologist, I specialize in work with depression, and difficulties relating to trauma and anxiety. My goal is to help you to feel less suffering and to experience a more fulfilling life. I also have experience working with folks working through concerns about their gender or sexuality. A good experience in therapy involves both psychologist and patient. Together, we'll focus on the impacts of low mood, anxiety, low self esteem, or whatever is getting in the way of your life—and how to help you as a client to overcome these obstacles.
As a clinical psychologist, I specialize in work with depression, and difficulties relating to trauma and anxiety. My goal is to help you to feel less suffering and to experience a more fulfilling life. I also have experience working with folks working through concerns about their gender or sexuality. A good experience in therapy involves both psychologist and patient. Together, we'll focus on the impacts of low mood, anxiety, low self esteem, or whatever is getting in the way of your life—and how to help you as a client to overcome these obstacles.
My specialty is treating anxiety and panic disorders but I am also experienced helping with a variety of issues including depression, insomnia and difficulty adjusting to life changes or transitions. For twenty years I've had the privilege of working with clients like yourself, helping them to find solutions and to work toward a more manageable and enjoyable life. Its my experience that providing a genuine, non judgmental, empathetic and caring environment are the most important factors for positive change, as well as an encouraging treatment that is tailored to the individuals unique strengths and resources.
My specialty is treating anxiety and panic disorders but I am also experienced helping with a variety of issues including depression, insomnia and difficulty adjusting to life changes or transitions. For twenty years I've had the privilege of working with clients like yourself, helping them to find solutions and to work toward a more manageable and enjoyable life. Its my experience that providing a genuine, non judgmental, empathetic and caring environment are the most important factors for positive change, as well as an encouraging treatment that is tailored to the individuals unique strengths and resources.
My passion in life is to help individuals and couples quickly find solutions to even the most challenging issues, so that they can reconnect with a new sense of possibility and joy for what life can truly be. The short-term, solution-oriented approach focuses on the present and future rather than the past. In our work together you will quickly learn how to shift your perspective from one in which you may feel frustrated, stuck, scared or angry, to one in which you will find the courage, willingness, love, and wisdom you need in any situation to move forward.
My passion in life is to help individuals and couples quickly find solutions to even the most challenging issues, so that they can reconnect with a new sense of possibility and joy for what life can truly be. The short-term, solution-oriented approach focuses on the present and future rather than the past. In our work together you will quickly learn how to shift your perspective from one in which you may feel frustrated, stuck, scared or angry, to one in which you will find the courage, willingness, love, and wisdom you need in any situation to move forward.
Are you feeling a lack of joy or purpose in your life? Are your relationships unsatisfying? Do you find yourself engaging in self-sabotage? I find it rewarding to partner with my clients in identifying and addressing their source of dissatisfaction. I seek to help my clients decrease their symptoms so that they can get more joy out of life and have fuller, more meaningful relationships. I am a clinical social worker and trained psychotherapist skilled in working adults who struggle with mood disorders and addiction. I also work with couples, families, and groups.
Are you feeling a lack of joy or purpose in your life? Are your relationships unsatisfying? Do you find yourself engaging in self-sabotage? I find it rewarding to partner with my clients in identifying and addressing their source of dissatisfaction. I seek to help my clients decrease their symptoms so that they can get more joy out of life and have fuller, more meaningful relationships. I am a clinical social worker and trained psychotherapist skilled in working adults who struggle with mood disorders and addiction. I also work with couples, families, and groups.
By better understanding who you are and where you want to go, you can live a happier more fulfilling life. My approach is supportive and empathic but, above all, practical. While I believe an understanding of the past is essential, positive change occurs in the present. I work with individuals and couples who are interested in seeking a better understanding of themselves and each other and the skills involved to know oneself and communicate more effectively.
By better understanding who you are and where you want to go, you can live a happier more fulfilling life. My approach is supportive and empathic but, above all, practical. While I believe an understanding of the past is essential, positive change occurs in the present. I work with individuals and couples who are interested in seeking a better understanding of themselves and each other and the skills involved to know oneself and communicate more effectively.
In working with clients in psychotherapy, I find it useful first to sort out what's working in their lives from what's not. Then we look at what's not working; be it depression, anxiety, obsessive thinking, compulsive & addictive behavior, and extreme emotional reactions. All of these things can all serve as clues to help us identify and address hidden and unexpressed emotions and experiences. (In addition to treating adults, couples, and adolescents with the more standard therapy issues, I have extensive experience working with the full gamut of sexual topics.)
In working with clients in psychotherapy, I find it useful first to sort out what's working in their lives from what's not. Then we look at what's not working; be it depression, anxiety, obsessive thinking, compulsive & addictive behavior, and extreme emotional reactions. All of these things can all serve as clues to help us identify and address hidden and unexpressed emotions and experiences. (In addition to treating adults, couples, and adolescents with the more standard therapy issues, I have extensive experience working with the full gamut of sexual topics.)
I have been working with adolescents, adults and families for the past 25 years. I am proficient in crisis situations, family conflicts, peer conflicts and academic needs. I am available to speak with medical doctors, teachers and other specialty outside providers. I am available for IEP and other academic meetings. I work with clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, substance use and self harming behaviors.
I have been working with adolescents, adults and families for the past 25 years. I am proficient in crisis situations, family conflicts, peer conflicts and academic needs. I am available to speak with medical doctors, teachers and other specialty outside providers. I am available for IEP and other academic meetings. I work with clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, substance use and self harming behaviors.
Yair Oelbaum
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Red Hook, NY 12571
Not accepting new clients
My work has focused on clients in their teens, young adulthood and middle adulthood navigating life transitions, overlapping identities, and relational issues. My work has focused on mood disorders (depression and bipolar disorder primarily), anxiety disorders, trauma and issues related to gender identity and sexuality. My clinical experience has provided me with the opportunity to work with people of a wide set of backgrounds and issues.
My work has focused on clients in their teens, young adulthood and middle adulthood navigating life transitions, overlapping identities, and relational issues. My work has focused on mood disorders (depression and bipolar disorder primarily), anxiety disorders, trauma and issues related to gender identity and sexuality. My clinical experience has provided me with the opportunity to work with people of a wide set of backgrounds and issues.
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Christopher Michael Dennehy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWR, M-CASAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kingston, NY 12401
If you are seeking to regain who you once were, uncover who you know you could be, become who you want to be, build on who you already are, or all the above, we can do that together. Life is something that just is; we are what happens in it. I work with you to reclaim what may seem out of your control, to step back into the driver's seat of your own life. We all struggle at times and it is not about how strong or weak we are, but how much support we have.
If you are seeking to regain who you once were, uncover who you know you could be, become who you want to be, build on who you already are, or all the above, we can do that together. Life is something that just is; we are what happens in it. I work with you to reclaim what may seem out of your control, to step back into the driver's seat of your own life. We all struggle at times and it is not about how strong or weak we are, but how much support we have.
I am dedicated to serving the unique Gen Z and Millennial generations in 4 client groups: Leaders, Professionals, Recent College Grads and Students. My services include determining a fulfilling career path, growth and executive coaching, assessing blind-spots, creating a branded resume and effective job search. I believe that the key to success is not only a good education and talent, but also happiness, self awareness and growth. People who are willing to grow and are passionate about what they do achieve great things and I am dedicated to helping my clients make that happen.
I am dedicated to serving the unique Gen Z and Millennial generations in 4 client groups: Leaders, Professionals, Recent College Grads and Students. My services include determining a fulfilling career path, growth and executive coaching, assessing blind-spots, creating a branded resume and effective job search. I believe that the key to success is not only a good education and talent, but also happiness, self awareness and growth. People who are willing to grow and are passionate about what they do achieve great things and I am dedicated to helping my clients make that happen.
Welcome. I work in a collaborative and compassionate style to help further understand and address the concerns that led you to this site. You are likely in search of relief from the way you are currently feeling. All of us employ coping strategies, but when constant worry, depression, relational, or life stress begin to overwhelm these strategies, it is often time to seek some professional help. We will work together to outline a plan to provide you with resources to reduce your current distress, facilitate growth, and make meaningful life changes.
Welcome. I work in a collaborative and compassionate style to help further understand and address the concerns that led you to this site. You are likely in search of relief from the way you are currently feeling. All of us employ coping strategies, but when constant worry, depression, relational, or life stress begin to overwhelm these strategies, it is often time to seek some professional help. We will work together to outline a plan to provide you with resources to reduce your current distress, facilitate growth, and make meaningful life changes.
Despite living a life that looks stable and successful, you lack direction, and so you fear for your future. You feel rudderless, like you’ve lost yourself along the way. You live a lifestyle that looks ideal to others, yet it hasn’t brought you the meaning and joy it was supposed to. Now, difficult thoughts and emotions become more present: isolation, distraction, and anxiety. Spectral questions resurface: “Who am I?” “What’s the point of all this?” “What direction is our society headed in?” You know you need to reconnect with yourself and get grounded, but how?
Despite living a life that looks stable and successful, you lack direction, and so you fear for your future. You feel rudderless, like you’ve lost yourself along the way. You live a lifestyle that looks ideal to others, yet it hasn’t brought you the meaning and joy it was supposed to. Now, difficult thoughts and emotions become more present: isolation, distraction, and anxiety. Spectral questions resurface: “Who am I?” “What’s the point of all this?” “What direction is our society headed in?” You know you need to reconnect with yourself and get grounded, but how?
Alex Drakontaidis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, Alex Drakontaidis
Verified Verified
Kingston, NY 12401 (Online Only)
I have worked in the mental health field for over 20 years. I enjoy working with adults and adolescents. Many individuals have come to me seeking assistance with their depression, anxiety and antisocial behavior, amongst other mental health issues. Their need is to get back to living a functional life; one where they can be happy again.
I have worked in the mental health field for over 20 years. I enjoy working with adults and adolescents. Many individuals have come to me seeking assistance with their depression, anxiety and antisocial behavior, amongst other mental health issues. Their need is to get back to living a functional life; one where they can be happy again.
Sometimes what we're struggling with and going through doesn’t fit into words and because of this it has the upper hand. In depth psychology this kind of experience is connected to the Unconscious, that which escapes understanding and remains unknowable, yet we still physically and emotionally feel it. These kinds of experiences led me to my doctoral studies and research. I learned to identify and understand these experiences in relation to what Carl Jung called the archetypes, the transformational and guiding energy of the psyche. The archetypes, although invisible processes within us, are made visible in our dreams.
Sometimes what we're struggling with and going through doesn’t fit into words and because of this it has the upper hand. In depth psychology this kind of experience is connected to the Unconscious, that which escapes understanding and remains unknowable, yet we still physically and emotionally feel it. These kinds of experiences led me to my doctoral studies and research. I learned to identify and understand these experiences in relation to what Carl Jung called the archetypes, the transformational and guiding energy of the psyche. The archetypes, although invisible processes within us, are made visible in our dreams.
I offer compassionate support to those facing mood disorders, existential issues, sexuality, family issues, spirituality concerns, life path issues, trauma, anxiety, and a range of psychological and personal challenges. I seek to connect with clients in a patient and exploratory manner, providing insight and relief for those who seek it. I offer EMDR. Genuineness, authenticity, and acceptance are central to my practice and I strive to bring this into every moment. I am based out of Kingston and offer in-person sessions and telehealth. I work with teens (18+) and adults of all ages.
I offer compassionate support to those facing mood disorders, existential issues, sexuality, family issues, spirituality concerns, life path issues, trauma, anxiety, and a range of psychological and personal challenges. I seek to connect with clients in a patient and exploratory manner, providing insight and relief for those who seek it. I offer EMDR. Genuineness, authenticity, and acceptance are central to my practice and I strive to bring this into every moment. I am based out of Kingston and offer in-person sessions and telehealth. I work with teens (18+) and adults of all ages.
Russell Brian Shelkowitz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rhinebeck, NY 12572
Russell Shelkowitz, LCSW-R has extensive experience working with adolescents (12+), adults (individuals & couples), and families, and has provided compassionate and effective care in diverse settings, including hospitals, private practices, and outpatient clinics.
Russell Shelkowitz, LCSW-R has extensive experience working with adolescents (12+), adults (individuals & couples), and families, and has provided compassionate and effective care in diverse settings, including hospitals, private practices, and outpatient clinics.
Peter Heatley brings a wealth of life experience and compassion to his practice. He has over 25 years of professional experience in a variety of industries including eldercare, publishing, and technology, and has worked for many years as a manager and mentor in various roles. Peter's journey to counseling is grounded in a deep commitment to mindfulness and holistic healing practices. Peter utilizes a strengths-based approach to therapy informed by attachment theory and narrative therapy, offering clients a supportive space to explore challenges in their daily lives.
Peter Heatley brings a wealth of life experience and compassion to his practice. He has over 25 years of professional experience in a variety of industries including eldercare, publishing, and technology, and has worked for many years as a manager and mentor in various roles. Peter's journey to counseling is grounded in a deep commitment to mindfulness and holistic healing practices. Peter utilizes a strengths-based approach to therapy informed by attachment theory and narrative therapy, offering clients a supportive space to explore challenges in their daily lives.
Hello Everyone! I work with individuals and couples. I teach couples simple, proven, and easy to learn skills from Harville Hendrix's Imago Relationship Therapy that partners can use to repair, or improve their current, and future relationships. I work with adults to help them understand what caused the stuck places in their lives and together we collaborate to create solutions that heal those issues and create positive change.
Hello Everyone! I work with individuals and couples. I teach couples simple, proven, and easy to learn skills from Harville Hendrix's Imago Relationship Therapy that partners can use to repair, or improve their current, and future relationships. I work with adults to help them understand what caused the stuck places in their lives and together we collaborate to create solutions that heal those issues and create positive change.
Hello Everybody! I specialize in supporting the mental health of people for whom dominant culture is not a good fit. Over the years, the mainstay of my clients identify as: LGBTQIA+, autistic / otherwise neuro-divergent, BIPOC, having medical needs or are differently physicially-abled, as having intellectual / developmental / learning disabilities, having esoteric / magick / minority religious practitioners (and many times, some combination of the above). I focus on helping people working through C-PTSD, those who are part of minority sexual communities (Queer, Kinky, Non-Monogamous, etc.),
Hello Everybody! I specialize in supporting the mental health of people for whom dominant culture is not a good fit. Over the years, the mainstay of my clients identify as: LGBTQIA+, autistic / otherwise neuro-divergent, BIPOC, having medical needs or are differently physicially-abled, as having intellectual / developmental / learning disabilities, having esoteric / magick / minority religious practitioners (and many times, some combination of the above). I focus on helping people working through C-PTSD, those who are part of minority sexual communities (Queer, Kinky, Non-Monogamous, etc.),
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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.