Male Therapists in Ridgewood, NY
Orlando M. Pellot
Counselor, LMHC, EMDR, CAMS II
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ridgewood, NY 11385 (Online Only)
If you're experiencing stress, anxiety, sadness, or anger, you don't have to face it alone. Ready for change? Let's talk. As a psychotherapist specializing in trauma with EMDR therapy, my ideal client faces complex trauma, possibly from childhood or recent events. They aim to manage symptoms and deeply understand and process their experiences. Their goal is healing and empowerment, moving from coping to thriving. Motivated by personal growth and a better life, they see addressing trauma as crucial for unlocking potential and achieving lasting change.
If you're experiencing stress, anxiety, sadness, or anger, you don't have to face it alone. Ready for change? Let's talk. As a psychotherapist specializing in trauma with EMDR therapy, my ideal client faces complex trauma, possibly from childhood or recent events. They aim to manage symptoms and deeply understand and process their experiences. Their goal is healing and empowerment, moving from coping to thriving. Motivated by personal growth and a better life, they see addressing trauma as crucial for unlocking potential and achieving lasting change.
As a former musician and NYC public school teacher, I have worked with people of all ages and backgrounds, as well as with their family members, providing support and guidance on a wide variety of issues. I have also helped artists, musicians, actors, and athletes with performance anxiety, confidence, and related concerns.
As a former musician and NYC public school teacher, I have worked with people of all ages and backgrounds, as well as with their family members, providing support and guidance on a wide variety of issues. I have also helped artists, musicians, actors, and athletes with performance anxiety, confidence, and related concerns.
Cesar G. Vanegas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Ridgewood, NY 11385 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Let me commend you for taking a step toward self-care and wellness. I am a bilingual-Spanish therapist with over 20 years of experience helping individuals manage stress, depression, anxiety, persistent thoughts, and other emotions. Speaking with a professional often complements the ability to cope.
Let me commend you for taking a step toward self-care and wellness. I am a bilingual-Spanish therapist with over 20 years of experience helping individuals manage stress, depression, anxiety, persistent thoughts, and other emotions. Speaking with a professional often complements the ability to cope.
Vito Rastelli
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ridgewood, NY 11385 (Online Only)
We all inevitably encounter life stressors and challenges that leave us feeling stuck, anxious, ashamed or depressed. The process of therapy allows us to slow down, explore our difficult feelings and gain awareness into how we may or may not be serving ourselves. It is a process that facilities growth and empowerment, as well as a space where we can celebrate and honor the wonderful things in our lives.
We all inevitably encounter life stressors and challenges that leave us feeling stuck, anxious, ashamed or depressed. The process of therapy allows us to slow down, explore our difficult feelings and gain awareness into how we may or may not be serving ourselves. It is a process that facilities growth and empowerment, as well as a space where we can celebrate and honor the wonderful things in our lives.
Max Bivona
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ridgewood, NY 11385 (Online Only)
Therapy is a space where you can expand your understanding of self, find support, acceptance and insight. People come to me feeling unsure and insecure, repeating the same frustrating patterns over and over again, and afraid to let go of what’s not working. We will work together to dig deep into those things they know they need to look at to move out of old and unhealthy cycles, get unstuck, and move forward.
Therapy is a space where you can expand your understanding of self, find support, acceptance and insight. People come to me feeling unsure and insecure, repeating the same frustrating patterns over and over again, and afraid to let go of what’s not working. We will work together to dig deep into those things they know they need to look at to move out of old and unhealthy cycles, get unstuck, and move forward.
John Castillo
Counselor, MSEd, LMHC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Ridgewood, NY 11385
Waitlist for new clients
I am a licensed mental health counselor who believes in using a positive therapeutic partnership to help you create the change you are looking for. Over the past 8 years, being a mental health advocate and practitioner has allowed me to work with a variety of ethnic/cultural backgrounds, genders, and people of all ages. My passion has been focused on helping others who experience anxiety, depression, major life changes, stress, and trauma. Our work together will be focused on you achieving your goals and removing barriers to your personal success.
I am a licensed mental health counselor who believes in using a positive therapeutic partnership to help you create the change you are looking for. Over the past 8 years, being a mental health advocate and practitioner has allowed me to work with a variety of ethnic/cultural backgrounds, genders, and people of all ages. My passion has been focused on helping others who experience anxiety, depression, major life changes, stress, and trauma. Our work together will be focused on you achieving your goals and removing barriers to your personal success.
Please call me Billy! I am a clinical psychologist in telehealth private practice, with almost fifteen years' experience. My clients are often burdened by trauma, grief, and stress. They are wondering if it's even possible to feel better. In therapy, we approach this question thoughtfully and deeply. We don't shy away from the realities, and we trust the healing process to produce new life and energy for the struggle.
Please call me Billy! I am a clinical psychologist in telehealth private practice, with almost fifteen years' experience. My clients are often burdened by trauma, grief, and stress. They are wondering if it's even possible to feel better. In therapy, we approach this question thoughtfully and deeply. We don't shy away from the realities, and we trust the healing process to produce new life and energy for the struggle.
Geoffrey M. Golia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Ridgewood, NY 11385 (Online Only)
I believe the process of therapy has the potential to help people radically transform their lives. Whether you are looking for support around a specific issue or challenge in your life, dealing with depression or anxiety, struggling with substance use and addiction, or looking to improve your relationships, I seek to create a space that balances support and accountability while facilitating healing and growth. Throughout my career, I have worked with people from many different communities, and I am proud to provide care that is inclusive and affirming. I also provide clinical supervision services for clinicians.
I believe the process of therapy has the potential to help people radically transform their lives. Whether you are looking for support around a specific issue or challenge in your life, dealing with depression or anxiety, struggling with substance use and addiction, or looking to improve your relationships, I seek to create a space that balances support and accountability while facilitating healing and growth. Throughout my career, I have worked with people from many different communities, and I am proud to provide care that is inclusive and affirming. I also provide clinical supervision services for clinicians.
My mission as a therapist is to serve my clients in whatever fashion they may need. My approach is to have us collaborate in a way to not only help you FEEL better, but to actually BE better. Lets work towards being your ideal self. I pull from many psychotherapy orientations in an integrative way and am always striving to learn more. I incorporate knowledge from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychoanalysis, Client-focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Existential Therapy, and more. In addition, I incorporate knowledge acquired from over a decade of studying psychology. This background includes supervising other therapists.
My mission as a therapist is to serve my clients in whatever fashion they may need. My approach is to have us collaborate in a way to not only help you FEEL better, but to actually BE better. Lets work towards being your ideal self. I pull from many psychotherapy orientations in an integrative way and am always striving to learn more. I incorporate knowledge from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychoanalysis, Client-focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Existential Therapy, and more. In addition, I incorporate knowledge acquired from over a decade of studying psychology. This background includes supervising other therapists.
My ideal clients are adolescents, adults, seniors, couples, and families dealing with obesity and chronic conditions. They seek support to manage their health effectively, improve their quality of life, and achieve sustainable wellness. Their goals often include weight management, reducing the impact of chronic illnesses, and enhancing overall health. They want personalized care that considers their unique circumstances and provides a path to lasting health improvements.
My ideal clients are adolescents, adults, seniors, couples, and families dealing with obesity and chronic conditions. They seek support to manage their health effectively, improve their quality of life, and achieve sustainable wellness. Their goals often include weight management, reducing the impact of chronic illnesses, and enhancing overall health. They want personalized care that considers their unique circumstances and provides a path to lasting health improvements.
Peter A Hill
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Ridgewood, NY 11385 (Online Only)
Are your kids driving you crazy? Putting a strain on your marriage? Are you the parent of a young adult who can't seem to leave the nest? Do you worry that your kids don't have the wherewithal to make it on their own? Are you a young adult struggling to find your way? Times of transition can be frustrating and painful for families. It's important to know that it can happen to anyone and it is not your fault. There is a pathway out!
Are your kids driving you crazy? Putting a strain on your marriage? Are you the parent of a young adult who can't seem to leave the nest? Do you worry that your kids don't have the wherewithal to make it on their own? Are you a young adult struggling to find your way? Times of transition can be frustrating and painful for families. It's important to know that it can happen to anyone and it is not your fault. There is a pathway out!
I work with a variety of people whose active, creative lives have been interrupted by depression, mania, anxiety, mourning, and trauma. Psychotherapy with me is a process of guided expression. Thoughts and feelings, dreams and fantasies, desires and fears are given voice – loud, clear, and without judgment. The experience of formulating authentic verbal and emotional expressions can be transformative in and of itself. Also, as patterns in your way of being become clear, you can begin to consider alternatives, find courage to change, and experience what is commonly known as freedom.
I work with a variety of people whose active, creative lives have been interrupted by depression, mania, anxiety, mourning, and trauma. Psychotherapy with me is a process of guided expression. Thoughts and feelings, dreams and fantasies, desires and fears are given voice – loud, clear, and without judgment. The experience of formulating authentic verbal and emotional expressions can be transformative in and of itself. Also, as patterns in your way of being become clear, you can begin to consider alternatives, find courage to change, and experience what is commonly known as freedom.
Daniel Bernatowicz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ridgewood, NY 11385
Through various experiences working with teens, adults, and seniors I was able to utilize integrative practice methods, including spirituality, CBT, and life experience to best help another individual redevelop his/her idea of life's journey.
Through various experiences working with teens, adults, and seniors I was able to utilize integrative practice methods, including spirituality, CBT, and life experience to best help another individual redevelop his/her idea of life's journey.
Javier M. Matos
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CASAC-2, PC
Verified Verified
Ridgewood, NY 11385
My practice provides the finest quality of therapeutic services to a diverse range of clients without any type of discrimination. Together we can develop strong coping skills in dealing with your drug addiction/ alcoholism problems. To overcome your traumas related to physical, emotional, sexual or religious abuse. To brake away from the debilitating effects of depression, anxiety, phobias, panic attacks and recover the control of your life. We can create a safe place for you to share your deepest fears, concerns and good moments. When dealing with your kids/adolescents, they will want to come to therapy willingly.
My practice provides the finest quality of therapeutic services to a diverse range of clients without any type of discrimination. Together we can develop strong coping skills in dealing with your drug addiction/ alcoholism problems. To overcome your traumas related to physical, emotional, sexual or religious abuse. To brake away from the debilitating effects of depression, anxiety, phobias, panic attacks and recover the control of your life. We can create a safe place for you to share your deepest fears, concerns and good moments. When dealing with your kids/adolescents, they will want to come to therapy willingly.
Life can be challenging at times as you deal with the stressors of trying to manage time, school, work, parenting, relationships, or marriage. Often, we ignore the impact these stressors have on our mental wellness, and it can lead to stress and anxiety. Sometimes, it’s just hard to cope and you are not alone. I would like to help mediate your troubles and promote healing by helping you develop strategies that can help reduce anxieties and stress. Together, we will work to develop coping skills to manage the problems that brought you to this point in your life.
Life can be challenging at times as you deal with the stressors of trying to manage time, school, work, parenting, relationships, or marriage. Often, we ignore the impact these stressors have on our mental wellness, and it can lead to stress and anxiety. Sometimes, it’s just hard to cope and you are not alone. I would like to help mediate your troubles and promote healing by helping you develop strategies that can help reduce anxieties and stress. Together, we will work to develop coping skills to manage the problems that brought you to this point in your life.
New Generation Mental Health Counseling
Counselor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ridgewood, NY 11385 (Online Only)
At New Generation Mental Health Counseling, we envision our ideal clients as individuals—adolescents and adults—who are striving to navigate the complexities of their mental and emotional landscapes. They may be facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, stress, or transitional life changes. Their needs are diverse, ranging from seeking understanding and coping mechanisms to exploring deep-seated emotions and behaviors. Their goals are unified in the desire to lead happier, healthier lives, filled with resilience and personal growth.
At New Generation Mental Health Counseling, we envision our ideal clients as individuals—adolescents and adults—who are striving to navigate the complexities of their mental and emotional landscapes. They may be facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, stress, or transitional life changes. Their needs are diverse, ranging from seeking understanding and coping mechanisms to exploring deep-seated emotions and behaviors. Their goals are unified in the desire to lead happier, healthier lives, filled with resilience and personal growth.
My therapeutic approach is rooted in evidence-based and trauma-informed care. I am conscious of the fact that marginalized communities often bear significant forms of trauma, stemming from discrimination, violence, and the numerous faces of oppression. As a minority individual aligning with several communities, this understanding has fueled my dedication to studying and practicing various modalities and techniques, such as Psychodynamic, Cognitive, Humanistic, and Integrative therapies. With this, our sessions will be tailored to your needs, pace, and goals.
My therapeutic approach is rooted in evidence-based and trauma-informed care. I am conscious of the fact that marginalized communities often bear significant forms of trauma, stemming from discrimination, violence, and the numerous faces of oppression. As a minority individual aligning with several communities, this understanding has fueled my dedication to studying and practicing various modalities and techniques, such as Psychodynamic, Cognitive, Humanistic, and Integrative therapies. With this, our sessions will be tailored to your needs, pace, and goals.
Hello everyone, please welcome and allow me to first begin in thanking you. The choice to start therapy isn’t always easy, sometimes it is the most difficult thing to do is to even consider it, then admit you want/need it before even taking the steps to start, but you are not alone on this journey. Perhaps there has been times that you have found yourself feeling stressed, down, lacking confidence, or stuck in a pattern that no longer serves you. Perhaps you’re ready to take steps toward changes but feel stuck or unsure where to start. Or even feeling lost in your relationships in life or even disconnected from them.
Hello everyone, please welcome and allow me to first begin in thanking you. The choice to start therapy isn’t always easy, sometimes it is the most difficult thing to do is to even consider it, then admit you want/need it before even taking the steps to start, but you are not alone on this journey. Perhaps there has been times that you have found yourself feeling stressed, down, lacking confidence, or stuck in a pattern that no longer serves you. Perhaps you’re ready to take steps toward changes but feel stuck or unsure where to start. Or even feeling lost in your relationships in life or even disconnected from them.
I was initially drawn to mental health counseling because of the accepting, open-minded, and holistic nature of the field. I work from a flexible, client-centered framework, incorporating elements of several therapeutic styles based on my client’s desires. I am passionate about increasing the accessibility of mental health services and maintaining a strong focus of social justice through advocacy and empowerment in my practice.
I was initially drawn to mental health counseling because of the accepting, open-minded, and holistic nature of the field. I work from a flexible, client-centered framework, incorporating elements of several therapeutic styles based on my client’s desires. I am passionate about increasing the accessibility of mental health services and maintaining a strong focus of social justice through advocacy and empowerment in my practice.
Scott Christnelly
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Ridgewood, NY 11385 (Online Only)
Hi! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New York and I've been helping people in various settings for 24 years. I assist clients in getting in touch with their authentic self. This can look like being free from limiting beliefs, reacting less in stressful situations, and living life according to your values instead of what others think you should do or be. By learning how to relate to thoughts differently, you can experience more freedom in making healthy life choices and make decisions in line with your interests and values.
Hi! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New York and I've been helping people in various settings for 24 years. I assist clients in getting in touch with their authentic self. This can look like being free from limiting beliefs, reacting less in stressful situations, and living life according to your values instead of what others think you should do or be. By learning how to relate to thoughts differently, you can experience more freedom in making healthy life choices and make decisions in line with your interests and values.
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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.