Male Therapists in City Center East, Philadelphia, PA
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Peter Zook
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
City Center East, Philadelphia, PA 19107 (Online Only)
Hi there, I am here to get you feeling better and for that to last. I provide compassionate therapy that meets you where you are and helps you get to where you want to be. Whatever is bringing you into therapy, I will be there with you along the way. Together we’ll get to the root of what’s going on and figure out what it is you need to better manage your mental health. We’ll increase insight and self-awareness while finding better coping mechanisms that nourish you. We’ll understand and undo deeper pains, which leads to lasting change for more meaning and fulfillment in your life. Let’s talk and figure things out.
Hi there, I am here to get you feeling better and for that to last. I provide compassionate therapy that meets you where you are and helps you get to where you want to be. Whatever is bringing you into therapy, I will be there with you along the way. Together we’ll get to the root of what’s going on and figure out what it is you need to better manage your mental health. We’ll increase insight and self-awareness while finding better coping mechanisms that nourish you. We’ll understand and undo deeper pains, which leads to lasting change for more meaning and fulfillment in your life. Let’s talk and figure things out.
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Chris McKee
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
City Center East, Philadelphia, PA 19109
I work with adult individuals experiencing trauma, anxiety, relationship difficulties and many other concerns using IFS.
Feeling anxious, depressed or overwhelmed? Want to improve your relationships? Challenging times can also be opportunities because they activate the parts of us that need healing. This can also cause extreme feelings and thoughts to hijack us, making us feel overwhelmed or stuck. I truly believe we each have everything we need to live from a place of calm, courage, curiosity, and creativity. We just need to release the obstacles and burdens we carry and learn how to relate to ourselves differently.
I work with adult individuals experiencing trauma, anxiety, relationship difficulties and many other concerns using IFS.
Feeling anxious, depressed or overwhelmed? Want to improve your relationships? Challenging times can also be opportunities because they activate the parts of us that need healing. This can also cause extreme feelings and thoughts to hijack us, making us feel overwhelmed or stuck. I truly believe we each have everything we need to live from a place of calm, courage, curiosity, and creativity. We just need to release the obstacles and burdens we carry and learn how to relate to ourselves differently.
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Aporia Group LLC: Deborah Blastic and Ian Sill
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, LCSW
Verified Verified
City Center East, Philadelphia, PA 19147
We specialize in addressing substance abuse and practice Imago Relationship Therapy for couples. Our aim is to assist the individual and their loved ones into a recovery program that works. We are dedicated to this process and understand how confusing it is. Imago Relationship Therapy came to us as an outgrowth of our recognition that people in recovery need help with relationships and families need support. Our interest in Imago expanded our philosophical approach to therapy and and provided us a skill set useful for any couple seeking to improve their relationship. To learn more about Imago please see: imagorelationshipswork.com
We specialize in addressing substance abuse and practice Imago Relationship Therapy for couples. Our aim is to assist the individual and their loved ones into a recovery program that works. We are dedicated to this process and understand how confusing it is. Imago Relationship Therapy came to us as an outgrowth of our recognition that people in recovery need help with relationships and families need support. Our interest in Imago expanded our philosophical approach to therapy and and provided us a skill set useful for any couple seeking to improve their relationship. To learn more about Imago please see: imagorelationshipswork.com
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Luke Romano
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
City Center East, Philadelphia, PA 19106
My areas of expertise include challenges navigating social life, relationships, and life transitions, coping with traumatic experiences, and understanding complex family dynamics. With advanced training in relational psychodynamic therapy, I specialize in trauma informed mental health treatment based on the development of a strong therapeutic relationship. My goal is to create a comfortable and judgment free therapeutic space within which children, youth, and adults can explore, heal, and grow.
My areas of expertise include challenges navigating social life, relationships, and life transitions, coping with traumatic experiences, and understanding complex family dynamics. With advanced training in relational psychodynamic therapy, I specialize in trauma informed mental health treatment based on the development of a strong therapeutic relationship. My goal is to create a comfortable and judgment free therapeutic space within which children, youth, and adults can explore, heal, and grow.
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Logan Hall
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
17 Endorsed
City Center East, Philadelphia, PA 19107
As a practicing clinical social worker and psychotherapist with a private practice, I provide talk therapy to individuals. My areas of expertise include treating depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, life transitions, and relationship issues. Prior to my private practice, I have had experience working as a therapist at a community mental health center, as well as serving as a helpline specialist for a crisis hotline. I have pursued post-graduate training through didactic coursework, personal psychotherapy, and ongoing case consultation with senior colleagues.
As a practicing clinical social worker and psychotherapist with a private practice, I provide talk therapy to individuals. My areas of expertise include treating depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, life transitions, and relationship issues. Prior to my private practice, I have had experience working as a therapist at a community mental health center, as well as serving as a helpline specialist for a crisis hotline. I have pursued post-graduate training through didactic coursework, personal psychotherapy, and ongoing case consultation with senior colleagues.
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Justin Voss
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
City Center East, Philadelphia, PA 19107 (Online Only)
Justin Voss is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the state of Pennsylvania, with a master's degree in clinical social work from Temple University. He has completed training in motivational interviewing, trauma-focused CBT, attachment based family therapy, and extensive workshops in trans related care following his graduate education. His primary area of expertise is working with young adults/adults that identify under the LGBTQ+ umbrella. Justin's clinical interests include LGBTQ, sexual identity, gender identity, kink, polyamory, and non-monogamous relationships.
Justin Voss is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the state of Pennsylvania, with a master's degree in clinical social work from Temple University. He has completed training in motivational interviewing, trauma-focused CBT, attachment based family therapy, and extensive workshops in trans related care following his graduate education. His primary area of expertise is working with young adults/adults that identify under the LGBTQ+ umbrella. Justin's clinical interests include LGBTQ, sexual identity, gender identity, kink, polyamory, and non-monogamous relationships.
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Damon Constantinides
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
City Center East, Philadelphia, PA 19107
Waitlist for new clients
These are uncertain times. Therapy can be an anchor as we all weather the unpredictable circumstances of our lives and the world around us. It can be a place to grow, heal, or make changes in your live that feel difficult. I work with clients who need help managing anxiety, are feeling sad or confused, or are going through a hard time. I see my job as sitting next to you, seeing the world through your eyes, and helping you come up with the plan that's right for you. I come from a relational and social justice perspective and bring tools from narrative therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and mindfulness based stress reduction.
These are uncertain times. Therapy can be an anchor as we all weather the unpredictable circumstances of our lives and the world around us. It can be a place to grow, heal, or make changes in your live that feel difficult. I work with clients who need help managing anxiety, are feeling sad or confused, or are going through a hard time. I see my job as sitting next to you, seeing the world through your eyes, and helping you come up with the plan that's right for you. I come from a relational and social justice perspective and bring tools from narrative therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and mindfulness based stress reduction.
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Jared Ross Korelitz-Golant
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
City Center East, Philadelphia, PA 19107
I know how many mental health appointments simply leave a person feeling that they have one more knot to undo, one more stuck point lingering.
I help you get to the heart of your inner conflicts with questions like: What are the different parts of your personality? Why do you keep repeating the same patterns over and over? Why do you choose one emotional response over another? If you're experiencing addictive patterns (either to substances or behaviors), I can help you find autonomy even if you feel you're self-sabotaging. I am also adept at addressing men's issues, trauma, anxiety, and depression. Anyone who is committed to self-reflection will benefit from my non-pathologizing approach to emotional balance.
I know how many mental health appointments simply leave a person feeling that they have one more knot to undo, one more stuck point lingering.
I help you get to the heart of your inner conflicts with questions like: What are the different parts of your personality? Why do you keep repeating the same patterns over and over? Why do you choose one emotional response over another? If you're experiencing addictive patterns (either to substances or behaviors), I can help you find autonomy even if you feel you're self-sabotaging. I am also adept at addressing men's issues, trauma, anxiety, and depression. Anyone who is committed to self-reflection will benefit from my non-pathologizing approach to emotional balance.
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Michael Sugar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
City Center East, Philadelphia, PA 19106 (Online Only)
My therapeutic approach utilizes a Narrative perspective while blending Cognitive and Mindfulness models. I use these perspectives to tailor a wellness plan that fits your needs. I emphasize expression and a holistic approach.
My therapeutic approach utilizes a Narrative perspective while blending Cognitive and Mindfulness models. I use these perspectives to tailor a wellness plan that fits your needs. I emphasize expression and a holistic approach.
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Nicholas Del Pesco
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
City Center East, Philadelphia, PA 19106 (Online Only)
Not feeling like yourself? Stuck in obsessive loops? Struggling with low or unpredictable mood? You don't have to keep repeating dysfunctional patterns or remain in chronic states of depression and anxiety. Through exploring your issues with a non-judgmental therapist, you can regain a sense of mastery and well-being in your life. Give yourself the time and attention that you deserve.
Not feeling like yourself? Stuck in obsessive loops? Struggling with low or unpredictable mood? You don't have to keep repeating dysfunctional patterns or remain in chronic states of depression and anxiety. Through exploring your issues with a non-judgmental therapist, you can regain a sense of mastery and well-being in your life. Give yourself the time and attention that you deserve.
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Noah E Sideman
Psychologist, PsyD, NCSP, CBIS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
City Center East, Philadelphia, PA 19106
Addressing mental health problems, cognitive difficulties, or academic issues can be frustrating. It it is my goal to make the entire process as straightforward and collaborative as possible. I am down to earth and authentic with my patients which helps create the foundation for effective and lasting treatment. As a Neuropsychologist and School Psychologist who provides both evaluation and therapy services I have the unique opportunity to both evaluate and treat. Please let me assist you in addressing the issues you are concerned with and providing you the answers to the questions you have.
Addressing mental health problems, cognitive difficulties, or academic issues can be frustrating. It it is my goal to make the entire process as straightforward and collaborative as possible. I am down to earth and authentic with my patients which helps create the foundation for effective and lasting treatment. As a Neuropsychologist and School Psychologist who provides both evaluation and therapy services I have the unique opportunity to both evaluate and treat. Please let me assist you in addressing the issues you are concerned with and providing you the answers to the questions you have.
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Brian Hainstock
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
City Center East, Philadelphia, PA 19107
With nearly 30 years of experience doing psychotherapy and with a number of treatment approaches, we can create a working partnership that will help you address whatever is impeding your emotional growth. We welcome people from all walks of life and have experience working with a wide range of issues. In-house psychiatric evaluations and medication monitoring are also available (search for Dr Robert McFadden).
With nearly 30 years of experience doing psychotherapy and with a number of treatment approaches, we can create a working partnership that will help you address whatever is impeding your emotional growth. We welcome people from all walks of life and have experience working with a wide range of issues. In-house psychiatric evaluations and medication monitoring are also available (search for Dr Robert McFadden).
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Jacob Miller
Pre-Licensed Professional, MEd
Verified Verified
City Center East, Philadelphia, PA 19109
We find true heroism in seemingly ordinary everyday life. These heroics might look like getting cut off in traffic and keeping your cool, finding the courage to ask your boss for a raise, or deciding to bravely take your life in a new direction. The road to becoming the hero of your own story stems from finding the balance between being accountable for what is in your control and accepting what is outside of your control.
We find true heroism in seemingly ordinary everyday life. These heroics might look like getting cut off in traffic and keeping your cool, finding the courage to ask your boss for a raise, or deciding to bravely take your life in a new direction. The road to becoming the hero of your own story stems from finding the balance between being accountable for what is in your control and accepting what is outside of your control.
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Neil Warshafsky
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
City Center East, Philadelphia, PA 19107 (Online Only)
Even if you've done this before, it's not always an easy decision to find a therapist. I appreciate that you're taking this step toward finding someone you feel might be a good fit. Therapy is most successful when a person feels some connection with their therapist. I take a down-to-earth, supportive, conversational approach that, especially at first, helps sessions feel comfortable and allows some time for us to get to know each other. I believe how we see ourselves is rooted in our history and that it can be powerful to identify ways we learned to think about ourselves and others.
Even if you've done this before, it's not always an easy decision to find a therapist. I appreciate that you're taking this step toward finding someone you feel might be a good fit. Therapy is most successful when a person feels some connection with their therapist. I take a down-to-earth, supportive, conversational approach that, especially at first, helps sessions feel comfortable and allows some time for us to get to know each other. I believe how we see ourselves is rooted in our history and that it can be powerful to identify ways we learned to think about ourselves and others.
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Adam J. Edmunds
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
City Center East, Philadelphia, PA 19109 (Online Only)
Thanks for your interest in seeking therapy with me. If you are tired of being stressed, sad, unhappy, unheard, confused and need a place to process and make sense of your experiences, I offer a supportive and non-judgmental space to talk and to be heard. To me, therapy is a collaborative effort where we engage in conversations about yourself and your life in order to help you cope, heal, improve, and understand--where you can work on being the better you that you want to be. I appreciate your desire to be vulnerable and reflective.
Thanks for your interest in seeking therapy with me. If you are tired of being stressed, sad, unhappy, unheard, confused and need a place to process and make sense of your experiences, I offer a supportive and non-judgmental space to talk and to be heard. To me, therapy is a collaborative effort where we engage in conversations about yourself and your life in order to help you cope, heal, improve, and understand--where you can work on being the better you that you want to be. I appreciate your desire to be vulnerable and reflective.
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Handspring Health - Support for Children
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
City Center East, Philadelphia, PA 19109 (Online Only)
Handspring is a modern mental health clinic that provides personalized, evidence-based behavioral care for children, adolescents, and young adults. We support children (ages 10-18) and young adults (ages 18-24) who are struggling with anxiety, depression, or behavioral difficulties. Our therapeutic approaches include CBT, DBT, organizational skills training, behavior therapy, exposure & response prevention, and parent management training.
Handspring is a modern mental health clinic that provides personalized, evidence-based behavioral care for children, adolescents, and young adults. We support children (ages 10-18) and young adults (ages 18-24) who are struggling with anxiety, depression, or behavioral difficulties. Our therapeutic approaches include CBT, DBT, organizational skills training, behavior therapy, exposure & response prevention, and parent management training.
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Dr. Mitch-Lisa Marriage/Couples Workshops/Seminars
PsyD, MSW, Life, Coach
Verified Verified
City Center East, Philadelphia, PA 19106
Mitch PsyD & Lisa Relationship Coach (30 Years) are truly very Caring Professional's having a Male/Female Perspective on your Relationship.
Relationships in Crisis: We Have Several Private Couples/Marriage Workshops & Seminars, in order to Rapidly Accelerate Your Healing & Your Communication Process (Traditional 45 min. session (Simply Does Not Work). During these 2 to 4 weeks, we will see both of you Together & Individually, as well as Help each of you Learn the Art of Empathy, Sensitivity & Compassion. These Workshops/Seminars are Designed to be Informative & Powerful, in order to Accelerate Your Healing Process & Stop any further Damage from Occurring. Our Success RATE is 85% of Our Couples that have Successfully Completed Our Couples Workshops or Alcohol Treatment.
Mitch PsyD & Lisa Relationship Coach (30 Years) are truly very Caring Professional's having a Male/Female Perspective on your Relationship.
Relationships in Crisis: We Have Several Private Couples/Marriage Workshops & Seminars, in order to Rapidly Accelerate Your Healing & Your Communication Process (Traditional 45 min. session (Simply Does Not Work). During these 2 to 4 weeks, we will see both of you Together & Individually, as well as Help each of you Learn the Art of Empathy, Sensitivity & Compassion. These Workshops/Seminars are Designed to be Informative & Powerful, in order to Accelerate Your Healing Process & Stop any further Damage from Occurring. Our Success RATE is 85% of Our Couples that have Successfully Completed Our Couples Workshops or Alcohol Treatment.
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John Kreitzberg
Associate Professional Counselor , MS
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
City Center East, Philadelphia, PA 19106
Waitlist for new clients
I am specializing in work with male-identifying, gender non-conforming, and queer survivors of childhood sexual abuse.
I believe past experiences can have a lasting impact on the present in ways that are sometimes hard to make sense of, such as negative relationship patterns, feeling stuck or overwhelmed, anger, shame, confusion, intimacy issues, concerns connected to gender identity and sexuality, or just doing things in life that aren’t working but you don’t understand why. My work helps people gain insight into how the past may be impacting the present, and foster the strength to express and stay true to their own needs and desires.
I am specializing in work with male-identifying, gender non-conforming, and queer survivors of childhood sexual abuse.
I believe past experiences can have a lasting impact on the present in ways that are sometimes hard to make sense of, such as negative relationship patterns, feeling stuck or overwhelmed, anger, shame, confusion, intimacy issues, concerns connected to gender identity and sexuality, or just doing things in life that aren’t working but you don’t understand why. My work helps people gain insight into how the past may be impacting the present, and foster the strength to express and stay true to their own needs and desires.
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Most of us at one time or another encounter difficulties with others or ourselves. These difficulties can result in anxiety, depression or other symptoms, the treatment for which often is therapy. Therapy can be challenging in that it requires work to understand our emotions and our inner selves. Therefore I believe therapy is best conducted in an atmosphere of support, compassion, warmth and humor. My goal is to provide such an environment in which we are working together
Most of us at one time or another encounter difficulties with others or ourselves. These difficulties can result in anxiety, depression or other symptoms, the treatment for which often is therapy. Therapy can be challenging in that it requires work to understand our emotions and our inner selves. Therefore I believe therapy is best conducted in an atmosphere of support, compassion, warmth and humor. My goal is to provide such an environment in which we are working together
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Bryant Christie
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
City Center East, Philadelphia, PA 19107 (Online Only)
Life comes with its challenges, and in a world where there can at times seem to be a collective sense of pain, I view therapy as a journey that provides us with the opportunity to become more in tune with ourselves. In doing so, we develop new ways to prevail and thrive. Being a queer person of color, I have dedicated my time in the field to supporting those who have lived similar experiences to my own. In sessions, I seek to create a trusting relationship that highlights your strengths.
Life comes with its challenges, and in a world where there can at times seem to be a collective sense of pain, I view therapy as a journey that provides us with the opportunity to become more in tune with ourselves. In doing so, we develop new ways to prevail and thrive. Being a queer person of color, I have dedicated my time in the field to supporting those who have lived similar experiences to my own. In sessions, I seek to create a trusting relationship that highlights your strengths.
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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.