Male Therapists in Waitsfield, VT
![Photo of Edward Spaulding, PhD, Pre-Licensed Professional](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/8bc9624a-a0f1-4643-b2f8-03f6a1182d8d/1/320x400.jpeg)
Edward Spaulding
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
Verified Verified
Waitsfield, VT 05673 (Online Only)
Clients typically come to me seeking support and therapy for chronic conditions that involve managing high stress, understanding the mental health impacts of ailments, and treatment for conditions that can be addressed with outpatient therapy.
Clients typically come to me seeking support and therapy for chronic conditions that involve managing high stress, understanding the mental health impacts of ailments, and treatment for conditions that can be addressed with outpatient therapy.
![Photo of Gary D Frankel, MSW, LICSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/53ac4b56-938e-4ee2-a29f-9fc07a4159e8/3/320x400.jpeg)
Through over twenty years of experience I have come to realize the importance of true, meaningful client based relationships in order to help individuals find answers to difficult life challenges. Using an eclectic style firmly based in Motivational Enhancement and Cognitive Behavioral therapies, I strive to help my clients find meaning in their lives from within. Life is hard. Challenges never cease. Finding solid solutions that work, for personal issues is key to navigating the ups and downs we all face every day.
Through over twenty years of experience I have come to realize the importance of true, meaningful client based relationships in order to help individuals find answers to difficult life challenges. Using an eclectic style firmly based in Motivational Enhancement and Cognitive Behavioral therapies, I strive to help my clients find meaning in their lives from within. Life is hard. Challenges never cease. Finding solid solutions that work, for personal issues is key to navigating the ups and downs we all face every day.
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![Photo of Paul Brodie, LADC, MS, Drug & Alcohol Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/25955ffa-bb6c-4731-94b6-b743dc371a65/3/320x400.jpeg)
I approach addiction counseling from a growth mindset that any behavior can be changed through personal effort and a support network. My goal is to provide a safe and supportive environment for growth to any individual seeking change in their life regarding substance use and addiction. Fax number: (802) 622-8233
I approach addiction counseling from a growth mindset that any behavior can be changed through personal effort and a support network. My goal is to provide a safe and supportive environment for growth to any individual seeking change in their life regarding substance use and addiction. Fax number: (802) 622-8233
![Photo of Steven Ferrari, MA, Pre-Licensed Professional](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/dde4eb77-3b4e-46ca-b343-3117c91716cf/2/320x400.jpeg)
***Limited Spaces Available. Currently Accepting New Clients. Due to the large amount of families that I see, I can only accept new, adult individuals at this time. I'm available in Barre, VT*** Throughout my years in the field of mental health I've had the incredible opportunity to work with a wide range of clients from several different cultures, backgrounds, and socio-economic status. In addition to my strong clinical background, I have also worked in the field of forensics and substance abuse recovery.
***Limited Spaces Available. Currently Accepting New Clients. Due to the large amount of families that I see, I can only accept new, adult individuals at this time. I'm available in Barre, VT*** Throughout my years in the field of mental health I've had the incredible opportunity to work with a wide range of clients from several different cultures, backgrounds, and socio-economic status. In addition to my strong clinical background, I have also worked in the field of forensics and substance abuse recovery.
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Dave Contrada
Psychologist, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Northfield, VT 05663
Waitlist for new clients
The goal of my practice is to reduce suffering, expand personal freedom, and create a stable and joyous life for my patients. And because the problems people face in life are as unique as people themselves, I approach therapy in a highly personalized manner. I have experience working on a wide range of problems from adjustment to life stress and transforming pervasive negativity to managing and transforming complex mental and emotional pain.
The goal of my practice is to reduce suffering, expand personal freedom, and create a stable and joyous life for my patients. And because the problems people face in life are as unique as people themselves, I approach therapy in a highly personalized manner. I have experience working on a wide range of problems from adjustment to life stress and transforming pervasive negativity to managing and transforming complex mental and emotional pain.
![Photo of Glenn Soberman, PhD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3ba27509-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/1/320x400.jpeg)
You have struggled for so long to overcome your suffering and have tried various coping strategies – overeating, perhaps overdrinking, overworking, and numbing out. Maybe, you even tried individual therapy. Has any of this helped? Hopefully, your effort has sometimes taken the edge off your suffering, but you still feel ashamed and guilty while thinking, “What’s wrong with me?” Why can’t I stop feeling, thinking, and acting this way? You deserve credit for not giving up and keeping a glimmer of hope alive that change is possible despite not finding a solution to your pain and suffering. But something has to change.
You have struggled for so long to overcome your suffering and have tried various coping strategies – overeating, perhaps overdrinking, overworking, and numbing out. Maybe, you even tried individual therapy. Has any of this helped? Hopefully, your effort has sometimes taken the edge off your suffering, but you still feel ashamed and guilty while thinking, “What’s wrong with me?” Why can’t I stop feeling, thinking, and acting this way? You deserve credit for not giving up and keeping a glimmer of hope alive that change is possible despite not finding a solution to your pain and suffering. But something has to change.
Online Therapists
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Family experiences shape our functioning in relationships. Understanding the dynamics & patterns used can lead to better self management in relationships, whether in families, marriages, partnerships or in the workplace. As individuals increase self awareness they are better equipped to navigate the challenges presented to them. When individuals put efforts into changing themselves, I believe that interesting and creative ways of addressing challenges begin to emerge. Managing self requires the ability to find ways to step back from the moment to gain a broader perspective, to gather facts, to strengthen one's knowledge, and to think through a plan of action.
Family experiences shape our functioning in relationships. Understanding the dynamics & patterns used can lead to better self management in relationships, whether in families, marriages, partnerships or in the workplace. As individuals increase self awareness they are better equipped to navigate the challenges presented to them. When individuals put efforts into changing themselves, I believe that interesting and creative ways of addressing challenges begin to emerge. Managing self requires the ability to find ways to step back from the moment to gain a broader perspective, to gather facts, to strengthen one's knowledge, and to think through a plan of action.
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Dan Chiodo
Registered Psychotherapist, MS, CMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Burlington, VT 05401
Waitlist for new clients
Stress and challenges in life are often compounded with systemic oppression, relationship conflict, pain and societal pressure. This can make it difficult to access external resources as well as our intrinsic capacity for healing, creativity and fulfillment. I seek to work with people who want to become more aware of themselves so their potential and fulfillment can be realized and embodied. Together, in a space of confidential support, we can explore constraints and burdens, focus on your needs, and work towards your goals at a pace that feels comfortable for you.
Stress and challenges in life are often compounded with systemic oppression, relationship conflict, pain and societal pressure. This can make it difficult to access external resources as well as our intrinsic capacity for healing, creativity and fulfillment. I seek to work with people who want to become more aware of themselves so their potential and fulfillment can be realized and embodied. Together, in a space of confidential support, we can explore constraints and burdens, focus on your needs, and work towards your goals at a pace that feels comfortable for you.
![Photo of Douglas Engel, LCSW-R, LICSW, MPS, BA, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3cde71d8-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
Douglas Engel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, LICSW, MPS, BA
Verified Verified
Middlebury, VT 05753
For the past 30 years I have worked with a wide range of clients ranging from children and adolescents to older adults. I have a post graduate degree in family therapy from the Ackerman Institute in New York City, the most respected family therapy training program in the country. Currently I work with folks 17 - 80 and particularly enjoy marriage counseling and helping individuals and couples with sexual issues. I've helped individuals struggling with depression, grief, anger issues, anxiety and the effects of past trauma.
For the past 30 years I have worked with a wide range of clients ranging from children and adolescents to older adults. I have a post graduate degree in family therapy from the Ackerman Institute in New York City, the most respected family therapy training program in the country. Currently I work with folks 17 - 80 and particularly enjoy marriage counseling and helping individuals and couples with sexual issues. I've helped individuals struggling with depression, grief, anger issues, anxiety and the effects of past trauma.
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In a nutshell, my approach to psychotherapy is best described as a collaborative exploration of how our past experiences affect how we experience life in the present. Through better understanding of our own internal and external worlds, greater integration of emotional experience can occur, more positive meaning about ourselves, others, and life in general can be made, and authentic personal growth will result. Not only can distressing symptoms, such as anxiety, depression, and the effects of trauma, be reduced, but more full, satisfying, and resilient lives can be achieved.
In a nutshell, my approach to psychotherapy is best described as a collaborative exploration of how our past experiences affect how we experience life in the present. Through better understanding of our own internal and external worlds, greater integration of emotional experience can occur, more positive meaning about ourselves, others, and life in general can be made, and authentic personal growth will result. Not only can distressing symptoms, such as anxiety, depression, and the effects of trauma, be reduced, but more full, satisfying, and resilient lives can be achieved.
![Photo of John Langfitt, PhD, ABPP, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/57c07bee-71a7-4021-bd75-0d3a96a831b1/1/320x400.jpeg)
I offer therapy to clients who have struggled with anxiety, depression and physical symptoms that get worse with emotional stress. I also am a board-certified, clinical neuropsychologist who provides neuropsychological evaluations. I do NOT provide evaluations for ADHD. More information about me and my practice is at my website, www.johnlangfittphd.com
I offer therapy to clients who have struggled with anxiety, depression and physical symptoms that get worse with emotional stress. I also am a board-certified, clinical neuropsychologist who provides neuropsychological evaluations. I do NOT provide evaluations for ADHD. More information about me and my practice is at my website, www.johnlangfittphd.com
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Thomas Mock
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, ACSW, BCD
Verified Verified
Saint Albans, VT 05478
Choosing a therapist for yourself or loved one can be a difficult task. A true "Master" of the healing arts is one who has spent years learning, practicing, and refining their skills as a healer. Individuals, couples and families first entering into the therapeutic relationship often feel overwhelmed, confused, anxious and vulnerable. They need to feel safe by knowing that they are truly being heard and respected. They also need to trust that their therapist has sufficient experience to patiently guide them thru the process of self discovery on their path to wellness and feeling whole, perhaps for the first time in their life.
Choosing a therapist for yourself or loved one can be a difficult task. A true "Master" of the healing arts is one who has spent years learning, practicing, and refining their skills as a healer. Individuals, couples and families first entering into the therapeutic relationship often feel overwhelmed, confused, anxious and vulnerable. They need to feel safe by knowing that they are truly being heard and respected. They also need to trust that their therapist has sufficient experience to patiently guide them thru the process of self discovery on their path to wellness and feeling whole, perhaps for the first time in their life.
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Limited availability (08/15/24) - If you are struggling with strong feelings or relationships then you have come to the right place. Difficult experiences can overwhelm us at different stages in our lives which can lead to poor sleep/appetite, difficulties to connect, racing thoughts, and issues with finding ways to avoid these feelings. Maybe you have had some challenging or stressful experiences in the past, or they may be happening right now. If these experiences sound familiar to you, then perhaps you feel stuck in your life and don't smile as often as you would like. This can be difficult to carry alone.
Limited availability (08/15/24) - If you are struggling with strong feelings or relationships then you have come to the right place. Difficult experiences can overwhelm us at different stages in our lives which can lead to poor sleep/appetite, difficulties to connect, racing thoughts, and issues with finding ways to avoid these feelings. Maybe you have had some challenging or stressful experiences in the past, or they may be happening right now. If these experiences sound familiar to you, then perhaps you feel stuck in your life and don't smile as often as you would like. This can be difficult to carry alone.
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I've developed techniques based on my personality that help people change for the better as quickly, efficiently, and painlessly as possible. My ways of helping clients require me to understand how they think, compare it to the reality I see, and discuss the differences. After practicing as a clinical psychologist in rural Vermont for 36 years, I'm now a Solution-Focused Life Coach offering short term interventions to help solve minor or major feeling-related problems. I don't take notes. I don't bill insurance. To me confidentiality is a high priority.
I've developed techniques based on my personality that help people change for the better as quickly, efficiently, and painlessly as possible. My ways of helping clients require me to understand how they think, compare it to the reality I see, and discuss the differences. After practicing as a clinical psychologist in rural Vermont for 36 years, I'm now a Solution-Focused Life Coach offering short term interventions to help solve minor or major feeling-related problems. I don't take notes. I don't bill insurance. To me confidentiality is a high priority.
![Photo of Matt Tucker, Pre-Licensed Professional](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/674adcf6-0bfd-49c4-b11f-1c767f32aa1c/2/320x400.jpeg)
Everyone has their own path in life and their own meanings to make from their experiences. I see therapy as a place to uncover connections between past and present relationships, emotions and experiences and discover what is authentic and true for you. Together, we will explore your desires, existential questions, and patterns of relationships as a way to connect more deeply with yourself. For couples, we will work on communicating honestly and explore the defenses and dynamics that impact your ability to work together.
Everyone has their own path in life and their own meanings to make from their experiences. I see therapy as a place to uncover connections between past and present relationships, emotions and experiences and discover what is authentic and true for you. Together, we will explore your desires, existential questions, and patterns of relationships as a way to connect more deeply with yourself. For couples, we will work on communicating honestly and explore the defenses and dynamics that impact your ability to work together.
![Photo of Cesar Seveso, MA, PhD, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/ed55a88c-b28f-48a0-900a-f88a1242355c/1/320x400.jpeg)
I believe that the quality of our mind shapes the quality of our life. You can regain the freedom to choose how you feel and respond to challenges and difficulties while nurturing richer and happier relationships. My experience and training revolve around four major areas: anxiety, depression, trauma, and cancer. I know how to address your psychological distress with empathy and support, harnessing your strengths to master new coping skills. I view therapy as a collaborative effort and continually seek out feedback as to how treatment is progressing.
I believe that the quality of our mind shapes the quality of our life. You can regain the freedom to choose how you feel and respond to challenges and difficulties while nurturing richer and happier relationships. My experience and training revolve around four major areas: anxiety, depression, trauma, and cancer. I know how to address your psychological distress with empathy and support, harnessing your strengths to master new coping skills. I view therapy as a collaborative effort and continually seek out feedback as to how treatment is progressing.
![Photo of Ed Loewenton, MA, Registered Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3c9618e1-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
It is essentially human to seek physical safety, to belong to and be understood by others of our kind, and to know that we can control our lives and make a difference in our world. If you are struggling with emotional control, unwanted behavior, and difficulty with thinking and motivation, life can be especially hard.
It is essentially human to seek physical safety, to belong to and be understood by others of our kind, and to know that we can control our lives and make a difference in our world. If you are struggling with emotional control, unwanted behavior, and difficulty with thinking and motivation, life can be especially hard.
![Photo of Collin Hagood, LPC, LCMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/b83c6760-8c35-4202-93ba-e8c5bfdd419b/1/320x400.jpeg)
My aim is to help you address problematic ways of thinking, feeling, and behaving by way of examining the ways in which you perceive the world around you. The goal is to assist you in reaching a position of appreciation for your genuine self (for you are the perfect you!) and an acceptance of the events that occur in your life. I would be honored to take part in your journey of discovering the narratives which potentially distort reality and lead to discomfort, diminished self-worth, or other barriers to attaining contentment.
My aim is to help you address problematic ways of thinking, feeling, and behaving by way of examining the ways in which you perceive the world around you. The goal is to assist you in reaching a position of appreciation for your genuine self (for you are the perfect you!) and an acceptance of the events that occur in your life. I would be honored to take part in your journey of discovering the narratives which potentially distort reality and lead to discomfort, diminished self-worth, or other barriers to attaining contentment.
![Photo of Sawyer LeCompte, MS, LCMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/8f008a78-57a1-4043-8f15-43bee7f14960/2/320x400.jpeg)
I create a trusting, safe, and fulfilling bond with each client. From there, I follow your lead as we establish goals tailored to your challenges while slowly making strides towards a happier, more fulfilling, and healthier lifestyle. If you are someone that is interested in making changes for the better, while in a casual environment, then we are a good match!
I create a trusting, safe, and fulfilling bond with each client. From there, I follow your lead as we establish goals tailored to your challenges while slowly making strides towards a happier, more fulfilling, and healthier lifestyle. If you are someone that is interested in making changes for the better, while in a casual environment, then we are a good match!
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We all need support from time to time. We need someone who can listen. Someone to walk beside us. We can work together to help you stay connected to the positive skills you have. Together, we can find calm or work through past trauma. You may be at the beginning of a journey, in the middle or further along. Wherever you are, connect with someone who can provide encouragement and perspective. Children over 7 are welcome! We live in an ever changing world. Let's do something to help strengthen your foundation...for life!
We all need support from time to time. We need someone who can listen. Someone to walk beside us. We can work together to help you stay connected to the positive skills you have. Together, we can find calm or work through past trauma. You may be at the beginning of a journey, in the middle or further along. Wherever you are, connect with someone who can provide encouragement and perspective. Children over 7 are welcome! We live in an ever changing world. Let's do something to help strengthen your foundation...for life!
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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.