Men's Issues Therapists in Cromwell, CT

Keith Murphey
Licensed Professional Counselor, MAAT, LPC, ATR, EMDR
2 Endorsed
Cromwell, CT 06416
I am an LPC with over 25 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. I enjoy working with clients of all ages who experience a variety of symptoms related to trauma, anxiety, depression, and attachment difficulties. I provide a relaxing and judgement free environment allowing my clients to feel comfortable sharing their experiences. I use an integrative approach with an emphasis on EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapy. It is an evidence based model proven highly effective for treating symptoms of trauma, anxiety, panic attacks, phobias, intense feelings, and mood changes.
I am an LPC with over 25 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. I enjoy working with clients of all ages who experience a variety of symptoms related to trauma, anxiety, depression, and attachment difficulties. I provide a relaxing and judgement free environment allowing my clients to feel comfortable sharing their experiences. I use an integrative approach with an emphasis on EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapy. It is an evidence based model proven highly effective for treating symptoms of trauma, anxiety, panic attacks, phobias, intense feelings, and mood changes.
(860) 786-4032 View (860) 786-4032
Katie Chesanek
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Cromwell, CT 06416
Are you feeling anxious or depressed? Struggling with a life transition such as beginning college or a divorce? Grieving the loss of a loved one? The decision you have made to start therapy is an incredibly important first step in improving your quality of life and achieving your wellness goals. I am happy you are here!
Are you feeling anxious or depressed? Struggling with a life transition such as beginning college or a divorce? Grieving the loss of a loved one? The decision you have made to start therapy is an incredibly important first step in improving your quality of life and achieving your wellness goals. I am happy you are here!
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James Kratzke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
1 Endorsed
Cromwell, CT 06416
Struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, self-doubt, challenging relationships? I offer a compassionate, non-judgemental space to explore your experiences; understand your patterns; and begin building a more meaningful, balanced life. You don't have to have it all figured out, I am here to walk with you every step of the way. I believe that every person deserves to be truly seen, heard, and understood. I work with clients to navigate the challenges of anxiety, trauma, emotional intensity, and complex relationships. I offer a space where vulnerability is met with empathy, curiosity, respect, and attunement.
Struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, self-doubt, challenging relationships? I offer a compassionate, non-judgemental space to explore your experiences; understand your patterns; and begin building a more meaningful, balanced life. You don't have to have it all figured out, I am here to walk with you every step of the way. I believe that every person deserves to be truly seen, heard, and understood. I work with clients to navigate the challenges of anxiety, trauma, emotional intensity, and complex relationships. I offer a space where vulnerability is met with empathy, curiosity, respect, and attunement.
(860) 786-1489 View (860) 786-1489
Michele Binezewski
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Serves Area
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor working with adults struggling with anxiety, depression, grief/loss and trauma. I utilize a strength based approach to cognitive behavioral therapy. I have successfully engaged clients in a trusting therapeutic relationship, with over 25 years in the field helping people move forward in the lives. I encourage you to reach out and start your healing process.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor working with adults struggling with anxiety, depression, grief/loss and trauma. I utilize a strength based approach to cognitive behavioral therapy. I have successfully engaged clients in a trusting therapeutic relationship, with over 25 years in the field helping people move forward in the lives. I encourage you to reach out and start your healing process.
(860) 846-3771 View (860) 846-3771
Gregory Vaughn Besek
Verified Verified
Serves Area
There is an old saying: "Never give a sword to a person who can't dance". This wisdom speaks directly to minds that are stuck and cannot move rhythmically but are bound to fear, anxiety and neglect. When our minds become inflexible, we cut ourselves away from our intuitive self, causing suffering and pain. Only with the experience of standing unbiased and naked in "another's shoes" can we really know we are clear and authentic. When we become authentic, we receive confidence. Confidence begets creativity and with creativity we discover our life.
There is an old saying: "Never give a sword to a person who can't dance". This wisdom speaks directly to minds that are stuck and cannot move rhythmically but are bound to fear, anxiety and neglect. When our minds become inflexible, we cut ourselves away from our intuitive self, causing suffering and pain. Only with the experience of standing unbiased and naked in "another's shoes" can we really know we are clear and authentic. When we become authentic, we receive confidence. Confidence begets creativity and with creativity we discover our life.
(860) 331-8106 View (860) 331-8106
Erika Moses
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Serves Area
We are holding in-person and telehealth sessions. Do you face daily stress and struggle to stay organized? Are you or a family member juggling multiple roles like work, family, and relationships? As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I understand the overwhelming days and emotional toll. In my practice, I help people find balance in their lives. Through a supportive environment, individuals learn to take time for themselves and manage chronic emotional conditions.
We are holding in-person and telehealth sessions. Do you face daily stress and struggle to stay organized? Are you or a family member juggling multiple roles like work, family, and relationships? As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I understand the overwhelming days and emotional toll. In my practice, I help people find balance in their lives. Through a supportive environment, individuals learn to take time for themselves and manage chronic emotional conditions.
(203) 779-6374 View (203) 779-6374
Asha Patlikh
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MS
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
We all have unique stories: some are buried deep, some are open wounds, some we band aid and some we would rather forgot. Being able to have support and a safe place to look into these stories and then change the narrative to encompass the whole story requires a readiness to grow and heal from the inside out so that your new stories empower you and impact all of your relationships, including the relationship with yourself. Are you ready to heal and move into a more authentic and connected self?
We all have unique stories: some are buried deep, some are open wounds, some we band aid and some we would rather forgot. Being able to have support and a safe place to look into these stories and then change the narrative to encompass the whole story requires a readiness to grow and heal from the inside out so that your new stories empower you and impact all of your relationships, including the relationship with yourself. Are you ready to heal and move into a more authentic and connected self?
(860) 538-5460 View (860) 538-5460
Susan Wynne
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Serves Area
Rated Best Marriage Counselor 2024 by Quality Business Awards. As an Integrative Marriage, Couples and Individual Therapist my goal is to help you realize your true potential while providing you a supportive environment. During individual, couples or marriage therapy I will assist you in the understanding of your behavioral, communication patterns or negative perceptions within your relationships by applying complimentary approaches and techniques.
Rated Best Marriage Counselor 2024 by Quality Business Awards. As an Integrative Marriage, Couples and Individual Therapist my goal is to help you realize your true potential while providing you a supportive environment. During individual, couples or marriage therapy I will assist you in the understanding of your behavioral, communication patterns or negative perceptions within your relationships by applying complimentary approaches and techniques.
(860) 469-3726 View (860) 469-3726

More Therapists Nearby

Wil Ureña
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Online Only
You may be used to handling things on your own, being the person others depend on, or pushing through even when you're overwhelmed. On the outside, you may seem like you're managing, while privately dealing with anxiety, overthinking, relationship stress, anger, difficult past experiences, or simply feeling stuck. You don't have to wait until things fall apart to start working on yourself. I work with men and adults who want to better understand themselves, manage stress and anxiety, improve their relationships, and work through experiences that continue to affect them. My approach is collaborative, practical, and straightforward.
You may be used to handling things on your own, being the person others depend on, or pushing through even when you're overwhelmed. On the outside, you may seem like you're managing, while privately dealing with anxiety, overthinking, relationship stress, anger, difficult past experiences, or simply feeling stuck. You don't have to wait until things fall apart to start working on yourself. I work with men and adults who want to better understand themselves, manage stress and anxiety, improve their relationships, and work through experiences that continue to affect them. My approach is collaborative, practical, and straightforward.
(203) 793-0992 View (203) 793-0992
Brian C Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
2 Endorsed
Hartford, CT 06105
Congratulations!, first for identifying a problem and secondly for taking the difficult but important first step to connect with services. If we ignore what impacts our emotional well-being all other areas of our life can be affected. Having an attentive and supportive therapist to help you make sense of your experience and discover your unique strengths can make all the difference in moving past these obstacles.
Congratulations!, first for identifying a problem and secondly for taking the difficult but important first step to connect with services. If we ignore what impacts our emotional well-being all other areas of our life can be affected. Having an attentive and supportive therapist to help you make sense of your experience and discover your unique strengths can make all the difference in moving past these obstacles.
(959) 207-1805 View (959) 207-1805
Dr. Sean Robinson
Licensed Professional Counselor, PCC, LPC
Online Only
You might be in the middle of a big transition, or capable and accomplished on the outside while quietly carrying anxiety, burnout, or a sense that something isn't right. You might be wrestling with a hard decision, questioning a path you once felt sure of, or navigating questions of identity, belonging, and what it means to live authentically — including as an LGBTQ+, trans, non-binary, or gender-fluid person, or as a man working to engage more fully with your inner life. Together, we'll make sense of what's weighing on you and find a path forward that feels honest and right.
You might be in the middle of a big transition, or capable and accomplished on the outside while quietly carrying anxiety, burnout, or a sense that something isn't right. You might be wrestling with a hard decision, questioning a path you once felt sure of, or navigating questions of identity, belonging, and what it means to live authentically — including as an LGBTQ+, trans, non-binary, or gender-fluid person, or as a man working to engage more fully with your inner life. Together, we'll make sense of what's weighing on you and find a path forward that feels honest and right.
(860) 419-6834 View (860) 419-6834
Paul Benson
Professional Counselor Associate, LPCA
Naugatuck, CT 06770
Life doesn't always unfold the way we expect. Whether you're navigating anxiety, grief, relationship challenges, major life transitions, or simply feeling stuck, asking for help can be one of the most important steps you take. You don't have to figure everything out alone. I believe therapy works best as a collaborative process. Rather than telling you how you "should" live your life, I work alongside you to better understand your experiences, identify what's getting in your way, and help you move toward the life you want to build.
Life doesn't always unfold the way we expect. Whether you're navigating anxiety, grief, relationship challenges, major life transitions, or simply feeling stuck, asking for help can be one of the most important steps you take. You don't have to figure everything out alone. I believe therapy works best as a collaborative process. Rather than telling you how you "should" live your life, I work alongside you to better understand your experiences, identify what's getting in your way, and help you move toward the life you want to build.
(475) 259-2400 View (475) 259-2400
Mark Blanchard
Pre-Licensed Professional
New Haven, CT 06511
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate with 1 year of experience supporting clients through a variety of mental health challenges. I work with individuals across diverse backgrounds and diagnoses. My goal is to provide compassionate, individualized care that empowers clients to establish meaningful goals and make measurable progress. I am committed to fostering a safe, respectful therapeutic environment where clients feel heard and supported in their healing journey.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate with 1 year of experience supporting clients through a variety of mental health challenges. I work with individuals across diverse backgrounds and diagnoses. My goal is to provide compassionate, individualized care that empowers clients to establish meaningful goals and make measurable progress. I am committed to fostering a safe, respectful therapeutic environment where clients feel heard and supported in their healing journey.
(203) 601-7450 View (203) 601-7450
Brian McGovern, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
4 Endorsed
Hamden, CT 06517
Do you often find yourself feeling indecisive about opportunities in your life? Or do you sometimes feel like there are no opportunities at all? Do you feel a lack of connection with those around you even though you love them? Do you find yourself awake at night and nervous for no reason in particular? If so, you could be dealing depression or anxiety and just need help coping with the events in your life. If this sounds like you, you may benefit from working with a counselor. I specialize in helping clients learn how to reframe their negative thought patterns using a cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) approach.
Do you often find yourself feeling indecisive about opportunities in your life? Or do you sometimes feel like there are no opportunities at all? Do you feel a lack of connection with those around you even though you love them? Do you find yourself awake at night and nervous for no reason in particular? If so, you could be dealing depression or anxiety and just need help coping with the events in your life. If this sounds like you, you may benefit from working with a counselor. I specialize in helping clients learn how to reframe their negative thought patterns using a cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) approach.
(475) 244-9805 View (475) 244-9805
Ryan Shook
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
4 Endorsed
Madison, CT 06443
My practice is focused primarily on men's issues, LGBTQ
Hello! I'm currently accepting new clients. Are you feeling misunderstood, worried, stressed, down, angry or disconnected? Are relationships feeling challenging? Stuck dwelling on the past? Finding yourself repeating unhealthy habits? Having trouble navigating life? If any of this rings true, you are not alone. If you find that emotions are becoming hard to manage and you need a professional to work with, I’m glad that you are taking the first step with seeking therapy. My focus in therapy is working with men’s issues, LGBTQ+, anxiety, depression, trauma, self-discovery and adjustment issues.
My practice is focused primarily on men's issues, LGBTQ
Hello! I'm currently accepting new clients. Are you feeling misunderstood, worried, stressed, down, angry or disconnected? Are relationships feeling challenging? Stuck dwelling on the past? Finding yourself repeating unhealthy habits? Having trouble navigating life? If any of this rings true, you are not alone. If you find that emotions are becoming hard to manage and you need a professional to work with, I’m glad that you are taking the first step with seeking therapy. My focus in therapy is working with men’s issues, LGBTQ+, anxiety, depression, trauma, self-discovery and adjustment issues.
(475) 405-2736 View (475) 405-2736
Jordyn Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Branford, CT 06405
Sometimes things build up to a point where it's hard to make sense of what you're feeling or how to move forward. It's not always easy to slow down long enough to understand what's really going on beneath the surface. I see therapy as a place where you can step back from everything you've been carrying and explore your thoughts, emotions, and life experiences in a supportive, non-judgmental space. Much of my work involves supporting individuals through anxiety, stress, life transitions, and the impact of trauma, while building insight, healthier ways of coping, and a stronger sense of direction.
Sometimes things build up to a point where it's hard to make sense of what you're feeling or how to move forward. It's not always easy to slow down long enough to understand what's really going on beneath the surface. I see therapy as a place where you can step back from everything you've been carrying and explore your thoughts, emotions, and life experiences in a supportive, non-judgmental space. Much of my work involves supporting individuals through anxiety, stress, life transitions, and the impact of trauma, while building insight, healthier ways of coping, and a stronger sense of direction.
(475) 264-5476 View (475) 264-5476
Ian Friedrich
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
West Hartford, CT 06119
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 7 years of experience in various mental health settings. I am passionate about providing effective and competent care to support my clients in achieving their personal and clinical goals. I specialize in working with clients who struggle with traits of borderline personality disorder, depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, and concerns regarding sexuality and gender expression. I obtained my Master of Social Work from the University of Connecticut.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 7 years of experience in various mental health settings. I am passionate about providing effective and competent care to support my clients in achieving their personal and clinical goals. I specialize in working with clients who struggle with traits of borderline personality disorder, depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, and concerns regarding sexuality and gender expression. I obtained my Master of Social Work from the University of Connecticut.
(860) 407-5378 View (860) 407-5378
Sheila Hageman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS, MFA, RYT
Serves Area
If you struggle with limiting beliefs, trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, Internet or porn addiction, body image, or sexual issues or abuse, my holistically focused approach to therapy can help you find your center again. I support teens and young adults navigating change, as well as adults dealing with complexities of abusive relationships or narcissistic partners. I support women and men who are tired of just having their therapist nod and want help to create change. Sex-workers welcomed! Judgment-free zone. My practice is built on a foundation of radical acceptance, empathy, and respect for all your experiences.
If you struggle with limiting beliefs, trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, Internet or porn addiction, body image, or sexual issues or abuse, my holistically focused approach to therapy can help you find your center again. I support teens and young adults navigating change, as well as adults dealing with complexities of abusive relationships or narcissistic partners. I support women and men who are tired of just having their therapist nod and want help to create change. Sex-workers welcomed! Judgment-free zone. My practice is built on a foundation of radical acceptance, empathy, and respect for all your experiences.
(475) 476-1706 View (475) 476-1706
Daniel Frazer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
I specialize in treating OCD and anxiety-related disorders, including panic attacks, social anxiety, and agoraphobia, with a strong focus on teens and adults. My training is extensive in evidence-based approaches such as ERP (Exposure and Response Prevention) and I-CBT (Inference-Based CBT). I also have deep experience supporting neurodivergent clients, including autism and ADHD. My approach is authentic, collaborative, and focused on meaningful, lasting outcomes.
I specialize in treating OCD and anxiety-related disorders, including panic attacks, social anxiety, and agoraphobia, with a strong focus on teens and adults. My training is extensive in evidence-based approaches such as ERP (Exposure and Response Prevention) and I-CBT (Inference-Based CBT). I also have deep experience supporting neurodivergent clients, including autism and ADHD. My approach is authentic, collaborative, and focused on meaningful, lasting outcomes.
(203) 687-4161 View (203) 687-4161
Mark Boroski
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LADC
2 Endorsed
Guilford, CT 06437
I have spent the last 13 years working with individuals, families and couples on various issues- with a specialization on improving relationships, men's issues, dating, and improving mood or anxiety.
I utilize my specialties in family therapy, narrative therapy, CBT, and solution focused therapy with convenient virtual and in-person concierge therapy options based on your needs. Let's work on making practical life changes in real time or exploring deep seeded family issues to address the root of common issues.
I have spent the last 13 years working with individuals, families and couples on various issues- with a specialization on improving relationships, men's issues, dating, and improving mood or anxiety.
I utilize my specialties in family therapy, narrative therapy, CBT, and solution focused therapy with convenient virtual and in-person concierge therapy options based on your needs. Let's work on making practical life changes in real time or exploring deep seeded family issues to address the root of common issues.
(203) 632-9492 View (203) 632-9492

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Men's Issues Therapists
Is therapy for men different than it is for women?
Therapeutic treatments and types are the same for men as they are for women, with the same protocols followed and the same strategies employed. Discussing one’s feelings and emotions is an integral part of most therapies, and some men find doing so more challenging. Therapists can help clients through the process; some specialize in treating men for this reason.

How do you encourage a man to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express your concern and love for the person while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Offering specific examples of how an individual’s behavior affected either himself or others should be done with compassion and with empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.

How can men prepare for therapy?
Men can prepare for therapy by approaching the process with an open mind, being willing to talk about their challenges, and giving treatment the time to work. Before a session, an individual may want to reflect on how they’ve felt since the last session and what’s happened in their lives. It can be useful for men who struggle to recall their emotional states to write down notes between sessions about their response to a given event or how they were feeling at a particular time.

What should men know about the process of therapy?
One of the most common reasons men don’t seek therapy is the notion that there’s something wrong with them if they do. Men should know that just because they’re seeking therapy doesn’t mean they’re mentally ill or damaged in some way. In the same way people work on their bodies through exercise or a craft through practice, therapy can be a way to improve the mental and emotional skills needed to be productive and effective partners, employees, and people in all realms of life.