Male Therapists in Summit, NJ
I have been working with individuals and families since 1998. The majority of my work has been with adolescents and adults who struggle with a variety of psychiatric, emotional and behavioral issues in individual and group settings. My specialties include Trauma, Anxiety, Mood Disorders (Depression,Bipolar), Addiction, Anger Management, Borderline Personality Disorder and Parenting.
I have been working with individuals and families since 1998. The majority of my work has been with adolescents and adults who struggle with a variety of psychiatric, emotional and behavioral issues in individual and group settings. My specialties include Trauma, Anxiety, Mood Disorders (Depression,Bipolar), Addiction, Anger Management, Borderline Personality Disorder and Parenting.
Since most therapists aren't men, I feel honored and privileged to be a healthy male role model for many of my clients.
I help men in committed relationships better communicate and express themselves to the women they love. I also help burnt out adults create more room for creativity in their lives. I can help if you're looking for life direction or if want to feel more fulfilled in your career.
Since most therapists aren't men, I feel honored and privileged to be a healthy male role model for many of my clients.
I help men in committed relationships better communicate and express themselves to the women they love. I also help burnt out adults create more room for creativity in their lives. I can help if you're looking for life direction or if want to feel more fulfilled in your career.
breakthrough therapy and resources
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LCSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
Summit, NJ 07901
At Breakthrough Therapy and Resources, we understand that navigating life's challenges can be overwhelming. My journey began as an advocate for the voices often unheard, serving as Court Appointed Special Advocates (C.A.S.A) for children within the foster care system. Through this experience, we recognized the profound impact of mental and emotional well-being on individuals' lives. Transitioning into licensed therapy, I've dedicated my professional work to empowering individuals, particularly young people aged 10-25, to overcome obstacles and cultivate resilience. However, my work revealed a crucial insight: the significance of re
At Breakthrough Therapy and Resources, we understand that navigating life's challenges can be overwhelming. My journey began as an advocate for the voices often unheard, serving as Court Appointed Special Advocates (C.A.S.A) for children within the foster care system. Through this experience, we recognized the profound impact of mental and emotional well-being on individuals' lives. Transitioning into licensed therapy, I've dedicated my professional work to empowering individuals, particularly young people aged 10-25, to overcome obstacles and cultivate resilience. However, my work revealed a crucial insight: the significance of re
Brian S. Pollack
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEDS-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Summit, NJ 07901
I work with adults and adolescents struggling with Anorexia, Bulimia, Binge Eating, ARFID (Selective Eating), and the coexisting mental health struggles that go with them. Achieving recovery is absolutely possible and with over a decade of experience my core work surrounds the belief that no one should ever have to struggle with constant worry and feelings of shame.. When it feels like others just "don't get it,” change it up. When empathy comes with strength often new understanding can develop. If you're seeking an approach steeped in possibility, give me a call.
I work with adults and adolescents struggling with Anorexia, Bulimia, Binge Eating, ARFID (Selective Eating), and the coexisting mental health struggles that go with them. Achieving recovery is absolutely possible and with over a decade of experience my core work surrounds the belief that no one should ever have to struggle with constant worry and feelings of shame.. When it feels like others just "don't get it,” change it up. When empathy comes with strength often new understanding can develop. If you're seeking an approach steeped in possibility, give me a call.
Jeffrey, S. Kahn, Ph.D., CGP, DABPS, Managing Director of Summit Psychological Services, is a Licensed Psychologist (NJ# 2656) who has been practicing individual, couple and group psychotherapy for thirty years. Dr. Kahn is a Diplomate in Psychotherapy who works with a wide variety of psychological issues of adults and adolescents utilizing an integrative approach which draws on empathy and deep psychodynamic understanding as well as on strength-based and solution- focused approaches which have empirically demonstrated effectiveness.
Jeffrey, S. Kahn, Ph.D., CGP, DABPS, Managing Director of Summit Psychological Services, is a Licensed Psychologist (NJ# 2656) who has been practicing individual, couple and group psychotherapy for thirty years. Dr. Kahn is a Diplomate in Psychotherapy who works with a wide variety of psychological issues of adults and adolescents utilizing an integrative approach which draws on empathy and deep psychodynamic understanding as well as on strength-based and solution- focused approaches which have empirically demonstrated effectiveness.
Mr. Goldman is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience providing psychotherapy to children, adolescents, adults, families and groups. He holds a Master of Social Work from Arizona State University and a Bachelors in Psychology from the University of Rhode Island. Mr. Goldman also holds a certificate in school social work for the state of New Jersey. Mr. Goldman spent 7 years working with children and adolescents in an emotionally disturbed private school program. He gained experience with Autism, ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, school avoidance, learning disabilities and the special education process.
Mr. Goldman is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience providing psychotherapy to children, adolescents, adults, families and groups. He holds a Master of Social Work from Arizona State University and a Bachelors in Psychology from the University of Rhode Island. Mr. Goldman also holds a certificate in school social work for the state of New Jersey. Mr. Goldman spent 7 years working with children and adolescents in an emotionally disturbed private school program. He gained experience with Autism, ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, school avoidance, learning disabilities and the special education process.
Valery Fradkov
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ScD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Summit, NJ 07901 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Proven & trusted strategy for dealing with communication issues, emotional distress, anger, anxiety, and addictive behaviors. A compassionate and analytical approach to your mental health wellness. With almost 20 years of experience in clinical psychology, combined with backgrounds as a financial quantitative analyst, NASA theoretical physicist, and university professor, I bring a unique blend of analytical methods and empathic skills to address your concerns and solve your problems.
Proven & trusted strategy for dealing with communication issues, emotional distress, anger, anxiety, and addictive behaviors. A compassionate and analytical approach to your mental health wellness. With almost 20 years of experience in clinical psychology, combined with backgrounds as a financial quantitative analyst, NASA theoretical physicist, and university professor, I bring a unique blend of analytical methods and empathic skills to address your concerns and solve your problems.
My name is Dr. Jeff Selman and I am a licensed psychologist, Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), and a certified school psychologist. I offer evidence-based telepsychology services to individuals across the lifespan and their families. These services include autism screening and assessment, individual and family therapy, parent behavior management training and coaching, and consultation and training for schools and community agencies. My approach is grounded in cognitive behavior therapy and behavior therapy. My sessions tend to be active, goal-oriented, and engaging. I love the work and welcomes complex and challenging cases.
My name is Dr. Jeff Selman and I am a licensed psychologist, Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), and a certified school psychologist. I offer evidence-based telepsychology services to individuals across the lifespan and their families. These services include autism screening and assessment, individual and family therapy, parent behavior management training and coaching, and consultation and training for schools and community agencies. My approach is grounded in cognitive behavior therapy and behavior therapy. My sessions tend to be active, goal-oriented, and engaging. I love the work and welcomes complex and challenging cases.
The best psychotherapy builds upon a solid relationship between a client and therapist, allowing the client to take risks in examining themselves, acknowledge their strengths and weaknesses, process painful memories and use their strengths to create change. In my therapeutic work I focus on nurturing that relationship to facilitate my client's change and self-acceptance. I am well trained in psychoanalysis, psychoanalytic therapy and family/couples therapy as well as cognitive-behavioral and short term therapy techniques and use what my clients and I believe will best facilitate their goals in treatment.
The best psychotherapy builds upon a solid relationship between a client and therapist, allowing the client to take risks in examining themselves, acknowledge their strengths and weaknesses, process painful memories and use their strengths to create change. In my therapeutic work I focus on nurturing that relationship to facilitate my client's change and self-acceptance. I am well trained in psychoanalysis, psychoanalytic therapy and family/couples therapy as well as cognitive-behavioral and short term therapy techniques and use what my clients and I believe will best facilitate their goals in treatment.
Are you concerned about yourself or a loved one’s feelings, mood, work or school performance and have been unsuccessful in assisting despite your best efforts? Not able to find the correct method or words to successfully help make positive and permanent changes? Has there been a major change in your or the family's life and feel powerless in your ability to help? Having marital disputes or disruptions that are very concerning? You are not alone. Real help is available. Many people have sought counseling assistance and made permanent and satisfying changes in their, or a family member’s life.
Are you concerned about yourself or a loved one’s feelings, mood, work or school performance and have been unsuccessful in assisting despite your best efforts? Not able to find the correct method or words to successfully help make positive and permanent changes? Has there been a major change in your or the family's life and feel powerless in your ability to help? Having marital disputes or disruptions that are very concerning? You are not alone. Real help is available. Many people have sought counseling assistance and made permanent and satisfying changes in their, or a family member’s life.
Like all therapists, I'm not for everyone. I don't fit the stereotypical image, walk to the beat of a different drum, maybe like yourself. I try to offer a balance of strength and compassion. I don't want to be solely soft and safe, nor exclusively forceful and aggressive. The art is in finding that balance and offering you that unique mix. You'll probably be divulging some pieces of yourself that are raw and weighty and maybe even a bit scary. This can be difficult, I know, I was a client before I was ever a therapist.
Like all therapists, I'm not for everyone. I don't fit the stereotypical image, walk to the beat of a different drum, maybe like yourself. I try to offer a balance of strength and compassion. I don't want to be solely soft and safe, nor exclusively forceful and aggressive. The art is in finding that balance and offering you that unique mix. You'll probably be divulging some pieces of yourself that are raw and weighty and maybe even a bit scary. This can be difficult, I know, I was a client before I was ever a therapist.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Summit, NJ 07901
Seeking out a therapist is the first big step in making positive change in your life. The therapeutic relationship is one that can aid you in enacting the change you feel you need in your life. We are our own most valuable resource, possessing valuable thoughts and experiences that alongside the safe, supportive environment of therapy can help you achieve the goals you have set to improve your life.
Seeking out a therapist is the first big step in making positive change in your life. The therapeutic relationship is one that can aid you in enacting the change you feel you need in your life. We are our own most valuable resource, possessing valuable thoughts and experiences that alongside the safe, supportive environment of therapy can help you achieve the goals you have set to improve your life.
Ralph Bianca
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, MA, MS, LCSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
Summit, NJ 07901
Therapy is provided to individuals, couples, and families who wish to address any of a variety of adjustment, cognitive, emotional, and behavioral issues. Comprehensive care includes strategies to address long-term growth and development as well as crisis intervention.
Therapy is provided to individuals, couples, and families who wish to address any of a variety of adjustment, cognitive, emotional, and behavioral issues. Comprehensive care includes strategies to address long-term growth and development as well as crisis intervention.
At times we find ourselves at a difficult crossroad, uncertain how to grow and change in the face of our distress. With 35 years in private practice, my goal is to help individuals and couples find a path to unknot conflicts and develop more resilient and expansive modes of living. Many of the people I work with are embroiled in addictive behaviors such as alcohol and substance misuse, gambling, sex addiction and pornography. Others struggle with painful traumatic personal histories, chronic and acute illnesses, grief and loss. And still others are mired in destructive relationship patterns that undermine the quality of their lives.
At times we find ourselves at a difficult crossroad, uncertain how to grow and change in the face of our distress. With 35 years in private practice, my goal is to help individuals and couples find a path to unknot conflicts and develop more resilient and expansive modes of living. Many of the people I work with are embroiled in addictive behaviors such as alcohol and substance misuse, gambling, sex addiction and pornography. Others struggle with painful traumatic personal histories, chronic and acute illnesses, grief and loss. And still others are mired in destructive relationship patterns that undermine the quality of their lives.
I have developed a speciality in helping men to engage more fully in their relationships.
Welcome to my practice. I have found that developing inner resources such as curiosity, empathy and courage allows people to love more generously and to tolerate the rigors of intimacy more joyfully. These qualities naturally provide patients with new ways of dealing with life's problems, thereby reducing symptoms of distress. I believe that the process of therapy can cultivate a rich appreciation for how the past may be recreated in the present; I encourage the identification of patterns of relationships that bind people to familiar, often negative, ways of experiencing themselves and the world.
I have developed a speciality in helping men to engage more fully in their relationships.
Welcome to my practice. I have found that developing inner resources such as curiosity, empathy and courage allows people to love more generously and to tolerate the rigors of intimacy more joyfully. These qualities naturally provide patients with new ways of dealing with life's problems, thereby reducing symptoms of distress. I believe that the process of therapy can cultivate a rich appreciation for how the past may be recreated in the present; I encourage the identification of patterns of relationships that bind people to familiar, often negative, ways of experiencing themselves and the world.
Nicholas Cerami
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Summit, NJ 07901
I enjoy working with people of diverse backgrounds, who are seeking lasting change through expanding self-awareness and connecting with what is most meaningful to them. I have experience treating many different conditions, but my primary areas of specialty are: disordered eating, anxiety conditions, mood disorders and addiction issues. As an agent of change my hope is to make sure you begin to build a bridge between where you currently find yourself and your hope towards change. Making this tangible, concrete, and possible is what I do.
I enjoy working with people of diverse backgrounds, who are seeking lasting change through expanding self-awareness and connecting with what is most meaningful to them. I have experience treating many different conditions, but my primary areas of specialty are: disordered eating, anxiety conditions, mood disorders and addiction issues. As an agent of change my hope is to make sure you begin to build a bridge between where you currently find yourself and your hope towards change. Making this tangible, concrete, and possible is what I do.
Common feelings like "I don’t feel heard” or “I can’t seem to do anything right” are expressed by the couples I work with. Individual clients feel overwhelmed and stressed, “My life is changing dramatically and I’m not sure what to do next.”
Common feelings like "I don’t feel heard” or “I can’t seem to do anything right” are expressed by the couples I work with. Individual clients feel overwhelmed and stressed, “My life is changing dramatically and I’m not sure what to do next.”
Richard is licensed by the State of New Jersey as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and is a National Board Certified Counselor (NBCC). Richard has over eight years of experience working with a wide range of adults and families in the mental health field settings at the Outpatient, Intensive Outpatient, Residential, Intensive In-Community Settings. Richard has experience with various issues, including Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Bipolar Disorder, ADHD, Grief, Stress, Substance Abuse, Peer Relationships, Anger Management, Men’s Issues, and Domestic Violence.
Richard is licensed by the State of New Jersey as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and is a National Board Certified Counselor (NBCC). Richard has over eight years of experience working with a wide range of adults and families in the mental health field settings at the Outpatient, Intensive Outpatient, Residential, Intensive In-Community Settings. Richard has experience with various issues, including Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Bipolar Disorder, ADHD, Grief, Stress, Substance Abuse, Peer Relationships, Anger Management, Men’s Issues, and Domestic Violence.
My ideal client is someone who is serious about their treatment and puts in the effort. Counseling needs consistency, one of the main factors that lead to success. I have a lot of experience with clients struggling with cognitive distortions that result from several disorders. I have also helped clients with their goals when they want to change their cognition. I also work well with clients who view the counselor not as a magician and how the clients would view the counselor as a guide in their healing process.
My ideal client is someone who is serious about their treatment and puts in the effort. Counseling needs consistency, one of the main factors that lead to success. I have a lot of experience with clients struggling with cognitive distortions that result from several disorders. I have also helped clients with their goals when they want to change their cognition. I also work well with clients who view the counselor not as a magician and how the clients would view the counselor as a guide in their healing process.
Rodney Washington (adolescent/teen specialist)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Summit, NJ 07901
I am an LSW with years of experience treating teen/adolescents and their families. My areas of specialty and focus are depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, mood disorders, and trauma. The driving force behind my practice is to create a nurturing environment where kids can grow into healthy adults with learned coping skills and a better understanding of their own identity.
I am an LSW with years of experience treating teen/adolescents and their families. My areas of specialty and focus are depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, mood disorders, and trauma. The driving force behind my practice is to create a nurturing environment where kids can grow into healthy adults with learned coping skills and a better understanding of their own identity.
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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.