Therapy for Men in New York
From the outside, things look fine. You're the one people rely on, at work, at home, with friends. But the pressure never really switches off, and the people closest to you have started to notice.
I'm Ingmar Gorman, PhD, a New York–licensed psychologist. I work with high-functioning men on the things they don't usually talk about, by telehealth, in English or Czech.
What brings men here
Most men reach out when one or more of these is true:
Drinking or using more than you'd like. Alcohol, cannabis, stimulants, or something else has gone from a way to unwind to something you rely on.
The work is fine, but you're not. You lead a team or a company and carry pressure no one else sees: irritability, poor sleep, burnout, feeling flat.
Your partner says you've changed. Distance, arguments, or a relationship running on autopilot. If their push is what gets you here, that's a perfectly good start.
Old things that won't stay put. Trauma, anxiety, or depression you've managed for years by staying busy.
A psychedelic experience that opened something. A retreat, microdosing, or ketamine, and now you have more questions than answers.
How I work
Direct and practical. I won't lecture you, and you won't need to perform. We start with what's actually going on and what you want to change.
If substances are part of the picture, I use a harm reduction approach: you don't have to commit to quitting anything to start. We look honestly at what you're using, what it does for you, what it costs you, and set goals that are yours.
I draw on relational, psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral, trauma-focused, mindfulness-based, and somatically informed approaches, adjusted to what works for you. Everything we discuss stays confidential.
Leadership pressure, from the inside
I co-founded Fluence, a training company for psychedelic therapists, and ran it as CEO from 2019 to 2025. I know what it's like to make decisions no one else sees, carry responsibility for a team, and feel like you can't afford to slow down. Many of the men I work with are founders, executives, and senior professionals. That pressure is part of what we work on, not something you'll need to explain.
Psychedelics: an honest conversation
Many driven men are experimenting with psilocybin, ayahuasca, MDMA, or ketamine, often on their own and hoping it will fix something. I've served as a site co-principal investigator and study therapist in FDA-regulated trials of MDMA- and psilocybin-assisted therapy, and I help clients prepare for, make sense of, and integrate these experiences.
I don't provide or recommend illegal substances. My role is clinical support and harm reduction. Learn more about psychedelic integration therapy.
'Why work with me:
Male psychologist, licensed in New York State (#023021)
Former co-founder and CEO of Fluence, where I trained more than 500 therapists
Site co-principal investigator and study therapist, Phase 2 and Phase 3 trials of MDMA-assisted therapy for PTSD, sponsored by Resilient Pharmaceuticals (formerly MAPS PBC and Lykos Therapeutics)
Study therapist, COMPASS Pathways' Phase 2 trial of psilocybin therapy for treatment-resistant depression (NYSPI)
Co-author, The Psychedelic Therapy Workbook (New Harbinger, 2025)
Telehealth for New York State residents and clients living outside the USA, in English or Czech
Telehealth across New York and abroad
Sessions are by secure, HIPAA-compliant video for New York State residents and for clients living outside the USA. You can work in English or Czech, and switch between them when one feels more natural.
Frequently asked questions
Do I have to stop drinking to start therapy?
No. Many men start therapy while still drinking or using. We look at what's happening honestly and set goals you choose, whether that's cutting back, changing how you use, or stopping.
Will my employer find out?
No. Therapy is confidential within the standard legal limits, which I explain in our first session. If you use insurance, your insurer receives billing information, not your therapy notes. Private pay keeps everything between us.
My partner wants me to go. Is that a good enough reason?
Yes. Many men start because someone close to them asked. What matters is what you want to get out of it once you're here.
Can we talk honestly about psychedelic or other drug use?
Yes. I've worked with psychedelics clinically and in research for over a decade. You can speak openly without judgment.
Do you offer couples therapy?
I work with individuals. Relationship problems are often a central part of that work, and I can refer you to a couples therapist if you both want one.
What if I need more support than weekly therapy?
If you need medical detox or a higher level of care, I'll help you find the right service.
What does it cost?
I'm in network with Aetna. Otherwise sessions are $200–$400, with superbills for out-of-network reimbursement. The first conversation is a free 30-minute consultation.
Psychedelic therapy in New York: what's legal
Outside of approved clinical research, psilocybin and MDMA therapy are not legally available in New York. Ketamine-assisted therapy is legal when prescribed by a licensed medical provider.
I do not provide, administer, or recommend illegal substances, and I do not refer to underground services. My work focuses on preparation, integration, and psychological support related to past or planned experiences, grounded in harm reduction and confidential, HIPAA-compliant care.
Fees and insurance
I'm in network with Aetna. Otherwise, sessions are $200–$400, and I provide superbills for out-of-network reimbursement. The first conversation is a free 30-minute consultation.
Testimonials
Getting started
Send a short message through the contact form. You don't need to share details yet.
We'll have a free 30-minute call to see whether we're a good fit.
If we are, we schedule your first session by secure video.