Cultivate courage.
Conquer anxiety.
Evidence-based therapy for men navigating anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and the pressure to have it all figured out. A space to do the real work — on your terms.
Does this sound familiar?
If any of these hit home, you're not broken — and you're not alone. These are the exact struggles I help men work through every day.
15-20 minute call. No pressure. No commitment.
How I Help
Real problems deserve
real solutions
Anxiety & Mood
“Racing thoughts. Restless nights. Anger, irritability, and resentment bubbling under the surface. That constant knot in your stomach that never fully goes away.”
We'll get to the root of your anxiety or depression — not just manage the symptoms — using evidence-based approaches like TEAM-CBT that create lasting change.
Relationship Issues
“You feel disconnected from your partner. Arguments go nowhere. Emotional walls keep going up.”
Learn to communicate what you actually feel, repair trust, and build the kind of partnership you both deserve.
Fatherhood & Identity
“The weight of fatherhood. Losing yourself. Feeling like you should have it figured out by now.”
Navigate the biggest role shift of your life with clarity, confidence, and zero judgment.
Life Transitions & Stress
“Career shifts. Moves. Divorce. Something changed and now nothing feels right.”
Make sense of where you are, grieve what you've lost, and build a path forward that actually fits who you're becoming.
Men's Mental Health
“You've been conditioned to push through. But the pressure is real — and it's building.”
A space built for men to actually talk, process, and grow. No toxic positivity. No clichés. Just real work.
Out-of-Control Behaviors
“Habits you can't seem to stop. Pornography, substance use, or other compulsive behaviors. Shame you carry in silence. A cycle that feels impossible to break.”
Confidential, non-judgmental support using the out-of-control sexual behavior (OCSB) framework — not the addiction model — to help you regain control and build a healthier relationship with yourself.
Meet Dr. Ori — 1 min intro
About Dr. Ori
A therapist who gets it —
because he's lived it too.
I'm a husband, a father of a young son, and a guy who trains hard at the gym because I know how much my body and mind need it. I understand the pressure men face — to perform, to provide, to have everything figured out — because I navigate those same expectations every day.
My job isn't to tell you what to do. It's to create a space where you can finally be honest about what you're carrying, and then give you the tools to actually do something about it. I use evidence-based methods like TEAM-CBT because I believe in approaches backed by science — including polyvagal theory, attachment research, and experiential techniques — not just talk.
When clients get on the phone with me for a consultation, they almost always decide to work together. That's not a sales pitch — it's because by that point, they've been struggling alone for years and finally feel the relief that comes with having someone on their team to help figure things out and make a real change.
Getting Started
Three steps to feeling
like yourself again
Book a Free Consultation
Send a text and we'll set up a relaxed 15-20 minute call to talk about what you're going through and whether we're a good fit. No pressure. No commitment.
Start Therapy on Your Terms
We'll build a plan tailored specifically to you — your goals, your pace, your life. 50-minute sessions, fully virtual, with no session caps or outside interference.
Build the Life You Want
With evidence-based tools and real accountability, you'll move from surviving to actually thriving — in your relationships, your career, and yourself.
Peer Endorsements
What other professionals say
Endorsements from licensed clinicians who know Dr. Ori's work firsthand.
“Dr. Lidor is one of a kind! He is a compassionate and welcoming clinician. Highly recommend and trust his expertise.”
Micaela Magazzu-Alaman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
“Dr. Lidor is a skilled, focused, and attuned psychologist. Through collaboration on the same consultation team, I have seen his work first hand, and can attest to his dedication and knowledge of Men's Mental Health. As a therapist, I highly recommend him.”
Tamara Sharifov
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
“Dr. Ori is a thoughtful and dedicated therapist with a strong commitment to men's mental health. He brings warmth, integrity, and intention to his work as a therapist. He offers a trustworthy, nonjudgmental environment for teens and adults alike.”
Dr. Panicha McGuire
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, RPT, PsyD
Source: Psychology Today
FAQ
Questions you might have
The first step is a free 15-20 minute consultation call where we just talk. No intake forms, no jargon — just a real conversation about what you're dealing with and whether I'm the right fit. If we decide to work together, sessions are 50 minutes, fully virtual, and completely confidential.
Individual sessions are $289 for 50 minutes. Private-pay clients get the most flexible, personalized experience — no session limits, no required diagnoses, and complete privacy. Your therapy stays between us, period. Rates increase by 8% annually, so locking in now gets you the best value.
Insurance companies require a clinical diagnosis on your permanent medical record, cap the number of sessions, and can dictate what kind of treatment you receive. With private pay, you get full control — we work on your terms, at your pace, with zero outside interference. It's a cleaner, more confidential experience that lets us focus entirely on results.
You don't have to be in crisis to benefit from therapy. Most of the men I work with are high-functioning — they're holding it together on the outside but know something needs to shift. If that resonates, you're exactly who I help.
I am paneled with Aetna and United Healthcare. If you carry one of these plans, you may be eligible for coverage. I also see private-pay clients who prefer the flexibility and privacy that comes with paying out of pocket. We'll figure out the best option during your free consultation.
TEAM-CBT is an evidence-based therapy approach developed by Dr. David Burns (author of Feeling Good). It's structured, collaborative, and results-oriented. We don't just talk about your problems — we use specific tools and techniques to create real, lasting change.
Polyvagal-informed therapy draws on the science of how your nervous system responds to stress and safety. It helps you understand why your body reacts the way it does — fight, flight, freeze, or shutdown — and gives you tools to regulate and feel more grounded in everyday life.
Attachment-focused therapy explores how your earliest relationships shaped the way you connect with others today. It helps you understand patterns in your relationships — why you pull away, people-please, or struggle to feel seen — and build healthier, more secure connections.
Unlike the traditional addiction model, the out-of-control sexual behavior (OCSB) framework views compulsive behaviors — like pornography use, substance use, or other habits — through a lens of regulation rather than disease. It's a non-shaming, evidence-informed approach that helps you understand the underlying drivers and regain control of your choices.
My specialty is men's mental health, and the majority of my clients are men. However, I also work with teens and women who feel that a male therapist would be the right fit for what they're working through. All sessions are individual — I do not offer couples or family therapy.
I'm licensed in both California and Texas and offer telehealth sessions across both states. All sessions are fully virtual, so you can connect from wherever you're most comfortable and have privacy.
It depends entirely on you and your goals. Some clients see meaningful shifts in a few sessions. Others choose to do deeper, longer-term work. There's no minimum commitment — we go at your pace.
The hardest part is
reaching out.
You've already done the hard work of recognizing something needs to change. A 15-minute conversation is all it takes to find out if we're the right fit.