Growing up as a man in society brings unique gender, gender norms, and gender expression problems. Western culture brings with it sometimes unhelpful messages about masculinity: that men must be tough, not show emotions, enact violence, and gain power and status. Men are less likely to seek out mental health therapists than other genders. Men must recognize seeking treatment for mental health concerns doesn’t make them less masculine or manly. It implies that they acknowledge that their health is vital.
Available Treatment Options
Counselors can help men work through the hesitancy to talk about mental health within therapy sessions. Some men may benefit from seeing a therapist who also identifies as a man, as the shared knowledge of the impact of their gender can facilitate the healing process.
Therapists Who Specialize in Helping Those Who Struggle With Men's Issues
Are you feeling overwhelmed? Feeling stuck, sad, immobile, or anxious? No frills or false promises...plentiful straight talk, science, and compassion. You and I will tailor a strategy to solve problems and create balance. I will provide you the space, without judgment or shame, to gain understanding of problems and situations and devise strategies to tackle them....
I specialize in working with children of all ages (0-18) and their parents, adult individuals, and couples. No matter who I am working with, my hope is that my client's experience improvement in their lives through improved relationships. It is proven that understanding and empathic relationships help children develop and help adults flourish. But often many things get in the way of relationshi...
I feel grateful for the opportunity to walk alongside others on their journeys towards healing and growth. I take a collaborative, strengths-based, and empowering approach. I believe that the client is the expert in their life, and I view my role as being a guide as clients reflect on their experiences, identify areas that are causing distress, connect with their emotions, and work towards...
I specialize in working with adults, couples, and I know how difficult and intimidating it can be, to find the right therapist and it is of the utmost importance to me that you feel comfortable, understood, and supported from the very beginning. Whether you are a first timer to counseling or "pro" you will learn to appreciate my friendliness, my intuition, and being able to connect to you in th...
Addiction to drugs and alcohol is destructive to both the person of concern, and their family and friends. I specialize in treating addiction and the correlating feelings of shame, depression, and anxiety. Healing from substance abuse and/or mood imbalance is done by strengthening an individual's mental, physical, and emotional nature, stopping negative cycles, and re-creating an authentic pers...
I have always been amazed by the resilience of the human spirit and I earnestly believe people try to make the best choice based on the options available to them. In my personal and professional life I have to make choices all the time. Some of them are difficult, but all choices bring a learning curve. Each choice we make presents an opportunity to grow. Some times I have needed someone to...
I work well with people who are hurting and confused and are struggling to make sense of their life and their experiences. I work well with clients with anxiety, depression, grief, loss, aging, and other challenges. I work well with couples who are struggling with their relationship. I take pride in helping my clients make sense of their situation. I consider each person and each problem unique...
Do you or someone you love struggle with addiction? My passion is working with individuals and families dealing with drug and alcohol abuse. Feelings of shame, anger, and confusion are common when faced with this illness. You are not alone! For the past 15 years, I have worked with the best addiction professionals in the country, and bring their collective knowledge and compassion to each...
As a counselor it is my desire to see people grow and change in order to achieve their goals. I enjoy working with clients to help them see their potential and to take steps in the growth process. Life isn't always easy and sometimes we can all benefit from some guidance as we work to overcome the difficulties and obstacles we face. I have worked with individuals and couples with a variety of...
I make every effort to meet my clients needs. I work with clients who are in crisis or who need on-going support. You will find that I am an easy person to speak with and give clients caring and creative interventions that work and are effective. If you are interested in therapy that is focused on your concerns and needs, then you will find that in my practice. I will address all of your concer...
Are you hurting, feeling lonely in your relationship? Is your spouse thinking of leaving you? What happened? Is communication difficult? Learn the Arvon Method to you re-create the magic in your marriage. Feel fully heard and respected. Through counseling, I can help couples who have had an affair find intimacy and create a plan to connect, feel safe, understood, and desired again. If your part...
I work with clients of all ages, helping them cope with symptoms related to Dual-Diagnosis, Addiction, Mental Illness, and those suffering with Psychogenic Pain (TMS). They want to live day-to-day with out the burden of their mental health condition, preventing them from engaging in a full and productive life. I provide both in-person therapy as well as tele-therapy sessions, working with clie...
Everyone has a unique story. Feeling safe and comfortable in therapy to share your thoughts, feelings, and questions is essential to the therapeutic process. I understand that the decision to choose a therapist can be a daunting task and the first step into treatment requires a lot of courage. For the past 17 years I have specialized in working with children, adolescents, and adults who have be...
Women: Sadness, loneliness, worry, fear, and insecurities controlling you and making it difficult for you to enjoy your life? Are there patterns of behaviors and emotions that you cannot seem to stop doing even though you have tried your best? Men: Depression, anger, anxiety, addiction, stress, and lack of purpose? Are there cycles of behaviors, emotions, and thoughts that you are struggling to...
I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Professional Counselor and a Certified Professional Counselor Supervisor. I work with adults, individuals and couples, that want to feel more connected with their inner selves, and want to improve their relationships. I like to help individuals and couples to recognize what is going well in their lives and what are the areas they need to improve. I wi...
