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
Life is hard. It's like climbing a mountain in pajamas without your contact lenses. I can't ascend that mountain for you but I can get you better equipped for the journey. Whether your struggles are related to depression, anxiety, existential dread, or difficulty integrating your psychedelic Burning Man vision, I will strive to provide you with perspective, skills, empathy, and laughter. Everyb...
I provide individually tailored treatment in a safe and supportive environment that draws and builds upon each person's strengths, resources, wisdom and goals. My style is collaborative, warm and interactive. I enjoy working with a range of clients from children to adults. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, healing from trauma, major life transitions,...
Looking for someone who can understand what you are going through, and offer safe, confidential and peaceful environment that you can see in person or online and also speaks Spanish? Are you struggling with unexplained infertility? Are you in shock discovering infidelity? Hurt by break up or divorce? Unable to find your soulmate? Having difficulties coping with your chronic illness or learning...
I have worked in the counseling field for over 15 years with adults, couples, and adolescents. I received my Master of Science Degree from Nova Southeastern University in 2004. I'm licensed in the State of Tennessee as a Professional Counselor (LPC/MHSP) and nationally certified as a Master Addiction Counselor (MAC). I also hold a certificate in Georgia (CAADAC), and am credentialed as a Substa...
I have a passion for helping individuals contending with life challenges and crisis that impact their physical, emotional, social and financial well-being. I believe providing a safe, supportive, nonjudgmental and empathetic environment encourages the client to explore and challenge issues that threaten their ability to live their best life. Tailored to meet individual client's needs; I integra...
My mission is to affirm, respect, and individualize everyone's life's journey as perceived by the individual; while caringly assisting them through their chosen journey toward optimal mental health. My services are personalized for those who are struggling to be listened to, heard, valued, accepted, and understood. Every age, gender, orientation, and culture is treated with dignity and is affor...
You do not know how to feel normal anymore. You feel trapped, hopeless, or even different than everyone around you. Your closest friends and loved ones notice that you have changed and just not your true self, but you do not even know what that looks like anymore? You want to find out who you are so you can be the best at being you. Emotions such as frustration, depression, and loneliness plagu...
Are you having difficulty balancing your life's demands? Do you desire to experience freedom and need your hope restored? Are you feeling stuck and can't seem to move forward in your healing process? There is good news because today you are one step closer to a new you. If you're looking for extra support, I look forward to working with you to achieve your goals. I have over 13 years experience...
I work with adults, teens and as a family therapist in private practice and as Clinical Director of a teen residential center. I often get calls from parents who are struggling with their teenage children who are living with symptoms of anxiety, depression, mood disorders & addiction. My approach helps clients understand and shift dysfunctional patterns which hinder connection and closeness....
I am a Marital and Family Therapist and I have been working with individuals, couples, and families for over 25 years. I believe in the worth and value of all humans and support their desire to have joy, fulfillment, creativity, and to have control of their destiny. I recognize that some experiences negatively impact our ability to access our internal and external resources to cope with what li...
I work with my clients to help them build the skills needed for coping with life and many of the adversities of daily living. Most of the individuals I see are working through issue related to depression, anxiety, insomnia, grief and loss, relationship issues, anger management or work related stress. I utilize a multicomponent approach, with a focus on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, in particula...
Costa holds an undergraduate degree in Psychology from DePaul University and a Master’s degree in Professional Counseling Psychology from the Illinois School of Professional Psychology. He is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, a Board Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist and a Certified Professional Coach. Costa utilizes a variety of therapeutic and motivational approaches (including CBT)...
Partnered Relationship Therapy Intensives (PRTIs) at OCRSH are offered in half, full, two-day, or custom options and are designed for partners in monogamous and non-monogamous relationships who would like to make progress in a powerful, quick, and effective manner. Those who come to therapy to address difficulties in their partnerships often experience great frustration with traditional, hourly...
I have had a career in counseling in one capacity or another for 42 years. Over this time, I have learned many approaches and techniques. The one approach I learned many years ago that I feel is key, is to meet the client where you are at, help you define your goals, and help you identify approaches that you feel might help you the most, and then try to help you stay motivated as you pursue tho...
I use an eclectic counseling model of motivational interviewing, cognitive behavior therapy, psycho-dynamic therapy, and pastoral soul care as a way to address the cognitive blocks that may be causing you biological, psychological, social, and/or spiritual distress. I engage the mind,body and soul in the therapeutic process. Not only is addiction a chronic disease of the brain, it is also a sig...
