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
I have been a licensed therapist for 12 years. I believe that the most important part of therapy is the therapeutic relationship. The therapeutic relationship is formed in a collaboration between myself and my clients in an environment of mutual acceptance and respect. In addition to my education, training and experience as a therapist, I rely on my innate skills as an active listener, my good...
I am a clinical psychologist with faculty/staff appointments at McLean Hospital and Harvard Medical School. I specialize in providing evidence-based treatment in a flexible, personalized manner. Specifically, I offer Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Mentalization-based approaches for adults experiencing mood, anxiety,...
As a licensed clinical psychologist and doctor of psychology, I provide psychological evaluations and testing as well as compassionate therapy for your psychological recovery, increased success, and finding a deeper meaning in life. I believe that whatever challenges you may face, there is a way to rise above it and thrive. We all have the power to change, and I can help you find that power. I...
Bright Pine Behavioral Health is a private clinic that specializes in educational, psychological, and neuropsychological assessments for children, teens, and adults. Our evaluations assess personal strengths and weaknesses to further understand diagnosis and treatment; and examine how an individual's brain functions impact behavior and learning. All testing at our clinic is completed by a docto...
Dr.Terrance Wells is an interactive, solution-focused therapist. His therapeutic approach is multifaceted and he has the extraordinary ability to promote healing in the lives of individuals. He integrates complementary methodologies and techniques to offer a unique approach tailored to each client. With compassion and understanding, he works with each individual to help them build on their...
My goal is to guide clients toward an acceptance of themselves, and to a heightened ability to make positive changes in their lives. Instead of avoiding feelings, denying the pain, or trying to self-medicate emotions and memories... I assist clients to discover meaning in life, even when life is painful. I also work with dreams from a Jungian perspective; your dream is about you and about your...
Adam is devoted to walking alongside clients with compassion, confidence, and purpose. His goal is to help others experience the fullness of being emotionally and relationally strong. He believes therapy provides the best opportunity to develop personal insight and confidence as well as to develop honest and joyful relationships with others. Adam offers effective treatment with Marriage Crises,...
[Please note: my practice is currently full, and I am not accepting new clients at this time.] I am a licensed clinical psychologist providing therapy and consultation for individual clients in West Seattle. I take a collaborative, strengths-based approach to working with clients who are struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, or facing difficult life transitions. Sometimes therapy can be...
If you are struggling with something, no matter how big or small, I invite you to join me in working towards the changes you deserve. My practice is science-informed and client-centered, meaning I tailor my approach to the specific needs of each individual person. Every one of my clients is treated with professionalism and extra doses of empathy and compassion. We are all human, after all! Even...
You are probably looking not only for someone who cares, but for someone who is also sufficiently knowledgeable and insightful to understand you well, and to offer you helpful techniques and suggestions--based on solid research--that can make a positive difference in your life...all while treating you with respect and dignity. I am good at that combination and balance...and have gained broad...
Bill has a very straightforward and matter-of-fact approach to psychotherapy and counseling. He describes his approach as "change oriented", believing the client's inherent strengths provide the keys to growth and recovery. Bill recognized the profound role the family plays in mental health. Bill finds working with families especially rewarding. Much of that works includes couple and marriage...
What do I do for a living? I meet with people and talk about the most intimate aspect of their lives. It's not a bad job and I love the work I get to do. While I often draw from a variety of psychological techniques, I am firmly rooted in psychodynamic/psychoanalytic theory which is a really fancy way of saying I believe authentic relationships bring about sincere change in people. As such, I w...
Few people relish change. Sometimes life offers challenges and opportunities. Sometimes it forces change and transitions upon us. It can happen at every stage of life. However, we always have choices about how we face it and how we respond. We can go with it, flow with it and grow with it. It requires a lot of courage. It also helps to approach change with an open mind and an open heart. My...
Are you feeling overwhelmed, alone and unsure of how to cope? I am a psychologist and will help you manage relationship stress, depression, anxiety or trauma and help you feel more joy and connection. I will help you through the difficult experience of loss or painful life changes. I will also help you move forward with your life and and become emotionally stronger. I have a specialty in...
Individual psychotherapy emphasizing solutions to specific behaviors and desired outcomes. What do you want to fix, change, improve and get well of? Evaluations/treatment for memory loss and concentration. I have been a psychotherapist since 1968. Of late I have been emphasizing Medicare. Focus on brain -- you are your brain. If it doesn't function well, you don't function well. Fix your brain,...
