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
SEEKING smart successful adults & older adolescents who are struggling with anxiety - to the point they are feeling uncomfortable, having trouble making decisions or see their ability to concentrate and work sliding away. Anxiety comes out of a lot of felt experiences: grief, loss, effects of trauma, medical conditions & illnesses, imposter syndrome, abuse; and show up in a lot of different way...
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Education Specialist with over 13 years of clinical experience treating individuals, couples, and families. I help people improve their health and relationships by teaching practical skills, exploring existential issues, and helping with meaningful relationship changes. I enjoy integrating the arts into my practice to help create a safe and stimulating...
Our experiences impact the way we see the world. Symptoms often emerge as attempts to adapt. In the context of a supportive therapeutic relationship, we can look at the parts of your life that are no longer serving you. In therapy, I will help you express your thoughts and feelings and listen to you on multiple levels. At times, I may call attention to your here-and-now experience. I have...
*PRACTICE CURRENTLY FULL, WAITING LIST ONLY* Depression, anxiety, or grief doesn't go away on its own. Isn't that why you are here? I warmly welcome people struggling with emotional and traumatic issues; made even more difficult under current pandemic. Our positive relationship---therapist/client---is essential in resolving your mental health concerns. If you feel comfortable & safe with your...
I have been working in the behavioral health field for over 25 years, primarily with adults, who are experiencing substance abuse, and related issues. I try to provide a safe environment where individuals can begin to relate their story, and experience grace and truth over time to grow and heal....
As a Licenced Independent Mental Health Practitioner (LIMHP) in Nebraska, I work with adolescents and adults in order to help them focus on their strengths and become more successful at their jobs, school, relationships, and at home. My specialties include working with clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, ADHD, and with parents who have children or adolescents with difficult behavior....
As a provider coming from clinical work in community and institutional settings, I have had the privilege of working alongside a wide array of individuals. Provided this spectrum and my previous research efforts, my approach has become a constellation of theoretical orientations. I believe firmly in strengths-based counseling, as we know mental health symptomology, disturbances, or addiction of...
*Currently not accepting new clients until January 2021, contact to be put on a waiting list only* I want the process of counseling to be a safe journey towards the life my clients can say "yes" to. I believe in the client being the expert of themselves, and their path is set by their dreams, hopes, and desires, not my agenda. I believe a full, beautiful life is possible for all people, I want ...
Are you ready for change? Austrian psychiatrist and psychotherapist, Viktor Frankl stated “When we are no longer able to change a situation, we are challenged to change ourselves”. I have built most of my work around studying trauma and the effects it has on a human. Trauma defined is an event or circumstance that is beyond a person's ability to cope properly. Many symptoms like anxiety,...
We are a non-profit, full service, counseling center utilizing solid clinical techniques with a distinctly Christian approach. Our mission is to meet each person at their level of need and help restore HOPE into their lives. We understand that all people face trials in life. We also understand that individuals and families vary in their own personal struggles. That is why we recognize the...
**Now providing psychiatric evaluations, behavioral assessments, medication management consultations, as well as pharmacogenomic testing to children (ages 6+), adolescents, and adults.** (select insurances accepted for medication evaluation and management, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, and Priority Health) Providing Child, Adolescent, and Adult Therapy, as well as Testing and Assessments for a...
I specialize in working with individuals and couples struggling with their relationships, dealing with trauma, and coping with feelings of stress, anger, depression, and anxiety. Regardless of the challenge, I believe the most important piece of therapy is the tailoring of the treatment to the unique needs of the persons involved. My vast experience in a wide variety of psychotherapeutic...
We focus on working with children, adolescents, families, and individuals needing support with daily living goals, mental health, emotional health, and behavioral health, by helping build peace and confidence in your life. If you are struggling with emotions that are hard to communicate and/or manage, you have thoughts that you do not like, or you know you need support in getting through a real...
Look... I can't compete with all of the psycho-babble that my colleagues are using to get your business. Truthfully, when I try to use those words, I feel like someone out of a cheesy Lifetime movie. So, this is what I can offer you: I will listen to you, I will never judge you, I will laugh with you, I will cry with you, and most importantly, I will use every therapeutic tool at my disposal to...
Illysa Foster provides clients with a meaningful and trusting therapeutic relationship. Clients feel comfortable exploring areas of vulnerability and loss, connecting bodily sensations, emotions and thoughts to inform their healing. Illysa helps individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma and relationship challenges. She helps couples reduce conflict and improve communication and...
