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 am passionate about helping people achieve joyful and fulfilled lives. I work with adults, couples, and families regarding various mental health concerns including anxiety, depression, and relational struggles. My counseling method is an eclectic mixture of therapies including Cognitive Behavioral, Psycho-dynamic, and various relational therapies. Over many years, my work has included over 10...
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, or past hurts? Perhaps your relationships are not what you thought they would be. Maybe you are in the military or new to the area and need help coping with life changes. Life can offer us a series of challenges that affect the quality of our personal, spiritual, and family life. I provide counseling in a supportive, empathetic, and judgment-free...
Individual and Couples Therapy. You have one precious life. Obtain the relationship you want and deserve (including the relationship to your Self). Transforming both individuals and relationships by identifying and changing reoccurring patterns in order to enhance personal growth. This work includes providing both individuals and couples with the tools and resources that can transform their liv...
Change is a major source of stress and life is full of change. I believe one of the most helpful applications of therapy is to help clients deal with the changes they experience and incorporate them into their lives-children growing up and leaving home (the client might be the parent or the child), relationship changes, job-related change, dealing with death, or any other changes that challenge...
The decision to pursue therapy is a powerful step towards change and personal growth. We all have challenges in our lives. Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed by transition, needing to heal past hurts, grieving losses, or learning how to live a more authentic and meaningful life, together we will explore desired areas of change and growth. Even if what is holding you back is unclear, I...
I am a transformer of people. If you are sick and tired of being stuck and want to live the life you desire, I'm your guy. I work best with people who are ready to do the work, who are open to the exploration of Self and healing. If you are here exploring psychotherapy options then that means you! I work with people that are both looking to heal, or those that are feeling pretty good but want t...
As a solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions th...
I hope to establish a cooperative and safe environment to work with individuals, couples, and families - one which offers reassurance to those courageous enough to seek therapy and are likely feeling overwhelmed by the process. I tailor therapy and discuss approaches that meet your needs (both short-term and long-term goals) at a pace and depth in which you are comfortable. I hope to help expan...
"I've tried so very long to change, but I just can't do it on my own." These are the words that I hear most often from women and men who have made the difficult but courageous decision to ask for help. Often, asking for help is not possible due to fear of being judged. I usually help individuals learn that they have already judged themselves more critically than anyone else could. No life is fr...
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or sad? You are brave to reach out for help. I'm here to support you in moving forward. I truly believe in the therapeutic process and am continually inspired by the progress my clients achieve to create more fulfilling and joyful lives. In addition to office appointments, I offer video counseling, where we communicate through live video in the privacy of you...
I believe in a practical, researched, but empathetic and compassionate approached to therapy that helps patients gain greater awareness of themselves and their relationships, in addition to finding meaning and purpose in life. Together we will examine your options, expand your perspective, and arrive at solutions that are in your best interest. I have been providing therapy to individuals, coup...
Mindfulness based/Buddhist inspired therapy for adults. I help people with a variety of life challenges, such as: Overcoming difficult moods and anxiety, Recovering from trauma, dissociation and impacts of difficult family backgrounds, Spiritual Emergence/ Embodiment, Grief, Becoming compassionate and sophisticated in relating, Overcoming barriers to assertion of one's desires, Aligning with...
Therapy is all about the engagement and relationship with my client. There needs to be a mutual trust and open dialogue in each session. I will provide a non-judgmental environment to explore difficult relationships and other areas of life. I believe in the power of language - the words you choose reflect how others will perceive you, and more importantly how you perceive yourself. We will expl...
My clinical approach is informed by the theories of Freud and Lacan. I specialize in psychoanalysis for those seeking to realize deep personal changes. I also offer psychoanalytic psychotherapy to work through targeted issues that require immediate attention. We work together in a collaborative work-play process utilizing free-association and dream interpretation to get to the deeper, unconscio...
A strong sense of self and well-being. Healthy connection in relationships. Positive, vibrant sexuality. Most of us want a meaningful life infused with these qualities, yet many struggle with the impact of grief, trauma, and troubled relationships. Through integration of Somatic Experiencing, a body-centered psychotherapy, with psychodynamic, relational counseling, I support clients to find the...
