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
Hi. I'm Jan Lee. I'm a certified Hypnotist ( since 2010) and a psychiatric RN with 34 years experience. My passion is Hypnosis! Hypnosis is a natural dynamic intervention for: anxiety, PTSD, fears/ phobias, low self esteem, bullying, addictions, obesity, pain, sports performance, etc. We go in and out of hypnotic states daily. As a Hypnotist, I guide you into that relaxed focused state and give...
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As a counselor who has worked in hospital and private practice settings for more than twenty years, I have deep experience helping people with a broad range of issues and concerns. We will focus on the skills and abilities you already have to reach treatment and recovery goals that you define. You don't have to hurt to heal. You can begin to feel better right now. Because I have survived childh...
Now offering Telehealth sessions. Are you feeling restless, worried, or frustrated? Are you finding it difficult to navigate the ups and downs of life? Are you experiencing more conflict and less peace in your relationships? Does your life lack meaning? If you answered yes to any of these questions, I can help you. My specialties are anger management, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, a...
**Not currently accepting new clients.** No matter what kinds of problems you’re facing, therapy can help. And working with the right kind of therapist can help even more. As a Nationally Certified Psychoanalyst (I'm one of only seven in New Mexico), I have specialized training to help you understand what's really going on with your life, relationships, work, and family history. Together, we ca...
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I aim to be a catalyst for creating hope, purpose, and meaning in a person's life. I help people to seek wholeness through integration of mind, body and soul (spirit) in order to expand their consciousness, so they can build the capacity to live more meaningfully. I'm a licensed psychologist in the Santa Barbara area. I'm also a certified money coach and seminary-trained spiritual director. My...
Why me? I take a direct approach to helping you experiment with changes you need to make to get your life on track and feel better. I'll ask questions, challenge, probe. I'll hold up a mirror so you can see yourself, then make decisions from your core. I'll help you find your true self, whom you may meet for the very first time. If you're ready to take a deeper look, I'm all about integration,...
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For women, men, and couples midlife and long term infertility are life stages that can be filled with grief, confusion, transition and lack of control. My clients come to me saying, “I’m not who I used to be, and I’m not sure who I am now. Don't know how we can move forward.” I am passionate about people in their 40’s and 50’s because I believe that a “third act” is lying just ahead. It’s a sta...
I have over 20 years experience helping people cope with difficult life transitions and heal from loss, weight and self-image issues, postpartum depression, new parent concerns, anxiety, depression, and sexual dysfunctions. I use an integrative approach by looking into a root cause of the problem and relate in a non-judgmental way. Together, I'll work with you to build coping strategies, streng...
I enjoy working with clients from all walks of life and most age groups. I use a relational, psychodynamic model that is best suited for adolescents and adults, and I also have extensive experience working with families. Some of the areas/issues that I am most passionate about working with are resolving childhood abuse (physical, sexual or emotional), treating self harm, and resolving ongoing...
I work with adults and adolescents with issues related to anxiety, depression, self esteem and transitioning out of unhealthy relationships. Empowering women to build assertive communications skills and to understand how family of origin and past relationships impact current relationship patterns is a necessary component to therapy. I work with couples to develop strategies to add life and love...
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I provide quality, inspiring mental health and substance use disorder counseling that produces quality lifestyle changes in the way clients think, feel, believe, and behave. I also provide US DOT Substance Abuse Professionals (SAP) services.I assist clients to comply with the US DOT rules and return to duty process as soon as possible. I have been providing substance use disorder treatment and...
