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 believe that the counseling session should be a place where people can take a break from the daily grind and invest in themselves in meaningful ways. In my practice, I encourage individuals to share the richness of their life stories, to replace oppressive thought patterns, and to reclaim their unique contribution to the world. My approach to counseling is eclectic in nature. I believe that...
The struggles that we deal with on a daily basis can be a heavy enough burden to carry, and when we compound these with life transitions, or any other past trauma, it can be completely overwhelming. Stressors at home with family or loved ones, difficulties at school, challenges at work, or life transitions are difficult to navigate, and sometimes we may benefit from seeking help professionally....
You are not alone. Most people at some time in their life could benefit from seeing a professional therapist to help them through a difficult and stressful time. Therapy is often the last resort and people are naturally anxious talking about their difficulties with a stranger. To ease the process, I provide a safe, nonjudgmental, and caring environment to help you find your way through whatever...
My sole mission: To help you and others like you “tap the power” to find happiness in work and in life. Isn’t that what we all want ?– to love what we do in careers and be happy in life? Finding career happiness informs life happiness and work success ... from the inside working out. If you could identify the KEYS YOU POSSESS - skills, assets, talents, needs and strategies - to the right DOORS ...
Erin uses an experiential approach called Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFT) to work with couples. She also uses sex therapy to work through sexual health concerns such as low sexual desire, painful intercourse, sexual trauma, and gender/ sexual identity. Erin works with adults and questioning adolescents - individually, as couples, in groups or as a family. She is licensed in the state ...
It would be hard to argue that our lives haven't become a lot more complicated over the last few years. Whether you are: a stay at home mom, a working professional trying to balance a family life, a single parent, a divorced parent struggling with custody issues, or part of a traditional family trying to raise your kids in this increasingly complex world, I have extensive experience in these...
I believe my job as a therapist is to help individuals, parents or couples find "their owner's manual". My work must be diagnostic and strategic through a comprehensive understanding of the person, their situation and settings. I have a wide background as a therapist from settings in several different clinics that provides a layering of understanding. i.e. education, addiction, trauma, family...
My goal is to offer clients a safe, non-judgmental and interactive space to work through personal issues, problems and dilemmas of life. I believe there are times to look outside our usual supports and find a consistent and supportive place to develop balance in our lives. Therapy is an opportunity for growth; to feel less stuck and less overwhelmed. I will collaborate with you to identify goal...
Are you, or a loved one, struggling with relationship issues, depression, anxiety, or a difficult and painful past? Understanding painful feelings can be difficult and making meaningful connections as to how, and why these developed can help alleviate symptoms & lead to change. You may be looking for therapy because there is an issue you hope to change, like low self-esteem, or a behavior patte...
I am a Licensed Profession Clinical Counselor. I have been practicing clinical counseling for over 35 years and have been in private practice for over twenty-five years. I enjoy working with children, adolescents, and adults in individual, couples, and family therapy for issues related to depression, anxiety, anger management, grief, trauma, addictions, involvement in the criminal justice syste...
My approach to therapy is rooted in modern research on the brain, trauma and attachment. I work with clients who struggle with depression, anxiety, trauma, relationships and their sexuality. I am experienced working with couples, adult individuals as well as children. I am LGBTQQA and kink friendly. My goal is to validate and honor the importance of my clients' life experiences. I work...
(Not accepting new clients) I enjoy working with a variety of people and have extensive experience assisting individuals experiencing trauma related disorders, depression, anxiety, eating disordered behaviors, and life transitions. I work with adults of all races, cultures, sexual orientations, gender orientations, and religions. I assist clients to explore ways stresses, traumas, and significa...
Research repeatedly shows that the primary "active ingredient" in successful treatment is the client-therapist alliance. As Chief Psychologist for New York State prisons, I forged working alliances with some very difficult individuals - individuals in pain, with pasts riddled by traumatic experiences, confused and bewildered about how to grow in a grim and restrictive environment. As a therapis...
Hello there! Making the decision to contact a counselor can be an intimidating and difficult step and here you ARE! My goal as a therapist include creating a safe space for you to be you without JUDGEMENT and to help you ease into the process of changing through providing support and encouragement. As we work together to build a personalized therapy plan, my hope is that you will gain a deeper...
I have been involved with the recovery community for over 25 years. I have 20 years of experience working with families dealing with addiction and behavioral issues, helping parents develop strategies and tools to help their children. My work with adults focuses helping them identify the impact their substance use is having on themselves and those around them. Then developing a plan that suppor...
