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 a holistic approach when comes to dealing with mental health issues. I focus on the individual; treating the Spiritual, emotional, physical and mental aspect of the person. I am very client-centered, trying to meet his or her needs with patience and compassion....
I enjoy working with people that are trying to change or move to another place in their life. Getting married, buying a house, changing jobs, getting a divorce, or retiring, all take a lot of courage and thought. I want to be part of that process and try to give you tools to make the changes you want. I have worked extensively with trauma victims. Unfortunately, many people were told to get ove...
I've found that it can make a life-changing difference to feel understood, supported, and empowered as we face fear, stress, painful circumstances, daunting challenges and pursue our greatest hopes. I was honored to work with children, pre-teens, and teens and their families for years in community mental health. I've also worked with individual adults from other countries. I enjoy helping my...
Dr. Michael Harmon has been practicing as a Clinical Psychologist since 2006. Master’s in Counseling Psychology from Western Evangelical Seminary, and his Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from George Fox University. Dr. Harmon has worked in state hospitals, correctional facilities, as well as private practice. He served as Senior Psychologist Specialist as a subject matter expert for intellectu...
I believe people are unique and therefore there is no cookie cutter approach to working with clients. My experience is that everyone has the capacity to find their way to solutions and hold the answers to the questions they seek but may need guidance in the process. I believe in the "stool" approach to life. We all have our stool and it has three legs: Physical, Emotional and Spiritual. If any ...
I'm interested in working on your goals and helping you change perspective on any self-defeating thoughts you might have. Talking about a problem, issue or concern can be cathartic. Anxiety and depression are all too common in today's fast paced technology driven culture. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy takes on multiple evidence based therapeutic approaches that can help you be the best version o...
At Bloom Couples Counseling, I offer a comprehensive, scientifically-based approach to relationship counseling in a supportive and appropriately challenging setting. I help you unravel the mystery of the cyclical nature of relationship problems, reducing frustration and restoring connection. Using evidence-based tools and approaches, my goal is to help you and your partner move from distance to...
Raoul is a licensed mental health clinician with 10 years of experience helping children, teens, and young adults through various mental health needs and life challenges. His experience includes treating depression, multiple forms of anxiety, trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder, academic challenges, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, emotional regulation, and transitions into adulthoo...
Being human is hard! A lot of us are juggling school, work, family, friendships, and about a thousand other things simultaneously. All that pressure begins to weigh on us after a while. This can lead to anxiety, depression, relationship issues, financial stress... The list goes on. I specialize in working with preteens, teens, and young adults dealing with stress, family problems, bullying, and...
I have a bachelors degree in Community, Family, Addiction, Services as well as a masters degree in Clinical Mental Health from Texas Tech University. My goals are simple, I want to help people get better, and I will walk with you in that journey. When it feels to dark, I will light the match and we will walk together out of the darkness. I have spent the last 10 years of my life helping others,...
Like many of us right now, we can all use some help and support. I would like to be that person for you! My genuine curiosity helps guide this process by encouraging the exploration of emotions, shame, and behaviors that are keeping us stuck. You already hold the power and abilities to make a change in your life and it is my job to help you uncover what you might not be seeing. If you value...
I have experience working with the LGTBQ community and am uniquely qualified to work with First Responders, Police, Fire and EMT/Paramedics, having worked as a Police Officer for 25 years. I am acutely aware of the traumas associated with those fields. I have been working with the LGBTQ community for the past 3 years, helping in dealing with gender identity issues as well as acceptance of who y...
Feeling overwhelmed? Is the anxiety or depression you feel getting the best of you? You find yourself worrying so much, stuck in the past or the future. You struggle to focus on your work and duties, can’t get enough sleep, feel on edge, and waste all that time doom scrolling and not knowing how to get out of the “stuck.” You may find you are compensating with food or drink or other distraction...
Have you not been feeling like yourself lately? Are you feeling depressed, angry, moody, or fed up with life? or Did you just recently experience a breakup and/or having problems with your partner/spouse? You do not have to feel alone because together we can develop solutions to resolve issues. I want you to feel encouraged, validated, and challenged during therapy. I am committed to empowerin...
When you come to therapy, it's important to remember that you are already trying to cope in the best way you can. But you don't have to wait until things feel unbearable before you ask for help. I have been a psychotherapist for over 25 years, & have experience working with Online Gaming, Adolescents, Parenting Conflicts, Cross-cultural Therapy, Learning Disabilities, Depression, GLBT Issues,...
