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
Finding a compassionate and non-judgmental therapist is the first step to improve your quality of life and help you achieve outcomes that meet both present and future goals! I am an experienced Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, Licensed Social Worker & Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor - with advanced professional training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Clinical...
I am not accepting new clients as of 12/12/20. I provide counseling to couples and individuals to effectively address the troubles they are having in their relationships and personal lives. Areas of significant experience counseling people include; relationship discord, intimacy, anxiety, grief, a history of trauma and abuse, depression, substance abuse, life transitions, and gender issues. I...
If you are in crisis, are looking to make changes in your life, or are continuing along a trajectory of personal growth, I may be able to help. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with specialized training in trauma, intimacy and relationship issues, as well as issues of sexual health and integrity. I have worked extensively in addiction treatment, but am by no means limited to workin...
I view therapy as a chance to solve problems, improve relationships, get support, and increase self-awareness by exploring your thoughts and feelings. I work with individuals and couples using a modern approach that combines cognitive behavioral and psychodynamic therapies. This is an interactive and contemporary method for resolving current problems and exploring how the past has shaped you. T...
Are you feeling angry, frustrated or hopeless about things happening in your relationship, or just tired of feeling "stuck"? Have you or your partner had an affair and need help rebuilding trust? Are you having difficulty adjusting to the military lifestyle or a recent deployment? Do you have low sexual desire and not sure how to improve it? I can assist you in all of these areas to create the...
I am an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist. I help individuals and those in relationship work through all issues related to sex, sexuality and sexual orientation/LGBTQ+, gender identity, compulsive sexual behavior/sex addiction, sexual abuse/trauma, sex work/escorts, non-traditional relationships, and intimacy. I celebrate diversity and approach the therapist-client relationship with compassion,...
I am a seasoned practicing psychotherapist, and professor for over 30 years. I'm grateful to have worked with so many courageous people who have been willing to ask for help, and engage in their own healing. My practice is diverse but I specialize in short term therapy. Therapy need not be life long instead, we will work together to identify your goals and develop effective strategies and tools...
When you enter my office, you will be met by a very experienced therapist licensed for 20+ years. Whatever anguish and hopelessness you are experiencing or manifesting in your relationship, you will be met with compassion and acceptance, intelligence and sensitivity. If you are feeling haunted by memories and traumas, you will be met with skill and insight and we will work together to minimize ...
My goal for each individual I work with is that we improve the balance they have in their lives. This often occurs by shifting perspectives within ourselves and of the world around. Participating in consistent evaluation with each other helps maintain this balance over time....
Mario Dartayet- Rodriguez holds an M.S.W from New York University. He is a New York State Licensed Master Social Worker and a New Jersey Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Mr. Dartayet-Rodriguez is a Certified Sex Addictions Therapist (CSAT) and is graduate of the Eating Disorders, Compulsions and Addictions Program at the William Alanson White Institute. Mr. Dartayet-Rodriguez has trained in...
I'm a Jungian-oriented psychoanalyst working with adults who have concerns around relationships, self esteem, depression and anxiety, and life transitions. I don't offer quick fixes, but I do offer a way for you to come to know yourself better and live your life more fully. This is the work of individuation, of becoming who you are and of meeting life as it is. I've trained with the Jungian...
Clients often seek therapeutic support when coping with a life transition that is effecting them and/or their families. I work with individuals and families as they navigate challenging times and my goal is to provide an environment in which growth occurs. I work with people of all ages and view therapy as a collaborative process focused on fostering hope and strength. As an associate professor...
"The best way out is always through" --Robert Frost. While noting we have remarkable capacities to cope, strive, and even thrive through challenges, there are many times in life we all find ourselves coming up short. It is in these times, we could all benefit seeking support from others. I have been helping people per aspera, or through difficulty, in a therapeutic capacity for over 14 years. I...
I offer individual, couples, and family therapy in a safe and focused environment. People often feel comfortable quickly, and are able to find a place of safety, allowing their inner resources to surface. My 15 years as a MFT and 35 years practicing other therapies give me the tools that make my therapy effective. I offer guided relaxation,imagery, and hypnotherapy allow a deepening access to t...
I work with people not diagnoses. First and foremost I want my clients to know that they are not on their own. I first began to study counseling psychology because I enjoy helping people. When a person comes into my office it is usually because they are in need of help. Through the use of various psychological techniques I strive to assist those who seek to find what they are looking for. I als...
