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.
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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
First and foremost, I hope you and your loved ones are well during this challenging and frightening time. There is no set pattern for how each of us is handling this crisis. There is no right or wrong way to react. We are still dealing with unknowns including the safety of each other while we ponder the sanctity of life itself., Some days we can escape to lighter thoughts while other days can f...
My counseling philosophy seeks to find the root of issues, rather than only focusing on managing surface-level symptoms. I incorporate Attachment theory, Family Systems, and Jungian psychology- including a focus on Personality Types, as identified by the Myers-Briggs (MBTI). I believe change occurs in therapy when the client is able to identify the things that are holding them back or distracti...
If you need strategies to navigate the maze of infidelity, disconnection, or the dreaded "roommate" dynamic, call me! Over the last 20+ years as an LPC, I have guided many couples back to intimacy, trust, and reconnection. Maybe I can help you too. I offer both in-office and video appointments Monday through Thursday 8 am - 8 pm and Friday 8 am - 5 pm. Regardless of your relationship status, I ...
I became a therapist because I want to join with clients as they heal from pain and trauma. People need support for many reasons, some relatively simple and some so complicated as to seem unbearable. Psychotherapy is not only for people with severe illnesses or trauma but for people who feel stuck with their relationships, their careers, their friendships or have experiences that have a major...
If you are feeling overwhelmed by stress in your life I am here to help you along your journey of developing healthy and effective coping skills to take back control of your life and achieve your personal goals. My goal is to help you discover a new outlook in life that will decrease your stress and find the happiness you deserve. I work with adults, adolescents, and children to find solutions ...
As first generation to Indian parents, I saw my parents struggle with cultural differences. They were raised with similar upbringings; however, their beliefs about relationships were starkly different. I never witnessed them talking about their struggles, but rather, they seemed to view their relationship as what was to be expected. Witnessing this relationship dynamic taught me the importance ...
I help individuals overcome relationship issues, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, work stress, and unresolved grief. I often work with creative people and high achieving individuals in tech. I specialize in men's issues across adulthood and frequently help men connect to their emotional intelligence and their capacity for depth in relationships. I welcome people of all backgrounds and...
If you are struggling with emotional pain from one of life’s difficulties, I would love the opportunity to help. Whether you are dealing with a great loss, a difficult relationship, severe unhappiness, or another issue, I can help you to a better place. As a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I really enjoy helping individuals, couples, teens and familie...
*Now seeing clients via telehealth* I strive to support clients in their process towards better relationships with themselves and others. In working collaboratively with clients towards their goals; I have the honor to witness the vulnerability and courage clients have to explore, learn and better understand who they are and how their strengths, struggles and talents support them, and at times,...
Many people find themselves with one hand tied behind their backs. They weren't taught or allowed as children to express what’s happening inside of them. Rather than showing any vulnerability, they're told to not feel, to act as if everything is fine. Given these messages, we can lose track of who we really are and what we really want. Unfortunately, this leaves many people with few ways to kno...
I specialize in helping people who may appear to others as high-functioning, high-achievers, who have it “all together,” but on the inside experience intense anxiety or depression. I assist people who have too much self-control, inhibition, and perfectionism with learning skills that help them to relax, loosen up, enjoy life, and create fulfilling relationships. My clients often struggle with...
I enjoy working with clients on a wide range of issues including but not limited to: anger, anxiety, grief and loss, life adjustment issues, family issues and identity issues. I use a variety of approaches that are tailored for each client to facilitate positive change in the client's positive mental health....
Do you want a more passionate relationship? Do you feel uncertain or anxious about sex? Are you struggling to overcome the pain of infidelity? Are you having difficulty with sexual desire? Do your sexual behaviors cause you or your partner distress? Are you tired of fighting over sex? As a psychotherapist specializing in treating sex and relationship issues, and the only AASECT certified Sex...
At times, many individuals feel adrift in life. Experiencing feelings of numbness, intense sadness, or worry can leave one feeling like coping is impossible and motivation is far out of reach. Even in the darkest of times, however, relief is possible. Through a collaborative, individually tailored treatment approach, I work with you to alleviate troublesome symptoms and help you to reveal cruci...
Accepting New Clients: Personal, practical, Biblical counsel for Christians and non-Christians. I provide a safe, therapeutic environment where you can come as you are. My deepest desire, as a pastor, is to see people walking in step with God's desire for their life. I believe a major part of that if learning more about yourself and who God has made you to be. I have experience with children,...
