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
Life's a journey, with many unexpected twists and turns. Sometimes we need someone to talk to, someone to share our thoughts and feelings, dreams and fears, and help guide us toward resolution. I want to help my clients navigate this path, and to also experience the possibilities of living their best life possible. I work with teens and adults, and also specialize in women's issues across the...
Maybe you find yourself suffering with something that has been with you for awhile or something that has just risen to the surface of your awareness? Whether it is low self-esteem, constant worry, difficulty with social interactions, or feelings of sadness; all of these examples are treatable with psychotherapy. It can be challenging to contact a counselor for help - I know it was the first tim...
I can help you understand your struggles with self-compassion and the determination to overcome life's obstacles. I have a background in existential and humanistic psychology and I utilize cognitive-behavioral (CBT), person-centered, and motivational interviewing (MI) techniques as well. I have 3 years experience working in addiction/recovery at an intensive outpatient program, where I led grou...
I specialize in Couples Counseling and helping any relationship that walks in our doors. I work with couples who are doing well and those who are struggling. Using attachment orientated modalities, I seek to find the hidden "hurts" that contribute to disharmony and emotional distancing. Lack of communication is only a symptom of the larger underlying problems that can be addressed, understood, ...
If you are stuck in unhealthy behavior patterns--- whether it's outward behaviors like addictions, or internal patterns of negative thoughts--- I can help you identify the root cause and break free. These "scripts" often started from past conditions such as our childhoods or previous relationships, but we're able to update them to match the present and become healthier and more effective. If yo...
No matter the hurdles that life throws your way you can create a full, vibrant, and gratifying future. As a past oncology nurse, HIV/AIDS researcher, and hospice social worker, I am in a unique position to assist you in overcoming challenging health concerns, chronic pain, grief, or loss issues. As a past nurse and behaviorist at a medically-supervised weight loss program, I can help you combat...
We all want to feel good about how we show up in the world everyday, awake and happy at home, work, and out there in the world. I work with individuals, parents. I specialize in working with men's issues, anxiety and depression, relationship challenges, trauma and addiction, and life transitions such as divorce or career change. I work with couples struggling with conflict and parenting issues...
Past abuse experiences aren't necessarily old history. It's common to still struggle months, even years after the painful experience. Do you struggle with intimacy in relationships, or feelings of discomfort around sex, even when it's consensual? Sometimes there is no shortage of sexual experiences but you find it difficult to enjoy them, needing more, or feeling numb. You may be feeling shame,...
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Board Certified Neurotherapist, Peak Performance Trainer, Tactical Therapist and much more! I offer you a diverse set of services and specialties to meet your, your families or your team's specific needs. I currently practice in San Antonio, Texas and offer retreats in the Texas Hill Country, Puerto Rico, and Hawaii. I am also available for mentoring and...
I am a licensed clinical therapist and owner of Ethos Psychotherapy and Wellness. My goal as a clinical therapist is to help clients explore issues of identity, gain emotional insight, prioritize self-care, eliminate self-defeating habits, and develop healthy boundaries in relationships with others. I specialize in treatment of depression, anxiety, grief, self-esteem, family of origin issues, p...
Through The Divorce Resource Center of Georgia, I provide therapeutic services for a broad spectrum of adolescent and adult issues. I have worked with people of all ages in outpatient, and school settings, as well as provide guidance and advocacy for families with children struggling through the IEP or 504 process in the school systems. I have spent the last 11 years as a Special Education Teac...
My practice is closed to new clients for now. Licensed as a Mental Health Counselor in Washington, my education and training is in Jungian analytical psychology. Emphasizing the creative principle in healing and growth, this work inspires a devotion to being honest and willing to self-reflect, then make life-enhancing changes in behavior and attitudes. I specialize in listening to, and...
Derek is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and a nationally board-certified counselor. He is also fully trained in EMDR Therapy. In addition to two bachelor degrees, one from Kalamazoo College and the other from University of Wisconsin-Madison, Derek also holds a Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Roosevelt University. Derek has worked extensively with people...
We all have suffering in our lives-- it's part of human experience. Too often, however, there is a layer of unnecessary psychological pain caused by unconscious defenses. We often resist painful feelings and the realities they point to. When we get stuck in our resistance we get emotionally sick and our suffering increases. I work together with patients to honestly and compassionately untangle,...
Are you overwhelmed with the demands of life? Do you feel as though you are taking on too much with little to no support? Do you feel misunderstood? Do you struggle with being happy? Do you want to be more confident and secure within yourself? My clinical perspective allows me to view you as the expert of your current stressors and challenges. Viewing you as the expert in your life and being ab...
