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
Perhaps you have been to one too many virtual meetings, where people have asked how you feel and you say fine, but you really aren’t. Are you feeling isolated? Overwhelmed by continually being confined at home with family members? Do you have anxiety about health or the economy or are simply missing the life you used to lead? Everyone needs someone to reach out to. I am here for you. In my care...
I stress the importance of a strong, caring therapeutic relationship with my clients. I provide a safe, supportive environment in which clients can discuss their feelings and experiences, both past and present. We engage in a collaborative dialogue that allows for inquiry into why patients feel the way they do and what factors have influenced their development into who they are and how they...
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I have over 30 years experience as a Clinical Social Worker. I am experienced in helping adults manage emotions, develop inner discipline and build confidence. I enjoy working with couples to address challenges and develop solutions. I believe that all individuals have the knowledge and potential to create goodness for themselves and the world around them....
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Psychotherapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-R), & addictions specialist providing therapeutic individual & group psychotherapy services & counseling serving diverse populations in the New York area. For me, psychotherapy is the practice of assisting patients to get at what they truly want out of life. Please note that for the duration of the current nationwide medical emergency, it w...
Hello, I am Dr. Konstantin Lukin, Clinical Director and Co-Founder of the Lukin Center for Psychotherapy. At the Lukin Center, we specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and use this approach across our sub-specializations in Men's and Women's Issues, Couple's Therapy, and Adolescent Treatment. Our clinicians work collaboratively with our clients to determine an effective treatment pla...
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The key to emotional health and happiness is nurturing the authentic self, the source of one's primary needs and feelings. When we neglect this essential task, our ability to love and work is compromised. Depression, anxiety, and compulsive behaviors are often signs of alienation from the self. In my work, I integrate psychodynamic therapy, mindfulness, and experiential techniques to help each...
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I primarily work with adults and young adults suffering from depression, anxiety, and/or addiction, in addition to those struggling with relational/communication issues. I take a highly personal, strengths-based, positive approach tailored to each client's individual needs. In addition to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which directly targets negative thoughts, I use an acceptance-based approach ...
