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
Do you fume when someone cuts you off in traffic? Does your blood pressure rocket when your child refuses to cooperate? Anger is a normal and even healthy emotion — but it's important to deal with it in a positive way. Uncontrolled anger can take a toll on both your health and your relationships. Ready to get your anger under control? If you or a loved one has anger issues, therapy can help. A...
I treat clients from adolescence through adulthood, including the elderly. I have treated the gamut of psychiatric diagnoses from anxiety and mood disorders, psychotic disorders, eating disorders, ADHD, issues related to sexual and gender identity, grief and life stage/development. I am an LCSW-C (psychiatric social worker), practicing for over 28 years. I have experience working in individual ...
A board certified medical support hypnotherapist and International Board of Hypnotherapy fellow, Sylvain Coulon graduated from the Hypnotherapy Academy of America in Albuquerque, New Mexico. One of the most respected hypnotherapy academy in the world. Sylvain shares his expertise and speaks about hypnosis at symposiums, radio shows and conferences, including Harvard and received the award of th...
Life can sometimes be stressful, due to the demands we, as well as others place upon us. Often times we are struggling to achieve some sense of balance while simultaneously feeling overwhelmed. As a result our relationships and connectedness to others can be affected. If you are feeling lost, hurt, angry, overwhelmed or worried you are not alone, please do not hesitate to reach out. I specializ...
We all struggle from time to time. For many of us, the struggle gets overwhelming. We feel paralyzed, crushed, sometimes empty or numb. We behave in ways that we never thought we could. We chase after distractions in an effort to ward off the thoughts and feelings that settle in when the world around us grows quiet. Some of us have experienced traumatic events that have left us wondering if we...
Trying to manage everything life throws at you can seem impossible at times. Balance is lost and certain areas of your life begin to suffer such as relationships, self-care, work, and performance. You may feel hopeless, disconnected, frustrated, unmotivated, underappreciated, and alone. As a counselor, your wellness is my top priority. I work hard to create a safe environment where you feel...
You look in the mirror and see the "bad" traits. That you're not thin enough, not smart enough, not "good" enough. You realize that these traits were projected there by someone else--a past partner, or maybe even a parent. You want to recover from perhaps a lifetime of emotional pain and narcissistic abuse but you don't know where to begin...I specialize in treating individuals who are adult...
There’s no greater joy than when I see my clients become self-sufficient, and I am privileged to watch positive changes occur in their lives. Knowing that I can help families strengthen their bond is very rewarding. No matter where you are on your journey to a brighter future, let’s work together to find the mental health care you need to thrive. I provide my sessions in a safe, nonjudgmental...
My primary focus is to assist you in discovering the best way to deal with the challenges you face in your life. I believe you know the best way to solve the challenges you face, I help you uncover those answers. I am available for individual, couple and family counseling. My primary focus is on the family system, I pay attention to how the family interacts with one another in an effort to help...
I meet with individuals and couples who are confronting unexpected disruption and are not sure how to deal with the emotional pain, confusion and overwhelm. Together we work to discover your unique way through these difficulties. Listening carefully to your situation, I'll help you sort through the thoughts and emotions that arise. We can explore your dreams and pay attention to your body's...
We help children and families to survive and thrive life challenges by supplying quality service. Our specialty is counseling children with behavioral issues, such as ADHD, ODD, CD, anger and family issues. We also specialize in male psychological, behavioral and emotional issues. We provide quality counseling to children with behavioral issues and families that are struggling with dysfunction....
Life contains a variety of challenges that can hinder you from experiencing an abundant life! Some of these challenges may feel like a mountain— impossible to climb; too difficult to navigate on your own. That is why Compass Counseling exists to help people where they are. We have a heart to walk closely with a variety of individuals in an effort to help them find true freedom from life issues...
As a therapist, I work from a strengths-based interpersonal perspective, highlighting your resilience with the goal of creating a more fulfilling life. The decision to begin therapy is a highly personal and complex process for many. With this in mind, I thrive to create a non-judgmental, safe and warm environment for exploration and growth. The aim of our work together will be to create a more...
My hope for each client is that therapy sessions leave them with curiosities about themselves and others, and a feeling of empowerment and possibility. I believe that families, our environment, and the way that we've grown up continue to affect us throughout life. As an experiential therapist, one of the main goals I have with clients is to work towards congruence; the ability to genuinely expr...
Many of the individuals who come to see me express a deep lack of fulfillment, discontentment, and at times unexplainable dissatisfaction in their life despite everything seeming "fine" to the outside world. At times the reasons for these issues are often clearly identifiable while at other times, they are more deeply rooted patterns of behaviors or messages that can take some time to unpack an...
