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
Ann Arbor therapist with 30 years experience providing the finest Neuropsychological Rehabilitation, Assessment, Psychotherapy, Counseling, Psycho-Education, Cognitive Rehabilitation. Also perform Emotional Support Animal evaluations. -- Many sessions can be conducted by video from the comfort of your home. Emotional Support Animal evaluations conducted as time permits. Expert in brain injury...
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If you are here, you are looking for a change, for understanding and for life to get better. Effective therapy requires a sense that the therapist understands you and what you need to do to feel better. My first goal is for you to come away from our initial session feeling like you are on your way to having a greater understanding of yourself and exactly what you need to do. You have a right to...
We all have problems and everyone needs help at times. With more than 12 years experience, I provide professional/confidential mental health services to diverse persons. I do not discriminate based on ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation or personal identification and believe that through connection and compassion we can resolve any problem together. Our past experiences do not...
**I am not accepting new clients at this time.** You may be feeling lonely, overwhelmed, or scared for yourself, your marriage, or your family. It may seem like your life is falling apart or you or your loved ones are constantly walking on egg shells. Its getting more difficult to keep it together for appearances or maybe its already past that point. You've tried just about everything you can...
Feeling overwhelmed, sad, frustrated, or anxious? Do you want to get better, but wonder if you can and where to start? It's hard when you feel like a situation has become more than you can handle, or what you have been doing to cope isn't working anymore. You are not alone and I'm here to help. Our work together can help you improve your relationships, gain new perspectives, feel better about...
My clients tell me therapy has given them insights and practical skills that have helped them to navigate life with more ease. I aim to achieve these outcomes and growth for all of my clients, whether they have turned to therapy as a short-term stepping stone or a long-term process. For me, therapy is about cultivating choice, identifying meaningful goals, and learning to a live with authentici...
I enjoy treating clients of all ages with a variety of mental health concerns. My special areas of interest include grief & loss, geriatric issues, traumatic brain injury, marital and relationship issues, men's issues, depression, and anxiety. I am a llifelong Christian, though interested in other faiths and open to providing faith-based counseling to individuals of varying faith backgrounds. I...
I treat both individuals and couples at our Southside Indianapolis office, to include helping individuals understand and work on issues that affect their relationships; helping with concerns such as depression, anxiety, and bipolar; and providing full marriage counseling. My work with couples is grounded in relationship principles shown to be effective in the marriage research literature, and i...
( English | español ) Welcome. My participation in helping families in crisis has provided me with a deep understanding of systems, culture, patterns, trauma, substance abuse, and relational dynamics. I'm fully bilingual (Spanish) and bicultural and have worked with people from diverse backgrounds. My focus is to support individuals, couples, and families on their journey to heal. My approach i...
As a Psychologist by vocation, my orientation is developmental and strengths focused. With mutual collaboration from the client, I encourage clients to embrace a deeper understanding of the self and love/work relationships. Clients benefit from psychotherapy at optimal levels when a collaborative relationship and mutual feedback define the therapeutic process. I invite you to access an increase...
My goal as a therapist is to help you find the very best aspects of yourself. I work to help you create healthy and dynamic relationships and to generate meaningful change. I offer specialized mental health services for adults, couples, children, and families. My practice combines a client-centered approach with effective psychotherapy interventions to treat a wide range of issues. Building a...
Life is hard and we make it harder when we deny that fact. I believe everyone has strength they have yet to uncover and I will be with you every step of the way as you discover your unique strength and become empowered to cope with all that life throws at you. Whether you are 6 or 90 or anywhere in between, you have the right to be free of whatever is weighing you down and the power to rise abo...
As far as most people know you have your "life together." But deep down you feel stuck in a routine that feels overwhelming. You want to take the next step in your career or perhaps you want to ask an acquaintance out on a date but the fear of change, failure and self-doubt are holding you back. You have brilliant ideas that you want to share with others but you hesitate to act or speak because...
My work is concerned with helping my client make concrete changes in their lives. I guide my clients to overcome inhibitions, and resolve symptoms such as anxiety and depression. Additionally, I work with my clients to improve their relationships-with themselves and others. All feelings and thoughts are welcome here. We will work together to create change in your life....
