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
We believe in truly treating the whole person and family in need of substance abuse treatment. You will experience a powerful holistic healing experience that utilizes evidence based treatment modalities as well as alternative strategies such as: Calming Herbal Detox Teas, Acupuncture, Body Energy Work, Guided Meditation, Neuro-Linguistic programming, Mindfulness, Emotional Freedom Technique, a...
Dr. Emily Gary, LMFTA, has a Ph.D. in Human Development with a concentration in Marriage and Family Therapy from Virginia Tech. She has a Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from The University of Southern Mississippi. She moved to Greensboro from Richmond, Virginia, where she was working as an in-home therapist with children and families. Emily has worked with a wide variety of...
I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate at Awakenings Counseling’s in Raleigh where I am fortunate to serve individual clients and couples; at Awakenings we are trained in sex therapy and help clients struggling with concerns related to intimacy, libido, desire, sexual dysfunctions and more. I have experience providing clients with support in the following areas: learning to ...
At this stage in my career, ideal clients would be those interested in working with me via the teletherapy platform outside of insurance involvement. I have decided to transition to teletherapy for a variety of reasons, and I have found that it is a highly effective way to work with clients. It gives you a lot of flexibility in terms of when we can meet...days, evenings, weekends. $40 for a 45...
In life some times we just don’t have a roadmap for what we are experiencing which may make us feel anxious, lonely or uncertain. I have had tremendous success working with clients with issues of anxiety, depression, end-of-life issues, post-trauma experiences, anger issues, marital and pre-marital couples conflict, and crisis management. Allow me to work with you to get pointed back in the rig...
You matter. Your story matters. Having a safe place to process your feelings and struggles matters. I desire for every client to know they have a voice and what they have experienced is important. I offer a safe place where you can come engage with what you are experiencing without judgement. My intention as a therapist is to assess what you are struggling with, help you process the pain,...
Are you struggling with mental health symptoms - anxiety, depression, relationship or family issues, intrusive thoughts, isolation, loneliness, grief or general "stress"? The discomfort may be the result of a short-term situational experience. Or it could be something you have struggled with for years. Counseling or psychotherapy can help you reduce or eliminate the discomfort you are...
Are you feeling under pressure, overwhelmed, and as though you are not enough? By utilizing the humanistic, existential, and solution-focused approaches, I can help you feel less pressured and overwhelmed by viewing you as a whole person, encouraging you to remain true to yourself (humanistic), helping you increase your self-awareness, accept responsibility, and know that you are enough so you ...
Finding a therapist can be a daunting task, whether you are in a crisis or just looking to make a change. I know the courage it takes to walk in the door for the first session, so I meet that courage with respect, warmth, and a nonjudgmental stance. I am passionate about helping my clients find their voice, gain skills to face difficulties with confidence, and heal past hurt and trauma. I striv...
I work with adult clients. Some of the issues I have assisted them with include: substance abuse, grief work, depression, stress/anxiety management and restructuring, communication issues, adjustment to life transitions, domestic violence, substance abuse, and anger management. Above all, I seek to establish a safe environment in which spiritual healing and growth can take place. I have worked ...
It has been pointed out to me by clients, colleagues, family and friends that they find it easy to talk to me. It is not uncommon for strangers to share there challenges and successes with me after a few words of casual conversation. If I were to list what I thought allows me to build rapport so easily, I would have to say that I believe it is because people are able to sense that I care about...
"The only thing we have to fear is fear itself." When working with you, it is my mission to help you reach your fullest potential. You already have everything you need inside of you, but I can support you on your journey back to your true self by peeling away limiting fears and beliefs, in order to live a life of self-empowerment. With a mixture of my committed support and your committed...
Hi, my name is Wesley C. Bruce and I am a combat veteran and trauma specialist. I believe in helping veterans, families, and children overcome the obstacles in their lives to find their ultimate potential. I have training in CBT, DBT, experiential/play therapy, brainspotting, attachment therapy, and body based therapies. As a combat veteran, I know that struggles that our military families,...
I specialize in working with minority, disability populations, LGBTQ, military, and those who are struggling with diverse issues to instill hope. My approach is strength-based, nonjudgmental, culturally competent, flexible, outcome-oriented, and uses evidence-based approaches with the belief that recovery is possible. I have over 30 years of experience and I am currently licensed as a Professio...
I see adults for individual therapy and couples counseling. I take a mind/body approach with my clients and may incorporate mindfulness practices, exercise, time in nature, and other holistic approaches in your treatment plan, if that’s right for you. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Compassion-Focused Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, and...
