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
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS!!! I strive to give all of my clients the best possible care that I can and focus on my clients’ strengths and skills to provide an approach that is unique to each individual. My goal is to provide a safe, empathetic, and healthy environment for my clients to develop the skills that they need in order to face the various challenges and difficulties in their lives. I believ...
Hello, I am Fleshia W. Smalls, a mental health therapist, wholeheartedly, providing services to the community in office and virtually as well. Because I know how complicated daily schedules can be, early morning, evening and weekend appointments are available. Serving others is my calling, it is the reason I've been in the field of social work for over 25 years. Working with children, adolescen...
Sometimes we feel a resistance towards seeking help. You may come from a community or family that deems it to be taboo, or a society that invalidates your experience. Together we will work to face feelings of shame, anxiety, doubt, and the trauma that stems from these environments. Let's find and build on the connections that you need to step into your power & deconstruct any thoughts of...
I use EMDR online to help people change their lives. It is a safe, powerful, and effective way to work together NOW. Emerge from this crisis even stronger and better able to face the future. What is your life going to look like one year from now if you don't take action? Are you ready to try something different? With Trauma-Focused Intensive Therapy utilizing EMDR you can experience healing in...
Talking with a warm, supportive and experienced therapist can make a huge difference when you're struggling with issues that compromise your ability to live comfortably and with as little stress as possible. A trusted therapist can help you make sense of your difficulties and understand how they came to be. The insights you gain about yourself can help you develop more effective ways of navigat...
My name is Kim Watkins. I hold a Specialist in Education degree in Community Counseling and have been a therapist for 11+ years. Through my experience in community mental health, substance abuse, and private practice, I believe we all do the best we can with the knowledge and skills that we have. When navigating life’s challenges becomes difficult, counseling can help. I utilize a combination o...
Greetings! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 10 years of experience working in the Behavioral Health field. I have worked in a variety of settings helping my clients deal with issues such as, but not limited to bipolar, depression, anxiety, family conflicts. Additionally, I have had extensive experience working with families and caregivers impacted by trauma. My approach to counseling...
Welcome! My name is Diana Lleras and my goal is to help clients develop the skills and tools necessary to accomplish a life worth living and optimal wellness. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with five years of experience working with adolescents and adults. My areas of specialty include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, eye moveme...
"You bring all of you with you all of the time" - this quote from one of my early professors has resonated with me over time as I see it's truth in my own life, and in the lives of my clients. Coming to truly know ourselves, and then taking affirmative action to make desired changes are core elements in reaching a healthy emotional state. We start this process by owning and working with all tha...
Paul McClellan, LCSW-C completed his Master’s degree in Social Work at the University of Chicago in 2015, and he has over 4 years of clinical experience in one on one counseling, family work, and group therapy. His primary focus is providing honest and authentic communication with clients, and being a resource for active listening and problem solving. He enjoys working with adults, children, an...
*** Let me help you prioritize your mental health and well-being during this unusual time. I am offering telehealth sessions to my clients as an accommodation due to COVID-19. We all need to stay safe, but continue care for ourselves. I am happy to connect on weekends, or during early mornings or evenings to meet your needs. Whatever life challenges you may have, the current disruption of...
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I enjoy working with individuals and relationships of all sorts (romantic or familial). I love exploring how people have evolved through the context of their current and past relationships and with their own internal emotional world. My ideal client is someone who may feel stuck and has a desire to evolve and explore how their core beliefs about themselves and the world are impacting their life...
I welcome both adults and adolescents to my practice. I work by creating a safe, affirming and warm environment for people to work on the issues they identify. I would like to work with people that want to explore why they are finding trouble in relationships or productivity to achieve an improved version of themselves. My specialty is building relationships, the rapport I build with people is ...
Life does not always go as planned especially when our life seems overwhelming, stressful, or seemingly unmanageable? Together, we will work to identify your strengths and areas of concern in your life and establish a plan to help you achieve your goals and objectives. My goal is to provide a sincere, thoughtful, and safe environment where my clients can process their feelings and increase...
