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
Are you experiencing communication issues with your teenager or losing your cool with your children? Do you resort to threats, yelling, bribes, and punishments to get your kids to listen and do what you ask them to do? Parenting can feel overwhelming at times. I work collaboratively with parents who desire to sharpen their parenting skills, communication, and strengthen their relationship with...
I believe in transparency and honesty. I have experienced my own difficulties and challenges in life after 22 years in the U.S. Army and I am in recovery from PTSD and substance abuse. Nobody wakes up one morning and decides to be addicted to substances. It just happens. We are not weak, defective, useless, worthless, morally corrupt, or any other disparaging comments often said about individua...
There come times in each of our lives that we simply do not feel the way we want to feel in life. Whether you are struggling with transitional periods in your life or simply looking to discover the best version of yourself, there is ALWAYS opportunity. If you are struggling with anxiety, feeling down, relationship difficulties, or just life there is help. Working on yourself is the most rewardi...
Carlos Velazquez is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Army veteran whose professional therapeutic experience centers on working with traumatized adults and children of all ages and their families. Primarily within judicial and community organizations, he has worked with clients living with depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, domestic violence, familial conflict, childhood behavioral...
My practice focuses on clients' individual concerns and on couple and family relationships as well. In addition to my training and experience as a marriage and family therapist, I have extensive experience treating adolescents, young adults and adults who are experiencing symptoms of depression and anxiety. An additional area of my experience includes helping clients resolve the effects of...
Chane Reaction LLC is a community-based operation offering counseling to individuals and families. We specialize in servicing underrepresented groups. As an African-American male therapist, I understand that it is essential to provide a safe, relaxing, judgement-free space that encompasses both social work values as well as a therapeutic, holistic approach. Utilizing Evidenced Based Treatments,...
I see clients in Ojai, Ventura and Santa Barbara with understanding, compassion and a sense of safety to explore the many ways to make life easier, more welcoming and fulfilling. Although I specialize in Couples and Relationship Development, I also work with clients experiencing Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Divorce, Loss, Life Transitions including Sexual Orientation and Aging concerns. As a ful...
Are you or a loved one struggling with alcohol or drug use? Tried other treatments that didn't work? Did not find 12-step meetings useful? We can help. Insight Recovery Centers is a licensed adult Intensive Outpatient Program. We are right for people who may be stepping down from a residential or detox program or need more than once a week therapy. Your program may include a combination of grou...
You have clicked on me for a reason, I hope you will read on. There must be something in your life that you are struggling with. Struggling with OCD? Maybe feeling alone in your relationship? Feeling disconnected and depressed? Have been in therapy before and want deeper solutions? I am happy and honored to help. I practice with compassion and truly want to help you find a solution. You've take...
I work with adolescents and adults who seek to feel happier, manifest improved versions of themselves, facilitate and maintain meaningful relationships, and find purpose and greater enjoyment in life. I specialize in the treatment of LGBTQ+ concerns, depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, self-esteem, parenting & family struggles, & life transitions. Sessions are customized for each individual...
Heather Hayes & Associates is your trusted ally for navigating the complex world of treatment and recovery options for substance abuse, mental health issues, and process addictions. The Heather R. Hayes team offers a concierge approach to care management, tailoring our services to meet the needs of the behavioral health professionals, organizations, and families we serve. The HRH team offers...
Therapy is truly a unique process for each person. As a therapist, I believe in building a strong therapeutic relationship with my clients. My approaches are varied and individualized for each client, at the core I believe in taking a relational and client centered approach as my foundation for all my clients. I view myself a guide in your processing of thoughts and feelings and take great prid...
I believe that emotional, psychological, and spiritual difficulties can yield personal growth and a "deep heart," as Dostoevsky puts it. We will explore and honor what it is to suffer, find ways to make meaning from it, and discover new paths to wholeness and healing. I am trained in EMDR, a mode of therapy recommended by the American Psychiatric Association for treatment of trauma, anxiety, an...
"Only when we are brave enough to explore darkness will we discover infinite power of our light - B.B". Through a healthier understanding of our patterns and past we will gain the ultimate goal of therapy: unconditional self-acceptance. I create a safe and respectful space for us to explore ways to reduce your suffering, while creating alignment and joy in yourself and your relationships. I...
Dr Robert Johnson has over 25 years of clinical experience working in a variety of settings with individuals, couples, and families. As a Kansas native, rural mental health issues have always been an area of focus throughout his training and work which require flexible approaches to help solve challenging problems. Issues around anxiety and depression are among the areas of specialty. Dr Johnso...
