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
Have you wondered if your adolescent or young adult would benefit from video therapy? I offer a complimentary phone consultation to discuss any questions you may have. You can talk to me about anything; nothing you say will surprise me. I can help your adolescent or young adult work through difficulties and become their own therapist by learning how to deal with challenges. My work is dedicated...
OPEN TO NEW CLIENTS. You feel worried or on-edge most of the time. It’s hard to get to sleep because you’re either replaying the pain from your past, or feeling uneasy about your future. You may use alcohol and drugs to cope but that’s not working any more. You avoid people and situations that cause anxiety. Things are getting worse and if you’re on medications, they don’t really seem to be...
Point-No-Point Counseling is a statement of perspective. My practice is a Person Centered approach. The perspective of my client and context of my client’s life is the core of the counseling experience. My client is the point of reference and while in counseling I count myself as a small and temporary part of the context of my client’s life. The interplay of perspective and context act on one...
Many individuals struggle with intense feelings of anxiety and distress that impede them from reaching, or even trying to achieve their goals. This anxiety may come from work, family, friends, or even thoughts that seem irrational or unacceptable to share. My goal is therapy is to help overcome and liberate you from the fears that have been driving you away from relationships, goals, and values...
*I AM NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS AT THIS TIME* The prospect of dealing with all the stuff that you’ve been sweeping under the rug for a while can be daunting, and most folks don't know where or when to start. Maybe you need to shift your perspective, maybe you need to learn some coping skills, or maybe you need to make a lifestyle change. Therapy is a good place to figure out what needs to happe...
Areas of focus are, but not limited to, premarital counseling, blended family issues, marriage/family, grief/bereavement, parenting, teen age mentoring, children who may be struggling at home, in school, or new and significant changes in life as they have known it. Other areas of focus include divorce, play or art therapy methods of interaction, (ADD/ADHD) attention deficit disorder, high...
The process of locating a counselor that is right for you can be a daunting chore at the best of times. During times of turmoil, this task becomes all the more complicated. Finding the right counselor for you is an important piece of the healing process. A good counselor is one that sees as you are today and has the capability to help support you in becoming the person that you want to be in th...
**Now accepting new clients** Do you feel stuck? The reality is that life is hard, and we all struggle at times. Usually, we are able to manage on our own. But there are other times when life becomes overwhelming, and we find it hard to move forward. This can lead to depression, anxiety, and unhealthy coping habits. It can also have a negative impact on our relationships with others... often th...
Because sometimes life sucks... I enjoy working with people who courageously get up every day despite their current suffering. I work with adults and adolescents dealing with anxiety, OCD, depression, and other unresolved issues. We will move at a pace that works for you. You may be having a difficult time and feel like giving up hope for improvement of your current situation. It is normal to h...
I am an associate practicing counselor under the direction of Daron Elam and supervision of Dr. Kathy Robinson. I am LGBTQ affirming and kink aware. I have a passion for working with LGBTQ teens and young adults who may have experienced trauma, have difficulty working out interpersonal situations, and have a sour taste in their mouth from religion. I am here to help bridge the gap from distress...
Are you struggling in your marriage or relationships? Do you have mental health challenges to overcome? Would you like to find a counselor who is committed to helping you resolve your issues? Through behavioral therapy and mindfulness, I can help you address trauma, abuse, stress, PTSD, bipolar disorder, major depression including postpartum depression, and severe anxiety. I specialize in perso...
Are you having a difficult time navigating changes in life that others seem to take in stride? Do you feel stuck in the same patterns that are no longer serving you? Are you struggling to maintain personal or professional relationships? You don't have to figure this out alone! I provide a safe, nonjudgmental environment in which to set goals, identify and process emotions, increase healthy...
You may feel alone, misunderstood, and unfulfilled with your life or personal relationships. Or Perhaps you're having intense negative emotions. We all go through times of struggle and hardship in our lives. Finding a way through those times is the key to living a healthy and fulfilling life. Allow me to help you navigate through difficult and uncomfortable times. This will be accomplished by...
My view on therapy is very simple, though not always easy: 'through relationships, we heal’. Many of the barriers that inhibit healthy relationships include negative self-talk, fear of judgement, and our need to maintain a sense of control, especially when we are deeply hurt or wounded. Trauma does not discriminate and it does not wait for an opportune time to present, but we can make sense of ...
Life is full of ups and downs, twists and turns, and forks in the road. Sometimes we feel stuck or like we're not on the right path. Sometimes we're overwhelmed or struggling to reach our goals. Sometimes painful feelings from the past just won't leave us alone. During these times, therapy can help. Therapy provides a protected space for you to explore the changes you want to see in yourself an...
