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
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW). I also hold a National Board certification (BCD) and I'm a School Certified Social Worker. I provide counseling to adults, adolescents, couples, and children. I take a holistic approach to design the best therapuetic plan for each person I help. I do my best to fully undestand where people are coming from in order to help them reach th...
Managing stress, anxiety, and depression can be hard. That's ok! Do you want to learn more about yourself, how to cope in a healthy way, and have better communication? I understand and I can help. In my practice, I respect the unique experience of each individual, couple, or family. I see the particular difficulties that each faces. I listen and interact with empathy and provide insight and...
Anxiety, loneliness, and depression are often unwelcome guests who over stay their welcome. My objective is to help people heal from these issues and their past as opposed to being held captive by it. Trauma, abuse, grief, addiction and unresolved memories seem to be the main culprit behind us getting "stuck". Through EMDR and a therapeutic relationship we can move together toward healing and...
I utilize a straight-forward and honest approach to therapy and I am direct in identifying real-life solutions to the presenting issues. I am an experienced counselor and I am often able to connect with those who are resistant to counseling or skeptical of the counseling process. I also focus on building strong and caring relationships with my clients. When appropriate, I like to implement humo...
At times in life, you may feel "stuck." You may feel you aren't happy or that you should be at a different place in life. Sometimes we feel that we are simply just going through the motions, or watching life passively instead of living it. You don't know what to do, but know you need to do something. Problems are multifaceted and are very seldom "simple." Counseling provides a safe, nonjudgment...
I am passionate about helping people grow and change. I have received training from some of the nation's foremost experts in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), though experience has taught me the importance of integrating other treatment models as well. I enjoy doing therapy and have a wealth of experience treating a variety of presenting problems. I particularly enjoy working with veterans,...
I am Certified in Brainspotting and have an established system of healing that incorporates curiosity and compassion. I use Brainspotting and Parts Work to create a working relationship between the mind and body. My goal is to help clients learn to trust their individual healing process, explore somatic expressions of emotions and tap into their own intuitive guides. My philosophy is "The slowe...
Being human most of us have experienced trauma of various degrees throughout our lives. It may create distress in our personal and our professional lives causing loss, anxiety, depression and many other forms of physical and emotional pain. We want relief from these issues so we can gain fulfillment in our relationships, a purpose to live, and a sense of peace and well-being. If we can only bec...
Therapy is an opportunity for connection, understanding, and empathy. I meet every day with individuals who are overcoming worry, sadness, and depression to find greater joy and develop more fulfilling relationships. If you are finding it difficult to navigate close relationships, express difficult thoughts and feelings, or feel that you're not measuring up, I'm here to help. My approach utiliz...
Andrew is a New Jersey State Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who graduated from Monmouth University with a master’s degree in mental health counseling. Andrew has experience working with adults and adolescents facing the challenges of depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, personality disorders, and substance use issues. Andrew believes that ...
Many of us possess a feeling that there is a way to live better and to feel better. It's this feeling that drives the work of therapy and stems from an essential experience of feeling healthy, safe, and loved. Being human, by nature, is a perilous journey where we often get lost and hurt and find ourselves in an experience of emotional and physical pain. Coming to therapy means committing to a...
I am licensed in Professional Counseling, Marriage & Family Therapy, and a Certified Yoga Instructor. I love working with clients who are struggling, yet motivated, to make the changes needed for a more content life. If you are feeling depressed, anxious, or experiencing conflict in your relationships - and you are confused about what your next steps might be - set up your free phone consultati...
Acceptance leads to solutions but denial leads to confusion. My name is Michael Arthur. I am a therapist and a teacher who combines Cognitive Behavior Therapy with Spirituality to support my patients. I have been working with diverse groups, children and adults who experience Mental Health illnesses, deal with substance abuse problems and those with developmental disabilities using empirically...
I am a clinician that have dedicated years serving in the community and with victims of sexual and domestic abuse, mental health disorders, family and marriage breakdown. I specialize in one-one, group, business, entertainment, substance, and incarcerated population. Through cognitive therapy and evidence based treatment and education, I will provide a full scope of counseling/psychotherapy...
