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 enjoy working with adults who suffer from low self esteem, anxiety, codependency, depression, and problem behaviors such as eating problems, self injury, isolation. I believe that every person vacillates between getting stuck in their limitations (egos, neediness, dependencies, self-criticism, self-absorption), and expressing their true selves (compassionate, living authentically). With...
Relationships are challenging! Negative cycles can leave you feeling confused, overwhelmed, unfulfilled, and hopeless. As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I believe we all have the resources to work through challenging life events. I work with couples on improving communication and connection as well infidelity and sexual issues. I also work with individuals looking to heal from traumatic event...
Many people experience suffering in their lives and want to bring about change. The causes of suffering can be many, unhappiness in relationships and work, behaviors that repeatedly cause pain to self and others, frequent emotions that are difficult to control etc. Often, people have a lot of insight into the sources of their problems, and still have trouble bringing about lasting change. Over ...
Do you ever find yourself feeling worried all of the time? Do you feel sad and/or feel as if you have little to no energy? Do you find it difficult to interact with others? Have you experienced trauma and feel things are still unresolved? Do you ever just feel "stuck" in life? As captains of our journeys, things can become overwhelming. Anxiety, depression and so many other issues can arise and...
I can help you get quick relief from your disturbing memories, remove negative emotions from your memories, decrease your anxiety, depression, anger, shame, and guilt while increasing love for yourself, love for others, happiness, joy, and peace. I'll show you how to master your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, increase your positivity, broaden your awareness of thought, emotion, and behavior...
For 30 years, I have helped the patients in my private practice to live more fulfilling lives. By reducing stress and creating an atmosphere of security and openness, I gently guide patients to explore the defining issues and experiences that are important to them. Nothing is more rewarding than to watch my patients develop a greater understanding of their emotions and thoughts, and gain the...
Jeremy Love is a Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant (CDCA) serving our agency with an experienced focus on Alcohol and other Drug use. He works with clients to focus on skill building and positive reinforcement. Jeremy graduated from Bowling Green State University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology. In his college tenure he played Lacrosse as a two-time team Capitan, a Conference...
Nathan Mayo received his bachelor's degree in psychology at the University of Kentucky and his master's degree in counseling and human development at Lindsey Wilson College. He is currently finalizing his dissertation for his doctorate in counseling, education and supervision through the University of the Cumberlands. He has more than 15 years of mental health care in inpatient, outpatient,...
The decision to pursue therapy is an important step. Working with the right therapist can be a valuable investment in yourself, and your relationships. As a psychotherapist, I believe the best results come from establishing a therapeutic relationship by getting to know you as a person - not simply as a cluster of symptoms - then tailoring interventions to fit your unique needs & strengths. I ha...
I have been serving in the mental health field in various capacities since 2011 related to chronic mental illness and mental health crises. I have been a Licensed Professional Counselor providing outpatient therapy since 2015 with a focus on anxiety, depression, traumatic experiences, and relationship issues. I enjoy working with individual’s, couples, and teens. My interventions focus largely ...
I am a licensed professional counselor and my motto is "I'm in the business of self-acceptance more than the business of self-improvement." I hold to the tenant that when we shoot for and achieve self-acceptance it is then that self trust, self love and self confidence organically emerge. We achieve these goals through a series of gentle conversations that lead to remarkable self discoveries....
Sharon has been a licensed clinical social worker for over 20 years. She has a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and Family Life/Human Sexuality from Central Michigan University and a Master’s Degree in Clinical Social Work from Michigan State University. She completed a supervised clinical training program at the Loyola University Outpatient Sexual Dysfunction Clinic, holds a certificate in Sex...
Are you a sensitive person who feels overwhelmed by the world around you? Do you sometimes feel like your needs are trampled on by others? Do you find yourself experiencing the same problems despite your best efforts to do things differently? I get it. I have been there myself and an important thing to understand is that you are not alone. Many of us have difficulty knowing, or even asking, for...
Whether you're currently feeling overwhelmed or striving to reach your full potential, I help guide people on their path to feeling truly satisfied. I help clarify the patterns that leave people feeling "stuck" and help to illuminate the way towards resolution. I work on empowering people with the knowledge, skills and confidence to become their best selves. I take a holistic systems approach t...
Robin Doolittle holds a bachelor’s degree in philosophy from the State University of New York-Fredonia and master's degrees in both business administration and clinical mental health counseling from Wright State University. A former officer in the United States Air Force, she also previously served as clinical supervisor at an addiction and mental health treatment facility and as a therapist in...
