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
Understanding where our beliefs, feelings, and habits are coming from can be confusing and frustrating. I provide the supportive and non-judgmental environment needed to comfortably process your attitudes, assumptions and expectations about the world around you. I will approach our work together with empathy, curiosity, and a sincere interest in your emotional well-being. Our therapeutic...
You are resilient; overcoming a lot to accomplish what you have. And yet, things keep bubbling up. Private challenges or pain you can’t seem to get a handle on. You hesitate to tinker with your life, because generally things are working, but something is off. When we examine, at our own pace with supportive guidance, how early experiences have shaped the way we think about ourselves, our...
INDIVIDUALS: Sometimes, our emotions are like a network of painful roots: buried, somehow connected, popping up everywhere. If we’ve avoided these emotions, it can be overwhelming to begin exploring them. In my work, I gently guide your journey inward - towards your authentic self - so that we can tend to this pain with care. || RELATIONSHIPS: There are points when our relationships can feel...
Life can throw a number of curve-balls our way. Sometimes these experiences are manageable, but often they bring up a number of feelings, thoughts, and reactions that impact our daily functioning. Perhaps you are struggling with infertility, grief/loss, the challenges of pregnancy + new parenthood, or postpartum anxiety/depression. Maybe you have experienced trauma in your lifetime and have nev...
Each stage of life presents us with its own distinct set of challenges and obstacles. I believe that when we learn how to properly direct our energies to meet and then overcome these challenges in our own unique way, we develop and mature towards greater well-being, growth, wholeness, and the freedom to be who we are. Sometimes it can feel too overwhelming, confusing, or painful to undertake su...
I view therapy as a place for one to be honest with oneself so that they can lead a life that is fulfilling, meaningful, and according to their values. Psychotherapy is a collaborative endeavor that aids individuals in increasing their emotional and cognitive understanding of themselves and gives them a place to come to terms with their losses and be ready to create their own narrative that wil...
I specialize in both individual and marriage counseling. Do you remember what it was like to make progress in your life or how it feels to be truly happy? Do you feel like your life is on autopilot? If so, it may be time for a change. Can you imagine what it would be like to have a healthy relationship? Do find yourself being defensive, needing to justify your actions or even avoiding having...
Hi, my name is Brian. Welcome to Pathway to Recovery from Addiction site. If you are feeling alone and struggling with substance use or have co-occurring mental health challenges and feel that you have no one to talk to, or no one you can trust please consider talking with me. I have been working for the past 30 years providing addiction counseling services for clients' in conjunction with smok...
My work supports your individual human journey, in all of its complexity. At the core of our therapeutic work together is my profound respect for your authentic life path. My approach to therapy honors you as an individual, and does not strictly adhere to any one theoretical orientation. Together, we work to understand your symptoms, reconnect with what is true to you, and see more clearly how ...
I am a licensed clinical psychologist. I offer individual psychotherapy, couples therapy and psychotherapy supervision and consultation.. I am grounded in psychodynamic relational theory and I also use a broad range of methods and theories to tailor therapy to the goals and needs of each individual or couple. I am also an Emeritus Associate Professor at the Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology...
I have extensive experience in both the social work and education fields for the past 25 years. I have had the privilege of working with young and old adults, families, children, adolescents, individuals in recovery, and the homeless. Meeting people where they are and assisting them with loving themselves first on their journey of self-fulfillment while using their unique gifts to help others h...
Life should be about happiness! With the chaos in today's world, it's easy to lose sight of what is important to us or how to take care of ourselves. When we actually take a moment in time to explore, evaluate, and get clear on what we can do to take control of our own lives and happiness - we can begin living our lives for ourselves. Those changes can make an incredible impact on changing your...
Evening Hours Available - We feel pain in many ways; worry, anger, confusion, and sadness. Our past taught us how to respond to these feelings. Problems start when our response no longer works to get us relief. My goal is to be curious about why you feel and act the way you do. Awareness doesn’t bring change, it brings choice. I help bring awareness to the patterns that no longer work for you a...
My Intent is to use my educational background, experience and interpersonal skills to assist individuals to the best of my ability while supporting them with dignity and compassion. I am proficient in life adjustments, divorce, grief, caregiving, depression and anxiety as well as LGBTQ issues. My practice is centered around adults who need assistance for short or long term therapy. I offer a sa...
Counseling for everyone. Most major insurances accepted and flexible payment plans are available. We provide professional, confidential counseling and assessment for children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. Great Lakes Psychology Group has multiple locations throughout Southeast Michigan, over 100 therapists in various specialties, and accept most insurance plans. Evening and weeke...
