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 Licensed Clinical Social Worker, licensed by the State of Oregon. I earned my Master of Social Work degree from the University of Washington School of Social Work. My work is informed by training in Psychodynamic Psychotherapy as well as in EMDR, a process with demonstrated success that can help individuals work through past traumas. Additionally, I have training in Cognitive Behavioral...
( English | español ) Making a decision to go to therapy could be anxiety provoking but it could also help you to get unstuck from your current situation. Whether you suffer from depression, anxiety, a past trauma or emotion dysregulation, there are evidenced based practices (EBPs) that help with these conditions. In therapy, unhelpful thoughts and behaviors can be discussed, at your pace, in...
Do you have something going on in your life that makes it hard to achieve, have fulfilling relationships and be happy? It is time to believe that things can change for the better - it is time to grow to meet your challenges! If you have a chronic mental health condition, are overwhelmed or are simply stuck for the moment - let's start a conversation about you and what you need. I am happy to wo...
Choosing a therapist can be a daunting task, often undertaken at a time when one is feeling less than powerful. I offer a free phone consultation to potential clients, during which we'll get to know a little bit about each other, and I can answer any questions about the therapeutic process, including scheduling and fees. In my practice, I make use of a variety of theoretical frameworks to help...
Life is bittersweet. Even happy moments — a graduation, a wedding, a big career move — can come with a twist of sadness. Change is sometimes harder than expected. Whatever you’re facing, I want you to have a plan for how you will get through this season and move forward. I provide a safe place for your story to be heard and understood, so you can gain perspective and learn from it. As with...
My approach to therapy is to create a safe space where you can explore and heal the difficult and painful issues that are showing up in your life. Together we will move beyond problem-solving into releasing the deeply held mistaken beliefs and core unresolved issues behind your symptoms. My body-centered and somatic approach allows me to work directly with your nervous system to address symptom...
No one escapes conflict, challenges and pain in this life. You might find yourself struggling with depression, anxiety, grief from loss of a person you love or life transition, conflict in a relationship or possibly recovery from an addiction. Together, we can explore the physical, emotional and spiritual aspects of your pain on your path to healing. Since 1981, my practice has been in the Huds...
I have experience working with underserved populations, including those from diverse backgrounds and those with limited access to healthcare. I also have experience treating mood disorders and other persistent mental health conditions. I am LGBTQ-affirming and clients may seek my support in addressing concerns such as grief, depression, anxiety, and life transitions. I work from an integrated...
As a licensed psychologist with over 15 years of experience, I provide individual, couples, and group counseling to adults and young adults (18+). I am a generalist by training and, as such, have experience working with a wide range of concerns including anxiety, depression, mood disorders, relationship concerns, identity development, career distress, self-esteem, addictive behaviors & substanc...
My hope for every client is to find healing, and to also leave treatment with the skills and mindset to orchestrate a life full of meaning. Part of the art of therapy is tailoring treatment to fit each unique client. The first thing I do is gather information and listen well to be sure I understand what would be helpful. Sometimes the best approach for clients is to provide the elements of the...
I can assist you with many personal issues, self-growth, life transitions and more. I interactively work with you in a holistically person-centered and solution-focused way and regularly use mindfulness and heartfulness, which not only improves self-awareness/acceptance and coping but also promotes personal growth, healing and lasting solutions. In this way, I encourage you to have independence...
Sometimes, we feel lost in life. We stand at the foot of the mountain looking up and begin to feel overwhelmed. You are not alone in this climb. Get in touch today and get started on a new adventure. It might be rocky in some places, but the destination is beautiful. I often see individuals with trauma histories, depression, anxiety, and autism. I use expressive arts, sand tray therapy,...
Gary has over 25 years of experience managing and providing various mental health and addiction services. He has been responsible for the coordination of reentry services for individuals returning to the community from correctional settings and State/County psychiatric hospitals. These services include the supervision of individuals diagnosed with severe and persistent mental illness, substance...
Each person or couple, has the ability to experience growth and change throughout the therapy process. Being able to have completely open conversation, without judgement, is how I like to create the space for your transformation. If you are lonely and feeling disconnected, therapy can help find what you're looking for, especially teens and adults struggling to find themselves . I can work with ...
If you want to feel happy with yourself, enjoy relating to others, and find passion in your pursuits, you may be looking for a therapist with the empathy, understanding and knowledge to guide your process effectively and help you find your way. I am an old hand at this. I offer a safe space for you to get to know and love your true self and acquire the emotional resilience and skill you'll need...
