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
“Never look down on anyone unless you are helping them get up,” (Anonymous). Hi and thanks for visiting my profile! As a therapist, I strive to help people achieve constructive changes in their life, while meeting people where they are at in terms of their readiness to change and heal. I am genuinely interested in the well-being and uniqueness of those that seek my service, and I look forward t...
In order to help clients reach their goals I utilize a variety modalities including Brainspotting, EMDR, Post Induction Therapy, Psychodrama, Inner Child Work, and traditional talk therapy. I invite you to read more about me at www.maliabirk.com. I care deeply about my clients. I have extensive experience in guiding women and men through their process of healing unresolved trauma, relationship...
You may be facing challenges in your life or are having difficulty coping with the stress of everyday life. My approach is to provide a caring, empathetic and supportive environment in which we can develop a partnership to foster change, healing, and growth. I believe your problems do not define you and are not the entirety of who you are. I recognize that our own background and experiences imp...
It takes great courage to recognize when things aren’t working and seek help. Do you feel like you’re stuck, and try as you might, find yourself repeating the same patterns? Have you been struggling with relationship problems? Are you feeling that despite your best efforts you’re not enough? Maybe you can’t name the source of unrest, hopelessness and pain but know that something needs to change...
Are you tired, frustrated, and overwhelmed? Have you lost motivation and feel like you are just trying to make it through the day instead of living your life with joy? Do you find yourself struggling and wanting more out of the significant relationships in your life? Are you suffering a loss or going through a major life change that leaves you confused and unsure of where to turn? These are a f...
I believe that an authentic, caring, and strong connection between therapist and client is essential to facilitate meaningful change and it is an honor to be invited to participate in another person’s transformational journey. My role as a therapist is to not only help clients heal the inevitable relational wounds, but also to help them cultivate the resilience to live life with courage,...
Clients generally come to me because they are experiencing disruption to their lives due to their use of, or a loved ones use of, drugs and/or alcohol, significant anxiety and stress challenges or have suffered a trauma which is preventing them from living the life that they want to be able to live. I have over 15 years experience in treating behavioral health issues such as substance...
People should be accepted as they are. Issues, goals, and needs vary from one person to the next; therefore, co-creating the desired future of the client is essentially important. Joey's areas of specialization encompass treatment of individuals, families, and couples experiencing mental health and adjustment difficulties, such as stress management & anxiety disorders, depression & mood disorde...
My ideal clients are those with a spiritual perspective who have done a lot of inner exploration and are ready to get to the bottom of their issues. They know they have an important God-given mission to fulfill and need help in fulfilling this mission. (We all do!) They want to be of service to humanity and all of life but feel some internal resistance, which is holding them back. They desire t...
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Virginia with over ten years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and seniors. I began my career working for the community services board providing counseling and assessment for individuals experiencing severe mental illness and/or substance abuse issues. In 2015 I relocated to Hampton Roads from Radford, VA and since t...
Let's talk. Albert Einstein famously said, "No problem can be solved from the same level of consciousness that created it." The first step in recovery from ANY troubling issue begins with seeking help and resources beyond YOUR current supply, in order to view and interact with your situation in new ways and with expanded support and energy. We are wholly committed to the personal triumph of eac...
Do you feel like life is much harder than it needs to be? Do you feel like no one understands what you are going through? You're ready for something different and to feel like you're back in control. At the end of the day, you just want to feel better. You’ve probably tried lots of things that haven’t worked, so it might be hard to imagine that things can be better. I am here to help you with...
Let’s be honest, life can be overwhelming and exhausting. Living with anxiety, depression, guilt, anger, or shame can be draining and leave us feeling hollow. We’re all facing our own challenges and these become harder when we feel stuck, don’t see our worth, or find ourselves constantly in our heads. We’re naturally inclined to focus on our mistakes, limitations, doubts, and insecurities. The ...
Welcome, I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of New Jersey. I have spent the last 5 years working with people on various issues including but not limited to addictions, anxiety related disorders, depression, and communication. My treatment approach is eclectic to allow the best treatment modality to work with your therapeutic needs. In your initial visit, we will work...
The decision to seek therapy can be difficult and overwhelming, and we recognize how hard it is to reach out for help. Our goal is to make therapy feel less overwhelming by developing a collaborative partnership where together with your therapist you will identify your challenges and develop healthy coping skills. From the moment you walk in the door we seek to make you feel comfortable, as see...
