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
**Not accepting new Clients** My goal is to provide excellent client focused counseling to older teens and adults. My graduate training at the University of Dayton equipped me with a passion and the tools to serve our local population. I believe that every client is unique and that my approach aims to meet people where they are and help guide them to where they want to be. I hope that you will...
As a therapist I am warm, open, encouraging and focus on an individual's strengths. I consider myself an active therapist; combining experience, education, creativity, and a sense of humor with a down-to-earth realistic approach to counseling. I believe that healing is a collaborative journey that needs honest caring without judgement. I am passionate about creating a genuine connection with th...
Tim is a licensed professional counselor and has worked with children, families, and adults in the Lynchburg area in a variety of settings providing clinical assessments, individual therapy, crisis services, and school-based/home-based services since 2013. Throughout his time, Tim has worked with individuals experiencing a range of difficulties, some of which include: adjusting to life changes,...
I specialize in working with struggling teens, young adults, couples and families. With a background of serving youth in custody, I have successfully helped clients deal with addiction, aggression, decision making, relationship management, and self-esteem. I am experienced in Emotionally Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Aggression Replacement...
Are you feeling stressed out, down or anxious? Are you experiencing grief from a significant loss in your life? Are you struggling with some kind of addiction? Are you having issues in your personal relationships? Or maybe you are doing okay and you would like to do even better? Negative life events can really be a challenge to all of us. My approach to therapy is very strength-based,...
Counseling, therapy, or treatment, whatever term you prefer can be a rewarding experience when you are able to find the right person to work with. I have experience working with people whom have faced small life challenges to a severe life crisis. I believe it takes courage to look in the mirror and admit something needs to change. That change can take place quicker when one reaches out for...
Feeling trapped, unable to express yourself, powerless to control your own emotions? Are you alone or isolated? I can help you to break free from the constraints of anxiety and depression and take control of your own life’s course. Therapy will help you to learn about how your past impacts your experience of the present. Our work will focus on empowering you to re-author your past in order to m...
I specialize in helping adults and adolescents who feel stuck or overwhelmed by issues in their personal and/or professional lives. Having practiced for over 20 years, I have worked with many clients who were able to overcome obstacles in their lives, and, as a result, became happier and more productive. In using a cognitive-behavioral and client-centered approach to therapy, I am able to...
Whether you are an adult, a family or a couple, relationships can become overwhelming and confusing. It can be helpful to work with someone on difficult and vulnerable issues you are experiencing. I support relationships that are experiencing hardship. I help relationships heal, grow and develop the skills, motivation, and capacity to overcome relationship challenges. I help relationships in...
Are you someone that has briefly considered counseling, but decided against it due to negative past experience, difficulty opening up, worry you’ll be judged or make the situation worse? You’re not alone. The negative stigma surrounding counseling has been a deterrent for many individuals that desire a happier and more fulfilling life. Fortunately, as a counselor that is determined to empower e...
Adjustments in life, such as going to college, starting a new career, having a kid, or developing a new relationship can cause you to feel overwhelmed, anxious, insecure, and unsure of yourself. You may struggle with your personal identity as you move through life and have new experiences. Despite these challenges, you are trying to do what you can to be your best self. You want to connect with...
Amanda offers a unique person-centered, trauma-informed approach to therapy which guides individuals to their own path to happiness. Her philosophy emphasizes the importance of individual trauma, and how it plays out in the client’s world today. The eclectic combination of Cognitive Behavioral, Dialectical Behavioral, EMDR, reality based, solution focused and psychoeducation therapy interventio...
You deserve to have the life that you want. Do you feel fulfilled? Do you have relationships that are loving and bring joy? Do you believe that your life has meaning? Are you being your best self? Are you living the life you want? These are some of the questions we will explore working together. I know that reaching out for help can seem overwhelming and intimidating. My number one goal is to...
Young man who is seeking a relationship with a young lady but having a hard time knowing how to pursue her and connect with her. We discuss what makes it hard for him to relate with a female. Then talk about how he sees himself and what his thoughts are about himself and the conclusions he has made. We work on learning to capture all those negatives thoughts and replace them with positive thoug...
During this unprecedented world health crisis, our therapists at The Counseling Spot are providing telehealth services to residents of other states including, but not limited to, FL and NY. Many insurance carriers are now covering the cost of telehealth. If you are struggling with the emotional effects of COVID-19, or with life's ups and downs in general, seeking counseling is a demonstration o...
