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
"Providing an opportunity for healing, support, and growth while assisting individuals and families in the healing process is what we do. I often find that in life, adversity can knock us for unexpected bumps in our journey; however with each bump, there is an opportunity! Our team is trained to walk along this path with you and assist you to a place of healing and wellness. It is important to ...
I am a Christian, trauma-based therapist. I work quickly to discover the root issues of the symptoms with which you present, in counseling. While using a Christian world view, my approach to therapy is to utilize EMDR to heal past wounds, hurts, and traumas that may be impacting you today. We meet clients where they are and integrate spirituality as they feel comfortable. I am a clinical...
*Currently full and placing on wait list. Doing both telehealth and in person. I believe everyone has the ability to be free from their own misery and to be their true selves. My role as your therapist will be to facilitate change in areas you want to see improvement by providing a safe and friendly environment where you feel completely free to be you. The real raw version of yourself without t...
MISSION AND VALUES STATEMENT The Mental Health Association in Ulster County, Inc. (MHA) is committed to quality care and improvement of human life. MHA employs teamwork and all other resources to make individualized quality, cost-effective behavioral health services and assistance accessible to individuals in our local communities. MHA's vision is a responsible and respectful society where the...
We all encounter challenges that affect our quality of life. Although struggles are part of the normal human experience, we were not meant to work through them alone. My passion is to come alongside you to help you find healing and change as you journey down this path called life. I am here to provide support, encouragement, and my expertise to help you find the strength to overcome whatever li...
**Free Phone Counseling or Testing Consultation** Being in the circus taught me that juggling too many balls in the air can lead to feeling like you're always picking up the pieces rather than enjoying the show. We can get so caught up in the routine of life that we don't stop to ask, "How did things get this way and is this what I want moving forward?" I seek to improve self-awareness of one's...
Pain is an unfortunate reality of the human experience. Sometimes, our attempts to control or avoid pain, whether it's physical, psychological, or otherwise, also pulls us away from other things in our lives that are important to us, resulting in a less fulfilling life. Your decision to pursue therapy is a significant step towards finding a more workable way to manage the things in your life th...
With COVID-19 and increased health concerns, I am using a HIPPA compliant software program with integrated Telehealth therapy platform. Easy to access video or telephone sessions available. Difficult emotions or trauma can often interfere or block your ability to move forward in life, achieve goals and dreams for your future. Using a collaborative approach with clients, my aim is to not only...
Behavior and change have always been areas of significant interest to me. That interest, coupled with a desire to work with people in a more meaningful and intimate way is why I counsel professionally. I have a BA in psychology from Ottawa University and a Masters of Science in Counseling degree from the University of Phoenix. I am licensed in the state of Arizona as a Licensed Associate Counse...
One of the most important aspects in therapy is for patients to feel heard, respected, and understood. Given that each individual is unique, and no one issue is ever the same among different people, my approach is integrative and tailored to meet the needs of the person, not the "problem". I strive to create a compassionate, non-judgemental environment for patients to learn, grow, explore,...
I'm a trained EMDR therapist, which means I specialize in any type of trauma, anxiety, stress, or depression. I also specialize in relationship support. There is no population I will not work with. Do you feel like no one listens to you? Do you feel like you can't control/manage your stress and anxiety? I can help with this. What do you want to believe about yourself? I can help you get to wher...
1.Be more Conscious 2.Become Whole 3. Tend to Your Feelings. Life is often challenging and finding a well matched professional is tough. I am deeply passionate to work with curious patients that struggle with life transitions; Mid-life & Quarter-life stresses, and the associated anxiety/depression that complicates. Typically, feelings include emptiness, dissatisfaction, despair, and a need for...
As an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist I integrate all my experience into a collaborative process of expanding awareness with my clients. My training in Narrative Therapy, Voice Dialogue, Emotional Integration and Mindfulness is supported by over 20 years experience in Yoga practice and a Black Belt in Aikido. Most recently I have begun to explore the influence of Eco-consciousness and h...
Do your problems appear so big that you can't seem to find a way through them? Some of our problems can also be due to the fact that we don't have the skills necessary to address them. Knowing how to manage stress, especially in relationships, can be key to creating the change that we need. If you feel you or your family is in this situation, I can help you, your child, or your family navigate ...
I provide a safe, compassionate and collaborative environment to help you reach your potential. Using a client-centered approach to treatment, I'll tailor our work to your needs. Together we'll identify what may be holding you back, while you receive the support and guidance needed to achieve your goals. My areas of treatment specialization include Major Life Transitions, Substance Abuse,...
