Male Therapists in Downtown, Toronto, ON
First Step Men's Therapy (In-Person & Online)
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA, RP(Q)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downtown, Toronto, ON M5G
I work with men who are ready to break free from the cycle of self-doubt, rebuild confidence, and take control of their lives.
I help men break through the barriers holding them back—whether it's anxiety, relationship issues, or the burden of past betrayals. Using practical, evidence-based methods, I guide you to challenge negative thoughts, rebuild confidence, and develop real solutions. Together, we’ll create a path toward healing, resilience, and the clarity to move forward.
I work with men who are ready to break free from the cycle of self-doubt, rebuild confidence, and take control of their lives.
I help men break through the barriers holding them back—whether it's anxiety, relationship issues, or the burden of past betrayals. Using practical, evidence-based methods, I guide you to challenge negative thoughts, rebuild confidence, and develop real solutions. Together, we’ll create a path toward healing, resilience, and the clarity to move forward.
First Step Men's Therapy "It's never too late"
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, MA, ASAT, EMDR
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Downtown, Toronto, ON M5G
Many men struggle with their mental health without seeking help or reaching out for support.
In our work together, we will explore how you arrived at this part of your journey and identify unhelpful and destructive thoughts, feelings, and behaviours that have impacted your ability to live authentically and be true to yourself. We will develop goals and clarify values that are meaningful to you while focusing on your strengths, gifts, and assets.
Many men struggle with their mental health without seeking help or reaching out for support.
In our work together, we will explore how you arrived at this part of your journey and identify unhelpful and destructive thoughts, feelings, and behaviours that have impacted your ability to live authentically and be true to yourself. We will develop goals and clarify values that are meaningful to you while focusing on your strengths, gifts, and assets.
I am a queer, transgender man who specializes in spiritually-integrated psychotherapy, grief and loss, substance use and process/behavioural addictions (including harm reduction approaches), sexuality and gender identity, and the impacts of community exile, slander, gossip or cancellation.
I work from both exploratory and solution-focused approaches, allowing for flexibility with clients who have defined goals as well as those with uncertainty about what change might look like. I particularly love assisting clients to take stock of, edit, and rewrite the stories they have about their lives, their strengths and challenges.
I am a queer, transgender man who specializes in spiritually-integrated psychotherapy, grief and loss, substance use and process/behavioural addictions (including harm reduction approaches), sexuality and gender identity, and the impacts of community exile, slander, gossip or cancellation.
I work from both exploratory and solution-focused approaches, allowing for flexibility with clients who have defined goals as well as those with uncertainty about what change might look like. I particularly love assisting clients to take stock of, edit, and rewrite the stories they have about their lives, their strengths and challenges.
I work with individuals, couples, and youth, including men, women, and non-binary people from settler, Indigenous, BIPOC, and LGBTQ+ communities.
Change is a difficult and humbling process. Patience, kindness, and self-forgiveness are often not lessons we learned as children. Talk therapy isn’t about advice or guidance; it’s about learning to listen to your decision-making processes, noticing your emotions, understanding the needs you're trying to meet, discovering your value system, and making small, deliberate changes. In session, we'll tailor our work to your specific concerns. Seeking therapy, facing challenging patterns, and making tough decisions takes courage. I congratulate you for it.
I work with individuals, couples, and youth, including men, women, and non-binary people from settler, Indigenous, BIPOC, and LGBTQ+ communities.
Change is a difficult and humbling process. Patience, kindness, and self-forgiveness are often not lessons we learned as children. Talk therapy isn’t about advice or guidance; it’s about learning to listen to your decision-making processes, noticing your emotions, understanding the needs you're trying to meet, discovering your value system, and making small, deliberate changes. In session, we'll tailor our work to your specific concerns. Seeking therapy, facing challenging patterns, and making tough decisions takes courage. I congratulate you for it.
Douglas Bradley Yam | Ifs | Emdr | Couples
Registered Psychotherapist
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Downtown, Toronto, ON M5X
Too often, as adult men and women of all ages and stages in life, we are told we need to be strong, face challenges, or manage significant change on our own.
Most of us are hesitant to share our most intimate thoughts, emotions, and details about our lives for fear of being judged, ridiculed, or shamed. If we do, it can seem that no one understands what we’re going through and we feel even more alone. It can be incredibly healing to speak to someone in a safe, non-judgemental, and respectful environment.
Too often, as adult men and women of all ages and stages in life, we are told we need to be strong, face challenges, or manage significant change on our own.
Most of us are hesitant to share our most intimate thoughts, emotions, and details about our lives for fear of being judged, ridiculed, or shamed. If we do, it can seem that no one understands what we’re going through and we feel even more alone. It can be incredibly healing to speak to someone in a safe, non-judgemental, and respectful environment.
First Step Men's Therapy -Direct Billing Available
Registered Social Worker, RSW, Hons BA, MACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downtown, Toronto, ON M5G
The men I see feel stuck, lost, powerless, distracted, disconnected, or broken.
As a therapist and Certified Coach Practitioner, I work to create a safe and supportive environment for men to explore their issues and develop coping strategies that are personalized to their unique needs. I believe in creating a collaborative therapeutic relationship with my clients and approach therapy with compassion, empathy, and non-judgment.
The men I see feel stuck, lost, powerless, distracted, disconnected, or broken.
As a therapist and Certified Coach Practitioner, I work to create a safe and supportive environment for men to explore their issues and develop coping strategies that are personalized to their unique needs. I believe in creating a collaborative therapeutic relationship with my clients and approach therapy with compassion, empathy, and non-judgment.
Dan De Figueiredo Psychotherapy Services
Registered Social Worker, BA, BAA, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Downtown, Toronto, ON M5C
As a gay man, my own journey has included anxiety, depression, addiction and recovery, and I know how much courage it takes to reach out for help.
How you connect with your therapist will be the most important factor in determining how you make progress in therapy. This bond and comfort to share personal information should start to build from the first meeting. With that in mind, I will provide a supportive, non-judgemental environment from which you can explore what is important to you. I have extensive training and experience (12 years counsellor; 9 years social worker, in hospitals, community settings and private practice) providing effective treatment for adult individuals, couples, groups, and supervising other therapists.
As a gay man, my own journey has included anxiety, depression, addiction and recovery, and I know how much courage it takes to reach out for help.
How you connect with your therapist will be the most important factor in determining how you make progress in therapy. This bond and comfort to share personal information should start to build from the first meeting. With that in mind, I will provide a supportive, non-judgemental environment from which you can explore what is important to you. I have extensive training and experience (12 years counsellor; 9 years social worker, in hospitals, community settings and private practice) providing effective treatment for adult individuals, couples, groups, and supervising other therapists.
Therapy for Men | Sean Burdette
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downtown, Toronto, ON M5H
As a man, you face distinct challenges that often are not discussed.
I help men with issues including depression, anger, trauma, self esteem, relationships, intrusive thoughts and stress. I draw from a range of therapeutic modalities, meaning that your therapy experience will be tailored to what works for you. Above all, I'm driven immensely by clients results. I'm here to help you reach your desired outcomes.
As a man, you face distinct challenges that often are not discussed.
I help men with issues including depression, anger, trauma, self esteem, relationships, intrusive thoughts and stress. I draw from a range of therapeutic modalities, meaning that your therapy experience will be tailored to what works for you. Above all, I'm driven immensely by clients results. I'm here to help you reach your desired outcomes.
I specialize in cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) for men!.
Are you feeling stuck in a rut or struggling with depression or the aftermath of a trauma? We all face mental health challenges sometimes and need some help. Finding the right support can be challenging and I'm here to help. My goal is to empower you with specific skills so that you can be your own therapist, all from the comfort of your home. I use proven strategies to help you change unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviours so that you can feel like yourself again.
I specialize in cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) for men!.
Are you feeling stuck in a rut or struggling with depression or the aftermath of a trauma? We all face mental health challenges sometimes and need some help. Finding the right support can be challenging and I'm here to help. My goal is to empower you with specific skills so that you can be your own therapist, all from the comfort of your home. I use proven strategies to help you change unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviours so that you can feel like yourself again.
Mario has over 14 years of experience providing assessment, psychotherapy and life coaching to men ages 15 and older.
He is a certified Cognitive Behavioural Therapist through Wilfred Laurier University and has additional training in Dialectical Behavioural Therapy and Motivational Interviewing among other types. He also completed a Master of Social Work at the University of Toronto, specializing in Mental Health.
Mario has over 14 years of experience providing assessment, psychotherapy and life coaching to men ages 15 and older.
He is a certified Cognitive Behavioural Therapist through Wilfred Laurier University and has additional training in Dialectical Behavioural Therapy and Motivational Interviewing among other types. He also completed a Master of Social Work at the University of Toronto, specializing in Mental Health.
I focus on men with avoidant attachment styles.
One of the most courageous acts we can perform is beginning to understand our own story. Going through my struggles, I can promise you that I know! I want to help you achieve breakthroughs and realizations of repeated unhealthy patterns in your life while enjoying the process as much as possible and discovering why you feel, think, and do what you do. Simply put, therapy hasn't always been a painful thing. It can be intimidating to think about choosing a therapist, but I hope you can be brave and take a minute to call and see how I can help.
I focus on men with avoidant attachment styles.
One of the most courageous acts we can perform is beginning to understand our own story. Going through my struggles, I can promise you that I know! I want to help you achieve breakthroughs and realizations of repeated unhealthy patterns in your life while enjoying the process as much as possible and discovering why you feel, think, and do what you do. Simply put, therapy hasn't always been a painful thing. It can be intimidating to think about choosing a therapist, but I hope you can be brave and take a minute to call and see how I can help.
Meet Our Male Counsellors
First Step Men's Therapy - (In-Person & Online)
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downtown, Toronto, ON M5G
As men, we often carry burdens silently, facing pressures from work, relationships, and life itself.
We help men navigate life's complexities—whether it's managing stress, overcoming relationship challenges, or dealing with career pressures. Our approach is practical, focusing on solutions tailored to your unique needs. Together, we'll find strategies that bring relief and clarity. We're here to listen, without judgment, and help you make meaningful changes
As men, we often carry burdens silently, facing pressures from work, relationships, and life itself.
We help men navigate life's complexities—whether it's managing stress, overcoming relationship challenges, or dealing with career pressures. Our approach is practical, focusing on solutions tailored to your unique needs. Together, we'll find strategies that bring relief and clarity. We're here to listen, without judgment, and help you make meaningful changes
Anger | Anxiety | Addiction - Emmet O'Reilly
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downtown, Toronto, ON M5H
As a man, you face distinct challenges that often are not discussed.
I work with men struggling with anger, trauma, self esteem, relationships, substance abuse and stress. I draw from a range of therapeutic modalities, meaning that your therapy experience will be tailored to what works for you. Above all, I'm driven immensely by clients results. I'm here to help you reach your desired outcomes.
As a man, you face distinct challenges that often are not discussed.
I work with men struggling with anger, trauma, self esteem, relationships, substance abuse and stress. I draw from a range of therapeutic modalities, meaning that your therapy experience will be tailored to what works for you. Above all, I'm driven immensely by clients results. I'm here to help you reach your desired outcomes.
Therapy for Men | Matt King
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
My focus is on helping men with anxiety, depression and addiction issues.
Accepting New Clients! Are you struggling with anxiety, depression or addiction? If you feel out-of-control of your thoughts, or you're emotionally drowning, I'm here to help. With over 10 years experience in the mental health field, I am here to help you develop healthier thought, behaviour, and emotional patterns. You probably want to be free of the burden you feel, and I'm here to help.
My focus is on helping men with anxiety, depression and addiction issues.
Accepting New Clients! Are you struggling with anxiety, depression or addiction? If you feel out-of-control of your thoughts, or you're emotionally drowning, I'm here to help. With over 10 years experience in the mental health field, I am here to help you develop healthier thought, behaviour, and emotional patterns. You probably want to be free of the burden you feel, and I'm here to help.
My ideal client is a man struggling to have his emotional needs met and ready to begin the challenging yet deeply rewarding journey of helping others help him.
By providing a space for honest reflection, I open the door to new levels of self-awareness and authentic self-expression. My primary approach is psychoanalytic, as I believe it offers the deepest understanding of human nature and motivation. However, I also integrate insights from neuroscience, philosophy, and coaching to enrich the process.
My ideal client is a man struggling to have his emotional needs met and ready to begin the challenging yet deeply rewarding journey of helping others help him.
By providing a space for honest reflection, I open the door to new levels of self-awareness and authentic self-expression. My primary approach is psychoanalytic, as I believe it offers the deepest understanding of human nature and motivation. However, I also integrate insights from neuroscience, philosophy, and coaching to enrich the process.
I guide and mentor men and women that are done with where they’ve been so far and are seriously ready to create the relationship with Self, Life & Others they truly desire.
Here’s a bit of a testimony from a man I’ve been Mentoring: I don’t say this lightly: Alex changed my life. He has been able to help me overcome trauma, fears and limiting beliefs by offering his own vulnerability, his deep understanding of his craft and humility. It has directly influenced my career and the most important relationships in my life.
I guide and mentor men and women that are done with where they’ve been so far and are seriously ready to create the relationship with Self, Life & Others they truly desire.
Here’s a bit of a testimony from a man I’ve been Mentoring: I don’t say this lightly: Alex changed my life. He has been able to help me overcome trauma, fears and limiting beliefs by offering his own vulnerability, his deep understanding of his craft and humility. It has directly influenced my career and the most important relationships in my life.
Wether you are an undiagnosed neurodivergent adult, or a male survivor of sexual abuse; you can trust that you will receive compassionate, skilled, and individualized care in my practice.
In my therapeutic work, I'm a straight shooter and believe in the power of candid conversations. Whether you’re struggling with stress and burnout, relationship issues, or communication and boundaries, you're not alone. You might have a vision in your life, but not sure what the next steps are or you might be looking at your life and not liking what you see. My role is to work with you to explore what's getting in your way while also paving the path ahead to move forward.
Wether you are an undiagnosed neurodivergent adult, or a male survivor of sexual abuse; you can trust that you will receive compassionate, skilled, and individualized care in my practice.
In my therapeutic work, I'm a straight shooter and believe in the power of candid conversations. Whether you’re struggling with stress and burnout, relationship issues, or communication and boundaries, you're not alone. You might have a vision in your life, but not sure what the next steps are or you might be looking at your life and not liking what you see. My role is to work with you to explore what's getting in your way while also paving the path ahead to move forward.
Narrative Therapy-Billy Dubery-Whistling Wind Inc
Registered Social Worker, MNTCW, BSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I specialize in Narrative practice, working with men navigating trauma, addiction, grief, identity, transitions and more.
My goal is to create a collaborative therapeutic space where you are the expert in your own life. Together, we will explore the stories that shape your experiences, recognizing how struggles can create dominant narratives that overshadow your strengths, values, and preferred ways of being. Therapy is a space to reclaim your voice, rediscover your skills and knowledge, and examine how power, identity, and social and cultural contexts shape life’s challenges. I believe that people are not problems—problems are problems, and together, we can create new possibilities for healing and change
I specialize in Narrative practice, working with men navigating trauma, addiction, grief, identity, transitions and more.
My goal is to create a collaborative therapeutic space where you are the expert in your own life. Together, we will explore the stories that shape your experiences, recognizing how struggles can create dominant narratives that overshadow your strengths, values, and preferred ways of being. Therapy is a space to reclaim your voice, rediscover your skills and knowledge, and examine how power, identity, and social and cultural contexts shape life’s challenges. I believe that people are not problems—problems are problems, and together, we can create new possibilities for healing and change
Nick Harman
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP(Q), JD, MACP, BA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Downtown, Toronto, ON M5H
This includes my lived experiences and intersectional identities as a queer man, parent, millennial, former Bay Street professional, second-generation immigrant, and more.
Modern life is challenging. Perhaps you feel anxiety about your career, relationship, health, education, or the state of the world. Perhaps you are overwhelmed by how busy you are or how much others rely on you, leaving no time or capacity to pursue your own goals and desires. Or perhaps you are experiencing depression, loneliness, powerlessness, or a general dissatisfaction with life. Whatever challenges you face, the right therapist can act as a dedicated co-navigator by your side to chart your path forward. I would love the opportunity to play that role for you.
This includes my lived experiences and intersectional identities as a queer man, parent, millennial, former Bay Street professional, second-generation immigrant, and more.
Modern life is challenging. Perhaps you feel anxiety about your career, relationship, health, education, or the state of the world. Perhaps you are overwhelmed by how busy you are or how much others rely on you, leaving no time or capacity to pursue your own goals and desires. Or perhaps you are experiencing depression, loneliness, powerlessness, or a general dissatisfaction with life. Whatever challenges you face, the right therapist can act as a dedicated co-navigator by your side to chart your path forward. I would love the opportunity to play that role for you.
First Step Men's Therapy (In-Person + Online)
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downtown, Toronto, ON M5G
As men, we’re often told to tough it out, bury our struggles, or handle everything ourselves.
I take a trauma-informed, person-centered approach, blending elements of Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and attachment-based therapy. I specialize in working with men’s issues, depression, anxiety, family dynamics, and attachment concerns, always with a focus on creating hope, fostering change, and supporting your well-being.
As men, we’re often told to tough it out, bury our struggles, or handle everything ourselves.
I take a trauma-informed, person-centered approach, blending elements of Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and attachment-based therapy. I specialize in working with men’s issues, depression, anxiety, family dynamics, and attachment concerns, always with a focus on creating hope, fostering change, and supporting your well-being.
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Male Counsellors
As a man, why might I want to see a male therapist?
There are many reasons a man might wish to work with a male therapist, including a degree of shared identity, which may help client and therapist connect to each other and allow for a more free-flowing discussion of issues that can be deeply personal. Some men may feel more comfortable talking to a male therapist about relationship concerns, the pressures they feel around the roles society and family place on men, career or job challenges, self-esteem, or anger problems. For some men who have not had a male role models in their lives, a good male therapist may be especially helpful.
How can I find out about a therapist’s experience treating men?
Individuals looking for treatment should feel comfortable directly asking a therapist about their history treating men overall and the issues that arise in therapy with men. A good therapist will be happy to discuss such matters as well as their educational background, approach to treatment, and how they think they can aid a prospective client.
Can clients benefit from having a therapist of the same gender?
Therapy is not gender-specific, but some men as well as women feel more comfortable opening up about their experiences and history with therapists of a specific gender. An individual may feel that they have to explain less background information and be on the same page more quickly, particularly when discussing gender-specific challenges. That said, a good clinician can transcend most if not all gender concerns. Ultimately, the most important factor in therapy is the connection and trust the client is able to build with the practitioner.
Would a male therapist have specific training in treating men?
Generally, no. There are no certifications for treating men specifically, but there are continuing education classes that therapists may take that focus on treating men as a group. There are many therapists who focus on men and male issues in their treatment and therefore have experience and expertise in this domain.