Male Psychiatrists in Auburn, WA

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Marvin W Williams
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, ARNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Auburn, WA 98092
Immediate Appointments Available! Are you ready to embark on a journey towards better mental health? I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, dedicated to providing evidence based compassionate care that supports individuals like you who are seeking relief from mental illness. With over a decade of experience in psychiatric medication management, I have been serving adults (18-65) in the greater Puget Sound area. My practice specializes in depression, anxiety, mood disorders, adjustment issues, personality disorders, and other common psychiatric conditions.
Immediate Appointments Available! Are you ready to embark on a journey towards better mental health? I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, dedicated to providing evidence based compassionate care that supports individuals like you who are seeking relief from mental illness. With over a decade of experience in psychiatric medication management, I have been serving adults (18-65) in the greater Puget Sound area. My practice specializes in depression, anxiety, mood disorders, adjustment issues, personality disorders, and other common psychiatric conditions.
(253) 352-4472 View (253) 352-4472
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Dr Mark Chofla | Empathy Therapy
Psychiatrist, DO
Verified Verified
Auburn, WA 98003  (Online Only)
As a family and community psychiatrist, he performs respectful psychotherapy with empathy in addition to careful medication management.
Dr. Mark Chofla is a board-certified psychiatrist and physician who completed his specialty residency training at the Los Angeles County + University of Southern California Medical Center. After receiving his Bachelor of Science degree in Neurobiology, Physiology, and Behavior from the University of California at Davis, Dr. Chofla earned his medical degree from Midwestern University: Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine.
As a family and community psychiatrist, he performs respectful psychotherapy with empathy in addition to careful medication management.
Dr. Mark Chofla is a board-certified psychiatrist and physician who completed his specialty residency training at the Los Angeles County + University of Southern California Medical Center. After receiving his Bachelor of Science degree in Neurobiology, Physiology, and Behavior from the University of California at Davis, Dr. Chofla earned his medical degree from Midwestern University: Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine.
(253) 600-2115 View (253) 600-2115
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Fekadu Senbeta
Psychiatric Nurse, DNP, PMHNP-
Verified Verified
Auburn, WA 98002
In addition to his primary specialties, Fekadu has a deep interest in managing ADHD, bipolar disorder, and sleep disorders/insomnia.
Fekadu Terefe Senbeta, PMHNP, practices at LifeStance Health, where he is dedicated to offering compassionate support and expert psychiatric care to individuals across Washington State. Specializing in medication management and substance abuse, Fekadu works with a broad age range, including children, adolescents, adults, and seniors. His approach is holistic, focusing on creating individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient's unique needs. Fekadu is particularly passionate about treating anxiety, depression, and PTSD/trauma.
In addition to his primary specialties, Fekadu has a deep interest in managing ADHD, bipolar disorder, and sleep disorders/insomnia.
Fekadu Terefe Senbeta, PMHNP, practices at LifeStance Health, where he is dedicated to offering compassionate support and expert psychiatric care to individuals across Washington State. Specializing in medication management and substance abuse, Fekadu works with a broad age range, including children, adolescents, adults, and seniors. His approach is holistic, focusing on creating individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient's unique needs. Fekadu is particularly passionate about treating anxiety, depression, and PTSD/trauma.
(253) 364-6597 View (253) 364-6597
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Amy Brumbaugh
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Auburn, WA 98023  (Online Only)
I've come to see firsthand the critical need for compassionate and effective mental health support, and it's fueled my personal mission to dis mantle the stigmas surrounding mental illness.
My clients come from different backgrounds and walks of life, all seeking support for their emotional well-being and mental balance. I specialize in helping those dealing with mood disorders and anxiety, offering a tailored approach to address their unique struggles (including medication management, supplements & exercise programs, and therapy options). My ideal client is someone who's ready to work together on this journey towards better mental health, with trust, understanding, and a shared commitment to positive change.
I've come to see firsthand the critical need for compassionate and effective mental health support, and it's fueled my personal mission to dis mantle the stigmas surrounding mental illness.
My clients come from different backgrounds and walks of life, all seeking support for their emotional well-being and mental balance. I specialize in helping those dealing with mood disorders and anxiety, offering a tailored approach to address their unique struggles (including medication management, supplements & exercise programs, and therapy options). My ideal client is someone who's ready to work together on this journey towards better mental health, with trust, understanding, and a shared commitment to positive change.
(206) 207-0191 View (206) 207-0191
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M. Wallace Williams at Motiva Health
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, ARNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Auburn, WA 98023
Immediate Appointments Available! Are you ready to embark on a journey towards better mental health? I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, dedicated to providing evidence based compassionate care that supports individuals like you who are seeking relief from mental illness. With over a decade of experience in psychiatric medication management, I have been serving adults (18-65) in the greater Puget Sound area. My practice specializes in depression, anxiety, mood disorders, adjustment issues, personality disorders, and other common psychiatric conditions.
Immediate Appointments Available! Are you ready to embark on a journey towards better mental health? I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, dedicated to providing evidence based compassionate care that supports individuals like you who are seeking relief from mental illness. With over a decade of experience in psychiatric medication management, I have been serving adults (18-65) in the greater Puget Sound area. My practice specializes in depression, anxiety, mood disorders, adjustment issues, personality disorders, and other common psychiatric conditions.
(206) 208-0084 View (206) 208-0084

More Psychiatrists Nearby

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Harvey Hall
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, FNP-C, CCM-R, ARNP
Verified Verified
Kent, WA 98030
Accepting New Patients, even on Saturday and can see patients through Telepsychiatry or Telemedicine, and we do have some evening appts available as well. Trained as a family and psychiatric nurse practitioner. Master’s trained from the University of Cincinnati and Touro University; also have degrees from Pacific Lutheran University in Nursing and the University of Oklahoma. I have a background in military medicine, and have served populations that have been diverse and underserved. I have also served in case management for Washington State DSHS, working with social workers and caregivers for and in behalf of foster children.
Accepting New Patients, even on Saturday and can see patients through Telepsychiatry or Telemedicine, and we do have some evening appts available as well. Trained as a family and psychiatric nurse practitioner. Master’s trained from the University of Cincinnati and Touro University; also have degrees from Pacific Lutheran University in Nursing and the University of Oklahoma. I have a background in military medicine, and have served populations that have been diverse and underserved. I have also served in case management for Washington State DSHS, working with social workers and caregivers for and in behalf of foster children.
(360) 346-9520 View (360) 346-9520
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Al Jerome Cruz
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, FNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Puyallup, WA 98371
Wherever you are in the mental health continuum, AJ will be with you every step of the way; from medication management to psychotherapy.
Al Jerome (AJ) is a dual board-certified Family & Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner specializing in adult psychiatric medication management. He also offers Medical Weight loss and Nutritional Psychiatry services. He received his Doctoral degree and post-graduate psychiatric mental health certificate at Duke University. He utilizes a holistic, collaborative, and integrative approach to provide personalized, evidence-based, and non-judgmental psychiatric care. AJ highly values a therapeutic provider-client relationship built in trust, respect, and empathy.
Wherever you are in the mental health continuum, AJ will be with you every step of the way; from medication management to psychotherapy.
Al Jerome (AJ) is a dual board-certified Family & Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner specializing in adult psychiatric medication management. He also offers Medical Weight loss and Nutritional Psychiatry services. He received his Doctoral degree and post-graduate psychiatric mental health certificate at Duke University. He utilizes a holistic, collaborative, and integrative approach to provide personalized, evidence-based, and non-judgmental psychiatric care. AJ highly values a therapeutic provider-client relationship built in trust, respect, and empathy.
(360) 531-6869 View (360) 531-6869
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Batis Akaya
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Verified Verified
Tacoma, WA 98402
I apply a and promote a holistic treatment approach for my patients including medications and lifestyle modifications to help patients manage their concerns.
Thank you for choosing Bitary Health Behavioral Health Services. I am a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) licensed in the state of Washington with over 5years experience working in the mental health field. I have experience both in inpatient and outpatient settings. Mental illness is an unpredictable and silent invader. A once happy and joyful individual can suddenly have days filled with hopelessness, despair, helplessness, and consigned to oblivion. The hurdles created by mental illness in one’s life are only visible by the individuals suffering from it.
I apply a and promote a holistic treatment approach for my patients including medications and lifestyle modifications to help patients manage their concerns.
Thank you for choosing Bitary Health Behavioral Health Services. I am a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) licensed in the state of Washington with over 5years experience working in the mental health field. I have experience both in inpatient and outpatient settings. Mental illness is an unpredictable and silent invader. A once happy and joyful individual can suddenly have days filled with hopelessness, despair, helplessness, and consigned to oblivion. The hurdles created by mental illness in one’s life are only visible by the individuals suffering from it.
(253) 867-9501 View (253) 867-9501
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Dr. Matias Massaro
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98401
Welcome. By visiting this page, you may be acknowledging that something in your life needs to change, and that’s a brave first step. Many of us go through life in “hard mode,” as if we’re walking with Lego pieces in our shoes—feeling stuck, overwhelmed, and unsure of how to move forward. But it doesn’t have to be that way. I’m here to collaborate with you on your healing journey, helping you navigate a path toward a life that doesn’t feel like a daily fight.
Welcome. By visiting this page, you may be acknowledging that something in your life needs to change, and that’s a brave first step. Many of us go through life in “hard mode,” as if we’re walking with Lego pieces in our shoes—feeling stuck, overwhelmed, and unsure of how to move forward. But it doesn’t have to be that way. I’m here to collaborate with you on your healing journey, helping you navigate a path toward a life that doesn’t feel like a daily fight.
(206) 823-3791 View (206) 823-3791
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Resilient Mental Health Care Services PLLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, DNP, APRN
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98401
At Resilient Mental Health Care Services PLLC, we believe that every individual should have access to high-quality mental health care services. Specializing in Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, and experience with many more disorders ; Our personalized approach to treatment is designed to empower individuals and families to find hope, healing, and resilience.
At Resilient Mental Health Care Services PLLC, we believe that every individual should have access to high-quality mental health care services. Specializing in Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, and experience with many more disorders ; Our personalized approach to treatment is designed to empower individuals and families to find hope, healing, and resilience.
(509) 479-6445 View (509) 479-6445
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Joshua Bess
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98401
Bess is currently not available to accept new patients in need of a general psychiatrist, medication management, or psychotherapy.
Dr. Bess graduated from Swarthmore College and University of Michigan Medical School, completed residency at UM, including a year as a chief resident, then joined the psychiatry faculty at UM, working on the Inpatient, Consultation-Liaison and ECT teams. Interests include brain stimulation, pharmacology for treatment-resistant mood disorders and psychiatric illness complicated by medical problems.
Bess is currently not available to accept new patients in need of a general psychiatrist, medication management, or psychotherapy.
Dr. Bess graduated from Swarthmore College and University of Michigan Medical School, completed residency at UM, including a year as a chief resident, then joined the psychiatry faculty at UM, working on the Inpatient, Consultation-Liaison and ECT teams. Interests include brain stimulation, pharmacology for treatment-resistant mood disorders and psychiatric illness complicated by medical problems.
(206) 966-6968 View (206) 966-6968
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Motiva Health
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, ARNP
Verified Verified
Kent, WA 98032
Immediate Appointments Available! Are you ready to embark on a journey towards better mental health? I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, dedicated to providing evidence based compassionate care that supports individuals like you who are seeking relief from mental illness. With over a decade of experience in psychiatric medication management, I have been serving adults (18-65) in the greater Puget Sound area. My practice specializes in depression, anxiety, mood disorders, adjustment issues, personality disorders, and other common psychiatric conditions.
Immediate Appointments Available! Are you ready to embark on a journey towards better mental health? I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, dedicated to providing evidence based compassionate care that supports individuals like you who are seeking relief from mental illness. With over a decade of experience in psychiatric medication management, I have been serving adults (18-65) in the greater Puget Sound area. My practice specializes in depression, anxiety, mood disorders, adjustment issues, personality disorders, and other common psychiatric conditions.
(253) 364-6103 View (253) 364-6103
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Kevin Rodas
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP-B
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98402
At my practice, we will craft a comprehensive treatment plan that respects and values your input. My goal is to build a warm and genuine therapeutic relationship with you, where you feel heard and supported. As a veteran, I understand the importance of working as a team! I specialize in treating Depression, anxiety disorder, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), autism, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and substance use disorder. Book an appointment as early as tomorrow by clicking on "My Website" or message me directly with any questions.
At my practice, we will craft a comprehensive treatment plan that respects and values your input. My goal is to build a warm and genuine therapeutic relationship with you, where you feel heard and supported. As a veteran, I understand the importance of working as a team! I specialize in treating Depression, anxiety disorder, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), autism, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and substance use disorder. Book an appointment as early as tomorrow by clicking on "My Website" or message me directly with any questions.
(509) 519-2246 View (509) 519-2246
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Jeff Skolnick
Psychiatrist, MD, PhD
Verified Verified
Renton, WA 98055
Dr. Jeff Skolnick is a Psychiatrist in Washington who has been practicing since 1988. Besides neuropsychiatric assessment and treatment, Dr. Skolnick has created a new approach to psychotherapy and advanced ("spiritual") development called the SatoriWest Method. The subject of 2 published and 1 to be published books, it has been trialed in two psychiatric facilities with hundreds of patients, getting positive metrics, as well as many enthusiastic testimonials.
Dr. Jeff Skolnick is a Psychiatrist in Washington who has been practicing since 1988. Besides neuropsychiatric assessment and treatment, Dr. Skolnick has created a new approach to psychotherapy and advanced ("spiritual") development called the SatoriWest Method. The subject of 2 published and 1 to be published books, it has been trialed in two psychiatric facilities with hundreds of patients, getting positive metrics, as well as many enthusiastic testimonials.
(206) 875-2397 View (206) 875-2397
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Joseph Ungvarsky
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Tacoma, WA 98402  (Online Only)
As a mental health care provider there are certain skills required to address many different needs through an individualized, person-centered, holistic approach to symptoms management and well-being achievement.
NO Medicaid or Medicare including Apple Health. Accepting new clients with Premera, Aetna, CIGNA, UHC/OPTUM. Text or Call to schedule. Appointments as soon as next week! Offering individualized, person-centered approach to treatment. Combined medication management with individual psychotherapy for the best outcome and evidence for recovery based care. Have worked in all modalities and treatment settings within the mental health system. Experience is across the lifespan and with all different mental health concerns.
As a mental health care provider there are certain skills required to address many different needs through an individualized, person-centered, holistic approach to symptoms management and well-being achievement.
NO Medicaid or Medicare including Apple Health. Accepting new clients with Premera, Aetna, CIGNA, UHC/OPTUM. Text or Call to schedule. Appointments as soon as next week! Offering individualized, person-centered approach to treatment. Combined medication management with individual psychotherapy for the best outcome and evidence for recovery based care. Have worked in all modalities and treatment settings within the mental health system. Experience is across the lifespan and with all different mental health concerns.
(425) 414-3927 View (425) 414-3927
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Dr. Michael Sun
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Tacoma, WA 98401  (Online Only)
Sun Family Psychiatry is a private outpatient psychiatry and psychotherapy practice, providing medication management and psychotherapy to children, adults, and families in the greater Seattle area.
My name is Dr. Michael Sun. I graduated from Harvard University and Dartmouth Medical School before completing my adult psychiatry residency training at Duke University and my child and adolescent fellowship training at Massachusetts General Hospital and McLean Hospital, affiliated with Harvard Medical School. Before moving to Seattle, I was the Site Director for Education at the Child and Adolescent Inpatient Psychiatry Unit for the Mount Sinai Health System in New York City.
Sun Family Psychiatry is a private outpatient psychiatry and psychotherapy practice, providing medication management and psychotherapy to children, adults, and families in the greater Seattle area.
My name is Dr. Michael Sun. I graduated from Harvard University and Dartmouth Medical School before completing my adult psychiatry residency training at Duke University and my child and adolescent fellowship training at Massachusetts General Hospital and McLean Hospital, affiliated with Harvard Medical School. Before moving to Seattle, I was the Site Director for Education at the Child and Adolescent Inpatient Psychiatry Unit for the Mount Sinai Health System in New York City.
(206) 495-6117 View (206) 495-6117
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Dr Mark Chofla | Empathy Therapy
Psychiatrist, DO
Verified Verified
Kent, WA 98030  (Online Only)
As a family and community psychiatrist, he performs respectful psychotherapy with empathy in addition to careful medication management.
Dr. Mark Chofla is a board-certified psychiatrist and physician who completed his specialty residency training at the Los Angeles County + University of Southern California Medical Center. After receiving his Bachelor of Science degree in Neurobiology, Physiology, and Behavior from the University of California at Davis, Dr. Chofla earned his medical degree from Midwestern University: Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine.
As a family and community psychiatrist, he performs respectful psychotherapy with empathy in addition to careful medication management.
Dr. Mark Chofla is a board-certified psychiatrist and physician who completed his specialty residency training at the Los Angeles County + University of Southern California Medical Center. After receiving his Bachelor of Science degree in Neurobiology, Physiology, and Behavior from the University of California at Davis, Dr. Chofla earned his medical degree from Midwestern University: Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine.
(425) 584-3369 View (425) 584-3369
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Dr. Robert Garrard
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Tacoma, WA 98402  (Online Only)
Accepting new patients. Evening appointments available! Dr. Garrard is passionate about helping patients and their families living with mental illness. He takes a flexible, thoughtful, and pragmatic approach to patient care and recovery. Dr. Garrard strives to create a supportive, non-judgmental environment. He provides patients with medical and therapeutic treatment options so they can make informed decisions about their own care.
Accepting new patients. Evening appointments available! Dr. Garrard is passionate about helping patients and their families living with mental illness. He takes a flexible, thoughtful, and pragmatic approach to patient care and recovery. Dr. Garrard strives to create a supportive, non-judgmental environment. He provides patients with medical and therapeutic treatment options so they can make informed decisions about their own care.
(253) 993-4415 View (253) 993-4415
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Francis Manga
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP-B, APRN, MSN
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98198  (Online Only)
Every mental health patient and their family are different in their unique ways. My goal is to create a special individualized treatment plan to help every one of my patients achieve the best possible outcome. As a patient, you can rest assured that you will get my undivided attention, you will be cared for with a professional attitude. You will be given adequate time to talk about your symptoms without any rush. While you will enjoy a non-judgmental environment and encounter during each visit, I must trust that you will honestly share with me your symptoms to enable me to create the best possible treatment plan.
Every mental health patient and their family are different in their unique ways. My goal is to create a special individualized treatment plan to help every one of my patients achieve the best possible outcome. As a patient, you can rest assured that you will get my undivided attention, you will be cared for with a professional attitude. You will be given adequate time to talk about your symptoms without any rush. While you will enjoy a non-judgmental environment and encounter during each visit, I must trust that you will honestly share with me your symptoms to enable me to create the best possible treatment plan.
(509) 223-7110 View (509) 223-7110
Dr. Sammy Gathiru
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Federal Way, WA 98003
I have completed many hours of internship and preceptorship in adult, adolescent, and child psychiatry.
Accepting New Clients! I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who provides a comprehensive approach to mental health treatment by incorporating psychopharmacology, psychotherapy and alternative treatment modalities to best address the concern at hand. I provide a client-centered method of treatment, which includes educating clients about their diagnosis, treatment options and working with the client to develop a unique treatment plan tailored to fit each individual.
I have completed many hours of internship and preceptorship in adult, adolescent, and child psychiatry.
Accepting New Clients! I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who provides a comprehensive approach to mental health treatment by incorporating psychopharmacology, psychotherapy and alternative treatment modalities to best address the concern at hand. I provide a client-centered method of treatment, which includes educating clients about their diagnosis, treatment options and working with the client to develop a unique treatment plan tailored to fit each individual.
(253) 785-6249 View (253) 785-6249
Male Psychiatrists

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. Prospective clients should also ask what the expectation is for treatment, and what the fee structure is, and whether and which insurance plans are accepted.

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 a male therapist. 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, in the case of male clients. Some women have prior negative experiences with women that predispose them to prefer working with a male in therapy. 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.