Male Therapists in Birmingham, AL
My name is Leonard Shelton. I was born and raised in Queens, NY. I am a licensed professional Counselor in the State of Alabama. I am a Certified Vocational Evaluation Specialist and a Certified Anger Management Specialist Level II. I have 12 years of counseling experience. I specialize in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, motivation, self-esteem, confidence, depression, and anger management. I also specialize in Vocational Assessment and Career Counseling. I work to create a safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment.
My name is Leonard Shelton. I was born and raised in Queens, NY. I am a licensed professional Counselor in the State of Alabama. I am a Certified Vocational Evaluation Specialist and a Certified Anger Management Specialist Level II. I have 12 years of counseling experience. I specialize in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, motivation, self-esteem, confidence, depression, and anger management. I also specialize in Vocational Assessment and Career Counseling. I work to create a safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment.
Good therapy works. But often, there are barriers between you and "good therapy"—barriers like finding a therapist that truly fits, the courage it takes to look at your life with honesty, and the effort it takes to grow and change. I'm a Psychologist who works with adults and couples, and I've had the privilege of helping people break through these barriers. I've taught university courses on counseling, worked with a diverse range of clients, and now, as a scientist at Headspace, I focus on understanding what makes mental health treatment effective. And through it all, one truth remains: good therapy works.
Good therapy works. But often, there are barriers between you and "good therapy"—barriers like finding a therapist that truly fits, the courage it takes to look at your life with honesty, and the effort it takes to grow and change. I'm a Psychologist who works with adults and couples, and I've had the privilege of helping people break through these barriers. I've taught university courses on counseling, worked with a diverse range of clients, and now, as a scientist at Headspace, I focus on understanding what makes mental health treatment effective. And through it all, one truth remains: good therapy works.
I work with adults and couples who want to understand themselves and their relationships more deeply. My approach is collaborative and grounded in respect, curiosity, and the belief that growth happens through honest connection.
Many of my clients are working through relational challenges, trauma, or grief. Others are exploring questions of identity, faith, or meaning as they move through different seasons of life. I provide a supportive environment for all clients, including those from LGBTQ+ communities and individuals reexamining their spiritual or cultural backgrounds.
I work with adults and couples who want to understand themselves and their relationships more deeply. My approach is collaborative and grounded in respect, curiosity, and the belief that growth happens through honest connection.
Many of my clients are working through relational challenges, trauma, or grief. Others are exploring questions of identity, faith, or meaning as they move through different seasons of life. I provide a supportive environment for all clients, including those from LGBTQ+ communities and individuals reexamining their spiritual or cultural backgrounds.
Individuals are often unaware of the many factors that determine their emotions and behavior. My approach fosters self awareness. By better understanding their perceptions about themselves and others, as well as how important experiences have influenced them, clients can change the way they see themselves and the world. They can make informed choices about the way they conduct their present and future lives. My approach is especially suited to getting to the root of long term problems and patterns. The benefits of this approach can be the following:
Individuals are often unaware of the many factors that determine their emotions and behavior. My approach fosters self awareness. By better understanding their perceptions about themselves and others, as well as how important experiences have influenced them, clients can change the way they see themselves and the world. They can make informed choices about the way they conduct their present and future lives. My approach is especially suited to getting to the root of long term problems and patterns. The benefits of this approach can be the following:
I think of a therapist as a wise guide who enters into the life of another human at a time of crisis and provides a compassionate, safe environment in which a person can experience himself more fully - explore, identify, and take initiatives to lessen the causes of her distress. The ideal therapist is one who, above all else, is an advocate for the freedom and well-being of another. The therapist, like spiritual guides of old, offers a balance of acceptance and challenge in helping the person become her best self. By challenge, I mean holding an individual accountable to himself and his potential for purposeful, dynamic living.
I think of a therapist as a wise guide who enters into the life of another human at a time of crisis and provides a compassionate, safe environment in which a person can experience himself more fully - explore, identify, and take initiatives to lessen the causes of her distress. The ideal therapist is one who, above all else, is an advocate for the freedom and well-being of another. The therapist, like spiritual guides of old, offers a balance of acceptance and challenge in helping the person become her best self. By challenge, I mean holding an individual accountable to himself and his potential for purposeful, dynamic living.
Telling your struggles takes a great deal of courage. I have been inspired by the journeys we are all required to take. Carl Jung stated, "who looks outside, dreams; who looks inside, awakes." In my work I help individuals begin the healing process to reclaim the power that has been lost., and in building coping skills. This involves the risk of examing who you are, where you come from, and where you hope to go. I specialize in chemical addiction, sexual addiction, families, and couples. I also have extensive experience with men's issues, including relationship coaching, shame reduction, and relapse prevention.
Telling your struggles takes a great deal of courage. I have been inspired by the journeys we are all required to take. Carl Jung stated, "who looks outside, dreams; who looks inside, awakes." In my work I help individuals begin the healing process to reclaim the power that has been lost., and in building coping skills. This involves the risk of examing who you are, where you come from, and where you hope to go. I specialize in chemical addiction, sexual addiction, families, and couples. I also have extensive experience with men's issues, including relationship coaching, shame reduction, and relapse prevention.
You can improve performance, achieve goals, and feel well, even though you may have doubts. Sometimes you may be unaware of what actually causes you to feel as anxious, depressed, indecisive, guilty, overwhelmed, or angry as you may feel. With stress arising in relationships or work, you may sometimes wonder, "Why is this happening to me again?" I collaborate with my clients to plan strategies to resolve stress so they can feel more in control and confident. I also assist with performance enhancement to foster improvement in public speaking anxiety, social anxiety, test anxiety, work inhibition/procrastination, stage jitters, blocked creativity, etc.
You can improve performance, achieve goals, and feel well, even though you may have doubts. Sometimes you may be unaware of what actually causes you to feel as anxious, depressed, indecisive, guilty, overwhelmed, or angry as you may feel. With stress arising in relationships or work, you may sometimes wonder, "Why is this happening to me again?" I collaborate with my clients to plan strategies to resolve stress so they can feel more in control and confident. I also assist with performance enhancement to foster improvement in public speaking anxiety, social anxiety, test anxiety, work inhibition/procrastination, stage jitters, blocked creativity, etc.
As a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in Alabama, I specialize in supporting individuals who have experienced trauma, substance use, or domestic violence, as well as veterans navigating the complexities of post-service life. My ideal client is someone who is ready to take that courageous first step—asking for help—and is open to doing the work necessary to improve their overall functioning and well-being.
As a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in Alabama, I specialize in supporting individuals who have experienced trauma, substance use, or domestic violence, as well as veterans navigating the complexities of post-service life. My ideal client is someone who is ready to take that courageous first step—asking for help—and is open to doing the work necessary to improve their overall functioning and well-being.
Are you struggling with conflict in marriage, couples, or family relationships? Or maybe you are struggling in relationship to yourself: struggling to find peace within, cope with anxiety and depression, work through self-esteem issues, better understand who you are, or work to resolve issues from the past that are affecting your present mental health. Maybe you are searching for meaning and direction, struggling with addiction, or wanting support in other complex areas of life. I'm here to help!
Are you struggling with conflict in marriage, couples, or family relationships? Or maybe you are struggling in relationship to yourself: struggling to find peace within, cope with anxiety and depression, work through self-esteem issues, better understand who you are, or work to resolve issues from the past that are affecting your present mental health. Maybe you are searching for meaning and direction, struggling with addiction, or wanting support in other complex areas of life. I'm here to help!
As a counselor, I specialize in supporting men who are navigating the complex terrain of issues such as trauma, anxiety, depression, addiction, low self-esteem and relationship issues. With over 6 years of experience in the mental health field, I understand the unique pressures and challenges many men face, often in silence, and I offer a safe, nonjudgmental space where healing and growth can begin. I am also an EMDRIA approved EMDR therapist in training and can facilitate Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing to help clients heal from distressing traumatic events.
As a counselor, I specialize in supporting men who are navigating the complex terrain of issues such as trauma, anxiety, depression, addiction, low self-esteem and relationship issues. With over 6 years of experience in the mental health field, I understand the unique pressures and challenges many men face, often in silence, and I offer a safe, nonjudgmental space where healing and growth can begin. I am also an EMDRIA approved EMDR therapist in training and can facilitate Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing to help clients heal from distressing traumatic events.
Larry 'odele'
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC, CCTP, CYMHS
3 Endorsed
Birmingham, AL 35226
No matter the problem, I am here to help you navigate through life's difficulties and guide you to your own understanding. My therapeutic approach is quite eclectic. I have a variety of experience in depression, anxiety, anger management, ADHD, behavioral issues, relationship and family issues. I have worked with adults, children and adolescents. I have an extensive background with individual, group therapy and family therapy.
No matter the problem, I am here to help you navigate through life's difficulties and guide you to your own understanding. My therapeutic approach is quite eclectic. I have a variety of experience in depression, anxiety, anger management, ADHD, behavioral issues, relationship and family issues. I have worked with adults, children and adolescents. I have an extensive background with individual, group therapy and family therapy.
My ideal client is one that perhaps is dealing with feelings of fear, anger, envy, uncertainty, depression, perhaps amplified by strong religious convictions and spiritual uncertainty. They are particularly uncomfortable with being vulnerable often negligent in discussing feelings and issues of religion and spirituality, but will allow a few conversations to explore what their particular and specific issues and beliefs may be, including past traumas and sexual abuse issues. This client would be open to exploring their spirituality (not religion) as a means of developing and improving coping skills and spiritual strategies.
My ideal client is one that perhaps is dealing with feelings of fear, anger, envy, uncertainty, depression, perhaps amplified by strong religious convictions and spiritual uncertainty. They are particularly uncomfortable with being vulnerable often negligent in discussing feelings and issues of religion and spirituality, but will allow a few conversations to explore what their particular and specific issues and beliefs may be, including past traumas and sexual abuse issues. This client would be open to exploring their spirituality (not religion) as a means of developing and improving coping skills and spiritual strategies.
I have worked in the mental health field for 40+ years. During my career I have worked with a variety of patients including adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I have treated trauma exposure, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, mild autism spectrum disorders, attention deficit disorder (and related issues). I have also provided support for individuals in recovery. I believe that by identifying, focusing on, and enhancing clients' strengths, I can assist them in developing additional individualized tools to meet mental health challenges.
I have worked in the mental health field for 40+ years. During my career I have worked with a variety of patients including adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I have treated trauma exposure, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, mild autism spectrum disorders, attention deficit disorder (and related issues). I have also provided support for individuals in recovery. I believe that by identifying, focusing on, and enhancing clients' strengths, I can assist them in developing additional individualized tools to meet mental health challenges.
I specialize in counseling children, teenagers, college students, young adults, and parents with various concerns, such as anxiety, social skills, behavioral issues, and anger management skills, parent/teenager relationships, and school issues. I am particularly passionate about helping children and teenagers learn social skills and coping skills to thrive in schools and at home, as many children have a difficult time in the adolescent and teenage years discovering who they are and how to handle emotions. I also love working with college students to help work through anxiety and pressure many students face.
I specialize in counseling children, teenagers, college students, young adults, and parents with various concerns, such as anxiety, social skills, behavioral issues, and anger management skills, parent/teenager relationships, and school issues. I am particularly passionate about helping children and teenagers learn social skills and coping skills to thrive in schools and at home, as many children have a difficult time in the adolescent and teenage years discovering who they are and how to handle emotions. I also love working with college students to help work through anxiety and pressure many students face.
Sojourn means "to stay for a time in a place or to live temporarily". This is my view of our life on earth. It is a temporary stay, and our time here can be difficult, confusing and painful at times. Sometimes, we need help navigating. I believe that we each have a unique story and set of experiences that make us who we are. What we believe about ourselves and the world around us impacts how we feel and respond to life. I'd like to help you navigate life so that you may have the most abundant life possible.
Sojourn means "to stay for a time in a place or to live temporarily". This is my view of our life on earth. It is a temporary stay, and our time here can be difficult, confusing and painful at times. Sometimes, we need help navigating. I believe that we each have a unique story and set of experiences that make us who we are. What we believe about ourselves and the world around us impacts how we feel and respond to life. I'd like to help you navigate life so that you may have the most abundant life possible.
Adults often seek ADHD evaluations when they face persistent struggles with focus, organization, or productivity that impact their work, relationships, or daily life. Many are motivated by a desire for clarity, validation, and actionable strategies to address challenges like procrastination, underachievement, or emotional stress. Life transitions, increased responsibilities, or workplace demands often highlight these difficulties, prompting individuals to explore whether ADHD could be the underlying cause. Ultimately, they seek understanding and solutions to improve their quality of life and realize their full potential.
Adults often seek ADHD evaluations when they face persistent struggles with focus, organization, or productivity that impact their work, relationships, or daily life. Many are motivated by a desire for clarity, validation, and actionable strategies to address challenges like procrastination, underachievement, or emotional stress. Life transitions, increased responsibilities, or workplace demands often highlight these difficulties, prompting individuals to explore whether ADHD could be the underlying cause. Ultimately, they seek understanding and solutions to improve their quality of life and realize their full potential.
Adam Corley Elliott
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
3 Endorsed
Birmingham, AL 35223
Waitlist for new clients
One of the first things I tell clients who struggle with mental health disorders or overwhelming stress is that in today's society, with all the turmoil and uncertainty we face, it is a natural and normal reaction to be struggling mentally. While there is still a large stigma towards mental health and therapy I believe a great way to combat this is by understanding that it is not weakness to seek help, it in fact takes great strength to reach out to someone and admit that we cannot do this on our own.
One of the first things I tell clients who struggle with mental health disorders or overwhelming stress is that in today's society, with all the turmoil and uncertainty we face, it is a natural and normal reaction to be struggling mentally. While there is still a large stigma towards mental health and therapy I believe a great way to combat this is by understanding that it is not weakness to seek help, it in fact takes great strength to reach out to someone and admit that we cannot do this on our own.
I come from a long career in music and arts, work in an education setting for 3.5 years with neurodivergent students, and I am now a full time Psychotherapist that has been practicing sense March of 2021.
I come from a long career in music and arts, work in an education setting for 3.5 years with neurodivergent students, and I am now a full time Psychotherapist that has been practicing sense March of 2021.
You're battling a harsh inner critic, feeling disconnected in your relationship, or navigating spiritual confusion...and it's exhausting. Our work is a dedicated time to find your way back. We’ll go beyond just talking. Together, we'll explore the roots of these patterns with compassion, actively working to quiet the inner noise and heal past hurts. My role is to help you build genuine self-worth from the ground up, creating a foundation of confidence that comes from truly knowing yourself. Let’s replace the cycle of confusion and self-doubt with the lasting clarity and authentic peace you deserve to feel every day.
You're battling a harsh inner critic, feeling disconnected in your relationship, or navigating spiritual confusion...and it's exhausting. Our work is a dedicated time to find your way back. We’ll go beyond just talking. Together, we'll explore the roots of these patterns with compassion, actively working to quiet the inner noise and heal past hurts. My role is to help you build genuine self-worth from the ground up, creating a foundation of confidence that comes from truly knowing yourself. Let’s replace the cycle of confusion and self-doubt with the lasting clarity and authentic peace you deserve to feel every day.
J L Austin Counseling & Consulting
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, NCC
2 Endorsed
Birmingham, AL 35226
Grief, Depression, Anxiety, Stress, Anger Management, Addiction, Substance Abuse, Divorce, Domestic Violence, Self Esteem, and PTSD. Since 1997 I have worked with individuals, couples, families, groups, adults, and adolescents in gaining self awareness, peace, balance, and purpose in their life's journey.
Grief, Depression, Anxiety, Stress, Anger Management, Addiction, Substance Abuse, Divorce, Domestic Violence, Self Esteem, and PTSD. Since 1997 I have worked with individuals, couples, families, groups, adults, and adolescents in gaining self awareness, peace, balance, and purpose in their life's journey.
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Male Therapists
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.