Male Therapists in Homewood, AL
Tate Chang, Marriage and Relationship Counseling
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, EdS
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
You keep finding yourselves in the same fight. Sometimes it’s about money, sometimes the kids, sometimes something so small it shocks you how big it gets. You’re tired of feeling more like roommates than partners. You miss laughing together, being on the same team, feeling close. And deep down, you’re scared your kids are starting to think this is what love looks like.
Here’s the truth: you’re not broken, and your relationship isn’t beyond repair. The patterns you’re stuck in are just that — patterns. They can be understood, interrupted, and changed.
You keep finding yourselves in the same fight. Sometimes it’s about money, sometimes the kids, sometimes something so small it shocks you how big it gets. You’re tired of feeling more like roommates than partners. You miss laughing together, being on the same team, feeling close. And deep down, you’re scared your kids are starting to think this is what love looks like.
Here’s the truth: you’re not broken, and your relationship isn’t beyond repair. The patterns you’re stuck in are just that — patterns. They can be understood, interrupted, and changed.
We are a highly trained team of talented and compassionate therapists working together to bring the latest treatment and technology to individuals, couples and families dealing with the impact and wreckage of betrayal, sex and pornography addiction, and unresolved emotional trauma.
We are a highly trained team of talented and compassionate therapists working together to bring the latest treatment and technology to individuals, couples and families dealing with the impact and wreckage of betrayal, sex and pornography addiction, and unresolved emotional trauma.
Are you feeling stuck in your relationships, overwhelmed by life’s challenges, or simply unsure how to move forward? Whether you're navigating relationship struggles, parenting a teenager, dealing with anxiety, or feeling overwhelmed with life stress, real change starts with a fresh perspective. This fresh perspective begins with insight, that "aha" moment or change of heart that transforms your life. My approach is all about creating an atmosphere where powerful moments of insight are more likely to occur.
Are you feeling stuck in your relationships, overwhelmed by life’s challenges, or simply unsure how to move forward? Whether you're navigating relationship struggles, parenting a teenager, dealing with anxiety, or feeling overwhelmed with life stress, real change starts with a fresh perspective. This fresh perspective begins with insight, that "aha" moment or change of heart that transforms your life. My approach is all about creating an atmosphere where powerful moments of insight are more likely to occur.
The opening of Dante's Inferno reads "Midway upon the journey of our life, I found myself within a forest dark, for the straightforward pathway had been lost." This story of a person's journey through hell became a classic because all of us have found, at one time or another, that the straight path in our lives has been lost, and that we are alone in a dark forest. Do you feel lost? When we look a little closer, we begin to understand that most of the darkness around us is self-created. That forest was cultivated with the seeds of our past experience.
The opening of Dante's Inferno reads "Midway upon the journey of our life, I found myself within a forest dark, for the straightforward pathway had been lost." This story of a person's journey through hell became a classic because all of us have found, at one time or another, that the straight path in our lives has been lost, and that we are alone in a dark forest. Do you feel lost? When we look a little closer, we begin to understand that most of the darkness around us is self-created. That forest was cultivated with the seeds of our past experience.
Down To Earth Counseling is a professional and caring environment for all who need help getting through life that can be painful and confusing. I have extensive training and experience working with anxiety, trauma, and family and relational challenges. I work with diverse populations, including victims of rape, incest, and combat -related PTSD. I also work with clients experiencing depression, fears/phobias, religious beliefs, and anger/unforgiveness. In addition, I offer premarital counseling and work with couples who are in crisis. I enjoy walking through life with "plain old people with plain old problems."
Down To Earth Counseling is a professional and caring environment for all who need help getting through life that can be painful and confusing. I have extensive training and experience working with anxiety, trauma, and family and relational challenges. I work with diverse populations, including victims of rape, incest, and combat -related PTSD. I also work with clients experiencing depression, fears/phobias, religious beliefs, and anger/unforgiveness. In addition, I offer premarital counseling and work with couples who are in crisis. I enjoy walking through life with "plain old people with plain old problems."
You may feel overwhelmed, stuck, or worn down by trauma, anxiety, strained relationships, or the long shadows of addiction—your own or someone else’s. You want relief, clarity, and a path forward that finally makes sense. My ideal client is tired of carrying everything alone and is ready for a therapist who listens deeply, understands complex life stories, and helps them move toward stability, confidence, and lasting change.
You may feel overwhelmed, stuck, or worn down by trauma, anxiety, strained relationships, or the long shadows of addiction—your own or someone else’s. You want relief, clarity, and a path forward that finally makes sense. My ideal client is tired of carrying everything alone and is ready for a therapist who listens deeply, understands complex life stories, and helps them move toward stability, confidence, and lasting change.
I earned my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Alabama. Then, I received my Master of Arts in Counseling from the University of Alabama at Birmingham with a concentration in Clinical Mental Health. Since that time, I have worked with clients through community agencies and private counseling practices. My work has primarily been with children and adolescents, but I have a wealth of experience working with individual clients of all ages, as well as families, and couples.
I earned my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Alabama. Then, I received my Master of Arts in Counseling from the University of Alabama at Birmingham with a concentration in Clinical Mental Health. Since that time, I have worked with clients through community agencies and private counseling practices. My work has primarily been with children and adolescents, but I have a wealth of experience working with individual clients of all ages, as well as families, and couples.
Most of us arrive at times when we can benefit from talking with a knowledgeable person who can listen with the objective of helping us to understand ourselves. My goal as a counselor is to help each person know and accept themselves. When I can provide that kind of counseling relationship, clients are much more likely to find their own strengths and wisdom. By listening with compassion and empathy, rather than judgment, I am more likely to help clients find greater harmony and peace in their relationships.
Most of us arrive at times when we can benefit from talking with a knowledgeable person who can listen with the objective of helping us to understand ourselves. My goal as a counselor is to help each person know and accept themselves. When I can provide that kind of counseling relationship, clients are much more likely to find their own strengths and wisdom. By listening with compassion and empathy, rather than judgment, I am more likely to help clients find greater harmony and peace in their relationships.
My experience in the mental health field is varied and includes victim outreach work, crisis intervention, serious mental illness, as well as individuals with developmental disabilities. My current focus is on anxiety, depression, and trauma, but I am passionate about providing mental health services to a variety of populations aged 19 and older. I have special interests in psychotherapy for chronic illnesses, humor in counseling, philosophy in counseling, and providing support for other professionals in helping fields.
My experience in the mental health field is varied and includes victim outreach work, crisis intervention, serious mental illness, as well as individuals with developmental disabilities. My current focus is on anxiety, depression, and trauma, but I am passionate about providing mental health services to a variety of populations aged 19 and older. I have special interests in psychotherapy for chronic illnesses, humor in counseling, philosophy in counseling, and providing support for other professionals in helping fields.
Do you struggle to manage the lingering impact of traumatic experiences, disordered eating or addictive behaviors, or distressing thoughts and emotions? Are you dealing with feelings of guilt, shame, or hurt that are interfering with your own health and wellbeing? Do you feel like there are significant barriers that are standing in the way of truly knowing and being yourself? It can be overwhelming to find yourself trapped in unhelpful or isolating patterns with no idea of how to make a change. If this sounds familiar, I would encourage you to reach out and schedule a therapy appointment today.
Do you struggle to manage the lingering impact of traumatic experiences, disordered eating or addictive behaviors, or distressing thoughts and emotions? Are you dealing with feelings of guilt, shame, or hurt that are interfering with your own health and wellbeing? Do you feel like there are significant barriers that are standing in the way of truly knowing and being yourself? It can be overwhelming to find yourself trapped in unhelpful or isolating patterns with no idea of how to make a change. If this sounds familiar, I would encourage you to reach out and schedule a therapy appointment today.
Anxiety, Depression, Relationships, Addictions, Trauma. Counseling/Therapy is investment in quality of life. People seek help when frustrated, confused, overwhelmed. Does addiction (substance/behavior) control your life? Does a challenging relationship frustrate you? Are you tired of trying to change your partner? or trying to change yourself for your partner? Have you experienced painful loss? Do you frequently feel tense and uneasy? Does the life you live differ from the life you want?
Anxiety, Depression, Relationships, Addictions, Trauma. Counseling/Therapy is investment in quality of life. People seek help when frustrated, confused, overwhelmed. Does addiction (substance/behavior) control your life? Does a challenging relationship frustrate you? Are you tired of trying to change your partner? or trying to change yourself for your partner? Have you experienced painful loss? Do you frequently feel tense and uneasy? Does the life you live differ from the life you want?
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.
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.
All people who engage in therapy seek the same basic thing - change. But the anxiety that comes with change can be overwhelming - Where do I begin? What's most important now? What needs to stay the same? How do I manage the consequences of change? How will it impact my relationships? Change is often daunting, even if it's "good" change. What's needed is someone who sees the best in you, helps you prioritize your steps, looks at your situation from a fresh perspective, and helps you navigate concrete goals along the way. That's what I gladly do with my clients on a regular basis.
All people who engage in therapy seek the same basic thing - change. But the anxiety that comes with change can be overwhelming - Where do I begin? What's most important now? What needs to stay the same? How do I manage the consequences of change? How will it impact my relationships? Change is often daunting, even if it's "good" change. What's needed is someone who sees the best in you, helps you prioritize your steps, looks at your situation from a fresh perspective, and helps you navigate concrete goals along the way. That's what I gladly do with my clients on a regular basis.
Life can be hard at times. I'm ready to help you navigate through the ups and downs of your everyday life. There is a season in everything, no matter what season you are going through there is a purpose for you. Feeling overwhelmed by different stressors in life? Are you having relationship problems? I can walk through these areas with you and together we can find a solution to those problems. I like connecting with different types of individuals, and as a minority, I can focus on different cultural issues.
Life can be hard at times. I'm ready to help you navigate through the ups and downs of your everyday life. There is a season in everything, no matter what season you are going through there is a purpose for you. Feeling overwhelmed by different stressors in life? Are you having relationship problems? I can walk through these areas with you and together we can find a solution to those problems. I like connecting with different types of individuals, and as a minority, I can focus on different cultural issues.
Are you feeling stuck between who you are and who you are meant to be? Is it hard to find people who understand your pain? I help clients grappling with meaning, mortality, authenticity, and purpose. Using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), I specialize in depression, anxieties, and addictions that have these deeper existential roots. I help people struggling with shame, loneliness, heartbreak, aging, illness, grief, and loss of meaning build a life worth living and a Self worth living it. I believe in building new skills. But my ultimate aim is to help you find and liberate your higher Self.
Are you feeling stuck between who you are and who you are meant to be? Is it hard to find people who understand your pain? I help clients grappling with meaning, mortality, authenticity, and purpose. Using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), I specialize in depression, anxieties, and addictions that have these deeper existential roots. I help people struggling with shame, loneliness, heartbreak, aging, illness, grief, and loss of meaning build a life worth living and a Self worth living it. I believe in building new skills. But my ultimate aim is to help you find and liberate your higher Self.
If you’re reading this, life has happened and you’re considering counseling. Maybe you’ve found yourself worrying constantly. You’re fraying at the edges. You’re missing a loved one. Getting out of bed has become a chore. Your relationships feel like a hamster wheel. Maybe Auburn Football has let you down again. No matter how you ended up where you are, counseling can be a crucial step in moving forward. Whether it’s ratcheting down the anxiety a notch, unloading the heaviness of depression, or just trying to get some traction in life - there is hope.
If you’re reading this, life has happened and you’re considering counseling. Maybe you’ve found yourself worrying constantly. You’re fraying at the edges. You’re missing a loved one. Getting out of bed has become a chore. Your relationships feel like a hamster wheel. Maybe Auburn Football has let you down again. No matter how you ended up where you are, counseling can be a crucial step in moving forward. Whether it’s ratcheting down the anxiety a notch, unloading the heaviness of depression, or just trying to get some traction in life - there is hope.
Apollo Counseling is here to provide professional mental health and wellness support for individuals, couples, and families. We specialize in working with medical professionals, college students, adolescents, and young professionals in addressing anxiety, depression, burnout, relationship concerns, and other mental health issues. Apollo Counseling can provide the support you need to overcome challenging obstacles, improve your mental health and wellness, raise your self-esteem, navigate difficult relationships, and face the day with confidence.
Apollo Counseling is here to provide professional mental health and wellness support for individuals, couples, and families. We specialize in working with medical professionals, college students, adolescents, and young professionals in addressing anxiety, depression, burnout, relationship concerns, and other mental health issues. Apollo Counseling can provide the support you need to overcome challenging obstacles, improve your mental health and wellness, raise your self-esteem, navigate difficult relationships, and face the day with confidence.
We all encounter events and periods of life that are difficult to understand and overcome. Mental Health issues like depression, anxiety, grief, post-traumatic stress, relationship issues can be difficult and overwhelming to face alone and we often need support and guidance to find healing.
We all encounter events and periods of life that are difficult to understand and overcome. Mental Health issues like depression, anxiety, grief, post-traumatic stress, relationship issues can be difficult and overwhelming to face alone and we often need support and guidance to find healing.
The ideal client is honest, open-minded, willing, and invested in the counseling process. Heath has experience helping individuals with a variety of problems, including anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, poor self-esteem, addictions, and relationship issues. Heath understands people are on different pathways and he tailors his approach to the client's specific needs. He provides an atmosphere that is warm, safe, inviting, motivating, and challenging, in which clients will feel supported, heard, accepted, valued, and validated. These things converge to create an optimal environment for client goal attainment.
The ideal client is honest, open-minded, willing, and invested in the counseling process. Heath has experience helping individuals with a variety of problems, including anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, poor self-esteem, addictions, and relationship issues. Heath understands people are on different pathways and he tailors his approach to the client's specific needs. He provides an atmosphere that is warm, safe, inviting, motivating, and challenging, in which clients will feel supported, heard, accepted, valued, and validated. These things converge to create an optimal environment for client goal attainment.
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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.