Men's Issues Therapists in Avondale, AZ
Are you struggling with addiction, anxiety, stress, anger, or with finding purpose? Is your relationship falling apart? For individuals and couples, I offer personalized counseling services tailored to your needs. Together we will develop a safe, supportive environment where you can explore your feelings, understand behaviors, and learn coping strategies. With over 20 years of experience, I have worked with all ages with my primary experience being with adolescents and adults struggling with substance use, depression, anxiety, and trauma. I also have worked with couples struggling with communication, infidelity, and connection.
Are you struggling with addiction, anxiety, stress, anger, or with finding purpose? Is your relationship falling apart? For individuals and couples, I offer personalized counseling services tailored to your needs. Together we will develop a safe, supportive environment where you can explore your feelings, understand behaviors, and learn coping strategies. With over 20 years of experience, I have worked with all ages with my primary experience being with adolescents and adults struggling with substance use, depression, anxiety, and trauma. I also have worked with couples struggling with communication, infidelity, and connection.
Many of my clients have spent years taking care of everyone else while quietly struggling with trauma, anxiety, addiction, relationship challenges, or major life transitions. They often feel overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, or unsure how to move forward. I especially enjoy working with men who have spent years carrying life's burdens alone, while welcoming any adult seeking support. Together, we'll identify what's keeping you stuck, build practical coping strategies, and help you create meaningful, lasting change.
Many of my clients have spent years taking care of everyone else while quietly struggling with trauma, anxiety, addiction, relationship challenges, or major life transitions. They often feel overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, or unsure how to move forward. I especially enjoy working with men who have spent years carrying life's burdens alone, while welcoming any adult seeking support. Together, we'll identify what's keeping you stuck, build practical coping strategies, and help you create meaningful, lasting change.
I use a Solution Focused Strength Based approach to therapy. I incorporate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectal Behavior Therapy and Mindfulness, Gestalt and Mindfulness in therapy sessions. I realize the value of being culturally competent when working with clients of different cultures.
I use a Solution Focused Strength Based approach to therapy. I incorporate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectal Behavior Therapy and Mindfulness, Gestalt and Mindfulness in therapy sessions. I realize the value of being culturally competent when working with clients of different cultures.
Your restoration journey starts here. I'm Joel Whiteside, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) dedicated to helping individuals navigate the intricate path of personal healing and growth. With a passion for fostering resilience and empowering my clients, I strive to create a safe and supportive space where you can explore, understand, and transform your life. I approach each client with genuine compassion and empathy, where you can feel heard and understood. I believe in addressing the whole person—mind, body, and spirit. We will work together towards your goals, work through the struggles, and celebrate the wins.
Your restoration journey starts here. I'm Joel Whiteside, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) dedicated to helping individuals navigate the intricate path of personal healing and growth. With a passion for fostering resilience and empowering my clients, I strive to create a safe and supportive space where you can explore, understand, and transform your life. I approach each client with genuine compassion and empathy, where you can feel heard and understood. I believe in addressing the whole person—mind, body, and spirit. We will work together towards your goals, work through the struggles, and celebrate the wins.
Are you struggling with substance use, men's issues, LGBTQ+ concerns, anxiety, depression, trauma, or major life transitions?
As a therapist, I provide a safe, inclusive, and affirming space for adults seeking meaningful change. With 18 years of experience in behavioral health and addiction services, I help adults overcome addiction, strengthen self-worth, and navigate men's and LGBTQ+ concerns. No matter how stuck things may feel, there is hope for healing and growth.
Are you struggling with substance use, men's issues, LGBTQ+ concerns, anxiety, depression, trauma, or major life transitions?
As a therapist, I provide a safe, inclusive, and affirming space for adults seeking meaningful change. With 18 years of experience in behavioral health and addiction services, I help adults overcome addiction, strengthen self-worth, and navigate men's and LGBTQ+ concerns. No matter how stuck things may feel, there is hope for healing and growth.
I work with adults and older adults who may be feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, grief, anger, stress, or major life transitions. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling emotionally exhausted, disconnected from themselves, or struggling to navigate difficult relationships, family dynamics, or past experiences. As a bilingual therapist (English/Spanish), I am especially passionate about supporting the Hispanic/Latino community with culturally responsive care. My goal is to provide a safe, supportive space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to move forward.
I work with adults and older adults who may be feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, grief, anger, stress, or major life transitions. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling emotionally exhausted, disconnected from themselves, or struggling to navigate difficult relationships, family dynamics, or past experiences. As a bilingual therapist (English/Spanish), I am especially passionate about supporting the Hispanic/Latino community with culturally responsive care. My goal is to provide a safe, supportive space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to move forward.
Looking for help? Would you like to work with a counselor to address the challenges of Mind, Body and Spirit that may prevent you from living an abundant, meaningful and connected life? My intention is to meet you where you are with warmth, compassion, and a sincere concern for your well-being, and to help you through the process of healing, growth, and discovery. To see if we are a good fit, check out the list of issues addressed here on this page and further details on our website. There is hope. Relief is possible.
Looking for help? Would you like to work with a counselor to address the challenges of Mind, Body and Spirit that may prevent you from living an abundant, meaningful and connected life? My intention is to meet you where you are with warmth, compassion, and a sincere concern for your well-being, and to help you through the process of healing, growth, and discovery. To see if we are a good fit, check out the list of issues addressed here on this page and further details on our website. There is hope. Relief is possible.
Maybe you feel anxious all the time, even when things seem fine. Maybe you’re tired of feeling weighed down, disconnected, or like you’re running on empty. Life wasn’t supposed to feel this hard — and yet here you are, trying to make sense of it all while juggling everything else. Whether you’re healing from past trauma, struggling through stress, or just feeling stuck in cycles of worry or sadness, therapy can help you untangle what’s happening beneath the surface so you can start feeling like yourself again. You deserve to feel at peace, to breathe a little easier, and to wake up with a sense of hope about what’s ahead.
Maybe you feel anxious all the time, even when things seem fine. Maybe you’re tired of feeling weighed down, disconnected, or like you’re running on empty. Life wasn’t supposed to feel this hard — and yet here you are, trying to make sense of it all while juggling everything else. Whether you’re healing from past trauma, struggling through stress, or just feeling stuck in cycles of worry or sadness, therapy can help you untangle what’s happening beneath the surface so you can start feeling like yourself again. You deserve to feel at peace, to breathe a little easier, and to wake up with a sense of hope about what’s ahead.
Have you experienced betrayal by a partner or found yourself acting out in addictive, risky behaviors and want help? Rise Up Recover, LLC provides online groups for recovery from trauma and addiction. Skilled therapists are here to help you walk toward the journey of recovery. We also offer in-person intensive workshops. Curt Cretal is trained in both substance abuse and mental health and independently licensed in Arizona as an addiction counselor (LIAC).
Have you experienced betrayal by a partner or found yourself acting out in addictive, risky behaviors and want help? Rise Up Recover, LLC provides online groups for recovery from trauma and addiction. Skilled therapists are here to help you walk toward the journey of recovery. We also offer in-person intensive workshops. Curt Cretal is trained in both substance abuse and mental health and independently licensed in Arizona as an addiction counselor (LIAC).
Sonoran Life Solutions is an outpatient counseling office with locations in Peoria and Goodyear. We offer some of the lowest private pay rates: $100 to see a Independently Licensed Therapist and $65 to see our amazing Life Coach or our counseling interns. We are a group of 21. We are licensed through the AZBBHE. We provide individual, couples, and family therapy. We are open Mon-Fri 7a-9p and Sat from 8a-5p. We accept almost all insurance plans. We also accept most Employee Assistance Programs. SLS believes in making counseling services affordable for those who need it.
Sonoran Life Solutions is an outpatient counseling office with locations in Peoria and Goodyear. We offer some of the lowest private pay rates: $100 to see a Independently Licensed Therapist and $65 to see our amazing Life Coach or our counseling interns. We are a group of 21. We are licensed through the AZBBHE. We provide individual, couples, and family therapy. We are open Mon-Fri 7a-9p and Sat from 8a-5p. We accept almost all insurance plans. We also accept most Employee Assistance Programs. SLS believes in making counseling services affordable for those who need it.
Dr. Noé Vargas
Licensed Professional Counselor, DBH, LPC, NCC
5 Endorsed
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
If you are experiencing self-rejection, anxiety, depression, psychological trauma, grieving, feel lost, and/or have addictive behaviors, dare yourself to overcome such emotions, experiences, and self-defeating behaviors. Learn how to be self-compassionate and introspect and find your inner strength to give meaning, courage, and direction to your life. Learn how to balance your life, work towards your genuine and authentic self, and overcome negative emotions and behaviors. With hard work, dedication, and the appropriate support, you can live the life you have dreamed of. Set a counseling appointment with me today! Thank you.
If you are experiencing self-rejection, anxiety, depression, psychological trauma, grieving, feel lost, and/or have addictive behaviors, dare yourself to overcome such emotions, experiences, and self-defeating behaviors. Learn how to be self-compassionate and introspect and find your inner strength to give meaning, courage, and direction to your life. Learn how to balance your life, work towards your genuine and authentic self, and overcome negative emotions and behaviors. With hard work, dedication, and the appropriate support, you can live the life you have dreamed of. Set a counseling appointment with me today! Thank you.
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My why for providing marriage counseling is rooted in the belief that emotionally secure relationships promote individual healing, family well-being, and lasting resilience. I believe many couples experience distress not because they lack love or commitment, but because unresolved relational experiences and unmet emotional needs shape how they seek connection, respond to conflict, and experience emotional safety. My goal is to help couples recognize these patterns, repair relational wounds, strengthen emotional awareness, and build more secure, responsive, and connected relationships.
My why for providing marriage counseling is rooted in the belief that emotionally secure relationships promote individual healing, family well-being, and lasting resilience. I believe many couples experience distress not because they lack love or commitment, but because unresolved relational experiences and unmet emotional needs shape how they seek connection, respond to conflict, and experience emotional safety. My goal is to help couples recognize these patterns, repair relational wounds, strengthen emotional awareness, and build more secure, responsive, and connected relationships.
With expertise in sex therapy, couples therapy, men's issues, emerging adulthood, LGBTQ and gender-affirming care, I help clients confront patterns, deepen connection, and live with greater integrity and pleasure.
With nearly 10 years of clinical experience, I’ve honed my skills to help you find a path toward an authentic you. You can expect therapy with me to be tender but challenging. Real change comes from doing the hard work: questioning old patterns, building an understanding of our beliefs and where they come from, and stepping bravely into discomfort. I want to get in the trenches with you to help you face what’s hard and build a version of yourself more aligned with your values. I strive to ensure my services are LGBTQ+ affirming, kink-aware, and poly-affirming.
With expertise in sex therapy, couples therapy, men's issues, emerging adulthood, LGBTQ and gender-affirming care, I help clients confront patterns, deepen connection, and live with greater integrity and pleasure.
With nearly 10 years of clinical experience, I’ve honed my skills to help you find a path toward an authentic you. You can expect therapy with me to be tender but challenging. Real change comes from doing the hard work: questioning old patterns, building an understanding of our beliefs and where they come from, and stepping bravely into discomfort. I want to get in the trenches with you to help you face what’s hard and build a version of yourself more aligned with your values. I strive to ensure my services are LGBTQ+ affirming, kink-aware, and poly-affirming.
Joleena is a Certified Clinical Trauma and Addiction Specialist, a former Certified Sex Addiction Therapist Candidate, a Certified Functional Medicine and Trauma Specialist, a Betrayal Trauma Coach, with a Masters of Psychology. She specializes in helping couples working through full disclosure, betrayal and addiction of all kinds. She also works with clients that are struggling with anxiety, addictive behaviors, depression, PTSD, emotional abuse, mental abuse and trauma of various kinds. Her passion is to provide a safe space for her clients and to walk hand-in-hand with them, guiding them through the healing process.
Joleena is a Certified Clinical Trauma and Addiction Specialist, a former Certified Sex Addiction Therapist Candidate, a Certified Functional Medicine and Trauma Specialist, a Betrayal Trauma Coach, with a Masters of Psychology. She specializes in helping couples working through full disclosure, betrayal and addiction of all kinds. She also works with clients that are struggling with anxiety, addictive behaviors, depression, PTSD, emotional abuse, mental abuse and trauma of various kinds. Her passion is to provide a safe space for her clients and to walk hand-in-hand with them, guiding them through the healing process.
Do you feel trapped and alone, or find your self engaged in self-defeating behaviors? Are you: Anxious, depressed, betrayed, confused, defeated, frustrated, or lack of self-worth/low self-esteem? My clients learn to break self-defeating thoughts and behaviors by helping them seek the possibilities by working towards acceptance, forgiveness, and compassion. I also provide several different evidenced based interventions. I coach my clients in developing healthy coping skills, incorporating, health, mind, and spiritual perspective enhancing one's ability to reach their full potental.
Do you feel trapped and alone, or find your self engaged in self-defeating behaviors? Are you: Anxious, depressed, betrayed, confused, defeated, frustrated, or lack of self-worth/low self-esteem? My clients learn to break self-defeating thoughts and behaviors by helping them seek the possibilities by working towards acceptance, forgiveness, and compassion. I also provide several different evidenced based interventions. I coach my clients in developing healthy coping skills, incorporating, health, mind, and spiritual perspective enhancing one's ability to reach their full potental.
I am licensed in Alabama, Florida, Arizona and Colorado with 8 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will help you overcome the challenges you face. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started! And I am looking forward to assist you on your journey.
I am licensed in Alabama, Florida, Arizona and Colorado with 8 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will help you overcome the challenges you face. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started! And I am looking forward to assist you on your journey.
Do you struggle with anxiety, anger, and behaviors that affect your relationships? Do you feel overwhelmed and defeated by the expectations of work and family? Do you wish your relationships could improve? I believe that you can make changes to improve your relationships and your life. I provide individual therapy by telehealth through Rula Behavioral Health.
Do you struggle with anxiety, anger, and behaviors that affect your relationships? Do you feel overwhelmed and defeated by the expectations of work and family? Do you wish your relationships could improve? I believe that you can make changes to improve your relationships and your life. I provide individual therapy by telehealth through Rula Behavioral Health.
Hi All! I am a passionate and empathetic licensed therapist with over 10 years of counseling experience for children, teenagers, adults and families. Being open and vulnerable is a huge step into your healing journey and I love being a guide to help.I help my clients with a variety of challenges such as generalized anxiety, OCD, social anxiety, depression, self-injurious behaviors, gender identity, trauma, anger, self- esteem, grief & loss, life stressors, family and relationship issues including family of origin/generational trauma issues, life changes, pre/post partum mental health issues and eating disorders. I am a LGBTQIA ally.
Hi All! I am a passionate and empathetic licensed therapist with over 10 years of counseling experience for children, teenagers, adults and families. Being open and vulnerable is a huge step into your healing journey and I love being a guide to help.I help my clients with a variety of challenges such as generalized anxiety, OCD, social anxiety, depression, self-injurious behaviors, gender identity, trauma, anger, self- esteem, grief & loss, life stressors, family and relationship issues including family of origin/generational trauma issues, life changes, pre/post partum mental health issues and eating disorders. I am a LGBTQIA ally.
Starting counseling can feel like a daunting task, especially when you're used to "just handling it" on your own. Whether you're navigating the weight of men’s issues, constant anxiety, or the overwhelming grind of daily stress, my goal is to meet you exactly where you are. I’m here to help you break the stigma around mental health and prioritize yourself. Together, we can turn that initial struggle into a path toward clarity and resilience in a space where you feel heard and supported.
Starting counseling can feel like a daunting task, especially when you're used to "just handling it" on your own. Whether you're navigating the weight of men’s issues, constant anxiety, or the overwhelming grind of daily stress, my goal is to meet you exactly where you are. I’m here to help you break the stigma around mental health and prioritize yourself. Together, we can turn that initial struggle into a path toward clarity and resilience in a space where you feel heard and supported.
I specialize in faith-integrated, confidential counseling for individuals and families connected to ministry or faith communities, both for those who serve and for the families who faithfully walk beside them, as they seek healing, clarity, and renewed strength. You carry the weight of ministry, always giving, rarely knowing how to receive. If you’re exhausted, spiritually dry, or silently struggling, I’m here for you.
I specialize in faith-integrated, confidential counseling for individuals and families connected to ministry or faith communities, both for those who serve and for the families who faithfully walk beside them, as they seek healing, clarity, and renewed strength. You carry the weight of ministry, always giving, rarely knowing how to receive. If you’re exhausted, spiritually dry, or silently struggling, I’m here for you.
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Men's Issues Therapists
Is therapy for men different than it is for women?
Therapeutic treatments and types are the same for men as they are for women, with the same protocols followed and the same strategies employed. Discussing one’s feelings and emotions is an integral part of most therapies, and some men find doing so more challenging. Therapists can help clients through the process; some specialize in treating men for this reason.
How do you encourage a man to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express your concern and love for the person while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Offering specific examples of how an individual’s behavior affected either himself or others should be done with compassion and with empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.
How can men prepare for therapy?
Men can prepare for therapy by approaching the process with an open mind, being willing to talk about their challenges, and giving treatment the time to work. Before a session, an individual may want to reflect on how they’ve felt since the last session and what’s happened in their lives. It can be useful for men who struggle to recall their emotional states to write down notes between sessions about their response to a given event or how they were feeling at a particular time.
What should men know about the process of therapy?
One of the most common reasons men don’t seek therapy is the notion that there’s something wrong with them if they do. Men should know that just because they’re seeking therapy doesn’t mean they’re mentally ill or damaged in some way. In the same way people work on their bodies through exercise or a craft through practice, therapy can be a way to improve the mental and emotional skills needed to be productive and effective partners, employees, and people in all realms of life.