Male Therapists in Mission Viejo, CA
My work is solution focused. I work in a Family Systems Orientation to help bring context to what is happening today and a Cognitive Behavioral Orientation to help clients make adjustments in the present. Our past family experiences are important. What we learned in our family is very much related to how we do life today.
My work is solution focused. I work in a Family Systems Orientation to help bring context to what is happening today and a Cognitive Behavioral Orientation to help clients make adjustments in the present. Our past family experiences are important. What we learned in our family is very much related to how we do life today.
I provide specialized individual and family therapy for children, teens, and young adults. Are you struggling with overwhelming emotions, low mood, self-doubt, or high-risk behaviors? Life can feel incredibly heavy when you’re caught in difficult cycles, but change is possible. At DBT Pathways, I help clients develop the practical tools needed to build resilience, manage challenging behaviors, regulate emotions, and improve relationships. Together, we’ll work toward your goals, fostering self-compassion and uncovering inner strengths to create lasting, meaningful change.
I provide specialized individual and family therapy for children, teens, and young adults. Are you struggling with overwhelming emotions, low mood, self-doubt, or high-risk behaviors? Life can feel incredibly heavy when you’re caught in difficult cycles, but change is possible. At DBT Pathways, I help clients develop the practical tools needed to build resilience, manage challenging behaviors, regulate emotions, and improve relationships. Together, we’ll work toward your goals, fostering self-compassion and uncovering inner strengths to create lasting, meaningful change.
As a Christian therapist, I offer a unique blend of psychological and spiritual guidance, helping you navigate life’s challenges from a mental and faith-based perspective. I integrate biblical principles with proven therapeutic techniques to address emotional struggles, mental health concerns, and personal growth while also nurturing your spiritual connection.
As a Christian therapist, I offer a unique blend of psychological and spiritual guidance, helping you navigate life’s challenges from a mental and faith-based perspective. I integrate biblical principles with proven therapeutic techniques to address emotional struggles, mental health concerns, and personal growth while also nurturing your spiritual connection.
Psychological Testing & Evaluations - Dr. Dean
Psychologist, PsyD, QME, Author
Verified Verified
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
I’m Dr. Dean Leav. I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
I’m Dr. Dean Leav. I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
Dr. Barek Sharif
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
For over 14 years, I have worked with men and couples to break their negative patterns and develop more productive ways to navigate the complexities of life and relationships.
It’s easy to feel lost in our personal experiences or relationships, especially when communication breaks down and blame takes over. Whether you are seeking therapy as an individual or couple, the challenges of life can feel overwhelming. Sometimes we can get lost in the experiences of the world, or even the relationships that we associate ourselves with. And in these relationships communication can be difficult and it can even feel like you are speaking completely different languages. Our work hinges on not 'getting back to how things were' but accepting the person you are evolving to be.
For over 14 years, I have worked with men and couples to break their negative patterns and develop more productive ways to navigate the complexities of life and relationships.
It’s easy to feel lost in our personal experiences or relationships, especially when communication breaks down and blame takes over. Whether you are seeking therapy as an individual or couple, the challenges of life can feel overwhelming. Sometimes we can get lost in the experiences of the world, or even the relationships that we associate ourselves with. And in these relationships communication can be difficult and it can even feel like you are speaking completely different languages. Our work hinges on not 'getting back to how things were' but accepting the person you are evolving to be.
My approach is to empower you to cope better to life’s challenges in a way that is innovative and that has lasting results. I use virtual reality as a tool in therapy and am available regardless of the distance-through a secure telemedicine application. My specialty is in treating chronic health problems. In France, I was professor of clinical and health psychology and I directed several research projects on anxiety, mood disorders, addiction and trauma. I have published the findings of my research in nearly 50 articles in scientific journals and authored 5 books. In 2018, I completed a fellowship at the City of Hope Medical Center.
My approach is to empower you to cope better to life’s challenges in a way that is innovative and that has lasting results. I use virtual reality as a tool in therapy and am available regardless of the distance-through a secure telemedicine application. My specialty is in treating chronic health problems. In France, I was professor of clinical and health psychology and I directed several research projects on anxiety, mood disorders, addiction and trauma. I have published the findings of my research in nearly 50 articles in scientific journals and authored 5 books. In 2018, I completed a fellowship at the City of Hope Medical Center.
If you’re looking for quality Private Counseling sessions with providers who care, then you’ve come to the right place. At our group practice, Bellator Psychological and Consultants Corporation, we guide our patients every step of the way and implement methods to help them develop new attitudes towards all of life’s most complex matters. Clearing away obstacles and dysfunction can occur faster than expected and allow us to engage life with a clear mind, a healthy view, and joy.
If you’re looking for quality Private Counseling sessions with providers who care, then you’ve come to the right place. At our group practice, Bellator Psychological and Consultants Corporation, we guide our patients every step of the way and implement methods to help them develop new attitudes towards all of life’s most complex matters. Clearing away obstacles and dysfunction can occur faster than expected and allow us to engage life with a clear mind, a healthy view, and joy.
As well as young men, women, & adolescents in various stages of life struggles.
As a Pastoral Counselor, I LOVE helping people! My goal is to support you in your relationships and life struggles, help you overcome tough challenges and manage stress. I'll provide tools and caring support to help you embrace the true joy and peace you desire in your personal life, marriage, family, career or schooling. My approach is genuine & practical.
As well as young men, women, & adolescents in various stages of life struggles.
As a Pastoral Counselor, I LOVE helping people! My goal is to support you in your relationships and life struggles, help you overcome tough challenges and manage stress. I'll provide tools and caring support to help you embrace the true joy and peace you desire in your personal life, marriage, family, career or schooling. My approach is genuine & practical.
Are you grieving the loss of a loved one, a relationship, or a job? Are you feeling depressed, anxious, or are you lacking motivation? Are you experiencing challenges in your current relationships? Do current or past traumas make it difficult to manage daily life? If you are seeking healing, healthy and loving relationships, freedom from current and past traumas, and greater peace and joy, I would love to work with you. I have 20 years of experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and age groups.
Are you grieving the loss of a loved one, a relationship, or a job? Are you feeling depressed, anxious, or are you lacking motivation? Are you experiencing challenges in your current relationships? Do current or past traumas make it difficult to manage daily life? If you are seeking healing, healthy and loving relationships, freedom from current and past traumas, and greater peace and joy, I would love to work with you. I have 20 years of experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and age groups.
Michael J. Kuhle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
All meaningful lives involve pain, there is no escaping this. Even if we cannot avoid pain, we can learn to rise above it and still create a life worth living. Life will never be unbearable due to circumstances, but only from a lack of purpose and meaning. My job is to help you look at your situation differently, and to develop a committed action plan to make the positive changes you have been wanting to. Like the Serenity Prayer says, we need to accept the things we cannot change, and have courage to change what we can, starting with ourselves.
All meaningful lives involve pain, there is no escaping this. Even if we cannot avoid pain, we can learn to rise above it and still create a life worth living. Life will never be unbearable due to circumstances, but only from a lack of purpose and meaning. My job is to help you look at your situation differently, and to develop a committed action plan to make the positive changes you have been wanting to. Like the Serenity Prayer says, we need to accept the things we cannot change, and have courage to change what we can, starting with ourselves.
Joseph Robling
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Mission Viejo, CA 92692
I foster a compassionate and empathetic atmosphere, ensuring clients feel secure as we explore their concerns. Utilizing a client-centered approach, I collaborate with clients toward solutions. I believe in building a strong therapeutic alliance and tailoring my approach to meet clients’ unique needs.
I foster a compassionate and empathetic atmosphere, ensuring clients feel secure as we explore their concerns. Utilizing a client-centered approach, I collaborate with clients toward solutions. I believe in building a strong therapeutic alliance and tailoring my approach to meet clients’ unique needs.
Meet Our Male Therapists
Anxiety, panic, fear, and OCD have answers. You can take control. As the director of the OC Anxiety Center, we use empirically supported treatments (CBT and ACT), tailored to each individual. Through the use of virtual therapy and in-person exposure therapy, we provide my patients with over 25 years of experience, specializing in OCD, Anxiety, and related disorders. Our patients average a 15-week treatment, with the option of 6 to 8-day intensive formats. Our focus is to do a proper assessment to understand the issues and help my patients to set goals, achieve them, and move on in life as quickly as possible.
Anxiety, panic, fear, and OCD have answers. You can take control. As the director of the OC Anxiety Center, we use empirically supported treatments (CBT and ACT), tailored to each individual. Through the use of virtual therapy and in-person exposure therapy, we provide my patients with over 25 years of experience, specializing in OCD, Anxiety, and related disorders. Our patients average a 15-week treatment, with the option of 6 to 8-day intensive formats. Our focus is to do a proper assessment to understand the issues and help my patients to set goals, achieve them, and move on in life as quickly as possible.
I understand why reaching out for counseling help might be difficult because of feelings of guilt, shame or failure. To ask for help requires a certain level of humility, and we all have a struggle with our pride. But I have yet to talk to someone who regretted making the effort. I am blessed to point the way toward Christ-centered thinking. Christian counseling based on God's Word helps couples and individuals see their struggles in light of God's desires and expectations. As a biblical counselor, I feel called to gently guide my clients toward the truth of Scripture and the application of those truths to their lives.
I understand why reaching out for counseling help might be difficult because of feelings of guilt, shame or failure. To ask for help requires a certain level of humility, and we all have a struggle with our pride. But I have yet to talk to someone who regretted making the effort. I am blessed to point the way toward Christ-centered thinking. Christian counseling based on God's Word helps couples and individuals see their struggles in light of God's desires and expectations. As a biblical counselor, I feel called to gently guide my clients toward the truth of Scripture and the application of those truths to their lives.
Timothy Nathan Anderson
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
When people seek therapy, they are usually looking for a safe space where their struggles and heard and understood without judgement. They want a compassionate listener who can validate their personal experiences, offer support, and guide them collaboratively through challenging times. Are you looking for someone who not only comprehends your emotional turmoil but also provides practical tools to navigate life's complexities? Looking for a therapeutic experience where you can uncover deeper insights, cultivate resilience, and ultimately, empower yourself to create positive changes in your lives?
When people seek therapy, they are usually looking for a safe space where their struggles and heard and understood without judgement. They want a compassionate listener who can validate their personal experiences, offer support, and guide them collaboratively through challenging times. Are you looking for someone who not only comprehends your emotional turmoil but also provides practical tools to navigate life's complexities? Looking for a therapeutic experience where you can uncover deeper insights, cultivate resilience, and ultimately, empower yourself to create positive changes in your lives?
Dr. Evan Fewsmith
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
I work with Depression/Anxiety, Adult Survivors of Childhood Abuse, Trauma, Men's Issues, Marriage and Family issues, Self-Esteem, Life Transitions, other issues as well.
I know how hard it is to look for the right therapist. Before you make a appointment, it is my sincere attempt here to explain who I am and how I work. I provide individual sessions based on a foundation of trust, genuineness and respect. I work with clients by educating them, processing thoughts and feelings, exploring options, and directing new ways to interact. I believe everyone has the ability to grow if given an opportunity to be coached and supported by a trusted therapist. I possess a large repertoire of psychological interventions and tools to draw from. I work differently and individually with each and every client.
I work with Depression/Anxiety, Adult Survivors of Childhood Abuse, Trauma, Men's Issues, Marriage and Family issues, Self-Esteem, Life Transitions, other issues as well.
I know how hard it is to look for the right therapist. Before you make a appointment, it is my sincere attempt here to explain who I am and how I work. I provide individual sessions based on a foundation of trust, genuineness and respect. I work with clients by educating them, processing thoughts and feelings, exploring options, and directing new ways to interact. I believe everyone has the ability to grow if given an opportunity to be coached and supported by a trusted therapist. I possess a large repertoire of psychological interventions and tools to draw from. I work differently and individually with each and every client.
I grew up in the era when people rarely saw a counselor. Fortunately times have changed. I would say many are still uncomfortable to do so. I assure you that I would be honored to hear your story. I am a listener who values your trust. Opening up is sacred ground. I have been counseling since 2009. Most of my clients were adult guys and couples. I use a client centered model. I've had pastoral experience and can work in biblical principles, if desired. I look forward to working with you.
I grew up in the era when people rarely saw a counselor. Fortunately times have changed. I would say many are still uncomfortable to do so. I assure you that I would be honored to hear your story. I am a listener who values your trust. Opening up is sacred ground. I have been counseling since 2009. Most of my clients were adult guys and couples. I use a client centered model. I've had pastoral experience and can work in biblical principles, if desired. I look forward to working with you.
Your relationship has lost it’s way. You feel Frustrated. Disconnected. Hopeless. You’ve tried to talk things over but the discussions can ramp up from a conversation to a disagreement in a heartbeat. You used to be so close that you couldn’t imagine being apart. You wonder if you can get that feeling back. You try to manage disagreements by avoiding issues rather than arguing. But that just leads to more disconnection. It’s discouraging.
Your relationship has lost it’s way. You feel Frustrated. Disconnected. Hopeless. You’ve tried to talk things over but the discussions can ramp up from a conversation to a disagreement in a heartbeat. You used to be so close that you couldn’t imagine being apart. You wonder if you can get that feeling back. You try to manage disagreements by avoiding issues rather than arguing. But that just leads to more disconnection. It’s discouraging.
I specialize in working with adolescents and adults who are struggling with depression. My approach focuses on exploring the belief systems and behavioral patterns that contribute to emotional pain, helping individuals develop deeper self-awareness and move toward lasting change. In our first few sessions, we’ll work together to create a personalized treatment plan that reflects your unique experiences and goals.
I specialize in working with adolescents and adults who are struggling with depression. My approach focuses on exploring the belief systems and behavioral patterns that contribute to emotional pain, helping individuals develop deeper self-awareness and move toward lasting change. In our first few sessions, we’ll work together to create a personalized treatment plan that reflects your unique experiences and goals.
I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, or addiction who are seeking a compassionate and understanding space to address their challenges. Many of the people I support face cultural or military-related concerns, severe mental health conditions, or difficulties with social skills. They strive to manage symptoms, enhance emotional regulation, improve interpersonal effectiveness, and achieve a sense of overall well-being. These individuals are motivated to engage in therapy, open to evidence-based approaches like CBT, DBT, and EMDR, and committed to creating positive changes in their lives.
I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, or addiction who are seeking a compassionate and understanding space to address their challenges. Many of the people I support face cultural or military-related concerns, severe mental health conditions, or difficulties with social skills. They strive to manage symptoms, enhance emotional regulation, improve interpersonal effectiveness, and achieve a sense of overall well-being. These individuals are motivated to engage in therapy, open to evidence-based approaches like CBT, DBT, and EMDR, and committed to creating positive changes in their lives.
I work primarily with men who have hit “rock bottom” and would like help getting up.
My goal for each man I work with is to provide hope and support while facilitating the recovery process. This usually requires us to dig deep and figure out why we engage in destructive behaviors. It also requires us to develop a treatment plan that specifically targets the maladaptive behaviors and reduces the chance of relapse.
I work primarily with men who have hit “rock bottom” and would like help getting up.
My goal for each man I work with is to provide hope and support while facilitating the recovery process. This usually requires us to dig deep and figure out why we engage in destructive behaviors. It also requires us to develop a treatment plan that specifically targets the maladaptive behaviors and reduces the chance of relapse.
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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.