Male Therapists in Newport Beach, CA

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Jay Slosar
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Newport Beach, CA 92660
Get online or in-person access to Dr. JR Slosar, a clinical psychologist with over 30 years clinical experience. Dr. Slosar provides individuals, families, and organizations with access to direct clinical and consultative services. Dr. Slosar has provided clinical/forensic evaluations of teens in juvenile hall through Public Defender referrals. He has consulted and worked with school officials on IEP teams/difficult cases.
Get online or in-person access to Dr. JR Slosar, a clinical psychologist with over 30 years clinical experience. Dr. Slosar provides individuals, families, and organizations with access to direct clinical and consultative services. Dr. Slosar has provided clinical/forensic evaluations of teens in juvenile hall through Public Defender referrals. He has consulted and worked with school officials on IEP teams/difficult cases.
(949) 257-2965 View (949) 257-2965
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Martin A Perez
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Newport Beach, CA 92660
If you are seeking my services because you or a loved is dealing with a challenging medical diagnosis psychological consultation can be an important and effective addition to a medical treatment plan. I approach each case from a cognitive-behavioral framework and I am goal-oriented in my approach to your therapy. You will find I am empathic, sensitive to your needs and genuinely concerned with your outcome. My aim is to provide you with the highest quality scientifically-driven psychological care. I am ready to listen, and give you the tools you need to deal with the challenges ahead.
If you are seeking my services because you or a loved is dealing with a challenging medical diagnosis psychological consultation can be an important and effective addition to a medical treatment plan. I approach each case from a cognitive-behavioral framework and I am goal-oriented in my approach to your therapy. You will find I am empathic, sensitive to your needs and genuinely concerned with your outcome. My aim is to provide you with the highest quality scientifically-driven psychological care. I am ready to listen, and give you the tools you need to deal with the challenges ahead.
(949) 407-5457 View (949) 407-5457
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Kevin Cram
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newport Beach, CA 92660
So often we have a deep feeling that we're not enough and we expend so much energy trying to hide this fear from others. It makes us feel anxious and depressed. We might even start to isolate ourselves and our personal relationship begin to suffer and become less satisfying. We all have ways that we try to get out of it or have tried to "fix" it in the past...but they don't work or at least not for very long.
So often we have a deep feeling that we're not enough and we expend so much energy trying to hide this fear from others. It makes us feel anxious and depressed. We might even start to isolate ourselves and our personal relationship begin to suffer and become less satisfying. We all have ways that we try to get out of it or have tried to "fix" it in the past...but they don't work or at least not for very long.
(657) 425-0667 View (657) 425-0667
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Matt Seastrom, Coaching, Counseling, and Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Newport Beach, CA 92660
As a man, admitting we need help when we are challenged is not easy.
Struggling to get a foothold on life, found a job but are still not satisfied with your situation, trouble managing relationships… As a man, I have gone through similar challenges, so I understand where you may be. I offer hope and insight as you navigate the men's issues you’re facing. We can work through anything and create a better overall you, and the life you are after. Maybe you are skeptical about coaching, I encourage you to give me a call.
As a man, admitting we need help when we are challenged is not easy.
Struggling to get a foothold on life, found a job but are still not satisfied with your situation, trouble managing relationships… As a man, I have gone through similar challenges, so I understand where you may be. I offer hope and insight as you navigate the men's issues you’re facing. We can work through anything and create a better overall you, and the life you are after. Maybe you are skeptical about coaching, I encourage you to give me a call.
(949) 989-5568 View (949) 989-5568
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Hong Jeong
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
Newport Beach, CA 92660
We all go through emotional storms where we feel emotionally and physically stuck; we worry too much and lose control of ourselves. Do you find yourself thrown off balance by your childhood trauma? Childhood traumatic experiences such as abandonment, abuse, and neglect lead to social anxiety. My approach is solution-focused and tailored to your needs and goals. I am committed to providing a profound sense of safety and offering compassionate and actionable guidance to all my clients.
We all go through emotional storms where we feel emotionally and physically stuck; we worry too much and lose control of ourselves. Do you find yourself thrown off balance by your childhood trauma? Childhood traumatic experiences such as abandonment, abuse, and neglect lead to social anxiety. My approach is solution-focused and tailored to your needs and goals. I am committed to providing a profound sense of safety and offering compassionate and actionable guidance to all my clients.
(949) 989-4961 View (949) 989-4961
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Edward Margines
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Newport Beach, CA 92660
The best indicator of whether a person is ready to come to therapy is themselves. When anxiety, depression, trauma or any other kind of psychological distress become central in a person's life-- these things interfere with the things we want to achieve and the happiness we want to experience.
The best indicator of whether a person is ready to come to therapy is themselves. When anxiety, depression, trauma or any other kind of psychological distress become central in a person's life-- these things interfere with the things we want to achieve and the happiness we want to experience.
(657) 208-2026 View (657) 208-2026
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David James Gutman
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Newport Beach, CA 92660
Everyone has a story they want to tell. Some people just find themselves missing the tools to tell it effectively. Others simply want to revise their story to help them reach new heights. My aim is to help people better understand the themes and parts of their story that have been leading to problems in their lives, while highlighting and focusing on the themes that have led to positivity and success. I do therapy through a Humanistic, narrative lens, helping those under my care with video game addiction, anxiety, depression, and trauma as well as interpersonal issues.
Everyone has a story they want to tell. Some people just find themselves missing the tools to tell it effectively. Others simply want to revise their story to help them reach new heights. My aim is to help people better understand the themes and parts of their story that have been leading to problems in their lives, while highlighting and focusing on the themes that have led to positivity and success. I do therapy through a Humanistic, narrative lens, helping those under my care with video game addiction, anxiety, depression, and trauma as well as interpersonal issues.
(949) 506-4160 View (949) 506-4160
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Ralph Gunther Kuechle
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newport Beach, CA 92660
Family in crisis? Everyone in the family is impacted by the stressful environment when children refuse to follow directions and develop behaviors such as verbal aggression (disrespectful communication, degrading comments, verbally threaten others), emotional outbursts (yelling, temper tantrums), physical aggression toward self (i.e., cutting and/or burning self) or others (pushing and/or hitting others, destroying property), suicidal ideation (threat to self) and/or homicidal ideation (threat to others), and/or running away (AWOL). As a result of feelings of sadness and anger, children and parents often engage in power struggles.
Family in crisis? Everyone in the family is impacted by the stressful environment when children refuse to follow directions and develop behaviors such as verbal aggression (disrespectful communication, degrading comments, verbally threaten others), emotional outbursts (yelling, temper tantrums), physical aggression toward self (i.e., cutting and/or burning self) or others (pushing and/or hitting others, destroying property), suicidal ideation (threat to self) and/or homicidal ideation (threat to others), and/or running away (AWOL). As a result of feelings of sadness and anger, children and parents often engage in power struggles.
(657) 232-4751 View (657) 232-4751
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James Swaniger
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Newport Beach, CA 92660
Women learn how to get men to listen, so that they feel heard.
I am Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a private practice in Newport Beach CA and a graduate of Pepperdine University. My primary treatment approach is psychodynamic psychotherapy, which is designed to help clients understand how their unconscious thoughts and feelings affect how they act, react, think, feel and relate. Ideal clients are adult individuals who are committed to doing the emotionally challenging work of psychotherapy.
Women learn how to get men to listen, so that they feel heard.
I am Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a private practice in Newport Beach CA and a graduate of Pepperdine University. My primary treatment approach is psychodynamic psychotherapy, which is designed to help clients understand how their unconscious thoughts and feelings affect how they act, react, think, feel and relate. Ideal clients are adult individuals who are committed to doing the emotionally challenging work of psychotherapy.
(714) 794-5819 View (714) 794-5819
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Wiley Johnson
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Newport Beach, CA 92660
I help individuals and couples improve the quality of their lives. I have been in private practice for over 30 years developing my craft. Sadly many people live far below their potential to experience love and happiness. The understanding that conditioning and unconscious training determine your perceptions and emotional reactions is the first step in the creation of new skills and emotional balance. My approach is a unique combination of cognitive restructuring and emotional integration leading to an improved awareness of possibilities both individually and in relationship. The ability to love and be loved is fundamental to a good life.
I help individuals and couples improve the quality of their lives. I have been in private practice for over 30 years developing my craft. Sadly many people live far below their potential to experience love and happiness. The understanding that conditioning and unconscious training determine your perceptions and emotional reactions is the first step in the creation of new skills and emotional balance. My approach is a unique combination of cognitive restructuring and emotional integration leading to an improved awareness of possibilities both individually and in relationship. The ability to love and be loved is fundamental to a good life.
(949) 354-3984 View (949) 354-3984
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Steven M Harris
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newport Beach, CA 92660
Hello, my name is Dr. Steve Harris. I will work compassionately with you to try to help you find your way towards having more fulfilling relationships and a satisfying life. I work with a broad variety of people who are trying to get un-stuck from areas of their lives that have become counterproductive ways of coping. People frequently arrive at my office after trying out many good ideas, but have found that these changes did not reach something deeper inside that seems to get in the way.
Hello, my name is Dr. Steve Harris. I will work compassionately with you to try to help you find your way towards having more fulfilling relationships and a satisfying life. I work with a broad variety of people who are trying to get un-stuck from areas of their lives that have become counterproductive ways of coping. People frequently arrive at my office after trying out many good ideas, but have found that these changes did not reach something deeper inside that seems to get in the way.
(949) 229-4813 View (949) 229-4813
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Richard Morhaime
Psychologist, PsyD, A-CBT
Verified Verified
Newport Beach, CA 92660  (Online Only)
I am a certified CBT therapist with over 20 years of experience as a licensed psychologist. If you're struggling with significant anxiety or painful sadness and are finding it hard to move forward with the things that are important to you, I can help. We'll work together to better understand your unique situation and develop a plan to enable you to cope more effectively with what you're going through. You'll learn tools to better manage your difficult emotions so that they're no longer getting in your way. I know how overwhelming severe anxiety can feel, and I’m here to serve as your guide for navigating through this rough terrain.
I am a certified CBT therapist with over 20 years of experience as a licensed psychologist. If you're struggling with significant anxiety or painful sadness and are finding it hard to move forward with the things that are important to you, I can help. We'll work together to better understand your unique situation and develop a plan to enable you to cope more effectively with what you're going through. You'll learn tools to better manage your difficult emotions so that they're no longer getting in your way. I know how overwhelming severe anxiety can feel, and I’m here to serve as your guide for navigating through this rough terrain.
(949) 996-9877 View (949) 996-9877
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Jeremy Harvey
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Newport Beach, CA 92660
A main focus of my therapy is joining clients in what they are going through. Therapeutic workbooks are great, but there is a big difference between opening up to a workbook versus opening up to a human being. When we open up to another person we make ourselves vulnerable. That is when true growth begins. I set out to try and help people deal with the core issues, as well as enhance their core strengths. When there is recovery in the core, the symptoms can be dealt with. Our problematic situations and behaviors are but a symptom. Website: jeremyharveymft.com
A main focus of my therapy is joining clients in what they are going through. Therapeutic workbooks are great, but there is a big difference between opening up to a workbook versus opening up to a human being. When we open up to another person we make ourselves vulnerable. That is when true growth begins. I set out to try and help people deal with the core issues, as well as enhance their core strengths. When there is recovery in the core, the symptoms can be dealt with. Our problematic situations and behaviors are but a symptom. Website: jeremyharveymft.com
(949) 991-5404 View (949) 991-5404
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Samuel Dambrocia
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Newport Beach, CA 92660
How do you ask for help when you don't feel worthy? It's an all too common dilemma for a person attempting to work through an eating disorder. Do you feel that no matter what you do, that you're still "not enough"? Do you watch yourself go through your day in an attempt to "not make waves" so that you can please others and avoid being judged by them only to end up negatively judging yourself? Going it alone isn't easy. When life is hard, it's nice to have a friendly face to turn to. Here, you'll have a safe place to leave your guarded secrets and relieve yourself of that burden.
How do you ask for help when you don't feel worthy? It's an all too common dilemma for a person attempting to work through an eating disorder. Do you feel that no matter what you do, that you're still "not enough"? Do you watch yourself go through your day in an attempt to "not make waves" so that you can please others and avoid being judged by them only to end up negatively judging yourself? Going it alone isn't easy. When life is hard, it's nice to have a friendly face to turn to. Here, you'll have a safe place to leave your guarded secrets and relieve yourself of that burden.
(949) 216-8602 View (949) 216-8602
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Jason Blakemore
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Newport Beach, CA 92660
Hi, I'm glad you found me. I fuse Zen and Mindfullness techniques with core childhood work to create a unique, powerful healing approach. I understand what it is like to be saddened, anxious, or confused by life's experiences. We can't change our pasts, but we can change our beliefs and feelings about what our pasts meant. I use a unique approach of “explore, process, heal, challenge, reframe,” to work closely with my patients to help them develop awareness of new possibilities to redefine their history. I can help you move out of pain, depression, or anxiety, and create a new healthier and happier life.
Hi, I'm glad you found me. I fuse Zen and Mindfullness techniques with core childhood work to create a unique, powerful healing approach. I understand what it is like to be saddened, anxious, or confused by life's experiences. We can't change our pasts, but we can change our beliefs and feelings about what our pasts meant. I use a unique approach of “explore, process, heal, challenge, reframe,” to work closely with my patients to help them develop awareness of new possibilities to redefine their history. I can help you move out of pain, depression, or anxiety, and create a new healthier and happier life.
(949) 264-0478 View (949) 264-0478
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Addiction Interventions
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SUDP, CIP
Verified Verified
Newport Beach, CA 92660
We are dedicated to aiding individuals grappling with substance abuse and mental health concerns, our ideal client is someone who may or may not embody a courageous spirit or a willingness to embark on a transformative journey towards healing. They may be struggling with addiction to alcohol, drugs, or both, compounded by underlying mental health disorders such as depression, anxiety, or trauma. After working with our professionals, the identified person will recognizes the detrimental impact these issues have had on their life, relationships, and overall well-being, and they will yearn for a way out of the cycle of despair.
We are dedicated to aiding individuals grappling with substance abuse and mental health concerns, our ideal client is someone who may or may not embody a courageous spirit or a willingness to embark on a transformative journey towards healing. They may be struggling with addiction to alcohol, drugs, or both, compounded by underlying mental health disorders such as depression, anxiety, or trauma. After working with our professionals, the identified person will recognizes the detrimental impact these issues have had on their life, relationships, and overall well-being, and they will yearn for a way out of the cycle of despair.
(714) 276-8966 View (714) 276-8966
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Tim Tillemans
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Newport Beach, CA 92660
If you are finding yourself feeling disconnected from the people in your life, caught in the cycle of addiction, or overwhelmed by anxiety, you’re not alone. Maybe you’re navigating the fallout of a relationship or struggling to adapt to a new stage of life. It might feel like you’ve lost touch with who you are - consumed by work and endless to-do-lists - or trying to meet the needs of others while neglecting your own. Perhaps your partner has suggested you seek help, or you’ve hit a point where you’re simply tired of feeling this way.
If you are finding yourself feeling disconnected from the people in your life, caught in the cycle of addiction, or overwhelmed by anxiety, you’re not alone. Maybe you’re navigating the fallout of a relationship or struggling to adapt to a new stage of life. It might feel like you’ve lost touch with who you are - consumed by work and endless to-do-lists - or trying to meet the needs of others while neglecting your own. Perhaps your partner has suggested you seek help, or you’ve hit a point where you’re simply tired of feeling this way.
(949) 806-4375 View (949) 806-4375
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Erick Godel
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Newport Beach, CA 92660
I believe that the key to finding inner strength and balance is within all of us. I specialize in empowering people who suffer from addiction, substance abuse, and mood disorders (anxiety, depression, anger) to take control of their lives. Substance abuse and addiction is a disease that effects the entire family, therefore family counseling and co-dependence therapy is a very important part of my treatment.
I believe that the key to finding inner strength and balance is within all of us. I specialize in empowering people who suffer from addiction, substance abuse, and mood disorders (anxiety, depression, anger) to take control of their lives. Substance abuse and addiction is a disease that effects the entire family, therefore family counseling and co-dependence therapy is a very important part of my treatment.
(714) 489-5991 View (714) 489-5991
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Dr. Aidin Tajbakhsh
Psychologist, PhD, BCB, BCN
Verified Verified
Newport Beach, CA 92660
Dr. Tajbakhsh (Dr. T) provides holistic psychotherapy to patients who look for non-pharmaceutical treatment towards recovery, mental wellness, and optimal performance. For almost a decade, Dr. T has served diverse populations, ranging from patients of all ages with mild to severe mental health conditions, young adults with substance use problems, to college students going through life transitions. Currently, Dr. T provides assessment and guidance to adults and youngsters who struggle with depression, anxiety, trauma, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder, autism, chronic pain, personality disorders, and substance abuse.
Dr. Tajbakhsh (Dr. T) provides holistic psychotherapy to patients who look for non-pharmaceutical treatment towards recovery, mental wellness, and optimal performance. For almost a decade, Dr. T has served diverse populations, ranging from patients of all ages with mild to severe mental health conditions, young adults with substance use problems, to college students going through life transitions. Currently, Dr. T provides assessment and guidance to adults and youngsters who struggle with depression, anxiety, trauma, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder, autism, chronic pain, personality disorders, and substance abuse.
(949) 353-5987 View (949) 353-5987
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Jack N Hayden
Marriage & Family Therapist, MBA, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newport Beach, CA 92660
Oftentimes people face issues which feel so overwhelming and whose consequences seem so far-reaching that the individual may not be able to access the internal strength to solve the problem on their own. In a sense, they may become trapped in what is known and familiar. A person may come to the conclusion that they are worthless, or that there is no hope, or become mired in a feeling of uselessness. These thoughts may come from familial, social or cultural experiences and can cause people to live a life where they feel out of place or unable to achieve to their fullest potential.
Oftentimes people face issues which feel so overwhelming and whose consequences seem so far-reaching that the individual may not be able to access the internal strength to solve the problem on their own. In a sense, they may become trapped in what is known and familiar. A person may come to the conclusion that they are worthless, or that there is no hope, or become mired in a feeling of uselessness. These thoughts may come from familial, social or cultural experiences and can cause people to live a life where they feel out of place or unable to achieve to their fullest potential.
(714) 342-5295 View (714) 342-5295
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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. Prospective clients should also ask what the expectation is for treatment, and what the fee structure is, and whether and which insurance plans are accepted.

Can clients benefit from having a therapist of the same gender?

Therapy is not gender-specific, but some men as well as women feel more comfortable opening up about their experiences and history with a male therapist. An individual may feel that they have to explain less background information and be on the same page more quickly, particularly when discussing gender-specific challenges, in the case of male clients. Some women have prior negative experiences with women that predispose them to prefer working with a male in therapy. That said, a good clinician can transcend most if not all gender concerns. Ultimately, the most important factor in therapy is the connection and trust the client is able to build with the practitioner.

Would a male therapist have specific training in treating men?

Generally, no. There are no certifications for treating men specifically, but there are continuing education classes that therapists may take that focus on treating men as a group. There are many therapists who focus on men and male issues in their treatment and therefore have experience and expertise in this domain.