Male Therapists in Dimond District, Oakland, CA

Gerald B. Chambers
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dimond District, Oakland, CA 94602
Relationships are as important to us as food and water. They can strengthen us, like a vitamin, or weaken us, like the flu. You are only as good in relationships as the relationships you have been in. As your therapist I can assist you in many ways. I can help you learn more about yourself, increase both self-compassion and compassion for others, and heal past trauma. Together, we can explore how to feel more connected to yourself, your values, and people you care about.
Relationships are as important to us as food and water. They can strengthen us, like a vitamin, or weaken us, like the flu. You are only as good in relationships as the relationships you have been in. As your therapist I can assist you in many ways. I can help you learn more about yourself, increase both self-compassion and compassion for others, and heal past trauma. Together, we can explore how to feel more connected to yourself, your values, and people you care about.

Craig Metz | Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Dimond District, Oakland, CA 94602
I help people to live the life they dream of living.
I help people to live the life they dream of living.

Hi there, I'm Manoj Kumar! I am a licensed marriage and family therapist who works with adults and young adults on a range of issues including anxiety, depression, cultural stress, relationship issues, trauma, and PTSD. I employ techniques from CBT, DBT, Mindfulness, Psychodynamic therapy, Existential therapy, and Solution-focused therapy modalities. I help my clients overcome their stress and anxiety so they can be more productive and enjoy their life. I believe that evidence-based therapeutic practices are very useful in dealing with symptoms of mental illnesses which cause stress and discomfort.
Hi there, I'm Manoj Kumar! I am a licensed marriage and family therapist who works with adults and young adults on a range of issues including anxiety, depression, cultural stress, relationship issues, trauma, and PTSD. I employ techniques from CBT, DBT, Mindfulness, Psychodynamic therapy, Existential therapy, and Solution-focused therapy modalities. I help my clients overcome their stress and anxiety so they can be more productive and enjoy their life. I believe that evidence-based therapeutic practices are very useful in dealing with symptoms of mental illnesses which cause stress and discomfort.

Jungian Analyst Steven Herrmann, Ph.D., MFT, Montclair, Oakland, California. Are you looking to find ways to make changes in order to live a more satisfying and meaningful life? Are you finding yourself in repetitive patterns that are no longer working for you? Then I may be of assistance to you. I bring an in-depth approach that builds on your strengths and aims to untangle the roots to what is causing problems. This may lead to a reduction in painful symptoms, an opening of vocational possibilities, a newly found sense of joy, and to the transformation of your personality. Please feel free to visit my website at stevenherrmann.com
Jungian Analyst Steven Herrmann, Ph.D., MFT, Montclair, Oakland, California. Are you looking to find ways to make changes in order to live a more satisfying and meaningful life? Are you finding yourself in repetitive patterns that are no longer working for you? Then I may be of assistance to you. I bring an in-depth approach that builds on your strengths and aims to untangle the roots to what is causing problems. This may lead to a reduction in painful symptoms, an opening of vocational possibilities, a newly found sense of joy, and to the transformation of your personality. Please feel free to visit my website at stevenherrmann.com

I am a therapist with over 10 years of experience using clinical skills. I specialize in helping people understand emotional and behavioral patterns and how they may impact relationships. I use a Solution-Focused, insight-oriented perspective, balanced with empathy. We all need a safe space to explore challenges and change thinking patterns. Talking through problems with a trained professional brings clarity and solutions. Together, we can evaluate options, discover solutions, and build confidence. With compassion and encouragement, I’ll help guide you toward freedom from worries.
I am a therapist with over 10 years of experience using clinical skills. I specialize in helping people understand emotional and behavioral patterns and how they may impact relationships. I use a Solution-Focused, insight-oriented perspective, balanced with empathy. We all need a safe space to explore challenges and change thinking patterns. Talking through problems with a trained professional brings clarity and solutions. Together, we can evaluate options, discover solutions, and build confidence. With compassion and encouragement, I’ll help guide you toward freedom from worries.

As parents, when our children struggle, we struggle. And, it can be difficult to know what to do. I work with children 4 to 12 years old who are struggling with anxiety, emotional regulation, behavioral issues at home and school, trauma, loss, and family transitions.
As parents, when our children struggle, we struggle. And, it can be difficult to know what to do. I work with children 4 to 12 years old who are struggling with anxiety, emotional regulation, behavioral issues at home and school, trauma, loss, and family transitions.

People come to therapy for different reasons. Some of my clients have difficulties with personal relationships, some are dealing with stress or anxiety, depression, or grief and loss. Some are dealing with traumatic experience. Our work together will help you identify and remove the obstacles that stand in the way of achieving your goals.
People come to therapy for different reasons. Some of my clients have difficulties with personal relationships, some are dealing with stress or anxiety, depression, or grief and loss. Some are dealing with traumatic experience. Our work together will help you identify and remove the obstacles that stand in the way of achieving your goals.

I offer innovative solutions for complex challenges. Maybe people are using labels that seem chronic and don’t accurately reflect either what you are experiencing or what you’ve been through! Maybe you’ve had experiences in treatment that were not ideal or where you did not feel culturally respected or safe. When there is no simple answer for anxiety, depression, emotional pain, social exclusion, abuse or addictive behavior, maybe it is possible we can find one. I pay attention to things like complex or generational trauma and am prepared to help with things like dissociation, psychosis or hearing voices if that is needed.
I offer innovative solutions for complex challenges. Maybe people are using labels that seem chronic and don’t accurately reflect either what you are experiencing or what you’ve been through! Maybe you’ve had experiences in treatment that were not ideal or where you did not feel culturally respected or safe. When there is no simple answer for anxiety, depression, emotional pain, social exclusion, abuse or addictive behavior, maybe it is possible we can find one. I pay attention to things like complex or generational trauma and am prepared to help with things like dissociation, psychosis or hearing voices if that is needed.

Together we will focus on breaking unhelpful patterns that hinder growth and quality of life. In unity, I will teach you how to cope, regulate and develop healthier ways to manage problems and add more meaning to your life. I enjoy using different evidence-based models and I am aware of the importance of tailoring my treatment modalities to meet the specific needs of each individual.
Together we will focus on breaking unhelpful patterns that hinder growth and quality of life. In unity, I will teach you how to cope, regulate and develop healthier ways to manage problems and add more meaning to your life. I enjoy using different evidence-based models and I am aware of the importance of tailoring my treatment modalities to meet the specific needs of each individual.

As a licensed psychologist, my passion lies in helping individuals navigate life’s challenges and uncover their innate strengths. I provide a compassionate, non-judgmental space where others can feel heard and supported, whether they are making difficult life decisions or processing deep emotional pain. I specialize in Internal Family Systems (IFS) and EMDR while drawing on my extensive training to guide individuals through patterns and coping mechanisms that may no longer serve them. I believe that while these patterns were once adaptive, they often mask the core Self that is capable of profound healing and transformation.
As a licensed psychologist, my passion lies in helping individuals navigate life’s challenges and uncover their innate strengths. I provide a compassionate, non-judgmental space where others can feel heard and supported, whether they are making difficult life decisions or processing deep emotional pain. I specialize in Internal Family Systems (IFS) and EMDR while drawing on my extensive training to guide individuals through patterns and coping mechanisms that may no longer serve them. I believe that while these patterns were once adaptive, they often mask the core Self that is capable of profound healing and transformation.

I bring forth a comprehensive and compassionate approach to psychotherapy. My practice is rooted in embodiment and practicality, aiming to foster profound insights and sustainable growth. Through a collaborative journey marked by playfulness and genuine curiosity, you will embark on a transformative exploration of your inner world. Together, we will uncover the intricacies of your psyche, guiding you towards a deeper connection with your core self and a heightened sense of resilience.
I bring forth a comprehensive and compassionate approach to psychotherapy. My practice is rooted in embodiment and practicality, aiming to foster profound insights and sustainable growth. Through a collaborative journey marked by playfulness and genuine curiosity, you will embark on a transformative exploration of your inner world. Together, we will uncover the intricacies of your psyche, guiding you towards a deeper connection with your core self and a heightened sense of resilience.

I believe effective therapy is based on a good fit between the therapist and client that promotes safety and trust. I approach treatment through a psychodynamic lens to help people understand what brought them to this point. With this knowledge, a person can feel more empowered to make different choices to live the life they have envisioned. I am Jungian-informed, helping people to make sense of their dreams and find meaning in them.
I believe effective therapy is based on a good fit between the therapist and client that promotes safety and trust. I approach treatment through a psychodynamic lens to help people understand what brought them to this point. With this knowledge, a person can feel more empowered to make different choices to live the life they have envisioned. I am Jungian-informed, helping people to make sense of their dreams and find meaning in them.

Have you tried to stop looking at porn but can't? Have secrets sapped the trust and respect from your relationship? Do memories of past hurts intrude into the present? Infidelity, porn, or sex addiction -- and the shame that comes along with it -- can take away our voice. Let's talk and make sure you're heard. I have helped many individuals and couples develop healthy sexuality and rebuild trust. It would be my honor to walk alongside you.
Have you tried to stop looking at porn but can't? Have secrets sapped the trust and respect from your relationship? Do memories of past hurts intrude into the present? Infidelity, porn, or sex addiction -- and the shame that comes along with it -- can take away our voice. Let's talk and make sure you're heard. I have helped many individuals and couples develop healthy sexuality and rebuild trust. It would be my honor to walk alongside you.

I want to help clients better understand the often overwhelming experience of facing mental illness, stress, and unexpected changes that affect their sleep, anxiety levels, and mood. With over 13 years of clinical experience as a therapist, adjunct professor, and supervisor in my field, I help my clients to better understand and navigate their unique circumstances by offering a comfortable, safe, and empathic environment to explore strategies that allow them to regain confidence in their abilities to manage life’s challenges. I look forward to hearing from you.
I want to help clients better understand the often overwhelming experience of facing mental illness, stress, and unexpected changes that affect their sleep, anxiety levels, and mood. With over 13 years of clinical experience as a therapist, adjunct professor, and supervisor in my field, I help my clients to better understand and navigate their unique circumstances by offering a comfortable, safe, and empathic environment to explore strategies that allow them to regain confidence in their abilities to manage life’s challenges. I look forward to hearing from you.

Are you feeling stressed and having trouble managing anxiety? Are you feeling listless or disconnected from life? If so, you've come to the right place. I'm worked with many newbies and veterans to the therapy process to help them build more capacity to be with their emotions so that they can live a more fulfilling life. I've had clients resolve chronic pain syndromes, go from being single to being in a relationship, find greater purpose in their work, become free of depression, and more.
Are you feeling stressed and having trouble managing anxiety? Are you feeling listless or disconnected from life? If so, you've come to the right place. I'm worked with many newbies and veterans to the therapy process to help them build more capacity to be with their emotions so that they can live a more fulfilling life. I've had clients resolve chronic pain syndromes, go from being single to being in a relationship, find greater purpose in their work, become free of depression, and more.

My goal as a therapist is to assist people in achieving fulfillment and empowerment in their lives. Sessions aim to create a genuine, safe, and supportive environment for people to feel comfortable expressing themselves. I utilize a therapeutic approach that promotes a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment. I have specific training in the use of cognitive behavioral therapy interventions which I use with people I work with in resolving their current and future problems.
My goal as a therapist is to assist people in achieving fulfillment and empowerment in their lives. Sessions aim to create a genuine, safe, and supportive environment for people to feel comfortable expressing themselves. I utilize a therapeutic approach that promotes a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment. I have specific training in the use of cognitive behavioral therapy interventions which I use with people I work with in resolving their current and future problems.

I'm glad you are here. This is a big deal. Whether you seek therapy individually or as part of a couple, the way you relate to yourself, your world, and your people are pivotal to understanding your mental health. I'm committed to supporting couples and individuals at all levels of development who seek a supportive environment in their pursuit of growth and healing. Together, we will explore your present and past to discover your strengths, while making space for the pain and distress you are carrying. Together, we will understand your partner and relationships in a new way and rediscover your capacity to find solutions on your own
I'm glad you are here. This is a big deal. Whether you seek therapy individually or as part of a couple, the way you relate to yourself, your world, and your people are pivotal to understanding your mental health. I'm committed to supporting couples and individuals at all levels of development who seek a supportive environment in their pursuit of growth and healing. Together, we will explore your present and past to discover your strengths, while making space for the pain and distress you are carrying. Together, we will understand your partner and relationships in a new way and rediscover your capacity to find solutions on your own

I am a bicultural psychotherapist with over 25 years of experience working with children, adults, and families. In addition to private practice, I have clinical experience in community based settings such as schools, mental health centers, foster/adoption care, and psychiatric hospitals. My therapeutic approach is relational trauma informed, rooted in Psycho Dynamic Theory, Dialectal Behavior therapy, Mindful Self-compassion (MSC), and Family Systems.
I am a bicultural psychotherapist with over 25 years of experience working with children, adults, and families. In addition to private practice, I have clinical experience in community based settings such as schools, mental health centers, foster/adoption care, and psychiatric hospitals. My therapeutic approach is relational trauma informed, rooted in Psycho Dynamic Theory, Dialectal Behavior therapy, Mindful Self-compassion (MSC), and Family Systems.

My therapy style is both strength-based and client-oriented. I'd like to think of myself not as the person who holds all the answers, but as my clients' teammate in a journey together to understand problems and experiment with solutions. From goal setting to implementing changes and measuring progress, I enjoy a healthy balance between proactivity from my clients and facilitation from my professional experiences. In session together, we will attempt to identify relevant issues, understand significant impacts, and cultivate realistic ways to foster success.
My therapy style is both strength-based and client-oriented. I'd like to think of myself not as the person who holds all the answers, but as my clients' teammate in a journey together to understand problems and experiment with solutions. From goal setting to implementing changes and measuring progress, I enjoy a healthy balance between proactivity from my clients and facilitation from my professional experiences. In session together, we will attempt to identify relevant issues, understand significant impacts, and cultivate realistic ways to foster success.
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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.