Male Therapists in Oakland, CA
My mission is to provide accessible, effective mental health care. I believe everyone deserves the opportunity to lead a happy, fulfilling life, and I’m dedicated to helping clients reach their full potential. With a passion for helping others, I offer a warm, supportive environment where individuals can comfortably discuss their thoughts and feelings. Known for my compassionate, non-judgmental approach, I help clients identify and overcome obstacles. Together, we develop personalized treatment plans tailored to their unique needs and goals.
My mission is to provide accessible, effective mental health care. I believe everyone deserves the opportunity to lead a happy, fulfilling life, and I’m dedicated to helping clients reach their full potential. With a passion for helping others, I offer a warm, supportive environment where individuals can comfortably discuss their thoughts and feelings. Known for my compassionate, non-judgmental approach, I help clients identify and overcome obstacles. Together, we develop personalized treatment plans tailored to their unique needs and goals.
Jesse Wiltey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I currently have a waitlist for new clients. My primary focus is adults and teens, BIPOC, and Queer folks. I'm looking to work with folks who want to prioritize their healing, lean into difficult conversations, and embrace change in their lives. If you struggle with anything from life transitions or relationships, to managing the stress of systemic oppression, then we may be a good fit for each other. As a Bay Area native, my healing work draws inspiration from the political and cultural movements of the Bay, integrating principles of liberation, decolonization, and collective care.
I currently have a waitlist for new clients. My primary focus is adults and teens, BIPOC, and Queer folks. I'm looking to work with folks who want to prioritize their healing, lean into difficult conversations, and embrace change in their lives. If you struggle with anything from life transitions or relationships, to managing the stress of systemic oppression, then we may be a good fit for each other. As a Bay Area native, my healing work draws inspiration from the political and cultural movements of the Bay, integrating principles of liberation, decolonization, and collective care.
My clients experience me as easy to talk with, as having an empathic and interactive style, and as flexible and goal oriented in my therapeutic approach..I work in a variety of ways with individual adults: short term problem solving therapy, or longer term self exploration. I work with individuals who are having relationship difficulties, including being in a relationship " too good to leave, too bad to stay"; and with individual adults who have anxiety, depression and self esteem issues. My practice welcomes people from all backgrounds, with many people of color, particularly African Americans, and multicultural individuals. LGBT friendly.
My clients experience me as easy to talk with, as having an empathic and interactive style, and as flexible and goal oriented in my therapeutic approach..I work in a variety of ways with individual adults: short term problem solving therapy, or longer term self exploration. I work with individuals who are having relationship difficulties, including being in a relationship " too good to leave, too bad to stay"; and with individual adults who have anxiety, depression and self esteem issues. My practice welcomes people from all backgrounds, with many people of color, particularly African Americans, and multicultural individuals. LGBT friendly.
Navigating through life challenges can be difficult. As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I believe in the importance of prioritizing mental health and creating balance in life to achieve happiness and stability. My approach is to provide a safe, non-judgmental, and compassionate space to help you overcome those challenges and live a fulfilled life. I am fluent in Spanish and English.
Navigating through life challenges can be difficult. As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I believe in the importance of prioritizing mental health and creating balance in life to achieve happiness and stability. My approach is to provide a safe, non-judgmental, and compassionate space to help you overcome those challenges and live a fulfilled life. I am fluent in Spanish and English.
I enjoy working with adults who want to live a more fulfilling life. When it comes to therapy, I like to meet people where they are at, utilizing evidence-based practices, and tailoring therapy to each individual with respect to their cultural backgrounds, and the intersecting identities that they bring into the therapeutic relationship. I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist based in California, and I work with people statewide via telehealth. I am also a Certified Sex Therapy Informed Professional and a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional. Learn more at therapywithdrdavid.com
I enjoy working with adults who want to live a more fulfilling life. When it comes to therapy, I like to meet people where they are at, utilizing evidence-based practices, and tailoring therapy to each individual with respect to their cultural backgrounds, and the intersecting identities that they bring into the therapeutic relationship. I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist based in California, and I work with people statewide via telehealth. I am also a Certified Sex Therapy Informed Professional and a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional. Learn more at therapywithdrdavid.com
I have over 30 years of experience providing cognitive-behavior therapy for anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and chronic insomnia. I am a licensed psychologist, co-director of the San Francisco Bay Area Center for Cognitive Therapy, Board Certified in Behavioral and Cognitive Psychology by the American Board of Professional Psychology, and a faculty member of the Beck Institute for Cognitive Behavior Therapy. I am the author of sixteen books and present workshops and trainings to national and international audiences.
I have over 30 years of experience providing cognitive-behavior therapy for anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and chronic insomnia. I am a licensed psychologist, co-director of the San Francisco Bay Area Center for Cognitive Therapy, Board Certified in Behavioral and Cognitive Psychology by the American Board of Professional Psychology, and a faculty member of the Beck Institute for Cognitive Behavior Therapy. I am the author of sixteen books and present workshops and trainings to national and international audiences.
Psychotherapy is an intimately personal endeavor, that can provide a safe space for curiosity, exploration, and meaning-making of our lives and histories. I approach therapy through a relational psychodynamic lens, which means that I view mental health and well-being as being deeply interconnected with our relationships, experiences, and cultural identities. Each individual seeks therapy for unique reasons and carries a complex personal history, I tailor each treatment to meet your specific needs, goals, strengths, and cultural background.
Psychotherapy is an intimately personal endeavor, that can provide a safe space for curiosity, exploration, and meaning-making of our lives and histories. I approach therapy through a relational psychodynamic lens, which means that I view mental health and well-being as being deeply interconnected with our relationships, experiences, and cultural identities. Each individual seeks therapy for unique reasons and carries a complex personal history, I tailor each treatment to meet your specific needs, goals, strengths, and cultural background.
Life can be disorienting and, from time to time, we've all felt stuck. Together, we can work through difficult or overwhelming experiences so that you can take steps toward the life you want to live. I base my approach on the core beliefs that you are whole and that you can live a deeply fulfilling life. My aim as your therapist is to support you in creating a more compassionate and mindful relationship with yourself. We will work together to take your power back from distressing thoughts and emotions, so you can discover your path to healing, passion, and fulfillment.
Life can be disorienting and, from time to time, we've all felt stuck. Together, we can work through difficult or overwhelming experiences so that you can take steps toward the life you want to live. I base my approach on the core beliefs that you are whole and that you can live a deeply fulfilling life. My aim as your therapist is to support you in creating a more compassionate and mindful relationship with yourself. We will work together to take your power back from distressing thoughts and emotions, so you can discover your path to healing, passion, and fulfillment.
I spend a great deal of time thinking about how to improve the human experience. Over the course of my practice, I've discovered that I'm best at healing when we look inwards. While external factors may be causes of our pain, I focus on what we can control. We'll be a good fit if you're ready to accept this journey. With time and great care, we'll hopefully draw out the resiliency that's always been present.
I spend a great deal of time thinking about how to improve the human experience. Over the course of my practice, I've discovered that I'm best at healing when we look inwards. While external factors may be causes of our pain, I focus on what we can control. We'll be a good fit if you're ready to accept this journey. With time and great care, we'll hopefully draw out the resiliency that's always been present.
Dhyan Valle
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Oakland, CA 94609
I strive to offer skilled care in areas like cultural differences, racial oppression, and what it means to navigate our world as a man.
Life is hard. I set high expectations for myself, but sometimes they’re impossible to meet. I try to build relationships where I can truly be myself, but sometimes vulnerability is too scary. I try to be strong and hold it together, but sometimes my emotions get the best of me. In therapy, we can explore these types of experiences and more. You may think that some parts of you – thoughts, behaviors, or traits – are good, and others are bad. I think they all exist for a reason, but some of those parts may no longer align with your goals. Let’s challenge your beliefs and figure out what works for you now.
I strive to offer skilled care in areas like cultural differences, racial oppression, and what it means to navigate our world as a man.
Life is hard. I set high expectations for myself, but sometimes they’re impossible to meet. I try to build relationships where I can truly be myself, but sometimes vulnerability is too scary. I try to be strong and hold it together, but sometimes my emotions get the best of me. In therapy, we can explore these types of experiences and more. You may think that some parts of you – thoughts, behaviors, or traits – are good, and others are bad. I think they all exist for a reason, but some of those parts may no longer align with your goals. Let’s challenge your beliefs and figure out what works for you now.
You want to feel confident, calmer and regain control of your life. You’re trying, but you’re stuck. You might be feeling like a fraud, or afraid, depressed, anxious … or struggling with relationships, or questioning your use of alcohol, drugs, sex or other behaviors. Sometimes you feel so alone with all this, like no one wants to hear about it, or it’s just terribly uncomfortable to share. Somewhere deep inside you know there’s more to life. A place where you can feel more comfortable with yourself and in your relationships. My many years of experience has shown me that change is absolutely possible.
You want to feel confident, calmer and regain control of your life. You’re trying, but you’re stuck. You might be feeling like a fraud, or afraid, depressed, anxious … or struggling with relationships, or questioning your use of alcohol, drugs, sex or other behaviors. Sometimes you feel so alone with all this, like no one wants to hear about it, or it’s just terribly uncomfortable to share. Somewhere deep inside you know there’s more to life. A place where you can feel more comfortable with yourself and in your relationships. My many years of experience has shown me that change is absolutely possible.
Meet Our Male Therapists
Thank you for considering me as a partner in your healing process. With lived experience in liminal spaces, I often work with people in transition related to their relationships, identities, careers, or values. My practice is forged in the therapeutic relationship, recognizing and nurturing your inner capacity for healing and well-being. My approach is strength-based, rooted in trauma theory, and acknowledges the interrelatedness of all aspects of self, family systems, and cultural influences
Thank you for considering me as a partner in your healing process. With lived experience in liminal spaces, I often work with people in transition related to their relationships, identities, careers, or values. My practice is forged in the therapeutic relationship, recognizing and nurturing your inner capacity for healing and well-being. My approach is strength-based, rooted in trauma theory, and acknowledges the interrelatedness of all aspects of self, family systems, and cultural influences
(Will) Se Williams
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Oakland, CA 94610
I offer holistic and depthful therapy that is both affirming and collaborative. My clients appreciate my gentleness, compassion & humor. My approach is de-stigmatizing and non-shaming, addressing & coming into contact with held stories and social narratives that may not match your current self or the self that wants to be. I hold an adaptive client centered framework utilizing trauma informed, social justice, somatic, parts work, & attachment based approaches. Sites of harm are often the sites of healing, in forming therapeutic relationship we can explore & come to know these sites and the unique offering &
I offer holistic and depthful therapy that is both affirming and collaborative. My clients appreciate my gentleness, compassion & humor. My approach is de-stigmatizing and non-shaming, addressing & coming into contact with held stories and social narratives that may not match your current self or the self that wants to be. I hold an adaptive client centered framework utilizing trauma informed, social justice, somatic, parts work, & attachment based approaches. Sites of harm are often the sites of healing, in forming therapeutic relationship we can explore & come to know these sites and the unique offering &
I am a bilingual (English and Spanish-speaking) licensed clinical psychologist who provides psychotherapy services to adults, children, adolescents families. I support clients in fostering resilience and in building more meaningful, connected relationships. In therapy, I take a supportive, curious, nonjudgemental stance. My clients struggle with issues related to depression, anxiety, loss, adoption, psychological trauma, childhood development, parenting, and everyday stressors.
I am a bilingual (English and Spanish-speaking) licensed clinical psychologist who provides psychotherapy services to adults, children, adolescents families. I support clients in fostering resilience and in building more meaningful, connected relationships. In therapy, I take a supportive, curious, nonjudgemental stance. My clients struggle with issues related to depression, anxiety, loss, adoption, psychological trauma, childhood development, parenting, and everyday stressors.
I empower diverse adult clients, including professionals, executives, people of color, men, and students managing stress, anxiety, and depression.
I embrace diversity and use evidence-based approaches like CBT, Interpersonal Process Therapy, Emotion-Focused Therapy, and Relational Cultural Therapy. I specialize in multicultural counseling, African American mental health, men’s concerns, relationships, family challenges, career development, racial trauma, substance use, anxiety, and depression.
I empower diverse adult clients, including professionals, executives, people of color, men, and students managing stress, anxiety, and depression.
I embrace diversity and use evidence-based approaches like CBT, Interpersonal Process Therapy, Emotion-Focused Therapy, and Relational Cultural Therapy. I specialize in multicultural counseling, African American mental health, men’s concerns, relationships, family challenges, career development, racial trauma, substance use, anxiety, and depression.
Based on my background I have worked with practically every diagnosis and background, but as of late, it is typically depression, anxiety, life transitions, post and postpartum moms, men's issues, anger management, grief and loss, as well as relationship issues.
I like to use an eclectic approach to whatever I believe suits the client's needs and requests. I like to address issues or stressors as a team effort, and I am open to receiving feedback or questions from clients as well. I desire and suggest clients be their authentic selves, so I also want to model that!
Based on my background I have worked with practically every diagnosis and background, but as of late, it is typically depression, anxiety, life transitions, post and postpartum moms, men's issues, anger management, grief and loss, as well as relationship issues.
I like to use an eclectic approach to whatever I believe suits the client's needs and requests. I like to address issues or stressors as a team effort, and I am open to receiving feedback or questions from clients as well. I desire and suggest clients be their authentic selves, so I also want to model that!
Are you ready to leave "survival mode" and move into your "thriving" era? Whether it's navigating stress, processing difficult emotions, healing from past hurts, or seeking greater meaning in your life, I offer a compassionate, collaborative and empowering therapeutic experience. Holistic therapy takes a "whole person" perspective, working with mind, body, and spirit - exploring how those interact/influence the way you live, love and experience your life. In our sessions we'll explore your unique issues and develop practical, personalized strategies to support you in creating a life aligned with your values, needs and aspirations.
Are you ready to leave "survival mode" and move into your "thriving" era? Whether it's navigating stress, processing difficult emotions, healing from past hurts, or seeking greater meaning in your life, I offer a compassionate, collaborative and empowering therapeutic experience. Holistic therapy takes a "whole person" perspective, working with mind, body, and spirit - exploring how those interact/influence the way you live, love and experience your life. In our sessions we'll explore your unique issues and develop practical, personalized strategies to support you in creating a life aligned with your values, needs and aspirations.
I am well trained as a licensed Clinical Psychologist with more than 20 years of experience providing individual therapy to children, adolescents and adults. I strive to create a genuine relationship with my clients to allow for collaborative exploration of the areas in their lives that interfere with personal fulfillment. My approach also involves listening actively, building trust, being curious, providing empathy, and making direct comments to help my clients develop greater awareness about themselves and the patterns in their lives that cause emotional distress or relationship difficulties. This allows my clients to grow and to live more meaningful lives.
I am well trained as a licensed Clinical Psychologist with more than 20 years of experience providing individual therapy to children, adolescents and adults. I strive to create a genuine relationship with my clients to allow for collaborative exploration of the areas in their lives that interfere with personal fulfillment. My approach also involves listening actively, building trust, being curious, providing empathy, and making direct comments to help my clients develop greater awareness about themselves and the patterns in their lives that cause emotional distress or relationship difficulties. This allows my clients to grow and to live more meaningful lives.
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
Justin McGahan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oakland, CA 94610
I often address issues of: understanding a partner's motivations, life purpose & transition, transparent vulnerable & authentic communication, finding/creating fulfilling relationship, confidence & leadership, men in relationship, trauma, and integrating presence in daily living.
A truly holistic therapist uses a multi-faceted approach. Mine uses mindfulness (noticing moment-to-moment experience), somatic (body-based) awareness, existential philosophy, and an understanding of the physiological effects on neurological well-being.
I often address issues of: understanding a partner's motivations, life purpose & transition, transparent vulnerable & authentic communication, finding/creating fulfilling relationship, confidence & leadership, men in relationship, trauma, and integrating presence in daily living.
A truly holistic therapist uses a multi-faceted approach. Mine uses mindfulness (noticing moment-to-moment experience), somatic (body-based) awareness, existential philosophy, and an understanding of the physiological effects on neurological well-being.
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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.