Male Therapists in City Heights East, San Diego, CA
Kevin Michael Belcastro
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
City Heights East, San Diego, CA 92105
Do you feel like you are not at your best or perhaps that some days seem almost unbearable to face the world because you are too depressed, anxious, worried, fearful, overwhelmed with stress, or experiencing upsetting memories of past traumas? Perhaps your family is having difficulty with feeling connected, difficulty expressing love in a healthy manner, or dealing with life transitions? I want to help. I look to assist individuals and families with recovering and restoring themselves to their best, breaking free from old patterns and learning adaptive ways to express their feelings, emotions, and thoughts.
Do you feel like you are not at your best or perhaps that some days seem almost unbearable to face the world because you are too depressed, anxious, worried, fearful, overwhelmed with stress, or experiencing upsetting memories of past traumas? Perhaps your family is having difficulty with feeling connected, difficulty expressing love in a healthy manner, or dealing with life transitions? I want to help. I look to assist individuals and families with recovering and restoring themselves to their best, breaking free from old patterns and learning adaptive ways to express their feelings, emotions, and thoughts.
David M. Ross
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
City Heights East, San Diego, CA 92105
We all want to be happy, feel fulfilled, be at peace and enjoy our days free from chronic worry, painful memories, behaviors and relationships that interfere with peace in the present moment and beyond. Yet experience tells us that suffering is inevitable-it is a part of life. Healing is moving through and beyond suffering and limitation, transforming suffering into freedom and personal power. My practice focus is on strategies and practices to heal, transform and find meaning and purpose.
We all want to be happy, feel fulfilled, be at peace and enjoy our days free from chronic worry, painful memories, behaviors and relationships that interfere with peace in the present moment and beyond. Yet experience tells us that suffering is inevitable-it is a part of life. Healing is moving through and beyond suffering and limitation, transforming suffering into freedom and personal power. My practice focus is on strategies and practices to heal, transform and find meaning and purpose.
Experience matters! I have been practicing for over 35 years. Finding the right therapist is not always an easy task. I possess a wealth of knowledge, and provide the comfort and confidence that can only come from a seasoned professional.. I specialize in treating children and adolescents but also work with adults, both individually and in couples therapy.
Experience matters! I have been practicing for over 35 years. Finding the right therapist is not always an easy task. I possess a wealth of knowledge, and provide the comfort and confidence that can only come from a seasoned professional.. I specialize in treating children and adolescents but also work with adults, both individually and in couples therapy.
I work from an integrative perspective, often drawing from cognitive, interpersonal and emotion-focused approaches to help clients learn how navigate their relationships and their emotional experiences. I enjoy collaborating with people to help them discover or rediscover their inner strengths and make lasting changes in their lives. In addition to working with individuals on a variety of mental health concerns such as anxiety and depression, I also have a particular interest in working with university students and athletes.
I work from an integrative perspective, often drawing from cognitive, interpersonal and emotion-focused approaches to help clients learn how navigate their relationships and their emotional experiences. I enjoy collaborating with people to help them discover or rediscover their inner strengths and make lasting changes in their lives. In addition to working with individuals on a variety of mental health concerns such as anxiety and depression, I also have a particular interest in working with university students and athletes.
Don Diva
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, CSAT, CMAT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
City Heights East, San Diego, CA 92105
I'm best suited to treat relationship problems, depression, father wounds, men with sexual addiction and grief/loss issues.
Are you stuck in unhealthy relationship patterns? Are you coping with the stress of life in destructive ways- by bottling up your feelings or acting out through addiction or in toxic relationships? You do not have to struggle alone. During the different stages of our lives, our relationships, and our family life cycle, we can get stuck in certain places. As your therapist we would work together to help you find what you need so that you can move through these stuck places, experience healthier relationships, find hope and be free from destructive behaviors.
I'm best suited to treat relationship problems, depression, father wounds, men with sexual addiction and grief/loss issues.
Are you stuck in unhealthy relationship patterns? Are you coping with the stress of life in destructive ways- by bottling up your feelings or acting out through addiction or in toxic relationships? You do not have to struggle alone. During the different stages of our lives, our relationships, and our family life cycle, we can get stuck in certain places. As your therapist we would work together to help you find what you need so that you can move through these stuck places, experience healthier relationships, find hope and be free from destructive behaviors.
Are you navigating the complexities of grief, trauma, or life transitions? Whether you're a teen or an adult, finding the right support can make aIl the difference. I believe that gaining insight into why we think, feel, or behave in certain ways can be a powerful catalyst for change . I hold the view that a person's upbringing and environment play a crucial role in shaping who they are. My passion lies in working with teens navigating challenges, parent-child dynamics, adults facing adversity and life transitions, grief, and offering support around LGBTQ+ identity issues.
Are you navigating the complexities of grief, trauma, or life transitions? Whether you're a teen or an adult, finding the right support can make aIl the difference. I believe that gaining insight into why we think, feel, or behave in certain ways can be a powerful catalyst for change . I hold the view that a person's upbringing and environment play a crucial role in shaping who they are. My passion lies in working with teens navigating challenges, parent-child dynamics, adults facing adversity and life transitions, grief, and offering support around LGBTQ+ identity issues.
Bryan Cafferky
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MDiv, CFLE
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
City Heights East, San Diego, CA 92105
Here you will find a compassionate & authentic space in which you learn to more deeply connect with yourself (and others), so you can finally discover what's behind your typical “knee-jerk reactions” & why your “go to” coping strategies seem to cause more distress than the original problems! Then we'll make meaningful shifts to uncover new and healthier ways to approach life and relationships. Clients often come to me for help with a broad range of concerns, like: trauma, anxiety, depression, pain, existential malaise, creative blocks, infertility challenges, grief, & family/relationship drama and communication difficulties.
Here you will find a compassionate & authentic space in which you learn to more deeply connect with yourself (and others), so you can finally discover what's behind your typical “knee-jerk reactions” & why your “go to” coping strategies seem to cause more distress than the original problems! Then we'll make meaningful shifts to uncover new and healthier ways to approach life and relationships. Clients often come to me for help with a broad range of concerns, like: trauma, anxiety, depression, pain, existential malaise, creative blocks, infertility challenges, grief, & family/relationship drama and communication difficulties.
John Dosta
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
City Heights East, San Diego, CA 92105
Hi! My name is John Dosta and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I do talk therapy and I'd like to get to know you. A few areas in which I am familiar include veterans, anxiety, depression, divorce, child custody, and family relationships. I am most comfortable working with clients in the midst of high-conflict divorce/ child custody situations, anxiety/panic disorders, depression, reacclimating from military service, and substance abuse.
Hi! My name is John Dosta and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I do talk therapy and I'd like to get to know you. A few areas in which I am familiar include veterans, anxiety, depression, divorce, child custody, and family relationships. I am most comfortable working with clients in the midst of high-conflict divorce/ child custody situations, anxiety/panic disorders, depression, reacclimating from military service, and substance abuse.
Michael Brady
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
City Heights East, San Diego, CA 92105
We all experience times when we've felt frustrated, stuck, or dissatisfied with our lives and what we want or how to move forward. While some clients are looking for immediate solutions, others want to explore the “why” behind it all. I believe we can focus on both. We'll move at your pace to understand what isn't working and why. My goal is to help you learn ways to tackle life's challenges, slow down, and feel more connected with your emotions. I'm also very passionate about helping couples seeking to improve their communication and reduce conflict leading to increased intimacy and connection.
We all experience times when we've felt frustrated, stuck, or dissatisfied with our lives and what we want or how to move forward. While some clients are looking for immediate solutions, others want to explore the “why” behind it all. I believe we can focus on both. We'll move at your pace to understand what isn't working and why. My goal is to help you learn ways to tackle life's challenges, slow down, and feel more connected with your emotions. I'm also very passionate about helping couples seeking to improve their communication and reduce conflict leading to increased intimacy and connection.
Accepting new clients. Burned out at work? Feel like you're failing at your relationships? Do you smoke too much, drink too much, isolate, or do you have trouble talking about feelings? Do you feel ashamed on the topic of sexuality? I help people build their self esteem and speak up, so that they can start feeling more comfortable in their life. I identify as a gay male Hispanic liberal and military veteran who is a huge fan of dark humor. I am more direct/active by nature.
Accepting new clients. Burned out at work? Feel like you're failing at your relationships? Do you smoke too much, drink too much, isolate, or do you have trouble talking about feelings? Do you feel ashamed on the topic of sexuality? I help people build their self esteem and speak up, so that they can start feeling more comfortable in their life. I identify as a gay male Hispanic liberal and military veteran who is a huge fan of dark humor. I am more direct/active by nature.
Alan Camardo
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
City Heights East, San Diego, CA 92105
I am here to support you in taking the steps that lead to growth and positive change. My approach is compassionate, curious, direct, and warm. For Individuals: In our sessions, we will explore and build insight into behavior patterns that leave you feeling stuck or dissatisfied. We will collaborate to help you gain relief from symptoms of stress, anxiety, depression, and other concerns. I will work with you to discover the path leading you to a more fulfilling life. I have specialized experience working with relationship and substance use issues.
I am here to support you in taking the steps that lead to growth and positive change. My approach is compassionate, curious, direct, and warm. For Individuals: In our sessions, we will explore and build insight into behavior patterns that leave you feeling stuck or dissatisfied. We will collaborate to help you gain relief from symptoms of stress, anxiety, depression, and other concerns. I will work with you to discover the path leading you to a more fulfilling life. I have specialized experience working with relationship and substance use issues.
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Hello, and thank you for taking the time to learn about me! I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) with a Master of Science in Multi-Cultural Counseling (2018, SDSU). My approach to therapy is both compassionate and evidence-based, emphasizing a trusting therapeutic relationship as the foundation for meaningful growth and healing. I work with children, adolescents, adults facing diverse mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, substance use, trauma, and post-traumatic stress disorder.
Hello, and thank you for taking the time to learn about me! I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) with a Master of Science in Multi-Cultural Counseling (2018, SDSU). My approach to therapy is both compassionate and evidence-based, emphasizing a trusting therapeutic relationship as the foundation for meaningful growth and healing. I work with children, adolescents, adults facing diverse mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, substance use, trauma, and post-traumatic stress disorder.
Stephen Scherer
Psychologist, EdD
Verified Verified
City Heights East, San Diego, CA 92105
Not accepting new clients
I am licensed in California with 18 years of experience as an individual practitioner. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, depression, and communication issues. My work is focused on Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), techniques useful for significant behavioral challenges. I am also versed in Behavior Analysis, which is helpful to address problematic habits and the establishment of new, more productive behaviors. If you feel that I might be of help for you, please reach out and we can discuss your needs further.
I am licensed in California with 18 years of experience as an individual practitioner. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, depression, and communication issues. My work is focused on Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), techniques useful for significant behavioral challenges. I am also versed in Behavior Analysis, which is helpful to address problematic habits and the establishment of new, more productive behaviors. If you feel that I might be of help for you, please reach out and we can discuss your needs further.
Online Therapists
Greetings. I'm Joe Pickman. I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in Los Angeles. I support adults, couples, adolescents, and families through life's challenges, aiming to improve relationships and overall well-being. I offer Telehealth for all California residents and in-person sessions for those in L.A. My therapeutic approach is tailored to each individual's needs, blending psychodynamic, attachment-focused, and behavioral methods. For some clients, I use EMDR and IFS to help reframe traumatic experiences and break unhelpful patterns.
Greetings. I'm Joe Pickman. I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in Los Angeles. I support adults, couples, adolescents, and families through life's challenges, aiming to improve relationships and overall well-being. I offer Telehealth for all California residents and in-person sessions for those in L.A. My therapeutic approach is tailored to each individual's needs, blending psychodynamic, attachment-focused, and behavioral methods. For some clients, I use EMDR and IFS to help reframe traumatic experiences and break unhelpful patterns.
Please check out my website by clicking the link to the left. I have expertise helping clients with depression, anxiety, self esteem issues, relationship difficulties, trauma/PTSD, sexual compulsivity and sexual difficulties, addictive behaviors/substance abuse, and providing LGBTQIA affirmative therapy. I have worked within the Naval Hospital Medical System and have experience treating Veterans and Active Duty Service Members.
Please check out my website by clicking the link to the left. I have expertise helping clients with depression, anxiety, self esteem issues, relationship difficulties, trauma/PTSD, sexual compulsivity and sexual difficulties, addictive behaviors/substance abuse, and providing LGBTQIA affirmative therapy. I have worked within the Naval Hospital Medical System and have experience treating Veterans and Active Duty Service Members.
I specialize in helping people transform their lives. I embrace diversity and welcome any relationship into the room. I love helping those who appear to function well, but struggle with depression, shame and anxiety. I am trained in AEDP, EMDR and narrative therapy techniques. These trauma informed methods focus on creating and holding a safe space. My practice includes ongoing peer supervision that ensures you will have multiple therapist minds collaborating to provide the best possible treatment.
I specialize in helping people transform their lives. I embrace diversity and welcome any relationship into the room. I love helping those who appear to function well, but struggle with depression, shame and anxiety. I am trained in AEDP, EMDR and narrative therapy techniques. These trauma informed methods focus on creating and holding a safe space. My practice includes ongoing peer supervision that ensures you will have multiple therapist minds collaborating to provide the best possible treatment.
Hello, and thank you for taking the time to learn more about my services. My name is Christian Jacobs, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I believe in utilizing real-world experiences and interventions to create solutions, using a collaborative approach. Areas of focus in my practice are work and relationship issues, depression, anxiety, stress, race-based trauma and stress, and adolescent/youth stress and challenges.
Hello, and thank you for taking the time to learn more about my services. My name is Christian Jacobs, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I believe in utilizing real-world experiences and interventions to create solutions, using a collaborative approach. Areas of focus in my practice are work and relationship issues, depression, anxiety, stress, race-based trauma and stress, and adolescent/youth stress and challenges.
Are you struggling with relationships? Do you need help recovering from a traumatic event? Do you often feel sad and low on energy? Are you searching for ways to be more emotionally stable and less shut down? For over 25 years I have worked with individuals, couples, and families on a range of issues including substance abuse, post traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, depression, codependency, couples counseling, pre-martial counseling and more. In a highly personalized and collaborative treatment style, I help people understand the deeper reasons for why difficulties keep repeating over and over.
Are you struggling with relationships? Do you need help recovering from a traumatic event? Do you often feel sad and low on energy? Are you searching for ways to be more emotionally stable and less shut down? For over 25 years I have worked with individuals, couples, and families on a range of issues including substance abuse, post traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, depression, codependency, couples counseling, pre-martial counseling and more. In a highly personalized and collaborative treatment style, I help people understand the deeper reasons for why difficulties keep repeating over and over.
Hello! I’m Jonathan Bibriesca, a licensed therapist specializing in Clinical Social Work. My approach to therapy is collaborative and client-centered, focusing on creating a safe space for exploration and growth. I primarily work with individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, work-related stress, migrating trauma, and generational trauma, and I aim to empower my clients through evidence-based techniques tailored to their unique needs.
Hello! I’m Jonathan Bibriesca, a licensed therapist specializing in Clinical Social Work. My approach to therapy is collaborative and client-centered, focusing on creating a safe space for exploration and growth. I primarily work with individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, work-related stress, migrating trauma, and generational trauma, and I aim to empower my clients through evidence-based techniques tailored to their unique needs.
Beacon Family Therapy Group (Thomas)
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92129
Welcome, I am glad you are here and am eager to support your child and family in finding your way back to living the life you want. I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and young adults who have concerns around ADHD, autism, anxiety, depression, behavior problems and school or friend concerns. The pressures in academics alongside self-esteem challenges, family expectations, or peer relationship struggles; can leave kids, teens and young adults feeling overwhelmed, uncertain or stuck about navigating their best path forward. My goal is to provide a supportive space where they can build motivation.
Welcome, I am glad you are here and am eager to support your child and family in finding your way back to living the life you want. I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and young adults who have concerns around ADHD, autism, anxiety, depression, behavior problems and school or friend concerns. The pressures in academics alongside self-esteem challenges, family expectations, or peer relationship struggles; can leave kids, teens and young adults feeling overwhelmed, uncertain or stuck about navigating their best path forward. My goal is to provide a supportive space where they can build motivation.
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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.