Male Therapists in San Diego, CA
William Mitchell
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92108
I'm particularly passionate about helping men, especially men of color, navigate life's challenges.
Societal pressures often make it difficult for men to seek mental health help. From a young age we are taught that we should be strong and independent, and that expressing emotions is a sign of weakness. This stigma can make it difficult to admit we need help, even to our closest loved ones.
I'm particularly passionate about helping men, especially men of color, navigate life's challenges.
Societal pressures often make it difficult for men to seek mental health help. From a young age we are taught that we should be strong and independent, and that expressing emotions is a sign of weakness. This stigma can make it difficult to admit we need help, even to our closest loved ones.
My clients have included both men and women.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker licensed in California with over 30 years of experience working as a Psychiatric Social Worker and Psychotherapist. I have worked with forensic clients with various concerns, including major mental illness, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, OCD, and ADHD. I also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse and helped those who have instigated physical trauma or emotional abuse.
My clients have included both men and women.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker licensed in California with over 30 years of experience working as a Psychiatric Social Worker and Psychotherapist. I have worked with forensic clients with various concerns, including major mental illness, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, OCD, and ADHD. I also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse and helped those who have instigated physical trauma or emotional abuse.
I am currently facilitating a Men's Group for those who are sincerely interested in personal growth.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Master NLP Practitioner, IFS Practitioner, Dharma Life Coach, and Sports Psychology Consultant, I LOVE my profession; my work is my passion! I feel deeply fulfilled when my support and guidance empowers my clients to achieve their goals and desired outcomes. I offer my clients my engaged presence, insights, intuition, knowledge, transformative tools and techniques, and resources to generate lots of momentum as they endeavor to grow and live their best lives. So if you’re seeking out a seasoned guide with a warm lantern to walk beside you on your heroic journey, please give me a call!!
I am currently facilitating a Men's Group for those who are sincerely interested in personal growth.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Master NLP Practitioner, IFS Practitioner, Dharma Life Coach, and Sports Psychology Consultant, I LOVE my profession; my work is my passion! I feel deeply fulfilled when my support and guidance empowers my clients to achieve their goals and desired outcomes. I offer my clients my engaged presence, insights, intuition, knowledge, transformative tools and techniques, and resources to generate lots of momentum as they endeavor to grow and live their best lives. So if you’re seeking out a seasoned guide with a warm lantern to walk beside you on your heroic journey, please give me a call!!
Hans Reihling
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92116
I provide specialized counseling for men who are ready to work through problems that may be causing strain, including compulsive sexual behaviors.
I use Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy to help individuals and couples explore emotions, resolve conflicts, and build stronger relationships. If indicated, I also offer Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) in collaboration with medical prescribers, enhancing healing by fostering greater self-understanding, connection, and lasting change.
I provide specialized counseling for men who are ready to work through problems that may be causing strain, including compulsive sexual behaviors.
I use Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy to help individuals and couples explore emotions, resolve conflicts, and build stronger relationships. If indicated, I also offer Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) in collaboration with medical prescribers, enhancing healing by fostering greater self-understanding, connection, and lasting change.
James Sharkey @ Grow Through Life Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92108
I enjoy treating: grief, depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, identity development, LGBTQ+, men’s mental health, relationship infidelity, divorce and separation, co- parenting, and communication development.
I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Solution Focus Brief Therapy (SFBT), and Family System Theory. I am committed to a social justice and multicultural therapy approach affirming all people.
I enjoy treating: grief, depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, identity development, LGBTQ+, men’s mental health, relationship infidelity, divorce and separation, co- parenting, and communication development.
I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Solution Focus Brief Therapy (SFBT), and Family System Theory. I am committed to a social justice and multicultural therapy approach affirming all people.
I also enjoy working with men, helping men understand their feelings and their partners feelings so they can have the relationship they desire.
I can help you unlearn some of the things you learned that aren't working, and learn new ways of interacting so that relationships are more trusting, loving and less frustrating. I can help you navigate the fears that come up when you are brave enough to enter a close relationship.
I also enjoy working with men, helping men understand their feelings and their partners feelings so they can have the relationship they desire.
I can help you unlearn some of the things you learned that aren't working, and learn new ways of interacting so that relationships are more trusting, loving and less frustrating. I can help you navigate the fears that come up when you are brave enough to enter a close relationship.
Thus, I am passionate about working with boys and young men, college-aged students and young athletes.
I have experience working with substance use, trauma, anxiety, depression, and more. I strive in my ability to connect with adolescents and young adults and enjoy helping young athletes. I find I bring a mixture of compassion and curiosity as I challenge you to change. My goal is for you to find a sense of agency in your life.
Thus, I am passionate about working with boys and young men, college-aged students and young athletes.
I have experience working with substance use, trauma, anxiety, depression, and more. I strive in my ability to connect with adolescents and young adults and enjoy helping young athletes. I find I bring a mixture of compassion and curiosity as I challenge you to change. My goal is for you to find a sense of agency in your life.
As a gay man, I have particular clinical interest, personal experience, and professional knowledge helping individuals seeking therapy to process their sexual identity.
Though this is not necessary for all clients that I work with, I also hold specialization in the integration of faith/spirituality (including religious and spiritual abuse) as well as the integration of various intersectional identities whether that be your age, gender, sexuality, race, ethnicity, SES, religion, and more).
As a gay man, I have particular clinical interest, personal experience, and professional knowledge helping individuals seeking therapy to process their sexual identity.
Though this is not necessary for all clients that I work with, I also hold specialization in the integration of faith/spirituality (including religious and spiritual abuse) as well as the integration of various intersectional identities whether that be your age, gender, sexuality, race, ethnicity, SES, religion, and more).
In graduate school much of my research and clinical work was focused on interpersonal trauma, men and healthy, authentic masculinity, LGBT identity and relationships, and mindfulness and spirituality.
Psychotherapist James Finley says, “The tyranny of suffering lasts only as long as it takes for compassion to show up on the scene.” Many who find themselves reading this may experience themselves as subject to the ‘tyranny of suffering’ in some way and may be searching for a compassionate presence in which they can feel safe, be deeply seen, attentively listened to, and profoundly accepted. My name is Jacob Munhoz and I invite you to consider allowing me to be that compassionate presence for you. ***Out of deep respect for the confidential nature of this work, I do not work directly with insurance providers.***
In graduate school much of my research and clinical work was focused on interpersonal trauma, men and healthy, authentic masculinity, LGBT identity and relationships, and mindfulness and spirituality.
Psychotherapist James Finley says, “The tyranny of suffering lasts only as long as it takes for compassion to show up on the scene.” Many who find themselves reading this may experience themselves as subject to the ‘tyranny of suffering’ in some way and may be searching for a compassionate presence in which they can feel safe, be deeply seen, attentively listened to, and profoundly accepted. My name is Jacob Munhoz and I invite you to consider allowing me to be that compassionate presence for you. ***Out of deep respect for the confidential nature of this work, I do not work directly with insurance providers.***
Douglas Braun-Harvey
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, CST, CST-S
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92108
For many men this question is very subjective and they unfortunately wait for a spouse, loved one or their employer to discover their hidden sexual life before considering help.
The Harvey Institute provides assessment, individual and group therapy for men of all sexual orientations concerned about their consensual out of control sexual behavior. We refer men involved in non-consensual sexual behavior to local specialists for assessment before they experience the devastating consequences of arrest and prosecution.
For many men this question is very subjective and they unfortunately wait for a spouse, loved one or their employer to discover their hidden sexual life before considering help.
The Harvey Institute provides assessment, individual and group therapy for men of all sexual orientations concerned about their consensual out of control sexual behavior. We refer men involved in non-consensual sexual behavior to local specialists for assessment before they experience the devastating consequences of arrest and prosecution.
I help guys become better men, husbands, and fathers.
Perhaps you found my profile because you are considering therapy, and for that I applaud you. You have taken the first step toward healing and that is an incredible start. Maybe you still feel uncomfortable with the idea of therapy or you found me by accident. In that case, I sincerely look forward to answering your questions.
I help guys become better men, husbands, and fathers.
Perhaps you found my profile because you are considering therapy, and for that I applaud you. You have taken the first step toward healing and that is an incredible start. Maybe you still feel uncomfortable with the idea of therapy or you found me by accident. In that case, I sincerely look forward to answering your questions.
Meet Our Male Therapists
Tom Stone Carlson
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92109
I specialize in the working with couples , women who have experienced the effects of abuse and violence, and men seeking to be more accountable in their relationships.
Are you tired of therapy as usual? Are you longing for more than just a lifetime of coping with your problems? Are you wanting more than a therapist who is content with being a passive listener to your problems? Over my 25 years of practice as a therapist, I have helped hundreds of clients move beyond a life of endless coping and toward real and lasting transformation in their lives and relationships. Whatever your struggle in life, whether it be depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship distress, I will work actively alongside you and fight for you to hope and purpose and a real, lasting, and meaningful change in your life.
I specialize in the working with couples , women who have experienced the effects of abuse and violence, and men seeking to be more accountable in their relationships.
Are you tired of therapy as usual? Are you longing for more than just a lifetime of coping with your problems? Are you wanting more than a therapist who is content with being a passive listener to your problems? Over my 25 years of practice as a therapist, I have helped hundreds of clients move beyond a life of endless coping and toward real and lasting transformation in their lives and relationships. Whatever your struggle in life, whether it be depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship distress, I will work actively alongside you and fight for you to hope and purpose and a real, lasting, and meaningful change in your life.
Andrew Capobianco
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92128
I specialize in working with men, helping them navigate relationships, build resilience, process trauma, and develop emotional regulation skills.
At Hope for Healers, we specialize in providing therapy to healthcare workers. We focus on addressing burnout, trauma, and stress unique to the medical profession, using evidence-based approaches like EMDR to foster resilience and recovery. We also support the broader community, offering therapy services to all those seeking help.
I specialize in working with men, helping them navigate relationships, build resilience, process trauma, and develop emotional regulation skills.
At Hope for Healers, we specialize in providing therapy to healthcare workers. We focus on addressing burnout, trauma, and stress unique to the medical profession, using evidence-based approaches like EMDR to foster resilience and recovery. We also support the broader community, offering therapy services to all those seeking help.
I work mostly with men working with them on men's issues and relationships from the male perspective.
Hello. My name is Brian Kaufman. I am a licensed clinical social worker. I am licensed in California with 18 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, anger management, career difficulties, & bipolar disorder. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I have no defined approach. Every client is different and so my approach will be different. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
I work mostly with men working with them on men's issues and relationships from the male perspective.
Hello. My name is Brian Kaufman. I am a licensed clinical social worker. I am licensed in California with 18 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, anger management, career difficulties, & bipolar disorder. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I have no defined approach. Every client is different and so my approach will be different. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
I have worked in addiction in just about every capacity there is available to man.
Being a human being is an amazing, terrifying, and sometimes really confusing and painful experience. We all live through these things, some of us are more familiar with depression, anxiety, avoidance, or hyperfixation on trying to control everything so that you KNOW that it's all the way it should be. These are just a few of the symptoms of the human condition. When we can step back and look at them with a different set of tools we can build awareness of how we may be able to approach these feelings with a more useful perspective. This leads us to feeling more grounded and in control of our physical, mental, and spiritual goals.
I have worked in addiction in just about every capacity there is available to man.
Being a human being is an amazing, terrifying, and sometimes really confusing and painful experience. We all live through these things, some of us are more familiar with depression, anxiety, avoidance, or hyperfixation on trying to control everything so that you KNOW that it's all the way it should be. These are just a few of the symptoms of the human condition. When we can step back and look at them with a different set of tools we can build awareness of how we may be able to approach these feelings with a more useful perspective. This leads us to feeling more grounded and in control of our physical, mental, and spiritual goals.
At the Center for Men’s Excellence, Dr.
Dr. Jones applies evidence-based modalities in psychotherapy including mindfulness-based Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), behavioral exposure, motivational enhancement, as well as interpersonal (IPT) work based on the specific needs of clients.
At the Center for Men’s Excellence, Dr.
Dr. Jones applies evidence-based modalities in psychotherapy including mindfulness-based Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), behavioral exposure, motivational enhancement, as well as interpersonal (IPT) work based on the specific needs of clients.
Davis Rodríguez Meléndez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW, APTT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Online Only
As a Latino man I was born and raised bilingual Spanish/English.
As a clinical social worker and psychotherapist, my goal is to provide a safe environment and build relationships with my clients based on mutual trust and respect. I have a non-judgmental and affirming approach. I work with individuals, couples and other relationship constellations. I specialize in mood disorder, personality disorder, HIV, LGBT, life transitions, sexuality and cultural acculturation/assimilation. I relocated to San Diego, CA, in 2023. I am also licensed in New York, New Jersey, and Delaware. I also provide services in Spanish and Brazilian Portuguese.
As a Latino man I was born and raised bilingual Spanish/English.
As a clinical social worker and psychotherapist, my goal is to provide a safe environment and build relationships with my clients based on mutual trust and respect. I have a non-judgmental and affirming approach. I work with individuals, couples and other relationship constellations. I specialize in mood disorder, personality disorder, HIV, LGBT, life transitions, sexuality and cultural acculturation/assimilation. I relocated to San Diego, CA, in 2023. I am also licensed in New York, New Jersey, and Delaware. I also provide services in Spanish and Brazilian Portuguese.
My clients are adult men and couples who want to take control of their concerns by handling them in healthier, more productive ways.
I have special expertise in working with men and couples regarding a host of parenthood-related concerns including infertility, divorce, marital concerns, communication issues, work/life balance, stress, and anger management. I provide a "guy-friendly" and effective counseling/coaching experience to engage men in treatment.
My clients are adult men and couples who want to take control of their concerns by handling them in healthier, more productive ways.
I have special expertise in working with men and couples regarding a host of parenthood-related concerns including infertility, divorce, marital concerns, communication issues, work/life balance, stress, and anger management. I provide a "guy-friendly" and effective counseling/coaching experience to engage men in treatment.
My research has concentrated on men's issues.
I am also a bilingual psychologist at UCSD-Family Medicine and UCSD-Internal Medicine. Being one of the few Spanish-speaking psychologists, I have had the opportunity to treat many Latino males and learned to adapt and adjust to each patient's personality.
My research has concentrated on men's issues.
I am also a bilingual psychologist at UCSD-Family Medicine and UCSD-Internal Medicine. Being one of the few Spanish-speaking psychologists, I have had the opportunity to treat many Latino males and learned to adapt and adjust to each patient's personality.
As a Filipino and gay man, I understand the importance of feeling seen and affirmed.
Offering 12 free sessions for those affected by the fires. Life’s transitions, grief, and identity exploration can feel overwhelming, leaving you uncertain or disconnected. Whether navigating loss, cultural expectations, or past experiences, you deserve a safe space to process emotions and gain clarity. I work with teens and adults seeking deeper self-connection and meaningful change.
As a Filipino and gay man, I understand the importance of feeling seen and affirmed.
Offering 12 free sessions for those affected by the fires. Life’s transitions, grief, and identity exploration can feel overwhelming, leaving you uncertain or disconnected. Whether navigating loss, cultural expectations, or past experiences, you deserve a safe space to process emotions and gain clarity. I work with teens and adults seeking deeper self-connection and meaningful change.
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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.