Male Therapists in San Francisco, CA

I help women and men with relationships, sex and dating. Relationships can be some of the most challenging and painful experiences in life, but they also offer some of the best opportunities for learning and growth. Whether you’re experiencing difficulties with your partner, getting over a breakup, or having issues coming up around dating and sex, I can help you understand and transform your relational patterns so that you can build the relationships that you truly desire, and a life that connects you to happiness and love.

Seeing you leave my office feeling better and more comfortable in your skin makes my day. Hearing that your life has changed for the better makes my year. I pledge that when you come to me you will find my heart open to you no matter how you have suffered, no matter what you look like, no matter where you come from and no matter how you live your life. My goal is to look at those things you give me permission to look at and to work with you to meet your wants and needs. .

Are you tired of feeling betrayed by your body? Do you want to feel less shame and anxiety about your sex and dating life? I focus on helping people build confidence and understanding about their sex and relationship life. I focus on helping you improve your insight and awareness on how you relate to yourself and your life in order to help reach the goals you desire.

When it comes to Pastoral Care, (I.e. Spiritual Resiliency and over-all Spiritual Health), most intelligent progressive thinking people want acceptance, compassion and care from their Therapist in a non judgmental atmosphere. Having been on the receiving end of those over baring ministers, I can honestly say, " I feel your pain." My main objective is your main objective. My ministry exist to meet you at your point of need. If this is the type of Therapist your most comfortable with, then let's connect or reconnect with the divine as you seek to become all that you were meant to be.

As a licensed therapist based in San Francisco, I help individuals, couples, and families dive beneath the surface-level issues to discover the underlying causes of their distress. Many men , women, and non-binary individuals who choose to work with me are at the grips of anxiety, depression, addiction, grief, or relationship challenges. Many are highly motivated professionals who are self-reliant and achievement-focused but often struggle with self-defeating thoughts and patterns that keep them stuck.

Don't Let Your Feelings Get The Best Of You. Is a persistent, overwhelming sense of grief and sadness preventing you from living the life you want? Are you dealing with intense emotions of shame, guilt, or hopelessness for seemingly no reason at all? Perhaps you have experienced a traumatic event or childhood neglect that is manifesting as fear, anxiety, or helplessness. Or it could be that you recognize the signs of depression but feel like you have nowhere to turn. If any of this sounds familiar, you are not alone. And I want to assure you that there is much we can do to help you find inner peace and greater contentment.

Whether you are coping with depression, sexuality issues, struggling with chronic illness or addiction issues, or having problems in your relationships with others, I believe that therapy can help you find the solutions to move forward in your life. I believe that all individuals have the capacity to live their best life and can become 'unstuck' with the help of therapy. I work with adults, both younger and older, cis women and trans & non-binary clients, as well as with couples navigating problems in their relationships.

I am a clinical psychologist in practice for over 35 years. A primary interest is working with men , particularly problems with men and aging, men and issues of retirement, anger/stress mgmt., and sexual addiction. I enjoy consulting with corporations. (I also have an MBA). I have extensive background and training in infertility and adoption issues. My wife and I are adoptive parents. I also have an interest in working with couples, issues of intimacy, sexuality, soulmate and kindred relationships.

I work with men on intimacy, sex/desire, sexual orientation, and problematic sexual behaviors--porn, compulsive behaviors, ... Finding a middle path can be challenging--and profoundly rewarding as you create new ways of relating to yourself and others. I recognize the anxiety, consequences, and suffering when porn, apps, and sexual behaviors are out of sync with who you want to be.

I am a family therapist and my approach to psychotherapy has been shaped by over thirty years of work with addictions. Helping clients into Recovery has led to a special understanding of the complexities of relationships and the processes of change for individuals, couples, and families. I have spent most of those years seeing couples and families in San Francisco's wonderfully diverse cultural landscape. I am no stranger to the complexities of gender, class and ethnicity as they influence the work of family or individual therapy.

Absolute "sex addiction " elite level expert 25 years 40,000 hours sexual misbehavior specialist psychotherapy provided brings faster recovery. Evidence based research oriented treating of Infidelity/Cheating/Affairs, Prostitution Use, "Seeking Arrangements", Sex Apps, Strip Clubs,Massage Parlors, Sex Misconduct, Certified Specialist. I created government funded sexual misbehavior programs, utilizing highly effective clinical models. I use most up to date understanding to have you change your thinking and learn how to not act out these self destructive actions while simultaneously loving yourself and the life you have. I love to he

Are you a man being troubled by conflict in relationships or dissatisfaction in work? Dark moods, sexual questions? Self-sabotaging ideas, or habits like substances or porn? Doubts or fears about yourself? Being an ally for the male soul under challenge: that is what my work is about.

Growing up did you experience painful or confusing boundary violations? Did someone whom you trusted, respected, or even loved touch you or fondle you in a way that made you feel uncomfortable, scared, or perhaps even made you feel confused and pleasured? Do you feel embarrassed and bothered by your experience, and worry that others will not understand how you have been sexually violated and abused? Do you struggle with managing your romantic relationships, your friendships, as well as your emotions and thoughts because your past uncomfortable experience with sex have made sex and your sexuality confusing, uncomfortable or even overstimulating? You are not alone.

I work with men and women who are seemingly successful and happy but deep down inside feel lost, alone, even if they are in a relationship, and struggle to be present in life or often feel like they don't belong. I treat anxiety and depression through examining unconscious cognitive distortions and repetitive coping mechanisms as well as deep-rooted inner conflicts, insecurity, guilt, shame, family of origin and childhood trauma that manifest in perpetuating self-doubt, career dissatisfactions, and relationship/intimacy difficulties. Clients with prior therapy experiences often report making progress in our initial work together.

Sometimes we feel anxious, depressed, ashamed, disappointed, or just plain numb because we think we should be better, faster, smarter, or simply not have these feelings at all. With the goal of moving forward in a more positive direction, relationship challenges, communication breakdowns, trauma history, substance use dependency, procrastination, fear, isolation, grief, positive expressions of anger, coming out, are just some of the things we work on in therapy. The solutions my clients seek are often found within, and I help them find them with insight, gentle nudging or sometimes with stronger, more direct interventions.

Depression. Anxiety. Self-loathing. Low self-esteem. These are common issues that men face when it comes to mental health challenges, which are enough to make life difficult. Technology doesn't make it any easier as you avoid these issues by spending time on the screen for hours and missing out on real-world relationships and experiences, opting for porn or video games. Trust me I understand, because I’ve been there. My specialty is to work with men to healthily express their needs, build self-trust and develop healthier coping mechanisms. I help you get in touch with who you are, not who you think you should be.

I specialize in working with men approaching or in mid-life (30’s, 40’s, 50’s) who need help with work, relational and personal challenges. Adapting to a transition or preparing to make one, can lead to feeling stuck, anxious, depressed or full of anger. Perhaps you’re in a relationship that is more characterized by conflict rather than love and satisfying sex. Maybe you’re facing loss, feeling disconnected or overwhelmed by your feelings. These experiences can lead to addiction, isolation and compulsive behaviors. I’ve worked with these issues and I can help you.

Are you a gay man struggling with anxiety, a major life transition, depression or feel isolated from the gay community? While social media and dating apps provide easy ways to stay connected and meet new people, they may not provide the type of intimacy you want. As a gay therapist, I understand our experiences are as diverse as everyone else's, and at the same time, there are aspects of our lives that are unique to us and our community. During our work together, you will gain deeper insight into your problems, develop skills to change unhelpful patterns and feel more empowered to achieve the happiness and fulfillment you deserve.