Male Therapists in San Lorenzo, CA
We're artists, leaning into the world & willing our lives. And rapture, an essential feeling, leads us outward to be more truly ‘there’. Heidegger thus interprets Nietzsche’s “will to power:” A strong, full-bodied interest & movement towards the world, before us as a possibility but not always chosen. Poignantly, Heidegger (1961) names a “fallen” state: “Of someone who is intoxicated...he [sic] 'has' something like rapture. But his is not enraptured. The rapture of intoxication [does not raise one] beyond himself. What we are here calling rapture is merely...being 'soused,' something depriv[ing] us of every possible state of being."
We're artists, leaning into the world & willing our lives. And rapture, an essential feeling, leads us outward to be more truly ‘there’. Heidegger thus interprets Nietzsche’s “will to power:” A strong, full-bodied interest & movement towards the world, before us as a possibility but not always chosen. Poignantly, Heidegger (1961) names a “fallen” state: “Of someone who is intoxicated...he [sic] 'has' something like rapture. But his is not enraptured. The rapture of intoxication [does not raise one] beyond himself. What we are here calling rapture is merely...being 'soused,' something depriv[ing] us of every possible state of being."
Welcome, and congratulations on taking your first step towards improved mental health. I provide a safe, accepting, and mindful environment as well as culturally sensitive services for adolescents, adults, and families. Are you experiencing difficulties with emotional stress, such as anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and post-traumatic stress? I can help with gaining insight and personal growth.
Welcome, and congratulations on taking your first step towards improved mental health. I provide a safe, accepting, and mindful environment as well as culturally sensitive services for adolescents, adults, and families. Are you experiencing difficulties with emotional stress, such as anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and post-traumatic stress? I can help with gaining insight and personal growth.
Hello, I'm Erik Kahn, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist 146734. My approach to therapy is compassionate and collaborative, focusing on helping you navigate challenges and rediscover joy in your life. I specialize in relationship issues, stress management, and personal growth, and I'm here to support you in achieving a fulfilling and balanced life.
Hello, I'm Erik Kahn, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist 146734. My approach to therapy is compassionate and collaborative, focusing on helping you navigate challenges and rediscover joy in your life. I specialize in relationship issues, stress management, and personal growth, and I'm here to support you in achieving a fulfilling and balanced life.
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I use an integrative approach that is based on the individual needs of the people in front of me and begins with compassion and empathy. I believe forming a strong therapeutic relationship is key for therapy to be successful. Rooted in person-centered therapy, I use empathy, respect, humor, and curiosity to guide treatment. From there, I weave various evidenced based practices together like Solution-Focused, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment therapy, attachment theory and mindfulness strategies to challenge, empower, build insight and guide you to healthier ways of managing life.
I use an integrative approach that is based on the individual needs of the people in front of me and begins with compassion and empathy. I believe forming a strong therapeutic relationship is key for therapy to be successful. Rooted in person-centered therapy, I use empathy, respect, humor, and curiosity to guide treatment. From there, I weave various evidenced based practices together like Solution-Focused, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment therapy, attachment theory and mindfulness strategies to challenge, empower, build insight and guide you to healthier ways of managing life.
In a field with very few recognized experts, Dr. Lee is an acknowledged professional in the assessment and treatment of persons with addictive sexual disorders and domestic violence.Clients come to us for professional and compassionate guidance in creating the most appropriate treatment plan for their success.
In a field with very few recognized experts, Dr. Lee is an acknowledged professional in the assessment and treatment of persons with addictive sexual disorders and domestic violence.Clients come to us for professional and compassionate guidance in creating the most appropriate treatment plan for their success.
I provide mental health treatment to individual adults, couples and adolescents. I'm an empathetic therapist who helps clients navigate and improve their sense of self and family/partner relationships. I specialize in anxiety, stress, and depression and relationships using a variety of therapeutic modalities to help my patients begin to make progress and start feeling better. My approach to therapy varies based on the individual needs of each client I work with. I enjoy assisting clients navigate and improve their sense of self and family/partner relationships.
I provide mental health treatment to individual adults, couples and adolescents. I'm an empathetic therapist who helps clients navigate and improve their sense of self and family/partner relationships. I specialize in anxiety, stress, and depression and relationships using a variety of therapeutic modalities to help my patients begin to make progress and start feeling better. My approach to therapy varies based on the individual needs of each client I work with. I enjoy assisting clients navigate and improve their sense of self and family/partner relationships.
Life comes with many challenges and uncertainties. At times these challenges can create some imbalance for all of us. I provide a warm, caring and sensitive place, giving my clients the space to explore ways in which to navigate life’s joys, disappointments and challenges. I work alongside you to explore the impact these challenges place on your life and work together to identify your goals that will help you regain balance and improve your mental and physical well-being. After a career in international business I made the transition to counseling, which has provided me unique insight and firsthand experience with changes
Life comes with many challenges and uncertainties. At times these challenges can create some imbalance for all of us. I provide a warm, caring and sensitive place, giving my clients the space to explore ways in which to navigate life’s joys, disappointments and challenges. I work alongside you to explore the impact these challenges place on your life and work together to identify your goals that will help you regain balance and improve your mental and physical well-being. After a career in international business I made the transition to counseling, which has provided me unique insight and firsthand experience with changes
Joshua Pasewaldt, LMFT 106522. I work with couples and individuals, utilizing a combination of tools and skills from multiple therapeutic approaches (cognitive to behavioral therapy, solution-focused, gestalt, and trail-focused cognitive therapy). I have worked with ADHD, anger management, anxiety, dual diagnosis, OCD, addiction, depression, grief and loss, personality disorders, and relationship conflict/distress. My communication style is often described as somewhat conversational with epiphanies that hit deep.
Joshua Pasewaldt, LMFT 106522. I work with couples and individuals, utilizing a combination of tools and skills from multiple therapeutic approaches (cognitive to behavioral therapy, solution-focused, gestalt, and trail-focused cognitive therapy). I have worked with ADHD, anger management, anxiety, dual diagnosis, OCD, addiction, depression, grief and loss, personality disorders, and relationship conflict/distress. My communication style is often described as somewhat conversational with epiphanies that hit deep.
Welcome. Virtual and in person sessions available. My individual and couple clients are motivated for change, open to self-exploration, and committed to growth. They value empathy, trust, and collaboration, seeking a safe space to express themselves without judgment. Their goals include gaining insight into their difficulties, developing coping skills, and fostering personal growth. They want to overcome obstacles, heal past wounds, and/or to find greater happiness and fulfillment in their lives.
Welcome. Virtual and in person sessions available. My individual and couple clients are motivated for change, open to self-exploration, and committed to growth. They value empathy, trust, and collaboration, seeking a safe space to express themselves without judgment. Their goals include gaining insight into their difficulties, developing coping skills, and fostering personal growth. They want to overcome obstacles, heal past wounds, and/or to find greater happiness and fulfillment in their lives.
My work focuses on LGBTQ+ & BIPOC issues relating to anxiety and depression, with an emphasis on relationships and sex. Common topics include relationship anxiety and ambivalence, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), hook-up culture, non-monogamy, kink, infidelity, and problematic sex and porn use. I am a professional member of the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists (AASECT) as well as the International OCD Foundation (IOCDF).
My work focuses on LGBTQ+ & BIPOC issues relating to anxiety and depression, with an emphasis on relationships and sex. Common topics include relationship anxiety and ambivalence, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), hook-up culture, non-monogamy, kink, infidelity, and problematic sex and porn use. I am a professional member of the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists (AASECT) as well as the International OCD Foundation (IOCDF).
Mr. Santilli works with children, teens, parents and individual adults.
He approaches his cases by providing an individualized, culturally appropriate, and holistic treatment to every client he works with through evidence-based practices. His areas of practice include anxiety (e.g. generalized anxiety, social anxiety and phobias), depression, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, learning disabilities, emotion regulation disorders, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, LGBTQ+ identity exploration, relationship and parenting challenges, and family changes.
Mr. Santilli works with children, teens, parents and individual adults.
He approaches his cases by providing an individualized, culturally appropriate, and holistic treatment to every client he works with through evidence-based practices. His areas of practice include anxiety (e.g. generalized anxiety, social anxiety and phobias), depression, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, learning disabilities, emotion regulation disorders, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, LGBTQ+ identity exploration, relationship and parenting challenges, and family changes.
For the past 20 years, I have specialized in the treatment of eating disorders and co-authored the book It Was Never About the Food. During this time, I’ve had the privilege of supporting clients as they transition back to their daily lives after stabilizing from eating disorder-related symptoms. This work naturally led me to another area of passion: sports and performance therapy.
For the past 20 years, I have specialized in the treatment of eating disorders and co-authored the book It Was Never About the Food. During this time, I’ve had the privilege of supporting clients as they transition back to their daily lives after stabilizing from eating disorder-related symptoms. This work naturally led me to another area of passion: sports and performance therapy.
Hi there, I'm Erik! Taking the first step toward therapy can feel both brave and uncertain. I offer a supportive space to explore your experiences, heal from trauma, and find balance through life’s changes. I work with trauma, anxiety, depression, and transitions. When you’re ready, I invite you to begin your journey toward healing. I use CBT, narrative, and solution-focused therapies to help you gain clarity, reframe unhelpful thoughts, and discover new perspectives. Together, we’ll build on your strengths, set achievable goals, and create practical steps toward healing and growth.
Hi there, I'm Erik! Taking the first step toward therapy can feel both brave and uncertain. I offer a supportive space to explore your experiences, heal from trauma, and find balance through life’s changes. I work with trauma, anxiety, depression, and transitions. When you’re ready, I invite you to begin your journey toward healing. I use CBT, narrative, and solution-focused therapies to help you gain clarity, reframe unhelpful thoughts, and discover new perspectives. Together, we’ll build on your strengths, set achievable goals, and create practical steps toward healing and growth.
Has your relationship become an angry, sad, or scary place leaving you feeling alone, hurt and discouraged? Are you and your partner feeling lost in conflict cycles you don’t understand and desperately want to change? Many of the couples I work with come to therapy feeling just like you. I understand how much courage it takes to reach out for help and to let another person get inside your relationship, especially when you are feeling so vulnerable. If you are searching for a safe place to explore what's not working in your relationship, and support in creating solutions, I can help.
Has your relationship become an angry, sad, or scary place leaving you feeling alone, hurt and discouraged? Are you and your partner feeling lost in conflict cycles you don’t understand and desperately want to change? Many of the couples I work with come to therapy feeling just like you. I understand how much courage it takes to reach out for help and to let another person get inside your relationship, especially when you are feeling so vulnerable. If you are searching for a safe place to explore what's not working in your relationship, and support in creating solutions, I can help.
You are always becoming the person that you are. My approach to depth psychotherapy starts from this premise. Who a person is and how they come to understand themselves is an on-going life-long process. There are times in life when that process is disrupted and as a consequence, we suffer—struggling to locate ourselves and find our way forward. That suffering is best alleviated through collaborative understanding and insight building. In this way, my approach is a holistic one—as I see each individual as a sum of their total life experiences rather than a collection of symptoms.
You are always becoming the person that you are. My approach to depth psychotherapy starts from this premise. Who a person is and how they come to understand themselves is an on-going life-long process. There are times in life when that process is disrupted and as a consequence, we suffer—struggling to locate ourselves and find our way forward. That suffering is best alleviated through collaborative understanding and insight building. In this way, my approach is a holistic one—as I see each individual as a sum of their total life experiences rather than a collection of symptoms.
Jamie Moran, LCSW, CGP, has worked in Mental Health and Health Care since 1984, focusing on individuals, couples, groups, and organizations. He currently leads five psychotherapy groups for Gay Men weekly in San Francisco. Current groups are primarily in the office with all groups having a Zoom option (hybrid). Coming In February/March 2026 a Training Group will be offered in person on Tuesday or Wednesday, daytime hours. This group will include both group therapists and non group leaders.
Jamie Moran, LCSW, CGP, has worked in Mental Health and Health Care since 1984, focusing on individuals, couples, groups, and organizations. He currently leads five psychotherapy groups for Gay Men weekly in San Francisco. Current groups are primarily in the office with all groups having a Zoom option (hybrid). Coming In February/March 2026 a Training Group will be offered in person on Tuesday or Wednesday, daytime hours. This group will include both group therapists and non group leaders.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California with over 9 years of clinical experience. My work has allowed me to engage and support clients challenged by depression, anxiety, adjustment situations, trauma, loss and grieving, and addictive substances. I utilize client-centered and solution-based approaches in my therapeutic work and strongly advocate for the client to determine what priorities are most significant in the therapeutic relationship.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California with over 9 years of clinical experience. My work has allowed me to engage and support clients challenged by depression, anxiety, adjustment situations, trauma, loss and grieving, and addictive substances. I utilize client-centered and solution-based approaches in my therapeutic work and strongly advocate for the client to determine what priorities are most significant in the therapeutic relationship.
In our first session together we will engage in introductions and then dive in to an assessment of what brings you to therapy. I will explore with you different areas of your life to identify life stressors that may be influencing the presenting problem. I will provide education where it is needed and discuss limits to confidentiality. We will also explore any past experiences you have with therapy, coping strategies and insight you've developed regarding the presenting problem. This will help us later set goals and identify the best approach to addressing challenges.
In our first session together we will engage in introductions and then dive in to an assessment of what brings you to therapy. I will explore with you different areas of your life to identify life stressors that may be influencing the presenting problem. I will provide education where it is needed and discuss limits to confidentiality. We will also explore any past experiences you have with therapy, coping strategies and insight you've developed regarding the presenting problem. This will help us later set goals and identify the best approach to addressing challenges.
I work best with the misfits: geeks & nerds, punks, skaters, artists, musicians, writers, and activists. . . those who "rage against the dying of the light." My area of expertise consists in helping with difficulties in relationships. Such difficulties include finding and sustaining healthy intimacy, healing from a painful break-up or divorce, school-related problems, recovering from major loss, and growing up in difficult circumstances. I am particularly suited to helping those who have cultivated their intellects and creativity but would now like to develop a greater awareness of their emotional world.
I work best with the misfits: geeks & nerds, punks, skaters, artists, musicians, writers, and activists. . . those who "rage against the dying of the light." My area of expertise consists in helping with difficulties in relationships. Such difficulties include finding and sustaining healthy intimacy, healing from a painful break-up or divorce, school-related problems, recovering from major loss, and growing up in difficult circumstances. I am particularly suited to helping those who have cultivated their intellects and creativity but would now like to develop a greater awareness of their emotional world.
Whether you’re struggling with caregiving for a loved one, work or school, or dealing with a physical health condition, life can be overwhelming. Choosing therapy can bring the relief you are looking for. I have helped many people find this kind of relief, whether from depression, trauma, grief or just feeling overwhelmed day to day.
While there are often no easy solutions, learning ways to calm our bodies and minds and learning who we are outside of the problem can give you the hope you need to keep going and even change your life.
If you feel like you need to talk, please click the Contact Me button to schedule.
Take care.
Whether you’re struggling with caregiving for a loved one, work or school, or dealing with a physical health condition, life can be overwhelming. Choosing therapy can bring the relief you are looking for. I have helped many people find this kind of relief, whether from depression, trauma, grief or just feeling overwhelmed day to day.
While there are often no easy solutions, learning ways to calm our bodies and minds and learning who we are outside of the problem can give you the hope you need to keep going and even change your life.
If you feel like you need to talk, please click the Contact Me button to schedule.
Take care.
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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.