Male Therapists in Santa Barbara, CA
I have particular expertise with Men's Issues.
Whatever your problems are - be they a longstanding sense of feeling "off" (anxiety or depression), struggles in important relationships, or a lack of meaning in work, you are looking for ways to move forward in your life. I offer psychodynamic therapy - an immersive and depth-oriented form of therapy aimed to restore hope, creativity toward stuck problems, and enhanced quality of life. I believe effective psychotherapy blends support and skillful challenge, and I am best suited to clients who are open, curious about themselves, and motivated to challenge old patterns and ways of relating to self and others.
I have particular expertise with Men's Issues.
Whatever your problems are - be they a longstanding sense of feeling "off" (anxiety or depression), struggles in important relationships, or a lack of meaning in work, you are looking for ways to move forward in your life. I offer psychodynamic therapy - an immersive and depth-oriented form of therapy aimed to restore hope, creativity toward stuck problems, and enhanced quality of life. I believe effective psychotherapy blends support and skillful challenge, and I am best suited to clients who are open, curious about themselves, and motivated to challenge old patterns and ways of relating to self and others.
We all struggle with the difficult experiences life presents, experiences that are linked to life’s pleasures and joys. We can face loneliness and loss, feelings of unworthiness, unexpected changes and the stress that comes with demanding circumstances. I work with adults suffering from depression, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma, difficulties in work or school, feelings of being without meaning or purpose, feeling alone, and other forms of psychological pain. My goal is to provide a safe and nonjudgmental environment to explore, find meaning, connect more deeply with others, and reconnect with the deepest parts of yourself.
We all struggle with the difficult experiences life presents, experiences that are linked to life’s pleasures and joys. We can face loneliness and loss, feelings of unworthiness, unexpected changes and the stress that comes with demanding circumstances. I work with adults suffering from depression, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma, difficulties in work or school, feelings of being without meaning or purpose, feeling alone, and other forms of psychological pain. My goal is to provide a safe and nonjudgmental environment to explore, find meaning, connect more deeply with others, and reconnect with the deepest parts of yourself.
On paper, everything looks good. You have a good job, you’re in a relationship and you live somewhere great. You did all the things you were told would make you happy and for some reason, you are feeling off, disconnected or empty. You may be asking yourself, “what’s the point” or “is this all there is?” You are wanting more, but aren’t entirely sure what that is. You may be drinking, relying on substances or food to deal with these feelings. You’re wanting to make a change and it’s the time do it. This has probably been the case for some time. Well, nothing changes if nothing changes.
On paper, everything looks good. You have a good job, you’re in a relationship and you live somewhere great. You did all the things you were told would make you happy and for some reason, you are feeling off, disconnected or empty. You may be asking yourself, “what’s the point” or “is this all there is?” You are wanting more, but aren’t entirely sure what that is. You may be drinking, relying on substances or food to deal with these feelings. You’re wanting to make a change and it’s the time do it. This has probably been the case for some time. Well, nothing changes if nothing changes.
I specialize in treating: Depression; BiPolar Disorder; Dissociation; Psychosis; Marital Conflict; Infidelity/Affairs; Divorce Recovery; Relationship Problems; Men's Issues; Life Transitions; Senior Issues; Anxiety; Career Stress; Cancer; and Business Coaching.
-- I Provide Telephone Therapy & Videoconference Sessions -- I work best with motivated adults who are committed to working on clearly identified psychological and relationship problems. My clients have tried to solve issues on their own but eventually recognize a need for professional assistance. They realize that therapists have no magical quick cures and that treatment takes courage, persistence and risk-taking. My clients learn that seeking help is a strength, not a weakness. They develop trust in the therapeutic relationship and make lasting gains. I honor each one.
I specialize in treating: Depression; BiPolar Disorder; Dissociation; Psychosis; Marital Conflict; Infidelity/Affairs; Divorce Recovery; Relationship Problems; Men's Issues; Life Transitions; Senior Issues; Anxiety; Career Stress; Cancer; and Business Coaching.
-- I Provide Telephone Therapy & Videoconference Sessions -- I work best with motivated adults who are committed to working on clearly identified psychological and relationship problems. My clients have tried to solve issues on their own but eventually recognize a need for professional assistance. They realize that therapists have no magical quick cures and that treatment takes courage, persistence and risk-taking. My clients learn that seeking help is a strength, not a weakness. They develop trust in the therapeutic relationship and make lasting gains. I honor each one.
Gregory P Young II
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Online Only
My name is Greg Young. I am an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, Parent Coach, and Facilitator. For the last 15 years, I have worked my hardest to find the simplest ways to assist people transforming their struggles. I have supported countless families, couples, and individuals work through crisis, navigate communication challenges, disruptive behavioral issues, toxic dynamics, and design last-resort interventions. Reaching out can be the hardest part. I'm glad you're here! Vulnerability may be your greatest strength to make the changes you really want to see. I look forward to embarking on this adventure with you!
My name is Greg Young. I am an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, Parent Coach, and Facilitator. For the last 15 years, I have worked my hardest to find the simplest ways to assist people transforming their struggles. I have supported countless families, couples, and individuals work through crisis, navigate communication challenges, disruptive behavioral issues, toxic dynamics, and design last-resort interventions. Reaching out can be the hardest part. I'm glad you're here! Vulnerability may be your greatest strength to make the changes you really want to see. I look forward to embarking on this adventure with you!
Stuart S Light
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MEd, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
My primary focus in therapy is on the problems that develop in intimate relationships. In today's world the interactions within the couple relationship are impacted by rapidly changing societal patterns and many conflicting demands and pressures. Partners also bring their own family and psychological histories that cause problems in relating that are often subtle and confusing. I use a non-judgmental, compassionate approach to help intimate partners, married, considering marriage, or contemplating separation or divorce, work through their problems and find a path forward to the happiest present, and future possible.
My primary focus in therapy is on the problems that develop in intimate relationships. In today's world the interactions within the couple relationship are impacted by rapidly changing societal patterns and many conflicting demands and pressures. Partners also bring their own family and psychological histories that cause problems in relating that are often subtle and confusing. I use a non-judgmental, compassionate approach to help intimate partners, married, considering marriage, or contemplating separation or divorce, work through their problems and find a path forward to the happiest present, and future possible.
I have facilitated hundreds of men, adolescents and youth at risk in native teachings and traditions.
"Over the past 20 years I have supported clients in overcoming challenges and empowering their authentic selves. Through counseling, coaching, and group work, I've helped them activate their inner resources and realize their inherent potential. I believe growth is served by identifying and integrating core material which obstructs access to essence, passion, and life purpose. Enhancing self-awareness, employing mindfulness and nonviolence, I help clients listen to their Body's Intelligence ©, connect to inner wisdom, and take courageous action.
I have facilitated hundreds of men, adolescents and youth at risk in native teachings and traditions.
"Over the past 20 years I have supported clients in overcoming challenges and empowering their authentic selves. Through counseling, coaching, and group work, I've helped them activate their inner resources and realize their inherent potential. I believe growth is served by identifying and integrating core material which obstructs access to essence, passion, and life purpose. Enhancing self-awareness, employing mindfulness and nonviolence, I help clients listen to their Body's Intelligence ©, connect to inner wisdom, and take courageous action.
Michael Cardella
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, RADT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Life can sometimes feel like it’s closing in when you’re caught in patterns of rigid thinking—when you believe that things can’t ever change, that you’re not capable, or that the world is unforgiving and unsafe. These kinds of beliefs can fuel a cycle of anxiety, depression, and isolation, making it hard to feel at ease with yourself or engage fully with others.
Life can sometimes feel like it’s closing in when you’re caught in patterns of rigid thinking—when you believe that things can’t ever change, that you’re not capable, or that the world is unforgiving and unsafe. These kinds of beliefs can fuel a cycle of anxiety, depression, and isolation, making it hard to feel at ease with yourself or engage fully with others.
Jack Otto Johnson
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
I have had the privilege of working with individuals diagnosed with severe mental illness and persistent emotional disturbance within the residential setting, allowing me to cultivate skills such as conflict resolution, crisis management and skill building as well as continuing to strengthen skills like listening, patience, and the development of a working alliance. I believe that my personal and professional experiences have allowed me to develop a solid belief and understanding that meaningful psychotherapy centered around trust, honesty, and a shared understanding of goals can truly change oneself and the life one wants to lead.
I have had the privilege of working with individuals diagnosed with severe mental illness and persistent emotional disturbance within the residential setting, allowing me to cultivate skills such as conflict resolution, crisis management and skill building as well as continuing to strengthen skills like listening, patience, and the development of a working alliance. I believe that my personal and professional experiences have allowed me to develop a solid belief and understanding that meaningful psychotherapy centered around trust, honesty, and a shared understanding of goals can truly change oneself and the life one wants to lead.
Daniel Lee Spach
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Santa Barbara, CA 93105
As your therapist, I strive to empower you to overcome personal challenges, activate your inner resources, develop a deeper level of trust in your self and your inherent potential, and reclaim ownership of your life and purpose. I have an affinity for working with clients seeking to transform their lives and enhance their relationships with themselves, others, and the natural world. Improved emotional intelligence, mindful self-awareness, communication skills, trauma and grief processing---will support you in developing self-compassion, eliminating personal obstacles, coping with your daily life, and finding a more balanced, attuned, and connected way of being.
As your therapist, I strive to empower you to overcome personal challenges, activate your inner resources, develop a deeper level of trust in your self and your inherent potential, and reclaim ownership of your life and purpose. I have an affinity for working with clients seeking to transform their lives and enhance their relationships with themselves, others, and the natural world. Improved emotional intelligence, mindful self-awareness, communication skills, trauma and grief processing---will support you in developing self-compassion, eliminating personal obstacles, coping with your daily life, and finding a more balanced, attuned, and connected way of being.
Some people sense wisdom within dark or difficult places—and seek support to learn and grow through them. Anxiety, depression, and addiction are not merely signs of pathology, but expressions of a larger system seeking awareness. These experiences may be intimately connected to one’s greatest gifts: one's sensitivity, insight, and drive toward growth—qualities that may be misunderstood or misdirected.
Some people sense wisdom within dark or difficult places—and seek support to learn and grow through them. Anxiety, depression, and addiction are not merely signs of pathology, but expressions of a larger system seeking awareness. These experiences may be intimately connected to one’s greatest gifts: one's sensitivity, insight, and drive toward growth—qualities that may be misunderstood or misdirected.
Meet Our Male Therapists
Dr. Douglas D Johnson
Psychological Associate, PsyD, MA, MAOM
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Have you been struggling with an alcohol or substance use disorder? Are you looking for someone who understands the struggles you are facing based on personal experience? My doctoral dissertation on substance abuse has provided me with broad knowledge of evidenced based strategies used to treat addiction. I have experience supporting my clients that seek help in the following areas, relationships, spirituality, stress, depression, and anxiety. The use of inspiration and humor are common in session. Please contact me to schedule a free consultation. I'm looking forward to hearing about how I may be of assistance to you.
Have you been struggling with an alcohol or substance use disorder? Are you looking for someone who understands the struggles you are facing based on personal experience? My doctoral dissertation on substance abuse has provided me with broad knowledge of evidenced based strategies used to treat addiction. I have experience supporting my clients that seek help in the following areas, relationships, spirituality, stress, depression, and anxiety. The use of inspiration and humor are common in session. Please contact me to schedule a free consultation. I'm looking forward to hearing about how I may be of assistance to you.
I have designed a therapy protocol for the early identification and management of anxiety , combined with understanding and working with the psychological themes that activate and escalate anxiety . This protocol leads to the reduction of anxiety and the overall suffering that anxiety causes in life .
I have designed a therapy protocol for the early identification and management of anxiety , combined with understanding and working with the psychological themes that activate and escalate anxiety . This protocol leads to the reduction of anxiety and the overall suffering that anxiety causes in life .
Albert Breton
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Navigating the challenges of life can be overwhelming and confusing, especially without support. If you’re reading this, you've already taken the first step in your healing journey and I’d be honored to accompany you. I work with clients to help increase their awareness and understanding, develop and gain skills to make lasting change, and overall honor and become intentional with their emotional experience.
Navigating the challenges of life can be overwhelming and confusing, especially without support. If you’re reading this, you've already taken the first step in your healing journey and I’d be honored to accompany you. I work with clients to help increase their awareness and understanding, develop and gain skills to make lasting change, and overall honor and become intentional with their emotional experience.
If you are in the grips of anxiety, troubled relationships, grief, or other issues that threaten to overwhelm your ability to function or be happy in your life, I look forward to working with you in a safe and non-judgmental way. I use a collaborative approach and actively seek your feedback to provide you with therapy that matches your needs and respects your goals.
If you are in the grips of anxiety, troubled relationships, grief, or other issues that threaten to overwhelm your ability to function or be happy in your life, I look forward to working with you in a safe and non-judgmental way. I use a collaborative approach and actively seek your feedback to provide you with therapy that matches your needs and respects your goals.
Ryan Beveridge
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Let’s be honest—being human can be a rather wild and absurd experience. Navigating both our inner and outer worlds can often feel overwhelming. This is where I can lend a helping hand. I have been fortunate to have wonderful people walk alongside me and support me in my life, and I want to provide that same experience for you.
Let’s be honest—being human can be a rather wild and absurd experience. Navigating both our inner and outer worlds can often feel overwhelming. This is where I can lend a helping hand. I have been fortunate to have wonderful people walk alongside me and support me in my life, and I want to provide that same experience for you.
Hello! I’m a licensed psychologist dedicated to helping people navigate challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, and spiritual or religious concerns. My approach is engaging, proactive, and straightforward. I aim to help you feel more at ease with your emotions while fostering understanding and acceptance of yourself and your past. I have a special interest in supporting children from dysfunctional, narcissistic, or alcoholic families in discovering peace, clarity, and confidence. (As of March 28, 2025, I am accepting new clients.)
Hello! I’m a licensed psychologist dedicated to helping people navigate challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, and spiritual or religious concerns. My approach is engaging, proactive, and straightforward. I aim to help you feel more at ease with your emotions while fostering understanding and acceptance of yourself and your past. I have a special interest in supporting children from dysfunctional, narcissistic, or alcoholic families in discovering peace, clarity, and confidence. (As of March 28, 2025, I am accepting new clients.)
I am the CEO and co-founder of NeuroField, Inc.,a company that develops specialized neurostimulation modalities designed to restore functionality to your brain. Have you ever wondered why psychotherapy fails? Have you or a family member suffered from an injury that impacts the way your brain functions? Do you or your child have problems academically or socially? If your brain is damaged, it's hard to learn new skills and function in the world. One way to correct these problems is with neurotherapy. I am an expert in neurotherpy and have been practicing in the field since 1987.
I am the CEO and co-founder of NeuroField, Inc.,a company that develops specialized neurostimulation modalities designed to restore functionality to your brain. Have you ever wondered why psychotherapy fails? Have you or a family member suffered from an injury that impacts the way your brain functions? Do you or your child have problems academically or socially? If your brain is damaged, it's hard to learn new skills and function in the world. One way to correct these problems is with neurotherapy. I am an expert in neurotherpy and have been practicing in the field since 1987.
Life happens—sometimes suddenly, other times quietly urging us forward. The fact that you're here tells me you've felt one of these intuitions and are ready to open up and take action. Congratulations! You've already taken a powerful step forward. In therapy, we explore how to cultivate resilience and build a deeper connection to your authentic self. Together we'll unpack what's been going on in your world so you can move forward with tools an strategies geared towards building a happy and thriving life. Please reach out if you're pursuing therapy for the first time, returning with new goals in mind, or just need someone to talk to.
Life happens—sometimes suddenly, other times quietly urging us forward. The fact that you're here tells me you've felt one of these intuitions and are ready to open up and take action. Congratulations! You've already taken a powerful step forward. In therapy, we explore how to cultivate resilience and build a deeper connection to your authentic self. Together we'll unpack what's been going on in your world so you can move forward with tools an strategies geared towards building a happy and thriving life. Please reach out if you're pursuing therapy for the first time, returning with new goals in mind, or just need someone to talk to.
I work primarily with men who have hit “rock bottom” and would like help getting up.
My goal for each man I work with is to provide hope and support while facilitating the recovery process. This usually requires us to dig deep and figure out why we engage in destructive behaviors. It also requires us to develop a treatment plan that specifically targets the maladaptive behaviors and reduces the chance of relapse.
I work primarily with men who have hit “rock bottom” and would like help getting up.
My goal for each man I work with is to provide hope and support while facilitating the recovery process. This usually requires us to dig deep and figure out why we engage in destructive behaviors. It also requires us to develop a treatment plan that specifically targets the maladaptive behaviors and reduces the chance of relapse.
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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.