Male Therapists in Upland, CA
Beginning therapy is a powerful step toward healing, and I’m here to support you every step of the way. My goal is to offer a safe, compassionate space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions, work through challenges, and develop the tools necessary to create meaningful change in your life. I am committed to providing services that align with your unique identity and experiences. I work with children, adolescents, and adults facing struggles with motivation, anger, emotional regulation, and family dynamics. Using CBT and Gestalt Therapy, I help clients from diverse backgrounds manage emotions and develop coping skills.
Beginning therapy is a powerful step toward healing, and I’m here to support you every step of the way. My goal is to offer a safe, compassionate space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions, work through challenges, and develop the tools necessary to create meaningful change in your life. I am committed to providing services that align with your unique identity and experiences. I work with children, adolescents, and adults facing struggles with motivation, anger, emotional regulation, and family dynamics. Using CBT and Gestalt Therapy, I help clients from diverse backgrounds manage emotions and develop coping skills.
**ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS** My focus is to provide support for individuals, couples and family systems to find healing and identify each individual's inner strengths.
**ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS** My focus is to provide support for individuals, couples and family systems to find healing and identify each individual's inner strengths.
I work with children, adolescents, and couples facing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship concerns, life transitions, behavioral difficulties, and emotional regulation difficulties. Together, we will build insight into patterns that may be keeping you stuck and develop tools to support healing, growth, and healthier relationships.
I work with children, adolescents, and couples facing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship concerns, life transitions, behavioral difficulties, and emotional regulation difficulties. Together, we will build insight into patterns that may be keeping you stuck and develop tools to support healing, growth, and healthier relationships.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in California. My approach to therapy is client-centered; that is, I want to work on what you want to work on! You are the expert of your own life, and I am here to offer insight to help you meet your goals. My career has been focused on working with children, adolescents, and adults who have been mandated to therapy. At this time, I would like to work with and adults who are motivated to engage in the therapeutic process.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in California. My approach to therapy is client-centered; that is, I want to work on what you want to work on! You are the expert of your own life, and I am here to offer insight to help you meet your goals. My career has been focused on working with children, adolescents, and adults who have been mandated to therapy. At this time, I would like to work with and adults who are motivated to engage in the therapeutic process.
My name is Manny Vazquez, and I have been working with families, couples and children since 2002. I can assist you in healing your relationships by helping you to strengthen family bonds. I believe in promoting effective communication and collaborative problem solving by establishing an effective treatment plan. If you are dealing with depression, anxiety, grief, trauma or any other problem that is affecting your relationships, I would be glad to come alongside you and help you heal.
My name is Manny Vazquez, and I have been working with families, couples and children since 2002. I can assist you in healing your relationships by helping you to strengthen family bonds. I believe in promoting effective communication and collaborative problem solving by establishing an effective treatment plan. If you are dealing with depression, anxiety, grief, trauma or any other problem that is affecting your relationships, I would be glad to come alongside you and help you heal.
My name is Randall Walker. I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. I work with individual adults, couples, and families. Although I work with those seeking solutions for a variety of issues, I am especially interested in working with people who are recovering from substance use issues. I work from a strengths-based, cognitive-behavioral approach. I help people identify what worked for them in the past and how they might apply past solutions to their current situation.
My name is Randall Walker. I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. I work with individual adults, couples, and families. Although I work with those seeking solutions for a variety of issues, I am especially interested in working with people who are recovering from substance use issues. I work from a strengths-based, cognitive-behavioral approach. I help people identify what worked for them in the past and how they might apply past solutions to their current situation.
Life is a compilation of panoramic photographs. When our images are torn, we attempt to tape them back together, often fixating on the imperfections. Well, let’s step back for a moment — have you ever retaken a photo and thought, “Wait, this photo looks better than the last one”? What if that was possible for our lives, too? The key is repositioning ourselves and examining our camera's point of view. I dare you to be the photographer of your life. I want to see your photo album; you do not need to edit your photographs to make yourself look more appealing—trust me, you are already enough. :)
Life is a compilation of panoramic photographs. When our images are torn, we attempt to tape them back together, often fixating on the imperfections. Well, let’s step back for a moment — have you ever retaken a photo and thought, “Wait, this photo looks better than the last one”? What if that was possible for our lives, too? The key is repositioning ourselves and examining our camera's point of view. I dare you to be the photographer of your life. I want to see your photo album; you do not need to edit your photographs to make yourself look more appealing—trust me, you are already enough. :)
Does life feel like a chore? Do you struggle with the stress of life? Therapy can be a powerful way to learn to accept oneself, heal past wounds, and give us the strength to move through our challenges. If you are suffering from depression, anxiety, life trauma, or complex transitions, I can help you build confidence, learn coping skills, and receive the emotional support you need to feel seen, heard, and feel validated in order to meet your challenges through learning and growing so you may live your most authentic life.
Does life feel like a chore? Do you struggle with the stress of life? Therapy can be a powerful way to learn to accept oneself, heal past wounds, and give us the strength to move through our challenges. If you are suffering from depression, anxiety, life trauma, or complex transitions, I can help you build confidence, learn coping skills, and receive the emotional support you need to feel seen, heard, and feel validated in order to meet your challenges through learning and growing so you may live your most authentic life.
Hi there, I'm Malcolm! I provide a compassionate space for individuals seeking lasting mental wellness. I integrate evidence-based techniques with a personalized approach to help you overcome challenges and achieve your life goals. Take the first step toward a more fulfilling life by scheduling a consultation with me today. My approach is rooted in humanistic theory, offering you a non-judgmental, empathetic space where you can explore your authentic self and clarify your values. Together, we will focus on cultivating self-acceptance and empowering you to move toward self-actualization and a more meaningful life.
Hi there, I'm Malcolm! I provide a compassionate space for individuals seeking lasting mental wellness. I integrate evidence-based techniques with a personalized approach to help you overcome challenges and achieve your life goals. Take the first step toward a more fulfilling life by scheduling a consultation with me today. My approach is rooted in humanistic theory, offering you a non-judgmental, empathetic space where you can explore your authentic self and clarify your values. Together, we will focus on cultivating self-acceptance and empowering you to move toward self-actualization and a more meaningful life.
You have discovered a highly experienced therapist with a humanistic approach to life's challenges. Are you seeking relief from emotional pain due to depression, anxiety, childhood trauma, divorce, or loss? If so I have over 30 years experience as a psychotherapist working with individuals, couples and families. My expectation is to assist each and every client who enlists my services to meet their identified goals. I believe in establishing a healthy working relationship in the process of addressing desired outcomes. My therapeutic approach is holistic and based on psychodynamic approaches.
You have discovered a highly experienced therapist with a humanistic approach to life's challenges. Are you seeking relief from emotional pain due to depression, anxiety, childhood trauma, divorce, or loss? If so I have over 30 years experience as a psychotherapist working with individuals, couples and families. My expectation is to assist each and every client who enlists my services to meet their identified goals. I believe in establishing a healthy working relationship in the process of addressing desired outcomes. My therapeutic approach is holistic and based on psychodynamic approaches.
Our caring counselors will help you overcome issues that hurt or hinder personal growth, & aid in the healing of wounds that often limit your ability to thrive, be whole, & fulfill your purpose in life. We serve people across the age range looking for help with: relationship issues, depression, anxiety, co-parenting, trauma, PTSD, grief, child abuse, parenting, domestic violence, addiction, anger management, nurturing healthy intimacy, & many other mental and behavioral health issues. We also provide in-home behavior intervention services and parent training for families of children with developmental disabilities.
Our caring counselors will help you overcome issues that hurt or hinder personal growth, & aid in the healing of wounds that often limit your ability to thrive, be whole, & fulfill your purpose in life. We serve people across the age range looking for help with: relationship issues, depression, anxiety, co-parenting, trauma, PTSD, grief, child abuse, parenting, domestic violence, addiction, anger management, nurturing healthy intimacy, & many other mental and behavioral health issues. We also provide in-home behavior intervention services and parent training for families of children with developmental disabilities.
Are you navigating personal or relationship challenges, self worth struggles, grief or loss, or major life transitions? Do you feel stuck between fear and the change you truly want? If you’re seeking peace, confidence, and more fulfilling connections and experiences, I’d be honored to support you. I am a therapist who welcomes individuals from all backgrounds and beliefs, welcomes exploring foundations of faith as pillars for personal strength, and I strive to create a space that is compassionate, respectful, and tailored to your unique experiences and goals.
Are you navigating personal or relationship challenges, self worth struggles, grief or loss, or major life transitions? Do you feel stuck between fear and the change you truly want? If you’re seeking peace, confidence, and more fulfilling connections and experiences, I’d be honored to support you. I am a therapist who welcomes individuals from all backgrounds and beliefs, welcomes exploring foundations of faith as pillars for personal strength, and I strive to create a space that is compassionate, respectful, and tailored to your unique experiences and goals.
A Greek philosopher told us the only thing constant is change; it seems life is full of changes and challenges. When we're confident and strong, we usually adapt fairly well to stresses and struggles. It's different, though, when unpleasant emotions or complex issues seem to drain practically all the energy we can muster just to get through the day. Feeling overly confused or frustrated, maybe even lost or helpless, might mean it's time to reach out for help to identify, work through, and manage whatever is getting in the way of our happiness and peace of mind. I might be just the person who can do that for you.
A Greek philosopher told us the only thing constant is change; it seems life is full of changes and challenges. When we're confident and strong, we usually adapt fairly well to stresses and struggles. It's different, though, when unpleasant emotions or complex issues seem to drain practically all the energy we can muster just to get through the day. Feeling overly confused or frustrated, maybe even lost or helpless, might mean it's time to reach out for help to identify, work through, and manage whatever is getting in the way of our happiness and peace of mind. I might be just the person who can do that for you.
Unresolved hurt, anxiety, depression, anger — these can quietly rob you of joy in yourself and in the people you love. Admitting you're struggling isn't easy, and looking honestly at your past is harder still. Mostly you want to be heard. You want to trust that your relationships are healthy and dependable. Sometimes the questions run deeper: what am I doing with my life? I offer a safe harbor for individuals, couples, and families to bring their pain, build healthier ways of relating, and find greater peace. I specialize in domestic violence and in restoration and recovery from abusive relationships.
Unresolved hurt, anxiety, depression, anger — these can quietly rob you of joy in yourself and in the people you love. Admitting you're struggling isn't easy, and looking honestly at your past is harder still. Mostly you want to be heard. You want to trust that your relationships are healthy and dependable. Sometimes the questions run deeper: what am I doing with my life? I offer a safe harbor for individuals, couples, and families to bring their pain, build healthier ways of relating, and find greater peace. I specialize in domestic violence and in restoration and recovery from abusive relationships.
I work with individuals who are ready to grow, even if they feel uncertain about where to start. Seeking help takes courage, and it’s an honor to guide clients through their transformative journey. As a therapist, I provide support, understanding, and encouragement, helping clients uncover their strengths, process pain, and navigate challenges in a safe space where healing and growth are possible
I work with individuals who are ready to grow, even if they feel uncertain about where to start. Seeking help takes courage, and it’s an honor to guide clients through their transformative journey. As a therapist, I provide support, understanding, and encouragement, helping clients uncover their strengths, process pain, and navigate challenges in a safe space where healing and growth are possible
People select me as a therapist due to my non-judgmental demeanor and 30+ years of experience. I believe it is important to be professional yet not clinically stuffy, humble yet confident and knowledgeable yet still teachable. I love life and people. The mistakes I've made have been my greatest teachers. Nobody's perfect. We all have problems....but we all have room for growth & improvement. It's a crazy world. The goals of being able to keep our feet firmly planted on the ground, in order to fulfill one's responsibilities in life, yet keep one 's 'hand in the sky', in order to experience joy are pragmatic, realistic and attainable.
People select me as a therapist due to my non-judgmental demeanor and 30+ years of experience. I believe it is important to be professional yet not clinically stuffy, humble yet confident and knowledgeable yet still teachable. I love life and people. The mistakes I've made have been my greatest teachers. Nobody's perfect. We all have problems....but we all have room for growth & improvement. It's a crazy world. The goals of being able to keep our feet firmly planted on the ground, in order to fulfill one's responsibilities in life, yet keep one 's 'hand in the sky', in order to experience joy are pragmatic, realistic and attainable.
I believe good therapy meets you where your interests already are. For couples, that often means creating space where partners can be honest with each other again, whether that's working through communication breakdowns, rebuilding trust, or figuring out patterns that keep showing up in the relationship. My approach isn't clinical, it's collaborative, meeting each couple where they are and building genuine connection at their own pace. I love working with couples, helping partners level up their communication and write the next chapter together, so they leave with a stronger foundation for whatever comes next.
I believe good therapy meets you where your interests already are. For couples, that often means creating space where partners can be honest with each other again, whether that's working through communication breakdowns, rebuilding trust, or figuring out patterns that keep showing up in the relationship. My approach isn't clinical, it's collaborative, meeting each couple where they are and building genuine connection at their own pace. I love working with couples, helping partners level up their communication and write the next chapter together, so they leave with a stronger foundation for whatever comes next.
Complex choices, behavioral patterns, genetic dispositions, relationship dynamics, and environmental factors all interact with each other in ways that can be challenging and often debilitating; so my ideal client is ready to discover and confront their true, authentic self in spite of it all. Drawing from years of experience of navigating life’s struggles, whether they be anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or cultural challenges, I understand the need to be seen, heard, and accepted with compassion and truth. Together we will explore who you are, who you want to be, and how to become your authentic self.
Complex choices, behavioral patterns, genetic dispositions, relationship dynamics, and environmental factors all interact with each other in ways that can be challenging and often debilitating; so my ideal client is ready to discover and confront their true, authentic self in spite of it all. Drawing from years of experience of navigating life’s struggles, whether they be anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or cultural challenges, I understand the need to be seen, heard, and accepted with compassion and truth. Together we will explore who you are, who you want to be, and how to become your authentic self.
Congratulations on your fist step towards clarity and relief. Struggles in life can be overwhelming and not having a positive, non-biased support system makes them seem even harder. We understand and are honored to walk this journey along with you. Therapy can be scary that is why we will tailor our approach to your needs and comfort level. We accept a variety of insurances to help lighten the financial cost. If you feel that we can help guide you through your circumstances, please call us.
Congratulations on your fist step towards clarity and relief. Struggles in life can be overwhelming and not having a positive, non-biased support system makes them seem even harder. We understand and are honored to walk this journey along with you. Therapy can be scary that is why we will tailor our approach to your needs and comfort level. We accept a variety of insurances to help lighten the financial cost. If you feel that we can help guide you through your circumstances, please call us.
Taking the first step toward therapy can feel intimidating, especially if you’re used to handling things on your own. Many of my clients are college students or working professionals struggling with anxiety, stress, burnout, relationship concerns, or uncertainty about their direction. I am the Founder and Executive Director of Daybreak Counseling Center, a well-established group practice serving Southern California for over 10 years. I provide a confidential, supportive space to gain clarity, develop coping skills, and make meaningful, lasting changes.
Taking the first step toward therapy can feel intimidating, especially if you’re used to handling things on your own. Many of my clients are college students or working professionals struggling with anxiety, stress, burnout, relationship concerns, or uncertainty about their direction. I am the Founder and Executive Director of Daybreak Counseling Center, a well-established group practice serving Southern California for over 10 years. I provide a confidential, supportive space to gain clarity, develop coping skills, and make meaningful, lasting changes.
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FAQ - Therapist Gender
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.