Male Therapists in Estes Park, CO
A lot of us have a hard time asking for help. Fear, shame, or needing to be self-sufficient are feelings that can get in the way of recognizing when we need help--and reaching out and asking for it. My approach to therapy creates a safe place where sensitive, painful or scary feelings can be openly explored without judgment. We form a partnership to figure out what is going on and how to move forward. I'm actively engaged in our work--it's a partnership, after all--to help you overcome problem behaviors and develop better ways of coping. I am a Clinician with over 10 years experience in Colorado and California.
A lot of us have a hard time asking for help. Fear, shame, or needing to be self-sufficient are feelings that can get in the way of recognizing when we need help--and reaching out and asking for it. My approach to therapy creates a safe place where sensitive, painful or scary feelings can be openly explored without judgment. We form a partnership to figure out what is going on and how to move forward. I'm actively engaged in our work--it's a partnership, after all--to help you overcome problem behaviors and develop better ways of coping. I am a Clinician with over 10 years experience in Colorado and California.
I believe counseling is a collaborative process and starts in the first session as we work together to understand your concerns. My first intention for you is to feel empowered, nurtured, and strengthened by the work we do together. I will work with you to create a safe and trusting space in which you can explore challenges that have hindered your ability to take full advantage of your potential. Together we will work on resolving difficult issues to promote increased self-awareness, understanding, and connection.
I believe counseling is a collaborative process and starts in the first session as we work together to understand your concerns. My first intention for you is to feel empowered, nurtured, and strengthened by the work we do together. I will work with you to create a safe and trusting space in which you can explore challenges that have hindered your ability to take full advantage of your potential. Together we will work on resolving difficult issues to promote increased self-awareness, understanding, and connection.
Online Therapists
I'm committed to helping my clients transform difficulty into opportunity, gain new perspective, and to re-discover their truth so they can be as happy as possible. I received my Masters from Regis University graduating with honors. My professional experience consist of working with individuals, couples, and groups since 1991. The majority of my experience is working with adults having challenges with relationships, difficult emotional issues, and in simply learning to live a happy life.I work with people who are committed to their own personal growth and willing to make the necessary changes to be true to themselves and have integrity with others.
I'm committed to helping my clients transform difficulty into opportunity, gain new perspective, and to re-discover their truth so they can be as happy as possible. I received my Masters from Regis University graduating with honors. My professional experience consist of working with individuals, couples, and groups since 1991. The majority of my experience is working with adults having challenges with relationships, difficult emotional issues, and in simply learning to live a happy life.I work with people who are committed to their own personal growth and willing to make the necessary changes to be true to themselves and have integrity with others.
Lee Gardner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80526
I work with clients who feel stuck; stuck in the emotion and negative thoughts associated with life's stressors. Clients, who are beginning to realize that there will always be the struggle of relationships or money matters or health concerns or..., yet understand that they can begin to develop a different outlook, belief system.
I work with clients who feel stuck; stuck in the emotion and negative thoughts associated with life's stressors. Clients, who are beginning to realize that there will always be the struggle of relationships or money matters or health concerns or..., yet understand that they can begin to develop a different outlook, belief system.
Now accepting new consultations and clients! I’m passionate about working with individuals ready to embark on their own epic quests of healing. I support children, teens, and adults (ages five and up) from diverse, inclusive backgrounds, including BIPOC and LGBTQI+ communities. Specializing in neurodivergence, trauma, anxiety, and depression, I’m here to help you form a fellowship to face the forces of despair. Together, we’ll heal emotional, psychological, existential, and creative wounds using expressive, creative, and scientific approaches. Take heart, I won’t let you wander this underworld alone.
Now accepting new consultations and clients! I’m passionate about working with individuals ready to embark on their own epic quests of healing. I support children, teens, and adults (ages five and up) from diverse, inclusive backgrounds, including BIPOC and LGBTQI+ communities. Specializing in neurodivergence, trauma, anxiety, and depression, I’m here to help you form a fellowship to face the forces of despair. Together, we’ll heal emotional, psychological, existential, and creative wounds using expressive, creative, and scientific approaches. Take heart, I won’t let you wander this underworld alone.
As a bilingual Puerto Rican therapist-in-training, my goal is to create a compassionate, curious space for exploring diverse individual and relational experiences. My evolving therapeutic style emphasizes collaboration, seeing clients as equals with inherent skills for change. I believe our lived experiences shape us, providing the frameworks we use to navigate life. Through this approach, I aim to help clients reconnect with their most authentic selves and foster growth.
As a bilingual Puerto Rican therapist-in-training, my goal is to create a compassionate, curious space for exploring diverse individual and relational experiences. My evolving therapeutic style emphasizes collaboration, seeing clients as equals with inherent skills for change. I believe our lived experiences shape us, providing the frameworks we use to navigate life. Through this approach, I aim to help clients reconnect with their most authentic selves and foster growth.
Craig Salerno
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LAC, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Boulder, CO 80302
"The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I change." (Carl Rogers) I am interested in blending the evidenced-based practices of Western psychotherapy with the wisdom and compassion of Eastern psychology. No matter the issue at hand, therapy first aims at bringing more openness, clarity, and non-judgement to the parts of ourselves that cause fear and trepidation. When we shine light into our shadow, we often find deeper meaning and understanding of ourselves and the world around us. From this space of fearlessness, we can begin to do the work to heal and make profound change in our life.
"The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I change." (Carl Rogers) I am interested in blending the evidenced-based practices of Western psychotherapy with the wisdom and compassion of Eastern psychology. No matter the issue at hand, therapy first aims at bringing more openness, clarity, and non-judgement to the parts of ourselves that cause fear and trepidation. When we shine light into our shadow, we often find deeper meaning and understanding of ourselves and the world around us. From this space of fearlessness, we can begin to do the work to heal and make profound change in our life.
My approach is straightforward. I help people make difficult changes using a blend of evidence-based practices and individualized techniques drawn from 30+ years of experience. Good therapy results in change, and that's what we'll focus on. I specialize in couples therapy, relationship issues, individual therapy for anxiety, addiction, habit change, trauma/PTSD using EMDR or trauma-focused CBT, and sexually problematic behavior. I work with teens, families, adults & couples experiencing a variety of concerns. I don't just provide therapy from a book; I try to give my clients much more than what they could get from a Google search.
My approach is straightforward. I help people make difficult changes using a blend of evidence-based practices and individualized techniques drawn from 30+ years of experience. Good therapy results in change, and that's what we'll focus on. I specialize in couples therapy, relationship issues, individual therapy for anxiety, addiction, habit change, trauma/PTSD using EMDR or trauma-focused CBT, and sexually problematic behavior. I work with teens, families, adults & couples experiencing a variety of concerns. I don't just provide therapy from a book; I try to give my clients much more than what they could get from a Google search.
Luke entered the behavioral health field with a mission to alleviate unnecessary suffering. His diverse experiences have led him to work with various populations, including counseling adolescents in the local community, supporting young men with felonies in the workforce, helping people who were formerly homeless stabilize and recover, and living in-house with youth who ages out of foster are to support their transition into adulthood.
Luke entered the behavioral health field with a mission to alleviate unnecessary suffering. His diverse experiences have led him to work with various populations, including counseling adolescents in the local community, supporting young men with felonies in the workforce, helping people who were formerly homeless stabilize and recover, and living in-house with youth who ages out of foster are to support their transition into adulthood.
Jim Morris
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arvada, CO 80002
My mission is to create a supportive, emotionally safe, and affirming environment in the therapy space, where you can gain hope for change. I have a wealth of expertise working with mental health disorders, struggles with substance abuse, failure to launch, difficulties with motivation, and challenges navigating family dynamics. I incorporate aspects of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and mindfulness-based practices into my work.
My mission is to create a supportive, emotionally safe, and affirming environment in the therapy space, where you can gain hope for change. I have a wealth of expertise working with mental health disorders, struggles with substance abuse, failure to launch, difficulties with motivation, and challenges navigating family dynamics. I incorporate aspects of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and mindfulness-based practices into my work.
Do you struggle emotionally, relationally, spiritually, and physically? Experiencing repeating patterns of fear, anger, or sadness? Exhausting. There is good news. You are making a courageous and bold choice to consider counseling. It’s probably not an easy decision but it may be far more worth it than remaining stuck in your current struggle. The fact that you are open to counseling speaks to your strength, your resiliency and your desire to fight for your life back.
Do you struggle emotionally, relationally, spiritually, and physically? Experiencing repeating patterns of fear, anger, or sadness? Exhausting. There is good news. You are making a courageous and bold choice to consider counseling. It’s probably not an easy decision but it may be far more worth it than remaining stuck in your current struggle. The fact that you are open to counseling speaks to your strength, your resiliency and your desire to fight for your life back.
Hello! I am a postdoctoral resident offering individual and couples psychotherapy to adults, as well as psychological assessments. I have experience with a range of mental health concerns, including anxiety, OCD and panic related disorders, mood disorders, ADHD, trauma, grief, and interpersonal conflict. I believe in the therapeutic role of helping individuals find agency through facilitating value-driven action and challenging the unhelpful thought processes that get in the way.
Hello! I am a postdoctoral resident offering individual and couples psychotherapy to adults, as well as psychological assessments. I have experience with a range of mental health concerns, including anxiety, OCD and panic related disorders, mood disorders, ADHD, trauma, grief, and interpersonal conflict. I believe in the therapeutic role of helping individuals find agency through facilitating value-driven action and challenging the unhelpful thought processes that get in the way.
Looking for unconditional acceptance and a place to spill your guts without judgment? We all need a confidential, safe place and person to help us connect with the source of those burdensome emotions. Those thoughts are trying to tell you something important. Maybe you ARE worthy – let’s check it out. Maybe you ARE capable – let’s try it. And yes, you ARE lovable so let’s find the baggage that’s you've been dragging around. I would love to hear how things are going for you. I specialize in working with couples, men, and women.
Looking for unconditional acceptance and a place to spill your guts without judgment? We all need a confidential, safe place and person to help us connect with the source of those burdensome emotions. Those thoughts are trying to tell you something important. Maybe you ARE worthy – let’s check it out. Maybe you ARE capable – let’s try it. And yes, you ARE lovable so let’s find the baggage that’s you've been dragging around. I would love to hear how things are going for you. I specialize in working with couples, men, and women.
If you're seeking to enhance your well-being and personal growth, I’m here to support you. Whether you're dealing with depression, anxiety, the impact of past trauma, navigating life as an LGBTQIA+ individual, or as a man facing societal pressures, I offer a compassionate space to explore your experiences, foster healing, and discover your true self. Together, we can work on cultivating positive thoughts, healing from past wounds, building stronger relationships, and embracing an authentic life.
If you're seeking to enhance your well-being and personal growth, I’m here to support you. Whether you're dealing with depression, anxiety, the impact of past trauma, navigating life as an LGBTQIA+ individual, or as a man facing societal pressures, I offer a compassionate space to explore your experiences, foster healing, and discover your true self. Together, we can work on cultivating positive thoughts, healing from past wounds, building stronger relationships, and embracing an authentic life.
I have years of experience working with men and women who long to move to a better place in their lives, get past old habits and create newness. My ideal client is motivated to significantly improve and overcome struggles with relationship issues, intimacy concerns, addictions or compulsive behaviors, marital challenges, struggles with sex and intimacy, interpersonal conflict and overall wants to reach for a more fulfilling life.
I have years of experience working with men and women who long to move to a better place in their lives, get past old habits and create newness. My ideal client is motivated to significantly improve and overcome struggles with relationship issues, intimacy concerns, addictions or compulsive behaviors, marital challenges, struggles with sex and intimacy, interpersonal conflict and overall wants to reach for a more fulfilling life.
I am passionate about working with all adults, 18 and over, on issues ranging from substance abuse, other addictive behaviors, mood disorders, relationship issues, and struggles with every-day living.
I am passionate about working with all adults, 18 and over, on issues ranging from substance abuse, other addictive behaviors, mood disorders, relationship issues, and struggles with every-day living.
Brian Patrick
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LAC, MAC, ATR
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Boulder, CO 80301
Are you struggling to find balance in your relationships? I’m here to help. With a background in mindfulness-based art therapy, counseling, and addiction recovery, I offer support to help you break old patterns, set meaningful goals, and build healthier connections. Let’s work together to create a balanced and fulfilling path forward.
Are you struggling to find balance in your relationships? I’m here to help. With a background in mindfulness-based art therapy, counseling, and addiction recovery, I offer support to help you break old patterns, set meaningful goals, and build healthier connections. Let’s work together to create a balanced and fulfilling path forward.
Daniel Lechleiter
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ACS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Greeley, CO 80634
I work from a Narrative Theoretical Lens, which means that I believe the stories we tell are reflective of the life we are living. I also engage in an integrative approach and I pull from many different therapeutic techniques. I welcome all clients, and provide an empathetic, warm space to assist in working through traumatic event, gaining better stress management and coping skills, or just someone to process some of life's toughest moments. My 1 year old West Highland Terrier, Bentley the Pawfessional joins our sessions and animal assisted interventions are used throughout the session.
I work from a Narrative Theoretical Lens, which means that I believe the stories we tell are reflective of the life we are living. I also engage in an integrative approach and I pull from many different therapeutic techniques. I welcome all clients, and provide an empathetic, warm space to assist in working through traumatic event, gaining better stress management and coping skills, or just someone to process some of life's toughest moments. My 1 year old West Highland Terrier, Bentley the Pawfessional joins our sessions and animal assisted interventions are used throughout the session.
Are you feeling overwhelmed with life? I believe people tend to focus on negative thoughts and what they can't control. Sometimes our paths are rocky and seem unmanageable. I am here to help recognize and harness the power you have over yourself. Remember you are on YOUR path and sometimes those paths can change.
Are you feeling overwhelmed with life? I believe people tend to focus on negative thoughts and what they can't control. Sometimes our paths are rocky and seem unmanageable. I am here to help recognize and harness the power you have over yourself. Remember you are on YOUR path and sometimes those paths can change.
Cody Watts
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, MA, , ACC, LPCC
Verified Verified
Loveland, CO 80538
Cody's journey into counseling was inspired by his deep commitment to helping others. With over twelve years of experience, he has worked with a wide range of populations, counseling adolescents in local communities. At Foundations, Cody Watts is dedicated to helping you navigate life's challenges and discover your inner strengths. With his extensive expertise and compassionate approach, he provides a supportive environment where you can heal grow and thrive.
Cody's journey into counseling was inspired by his deep commitment to helping others. With over twelve years of experience, he has worked with a wide range of populations, counseling adolescents in local communities. At Foundations, Cody Watts is dedicated to helping you navigate life's challenges and discover your inner strengths. With his extensive expertise and compassionate approach, he provides a supportive environment where you can heal grow and thrive.
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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. Prospective clients should also ask what the expectation is for treatment, and what the fee structure is, and whether and which insurance plans are accepted.
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 a male therapist. 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, in the case of male clients. Some women have prior negative experiences with women that predispose them to prefer working with a male in therapy. 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.