Male Therapists in Parkland, FL
"Life ultimately means taking the responsibility to find the right answer to its problems & to fulfill the tasks which it constantly sets for each individual." - Victor Frankl. When working with me, you can expect to feel safe, supported, & appreciated. However, you can also expect to feel challenged & encouraged. It is my goal to work with you (not just FOR you) to help align your values with your actions to help you be the person you want to be & live the kind of life you want to live. Life can present challenges & opportunities in many unique forms. Sometimes, it is hard to distinguish between the two.
"Life ultimately means taking the responsibility to find the right answer to its problems & to fulfill the tasks which it constantly sets for each individual." - Victor Frankl. When working with me, you can expect to feel safe, supported, & appreciated. However, you can also expect to feel challenged & encouraged. It is my goal to work with you (not just FOR you) to help align your values with your actions to help you be the person you want to be & live the kind of life you want to live. Life can present challenges & opportunities in many unique forms. Sometimes, it is hard to distinguish between the two.
Partner 1: "I reach for you, but it feels like you’re already gone. I’m left wondering if I matter to you at all." Partner 2: "When you come close, I feel the pressure to be perfect. I can’t get it right, so I pull back to protect us both." These unspoken messages live under the surface in many relationships. One partner is aching for connection, the other is protecting against pain—both are lonely, both are longing, both are stuck. I help couples break free from this anxious–avoidant cycle so they can feel safe, seen, and deeply connected again.
Partner 1: "I reach for you, but it feels like you’re already gone. I’m left wondering if I matter to you at all." Partner 2: "When you come close, I feel the pressure to be perfect. I can’t get it right, so I pull back to protect us both." These unspoken messages live under the surface in many relationships. One partner is aching for connection, the other is protecting against pain—both are lonely, both are longing, both are stuck. I help couples break free from this anxious–avoidant cycle so they can feel safe, seen, and deeply connected again.
I specialize in the "between"—the space where communication breaks down, morale fractures, and relationship roles collide. With 20+ years of experience in organizational development combined with clinical marriage and family therapy, I help individuals, high-conflict couples, and professional teams disarm the hidden tensions that stall progress. Together, we move you from a state of "communication inability" to a clear, shared articulation of your goals.
I specialize in the "between"—the space where communication breaks down, morale fractures, and relationship roles collide. With 20+ years of experience in organizational development combined with clinical marriage and family therapy, I help individuals, high-conflict couples, and professional teams disarm the hidden tensions that stall progress. Together, we move you from a state of "communication inability" to a clear, shared articulation of your goals.
I imagine you’re tired of feeling stressed, anxious, and irritable. I can only imagine that you despise feeling this way but just don’t know what to do about it. To give you credit where credit is due, you’ve probably tried so many things to feel better, to feel different, to feel mentally healthy. But still, you find yourself tired of feeling this way. And now you’re tired of feeling tired.
I hear you, I feel you, and I see you. On top of that, I’d love to support you. You deserve to experience relief while learning ways you may cope with and overcome these feelings. That’s right, you deserve to experience mental wellness.
I imagine you’re tired of feeling stressed, anxious, and irritable. I can only imagine that you despise feeling this way but just don’t know what to do about it. To give you credit where credit is due, you’ve probably tried so many things to feel better, to feel different, to feel mentally healthy. But still, you find yourself tired of feeling this way. And now you’re tired of feeling tired.
I hear you, I feel you, and I see you. On top of that, I’d love to support you. You deserve to experience relief while learning ways you may cope with and overcome these feelings. That’s right, you deserve to experience mental wellness.
Most of the people I work with come to me after trying multiple approaches that haven’t worked—and they’re frustrated that nothing has led to real change. They may be dealing with ADHD, autism, anxiety, challenging behavior, or burnout, along with difficulties with focus, motivation, and emotional regulation. Some are parents seeking help for their child, while others are students and adults managing increasing academic, work, and life demands. With experience across clinical and school settings, I help them move forward by providing clear direction, practical strategies, and a structured path toward meaningful progress.
Most of the people I work with come to me after trying multiple approaches that haven’t worked—and they’re frustrated that nothing has led to real change. They may be dealing with ADHD, autism, anxiety, challenging behavior, or burnout, along with difficulties with focus, motivation, and emotional regulation. Some are parents seeking help for their child, while others are students and adults managing increasing academic, work, and life demands. With experience across clinical and school settings, I help them move forward by providing clear direction, practical strategies, and a structured path toward meaningful progress.
When family and friends are not enough, allow me to help you find the answers. With 30 years of combined clinical training and experience in Florida & New York at Maimonides Medical Center in Adult & Child Psychiatry, Syosset Central School District, and in private practice with specialties in Psychoanalysis and Child Psychology, I have been helping adults and children improve their emotional well-being. As a Nationally Certified School Psychologist I also administer psycho-educational tests to find solutions to academic problems that may lead to educational interventions and accommodations for public and private schools, and college entrance examinations.
When family and friends are not enough, allow me to help you find the answers. With 30 years of combined clinical training and experience in Florida & New York at Maimonides Medical Center in Adult & Child Psychiatry, Syosset Central School District, and in private practice with specialties in Psychoanalysis and Child Psychology, I have been helping adults and children improve their emotional well-being. As a Nationally Certified School Psychologist I also administer psycho-educational tests to find solutions to academic problems that may lead to educational interventions and accommodations for public and private schools, and college entrance examinations.
At times, many individuals feel adrift in life. Experiencing feelings of numbness, intense sadness, or worry can leave one feeling like coping is impossible and motivation is far out of reach. Even in the darkest of times, however, relief is possible.
At times, many individuals feel adrift in life. Experiencing feelings of numbness, intense sadness, or worry can leave one feeling like coping is impossible and motivation is far out of reach. Even in the darkest of times, however, relief is possible.
I am a seasoned psychologist who has been in practice for over 48 years. I have treated a wide variety of clients with relationship problems, depression, anxiety, and other issues. My approach is simple: Problems and issues are quickly identified, strategies to resolve these issues are formulated, and then these strategies are executed and monitored until the problem is resolved. I invite you to visit my website for further information.
I am a seasoned psychologist who has been in practice for over 48 years. I have treated a wide variety of clients with relationship problems, depression, anxiety, and other issues. My approach is simple: Problems and issues are quickly identified, strategies to resolve these issues are formulated, and then these strategies are executed and monitored until the problem is resolved. I invite you to visit my website for further information.
I conduct evaluations and provide psychotherapy for children, adolescents, adults and families. I specialize in treating a broad range of Anxiety and Mood Disorders; issues common in pre-teens, adolescents and young adults; behavior problems and family issues; men’s issues; as well as evaluating for AD/HD, Learning Disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorders (high functioning) and Gifted Placement.
I conduct evaluations and provide psychotherapy for children, adolescents, adults and families. I specialize in treating a broad range of Anxiety and Mood Disorders; issues common in pre-teens, adolescents and young adults; behavior problems and family issues; men’s issues; as well as evaluating for AD/HD, Learning Disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorders (high functioning) and Gifted Placement.
The purpose of therapy is to take what you have learned and apply it outside. It is not always easy to make changes, and change can be scary, but once you put your words into action, the change can be beautiful. I have worked with people who struggle with substance use issues, depression, anxiety, and families. I have a passion for working with people in the BiPOC community. I want my clients to believe in themselves and what they can accomplish without needing external validation. My goal is for you to feel confident in your decision-making to process your needs/issues without relying on others.
The purpose of therapy is to take what you have learned and apply it outside. It is not always easy to make changes, and change can be scary, but once you put your words into action, the change can be beautiful. I have worked with people who struggle with substance use issues, depression, anxiety, and families. I have a passion for working with people in the BiPOC community. I want my clients to believe in themselves and what they can accomplish without needing external validation. My goal is for you to feel confident in your decision-making to process your needs/issues without relying on others.
I am an experienced, effective professional treating adults (18+) with a broad range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, anger, stress, work/life issues, men's issues, couples, individual relational issues, and substance use and abuse. Much of my work focuses on M/F mental health conditions, but I also specialize in emerging adulthood, and men navigating relationship challenges & life transitions. My ideal clients feel stuck or frustrated by patterns they don’t fully understand and want more than surface-level coping skills. They are seeking insight, self-understanding, and meaningful change.
I am an experienced, effective professional treating adults (18+) with a broad range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, anger, stress, work/life issues, men's issues, couples, individual relational issues, and substance use and abuse. Much of my work focuses on M/F mental health conditions, but I also specialize in emerging adulthood, and men navigating relationship challenges & life transitions. My ideal clients feel stuck or frustrated by patterns they don’t fully understand and want more than surface-level coping skills. They are seeking insight, self-understanding, and meaningful change.
OCD psychologist specializing in OCD, eating disorders, and anxiety disorders, I am a Co-Founder of Compassionate Healing Institute (CHI) and a licensed psychologist in Florida and New York. I provide evidence-based treatment using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), including Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for OCD, as well as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). I treat adults and adolescents and offer in-person therapy and telehealth in Florida, New York, and participating PsyPact states.
OCD psychologist specializing in OCD, eating disorders, and anxiety disorders, I am a Co-Founder of Compassionate Healing Institute (CHI) and a licensed psychologist in Florida and New York. I provide evidence-based treatment using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), including Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for OCD, as well as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). I treat adults and adolescents and offer in-person therapy and telehealth in Florida, New York, and participating PsyPact states.
I’m Raymond Navarro, MS, LMHC, a licensed psychotherapist in Coral Springs FL, providing in-person and virtual therapy to adolescents and adults facing anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship challenges. My ideal client seeks relief from overwhelming emotions, stronger self-esteem, healthier relationships, and practical skills. I employ evidence-based methods—CBT to reframe thoughts, DBT to regulate emotions, EMDR to process trauma, and mindfulness to deepen self-awareness. Together, we’ll set clear objectives, leverage your strengths, and build coping strategies that foster resilience, restore balance, and support well-being.
I’m Raymond Navarro, MS, LMHC, a licensed psychotherapist in Coral Springs FL, providing in-person and virtual therapy to adolescents and adults facing anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship challenges. My ideal client seeks relief from overwhelming emotions, stronger self-esteem, healthier relationships, and practical skills. I employ evidence-based methods—CBT to reframe thoughts, DBT to regulate emotions, EMDR to process trauma, and mindfulness to deepen self-awareness. Together, we’ll set clear objectives, leverage your strengths, and build coping strategies that foster resilience, restore balance, and support well-being.
My ideal client is a young professional (18 - 30) who is struggling to find their identity, worth, calling, or “way in life”. This may be due to identity, past traumas, career problems, relationship issues, or family concerns. Their needs and goals include finding direction and the ability to navigate both these situations and anxiety, depression, etc, that tend to be associated with these stresses.
My ideal client is a young professional (18 - 30) who is struggling to find their identity, worth, calling, or “way in life”. This may be due to identity, past traumas, career problems, relationship issues, or family concerns. Their needs and goals include finding direction and the ability to navigate both these situations and anxiety, depression, etc, that tend to be associated with these stresses.
Are anxiety, fear, or unwanted emotions making your world smaller? Have these struggles started to control the quality of your life? Our work together will help you better understand how you got here, learn new ways of responding to suffering, and choose better decisions in service of your life goals. You can learn how to tap into your potential, connect with yourself and others in meaningful ways, and start living your life to the fullest! Whether you are a teenager or an adult, I'm here to help you start thriving. Let’s work together to improve your life!
Are anxiety, fear, or unwanted emotions making your world smaller? Have these struggles started to control the quality of your life? Our work together will help you better understand how you got here, learn new ways of responding to suffering, and choose better decisions in service of your life goals. You can learn how to tap into your potential, connect with yourself and others in meaningful ways, and start living your life to the fullest! Whether you are a teenager or an adult, I'm here to help you start thriving. Let’s work together to improve your life!
I have forty years of experience in the field of education and counseling. I earned my Master's Degree at Bradley University where I was named The Merle Kaufman Scholar, awarded for outstanding achievement in the College of Education. I did additional graduate work at Nova Southeastern University and have attended and/or facilitated dozens of seminars. My areas of study focused on speech and hearing sciences, learning disabilities, counseling psychology, marriage and family therapy, and human sexuality.
I have forty years of experience in the field of education and counseling. I earned my Master's Degree at Bradley University where I was named The Merle Kaufman Scholar, awarded for outstanding achievement in the College of Education. I did additional graduate work at Nova Southeastern University and have attended and/or facilitated dozens of seminars. My areas of study focused on speech and hearing sciences, learning disabilities, counseling psychology, marriage and family therapy, and human sexuality.
My mission is to help you experience the positive feelings of joy, intimacy, love, peace, and contentment. We will focus on changing thoughts and behaviors to alter those aspects of your life that are contributing to your suffering, and, I will help you implement habits that promote growth and wellness. I will also coach you to obtain relief from both current and long standing issues that get in the way of happiness and fulfillment in your relational and professional life. You can expect a safe, supportive and caring relationship, and, measurable, rapid improvement in behavioral and emotional health.
My mission is to help you experience the positive feelings of joy, intimacy, love, peace, and contentment. We will focus on changing thoughts and behaviors to alter those aspects of your life that are contributing to your suffering, and, I will help you implement habits that promote growth and wellness. I will also coach you to obtain relief from both current and long standing issues that get in the way of happiness and fulfillment in your relational and professional life. You can expect a safe, supportive and caring relationship, and, measurable, rapid improvement in behavioral and emotional health.
You might be feeling anxious lately, without knowing the cause, and this anxiety is making you feel isolated and alone. Or perhaps it's harder to muster up the energy for life, - you feel heavy or irritable and the things you used to do with ease are now drudgery. You're not sure why. Confused and lost in a maze of difficult emotions, you don't know what to do. You know that there is more to yourself and your life if you can just change the way you are feeling, but you don't know how.
You might be feeling anxious lately, without knowing the cause, and this anxiety is making you feel isolated and alone. Or perhaps it's harder to muster up the energy for life, - you feel heavy or irritable and the things you used to do with ease are now drudgery. You're not sure why. Confused and lost in a maze of difficult emotions, you don't know what to do. You know that there is more to yourself and your life if you can just change the way you are feeling, but you don't know how.
Are you unhappy with where you are in life? Uncomfortable in your skin? For you, fear may be ever present. A sense of being lost. Stuck. Life doesn't have to be this way. You sense that there may be things getting in your way. You want more but don't know what to do. You search for clarity, answers and direction. Because you know you deserve more. Imagine your future with fulfilling relationships, a purpose driven life, strong sense of self confidence. What if life brought you a joy of being, ease in doing, freedom in movement, gratitude of others? I can help you build the life you know you deserve.
Are you unhappy with where you are in life? Uncomfortable in your skin? For you, fear may be ever present. A sense of being lost. Stuck. Life doesn't have to be this way. You sense that there may be things getting in your way. You want more but don't know what to do. You search for clarity, answers and direction. Because you know you deserve more. Imagine your future with fulfilling relationships, a purpose driven life, strong sense of self confidence. What if life brought you a joy of being, ease in doing, freedom in movement, gratitude of others? I can help you build the life you know you deserve.
My path to becoming a therapist emerged from an innate way of relating to people. I have always been deeply interested in human behavior, emotional worlds, and the stories we carry. Over time, this natural curiosity became a calling to support others through healing, self-discovery, and transformation. I view therapy as both a science and an art, where structure and creativity work together to foster meaningful and lasting change.I believe healing is not about fixing what is broken, but about reconnecting with what is already alive within you. Therapy is a space to explore, create, and grow toward a life that feels more grounded.
My path to becoming a therapist emerged from an innate way of relating to people. I have always been deeply interested in human behavior, emotional worlds, and the stories we carry. Over time, this natural curiosity became a calling to support others through healing, self-discovery, and transformation. I view therapy as both a science and an art, where structure and creativity work together to foster meaningful and lasting change.I believe healing is not about fixing what is broken, but about reconnecting with what is already alive within you. Therapy is a space to explore, create, and grow toward a life that feels more grounded.
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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.