Men's Issues Therapists in Polk County, FL

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Gary Sawyer
Counselor, MA, LMHC
1 Endorsed
Lakeland, FL 33801
I specialize in : Marriage Counseling ,premarital Counseling, Men's issues, Midlife Issues for Men and Women, Helping College Students, Grief counseling, Problems with Adult Children, Senior Citizens, Help in dealing with Depression and Anxiety.
I Counsel from a Biblical worldview to help a variety of people who have been broken and challenged by the trials of life. I am a member of Focus on The Family's Christian Counselors Network. My 30 years in the business world, community and church service have prepared me to care for individuals in a particularly personal way. Life can be very hard, disappointing and messy! Guiding people back to a path of healing, hope, and fulfillment is something I am very passionate about !
I specialize in : Marriage Counseling ,premarital Counseling, Men's issues, Midlife Issues for Men and Women, Helping College Students, Grief counseling, Problems with Adult Children, Senior Citizens, Help in dealing with Depression and Anxiety.
I Counsel from a Biblical worldview to help a variety of people who have been broken and challenged by the trials of life. I am a member of Focus on The Family's Christian Counselors Network. My 30 years in the business world, community and church service have prepared me to care for individuals in a particularly personal way. Life can be very hard, disappointing and messy! Guiding people back to a path of healing, hope, and fulfillment is something I am very passionate about !
(813) 364-0812 View (813) 364-0812
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Chris Dixon
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Lakeland, FL 33813
For over three decades, I have pursued Jungian psychology from Zürich to South Florida, seeking not just knowledge but a living relationship with the unconscious. My work is not about fixing what is broken, but uncovering the deeper forces shaping your life. We explore the meaning beneath your struggles — turning confusion into clarity, pain into insight, and insight into lasting change. Every step is guided by what your own inner world is trying to tell you, revealing patterns you may never have seen but that have shaped you all along. This process honors the depth and individuality of your journey.
For over three decades, I have pursued Jungian psychology from Zürich to South Florida, seeking not just knowledge but a living relationship with the unconscious. My work is not about fixing what is broken, but uncovering the deeper forces shaping your life. We explore the meaning beneath your struggles — turning confusion into clarity, pain into insight, and insight into lasting change. Every step is guided by what your own inner world is trying to tell you, revealing patterns you may never have seen but that have shaped you all along. This process honors the depth and individuality of your journey.
(863) 255-4782 View (863) 255-4782
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Craig Harrell
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MA
Winter Haven, FL 33880
At this stage of my life and career, I am drawn to working with individuals and couples who feel stuck - stuck in their thoughts, their emotions, their relationships or the direction of their lives. Many of my ideal clients are people who outwardly appear to be functioning, yet inwardly feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure of themselves. They may be wrestling with anxiety, depression, relationship conflict, or the sense that something isn't right.
At this stage of my life and career, I am drawn to working with individuals and couples who feel stuck - stuck in their thoughts, their emotions, their relationships or the direction of their lives. Many of my ideal clients are people who outwardly appear to be functioning, yet inwardly feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure of themselves. They may be wrestling with anxiety, depression, relationship conflict, or the sense that something isn't right.
(863) 220-7165 View (863) 220-7165
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Gary Sawyer
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Lakeland, FL 33801
I specialize in : Couples counseling, Premarital Counseling, Men's issues, Midlife Issues for Men and Women, Grief counseling, Problems with Adult Children, Senior Citizens, Help in dealing with Depression and Anxiety.
ASK ABOUT VIDEO AND PHONE SESSIONS ! I counsel from a Biblical worldview to help a variety of people who have been broken and challenged by the trials of life. I am a member of Focus on the Family's Christian Counselors Network. My 30 years in the business world, community and church service have prepared me to care for individuals in a particularly personal way. Life can be very hard, disappointing and messy! Guiding people back to a path of healing, hope, and fulfillment is something I am very passionate about !
I specialize in : Couples counseling, Premarital Counseling, Men's issues, Midlife Issues for Men and Women, Grief counseling, Problems with Adult Children, Senior Citizens, Help in dealing with Depression and Anxiety.
ASK ABOUT VIDEO AND PHONE SESSIONS ! I counsel from a Biblical worldview to help a variety of people who have been broken and challenged by the trials of life. I am a member of Focus on the Family's Christian Counselors Network. My 30 years in the business world, community and church service have prepared me to care for individuals in a particularly personal way. Life can be very hard, disappointing and messy! Guiding people back to a path of healing, hope, and fulfillment is something I am very passionate about !
(813) 343-2666 View (813) 343-2666
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Gary Sawyer
Counselor, MA, LMHC
1 Endorsed
Lakeland, FL 33801
I specialize in : Couples counseling, Premarital Counseling, Men's issues, Midlife Issues for Men and Women, Grief counseling, Problems with Adult Children, College Students, Senior Citizens, Help in dealing with Depression and Anxiety.
I counsel from a Biblical worldview to help a variety of people who have been broken and challenged by the trials of life. I am a member of Focus on The Family's Christian Counselor Network. My 30 years in the business world, community and church service have prepared me to care for individuals in a particularly personal way. Life can be very hard, disappointing and messy! Guiding people back to a path of healing, hope, and fulfillment is something I am very passionate about !
I specialize in : Couples counseling, Premarital Counseling, Men's issues, Midlife Issues for Men and Women, Grief counseling, Problems with Adult Children, College Students, Senior Citizens, Help in dealing with Depression and Anxiety.
I counsel from a Biblical worldview to help a variety of people who have been broken and challenged by the trials of life. I am a member of Focus on The Family's Christian Counselor Network. My 30 years in the business world, community and church service have prepared me to care for individuals in a particularly personal way. Life can be very hard, disappointing and messy! Guiding people back to a path of healing, hope, and fulfillment is something I am very passionate about !
(813) 708-1886 View (813) 708-1886
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Melissa Williams
Counselor, MA, LMHC
2 Endorsed
Lakeland, FL 33813
Being human is hard. Life with all it's twist and turns can be so confusing, what's right today is wrong tomorrow. Quite possibly you have been thinking about finding a counselor for some time and have been "fighting" societal stigma of mental health services. Telling yourself that you are fine, no one will understand, or feeling shame for needing help. One of my favorite quotes about healing is..."Healing doesn't mean the damage never existed. It means the damage no longer controls our lives."
Being human is hard. Life with all it's twist and turns can be so confusing, what's right today is wrong tomorrow. Quite possibly you have been thinking about finding a counselor for some time and have been "fighting" societal stigma of mental health services. Telling yourself that you are fine, no one will understand, or feeling shame for needing help. One of my favorite quotes about healing is..."Healing doesn't mean the damage never existed. It means the damage no longer controls our lives."
(863) 734-6174 View (863) 734-6174
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Madeline Weber
Pre-Licensed Professional
4 Endorsed
Lakeland, FL 33801
Welcome, I'm glad you're here. Something has brought you to this moment of looking for support. Whether it's stress, traumatic experiences, feeling stuck, or anything in between. My therapy room is a space where you can show up as you are. My hope is to be someone who is on your team, and together we can approach the uncertain sides of life together. Through a nonjudgemental, authentic relationship, we will be able to look into difficult emotions and experiences and use coping strategies to find balance.
Welcome, I'm glad you're here. Something has brought you to this moment of looking for support. Whether it's stress, traumatic experiences, feeling stuck, or anything in between. My therapy room is a space where you can show up as you are. My hope is to be someone who is on your team, and together we can approach the uncertain sides of life together. Through a nonjudgemental, authentic relationship, we will be able to look into difficult emotions and experiences and use coping strategies to find balance.
(863) 282-7375 View (863) 282-7375
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Joseph Hudson-Martin
Counselor, MS, LMHC
1 Endorsed
Lakeland, FL 33813
Are you a developing therapist looking for supportive, thoughtful clinical supervision? I am a Qualified Supervisor in Flordia with extensive experience working with adolescents, substance use disorders, and couples navigating complex relationship challenges. I offer supervision and consultation for interns and clinicians seeking guidance with complex cases, clinical insight, and professional growth. My supervision style is collaborative, encouraging, and grounded in real-world experience, helping therapists strengthen confidence, deepen their clinical voice, and grow into the kind of therapists they hope to become.
Are you a developing therapist looking for supportive, thoughtful clinical supervision? I am a Qualified Supervisor in Flordia with extensive experience working with adolescents, substance use disorders, and couples navigating complex relationship challenges. I offer supervision and consultation for interns and clinicians seeking guidance with complex cases, clinical insight, and professional growth. My supervision style is collaborative, encouraging, and grounded in real-world experience, helping therapists strengthen confidence, deepen their clinical voice, and grow into the kind of therapists they hope to become.
(863) 777-4657 View (863) 777-4657
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Dr. Michael Pilcher
Counselor, PhD, LMHC, LPC, CADC
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
You want more than just feeling better - you want to create a better life for yourself and those you love. The problem is that you're stuck. You've tried everything you can think of, and you still feel bad - spiritually, emotionally, and physically. If anxiety, panic, sadness, lack of motivation, frustration, anger, or confusion weren't standing in your way, can you imagine what you would do next? If you were willing to have that difficult conversation with your loved one without fearing it'll end in a blow-up or shut-down, could life be better?
You want more than just feeling better - you want to create a better life for yourself and those you love. The problem is that you're stuck. You've tried everything you can think of, and you still feel bad - spiritually, emotionally, and physically. If anxiety, panic, sadness, lack of motivation, frustration, anger, or confusion weren't standing in your way, can you imagine what you would do next? If you were willing to have that difficult conversation with your loved one without fearing it'll end in a blow-up or shut-down, could life be better?
(386) 204-3360 View (386) 204-3360
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Chemal Cruz
Counselor, MA, LMHC, NCC, CCTP, CHT
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
New Hours 10am-3pm. My ideal client is a person or couple that is willing to talk about finding a better way of life and may need someone to confide in. Also, those needing an unbiased, non-judgmental ear with feedback. In our society, I believe men in particular need a safe place to be heard and take off their armor. So I welcome all men to try therapy and explore themselves beyond what they can provide. Whether you struggle with pride, shame/guilt, saying no, or making decisions I welcome you. Growth is a lifelong process that cannot be rushed. Hypnotherapy bridges your awareness so new possibilities emerge from embedded trauma.
New Hours 10am-3pm. My ideal client is a person or couple that is willing to talk about finding a better way of life and may need someone to confide in. Also, those needing an unbiased, non-judgmental ear with feedback. In our society, I believe men in particular need a safe place to be heard and take off their armor. So I welcome all men to try therapy and explore themselves beyond what they can provide. Whether you struggle with pride, shame/guilt, saying no, or making decisions I welcome you. Growth is a lifelong process that cannot be rushed. Hypnotherapy bridges your awareness so new possibilities emerge from embedded trauma.
(813) 670-9653 View (813) 670-9653
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Stephanie Hart
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Auburndale, FL 33823
Hi! I'm Stephanie and I am so glad you're here. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 20 years of experience in the counseling field. I have a heart for helping people and offer a safe, compassionate space where you can process your story and begin to heal.My background includes working with individuals and couples of all ages, addressing a wide range of issues such as anxiety, depression, life transitions, abuse, marital struggles, parenting, and more.
Hi! I'm Stephanie and I am so glad you're here. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 20 years of experience in the counseling field. I have a heart for helping people and offer a safe, compassionate space where you can process your story and begin to heal.My background includes working with individuals and couples of all ages, addressing a wide range of issues such as anxiety, depression, life transitions, abuse, marital struggles, parenting, and more.
(863) 485-6480 x1 View (863) 485-6480 x1
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Jeffrey Brooks
Counselor, MS, MA, LMHC
Online Only
Online Anxiety & Burnout Therapy for Professionals, Fire Fighters, First Responders, and Police Officers across Florida. Many professionals struggle with anxiety, burnout, and perfectionism while carrying a lot of responsibility for others. It can be challenging to slow down, ask for support, or admit that the pressure is becoming overwhelming.
Online Anxiety & Burnout Therapy for Professionals, Fire Fighters, First Responders, and Police Officers across Florida. Many professionals struggle with anxiety, burnout, and perfectionism while carrying a lot of responsibility for others. It can be challenging to slow down, ask for support, or admit that the pressure is becoming overwhelming.
(863) 310-1588 View (863) 310-1588
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Bryce Henderson
Registered Clinical Social Worker Intern, RCSWI
1 Endorsed
Lakeland, FL 33803
Life can feel heavy when stress builds, relationships strain, or anxiety takes hold. You may feel overwhelmed trying to hold everything together, unsure how to find peace again. I help adults, parents, and families slow down, uncover what is happening beneath the surface, and rebuild stability and connection. Whether working with adults, children, or teens, I walk alongside each client with faith, wisdom, and genuine care to guide them toward resilience and restoration. At Renewed Integrative Counseling, I serve as an on-site clinician offering services at our Lakeland office or through telehealth.
Life can feel heavy when stress builds, relationships strain, or anxiety takes hold. You may feel overwhelmed trying to hold everything together, unsure how to find peace again. I help adults, parents, and families slow down, uncover what is happening beneath the surface, and rebuild stability and connection. Whether working with adults, children, or teens, I walk alongside each client with faith, wisdom, and genuine care to guide them toward resilience and restoration. At Renewed Integrative Counseling, I serve as an on-site clinician offering services at our Lakeland office or through telehealth.
(863) 343-1235 View (863) 343-1235
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Blake Lawhorn
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
1 Endorsed
Lakeland, FL 33813
Welcome! If your family is facing an overwhelming season, you are not alone. I specialize in helping families navigate intense challenges and rebuild connection. I work with families of all shapes and sizes—from parents feeling lost, to grandparents raising kids, and adoptive families healing from trauma. I am a great fit if you are dealing with a child pulling away, using substances, or struggling with defiance and outbursts. Together, we can heal painful pasts and channel your child's energy into a bright future.
Welcome! If your family is facing an overwhelming season, you are not alone. I specialize in helping families navigate intense challenges and rebuild connection. I work with families of all shapes and sizes—from parents feeling lost, to grandparents raising kids, and adoptive families healing from trauma. I am a great fit if you are dealing with a child pulling away, using substances, or struggling with defiance and outbursts. Together, we can heal painful pasts and channel your child's energy into a bright future.
(863) 343-3741 View (863) 343-3741
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Mucanie Joseph
Counselor, LMHC-QS, LPC, MCAP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Hello, I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with clinical experience since 2014 and a background in the mental health and social services field dating back to 2004. I'm dedicated to providing care grounded in respect, compassion, and a strong commitment to supporting each individual’s personal path to healing, growth, and well-being. I work with clients facing a range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, addiction, low self-esteem, anger management, trauma, grief, and relationship or family conflict. I also support individuals navigating gender identity, life transitions, and stress-related challenges.
Hello, I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with clinical experience since 2014 and a background in the mental health and social services field dating back to 2004. I'm dedicated to providing care grounded in respect, compassion, and a strong commitment to supporting each individual’s personal path to healing, growth, and well-being. I work with clients facing a range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, addiction, low self-esteem, anger management, trauma, grief, and relationship or family conflict. I also support individuals navigating gender identity, life transitions, and stress-related challenges.
(954) 231-8476 View (954) 231-8476
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Kevin Berry
Counselor, LMHC
2 Endorsed
Lakeland, FL 33801
As a mental health therapist, I love having the opportunity to help people work through the challenges that life can bring. Having a safe place to express ourselves and feel supported and validated can be a primary and meaningful catalyst to healing. Adverse experiences and past trauma can have a far-reaching impact on our ability to thrive in life and have positive relationships. I am experienced in working with individuals, couples, ethical non-monogamy, and fully affirming of LGBTQIA+. I am also skilled in working with all forms of trauma, including sexual and religious trauma. You are safe and accepted here exactly as you are!
As a mental health therapist, I love having the opportunity to help people work through the challenges that life can bring. Having a safe place to express ourselves and feel supported and validated can be a primary and meaningful catalyst to healing. Adverse experiences and past trauma can have a far-reaching impact on our ability to thrive in life and have positive relationships. I am experienced in working with individuals, couples, ethical non-monogamy, and fully affirming of LGBTQIA+. I am also skilled in working with all forms of trauma, including sexual and religious trauma. You are safe and accepted here exactly as you are!
(863) 592-2597 View (863) 592-2597
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Megan Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Lakeland, FL 33803
Hello! My name is Megan Smith, I am a therapist specialized in treating trauma, complex trauma, PTSD, anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, and emotional dysregulation. Clients typically come to me with concerns such as, “I feel stuck and cannot get out of this cycle”, “I always seem to be in survival mode”, “I have no idea where to even start”, and more. Many issues such as traumatic or negative life event or hardships can leave clients struggling with self-doubt, low self-esteem, feeling unsafe, difficulty connecting with others, cycles of negative emotional and behavioral patterns, and relationship problems.
Hello! My name is Megan Smith, I am a therapist specialized in treating trauma, complex trauma, PTSD, anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, and emotional dysregulation. Clients typically come to me with concerns such as, “I feel stuck and cannot get out of this cycle”, “I always seem to be in survival mode”, “I have no idea where to even start”, and more. Many issues such as traumatic or negative life event or hardships can leave clients struggling with self-doubt, low self-esteem, feeling unsafe, difficulty connecting with others, cycles of negative emotional and behavioral patterns, and relationship problems.
(813) 923-2067 View (813) 923-2067
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Omar Ali
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
Hello everyone! My name is Omar Ali, LCSW. I am a mental health practitioner who has provided treatment to individuals and families in Florida for many years. From a young age, I have always possessed a passion for being of service to others. In conjunction with my personal life experiences, education, and clinical training, I have developed the skills needed to make a new meaningful impact on the lives of others.
Hello everyone! My name is Omar Ali, LCSW. I am a mental health practitioner who has provided treatment to individuals and families in Florida for many years. From a young age, I have always possessed a passion for being of service to others. In conjunction with my personal life experiences, education, and clinical training, I have developed the skills needed to make a new meaningful impact on the lives of others.
(844) 698-3482 View (844) 698-3482
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Lyndal Bedford
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Lakeland, FL 33801
Hello Everyone! My name is Lyndal Bedford and I am a licensed clinical social worker. My role is to come alongside you as you discover the peace, hope, and joy of life that you were always meant to have. I work to provide a safe space to process thoughts and emotions that can be overwhelming. If you feel stuck and do not know how to move forward, come talk with me!
Hello Everyone! My name is Lyndal Bedford and I am a licensed clinical social worker. My role is to come alongside you as you discover the peace, hope, and joy of life that you were always meant to have. I work to provide a safe space to process thoughts and emotions that can be overwhelming. If you feel stuck and do not know how to move forward, come talk with me!
(904) 420-0461 View (904) 420-0461
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Matthew Volker
Counselor, LMHC
Online Only
Most of the time the hardest part of change is the decision to do something different. There are times when we need some help to bring focus, clarity, and peace to our lives. At Purple Heart Counseling, I utilize a mindfulness and introspective approach to help identify your thoughts and feelings. We can focus on your goals and strive towards you living a more optimal and healthy life. I would like to be able to help you create a safe place and a safe space that you feel comfortable to work on the issues that are impacting you. I welcome you to begin your journey today to a healthier tomorrow.
Most of the time the hardest part of change is the decision to do something different. There are times when we need some help to bring focus, clarity, and peace to our lives. At Purple Heart Counseling, I utilize a mindfulness and introspective approach to help identify your thoughts and feelings. We can focus on your goals and strive towards you living a more optimal and healthy life. I would like to be able to help you create a safe place and a safe space that you feel comfortable to work on the issues that are impacting you. I welcome you to begin your journey today to a healthier tomorrow.
(863) 473-7101 View (863) 473-7101

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Men's Issues Therapists
Is therapy for men different than it is for women?
Therapeutic treatments and types are the same for men as they are for women, with the same protocols followed and the same strategies employed. Discussing one’s feelings and emotions is an integral part of most therapies, and some men find doing so more challenging. Therapists can help clients through the process; some specialize in treating men for this reason.

How do you encourage a man to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express your concern and love for the person while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Offering specific examples of how an individual’s behavior affected either himself or others should be done with compassion and with empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.

How can men prepare for therapy?
Men can prepare for therapy by approaching the process with an open mind, being willing to talk about their challenges, and giving treatment the time to work. Before a session, an individual may want to reflect on how they’ve felt since the last session and what’s happened in their lives. It can be useful for men who struggle to recall their emotional states to write down notes between sessions about their response to a given event or how they were feeling at a particular time.

What should men know about the process of therapy?
One of the most common reasons men don’t seek therapy is the notion that there’s something wrong with them if they do. Men should know that just because they’re seeking therapy doesn’t mean they’re mentally ill or damaged in some way. In the same way people work on their bodies through exercise or a craft through practice, therapy can be a way to improve the mental and emotional skills needed to be productive and effective partners, employees, and people in all realms of life.