Men's Issues Therapists in Country Club Hills, IL

Frederick Smith
Psychologist, LCP
Serves Area
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist (LCP) with 15 years of experience in the mental health field, providing talk therapy services. I work with children, adolescents, and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, intellectual/developmental disorders, learning disabilities, OCD, psychotic disorders, behavior disorders, and more. I completed my Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Tougaloo and my Master's degree and Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology.
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist (LCP) with 15 years of experience in the mental health field, providing talk therapy services. I work with children, adolescents, and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, intellectual/developmental disorders, learning disabilities, OCD, psychotic disorders, behavior disorders, and more. I completed my Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Tougaloo and my Master's degree and Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology.
(630) 749-9646 View (630) 749-9646
Comprehensive Services of Illinois
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SAP, CADC, CPLC, CWLC
Serves Area
Welcome to Comprehensive Services of Illinois! CSI staff members are looking forward to servicing you. They are phenomenal, providing comprehensive, high quality, accessible, affordable and effective services to children, adolescent and adults. Professional services are tailored to individual, couple and family need. Their goals are to assist, empower, and respond to your needs. While demonstrating the Comprehensive Services of Illinois philosophy: commitment, compassion, confidentiality, dignity, empathy, empowerment, excellence, genuineness, purpose, respect, support and understanding. Call today to schedule an appointment.
Welcome to Comprehensive Services of Illinois! CSI staff members are looking forward to servicing you. They are phenomenal, providing comprehensive, high quality, accessible, affordable and effective services to children, adolescent and adults. Professional services are tailored to individual, couple and family need. Their goals are to assist, empower, and respond to your needs. While demonstrating the Comprehensive Services of Illinois philosophy: commitment, compassion, confidentiality, dignity, empathy, empowerment, excellence, genuineness, purpose, respect, support and understanding. Call today to schedule an appointment.
(708) 318-1401 View (708) 318-1401
Stephanie Ricedorf: Adults, Couples
Pre-Licensed Professional, LSW
Serves Area
I believe that even the hardest seasons of life can become the best thing you never knew you needed. I specialize in working with adults and adolescents navigating anxiety, depression, mood disorders, ADHD, stress, substance use, and life transitions, including those in narcissistic relationships or seeking support within the LGBTQIA+ community. Drawing on CBT, DBT, ACT, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing, I focus on helping clients build self-compassion, confidence, and practical skills to move toward emotional well-being.
I believe that even the hardest seasons of life can become the best thing you never knew you needed. I specialize in working with adults and adolescents navigating anxiety, depression, mood disorders, ADHD, stress, substance use, and life transitions, including those in narcissistic relationships or seeking support within the LGBTQIA+ community. Drawing on CBT, DBT, ACT, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing, I focus on helping clients build self-compassion, confidence, and practical skills to move toward emotional well-being.
(630) 557-8296 View (630) 557-8296

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Sandra Buecker Spears
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW , LCSW
Chicago, IL 60613
We all have been shaped by our past experiences but sometimes we don’t know how to move forward. We don’t want to be “stuck in the past,” but we also know we can’t “avoid” our history. I have extensive experience in helping people process their lived experiences, understand how their relationships with themselves and others affects who they are, and approach anxiety, trauma, grief and loss in a manner that gives space for healing.
We all have been shaped by our past experiences but sometimes we don’t know how to move forward. We don’t want to be “stuck in the past,” but we also know we can’t “avoid” our history. I have extensive experience in helping people process their lived experiences, understand how their relationships with themselves and others affects who they are, and approach anxiety, trauma, grief and loss in a manner that gives space for healing.
(773) 770-4797 View (773) 770-4797
Matthew R. Sooby
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, QMHP
2 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60625
I believe that our social and environmental surroundings and supports determine our wellbeing more than our "hardwiring." Everything happens within specific contexts. I adapt my approach to the needs of the person in front of me, though I specialize in integrating breath- and bodywork, emotional processing, and person-centered, values-driven care. My role is to hold space, walk alongside you on your journey, and to offer opportunities for self-discovery. My goal is to empower you to build your own path. I work with clients across all ages and identities, and I strive to remain culturally humble in every interaction.
I believe that our social and environmental surroundings and supports determine our wellbeing more than our "hardwiring." Everything happens within specific contexts. I adapt my approach to the needs of the person in front of me, though I specialize in integrating breath- and bodywork, emotional processing, and person-centered, values-driven care. My role is to hold space, walk alongside you on your journey, and to offer opportunities for self-discovery. My goal is to empower you to build your own path. I work with clients across all ages and identities, and I strive to remain culturally humble in every interaction.
(773) 917-8349 View (773) 917-8349
Jake Hogan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hi! My name is Jake! Are you finding yourself a bit stuck in life, looking for the help to get past some longstanding stresses and anxieties to get yourself to that next level? Are you a person who has ambition to improve but is struggling to make it happen? If so, we may be a good fit to work together. I have been a therapist working for almost 10 years, working with people of all backgrounds but primarily men and the LGBTQ+ community. I have specialized training working with neurodiverse clients, as well as those who are queer, polyamorus, or kinky.
Hi! My name is Jake! Are you finding yourself a bit stuck in life, looking for the help to get past some longstanding stresses and anxieties to get yourself to that next level? Are you a person who has ambition to improve but is struggling to make it happen? If so, we may be a good fit to work together. I have been a therapist working for almost 10 years, working with people of all backgrounds but primarily men and the LGBTQ+ community. I have specialized training working with neurodiverse clients, as well as those who are queer, polyamorus, or kinky.
(224) 279-6083 View (224) 279-6083
Ewelina Boch
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
La Grange, IL 60525
Life’s stressors can quietly wear us down, affecting our mood, health, and relationships - sometimes leaving us anxious, shut down, or disconnected. The ways we respond to stress are not random; they are largely shaped by early childhood experiences, which influence how we cope with challenges throughout our lives. Gaining insight into how these experiences shape us, and exploring the root causes of our behaviors, "why we do what we do," are critical steps in strengthening our ability to manage stress, break old cycles, and ultimately feel better.
Life’s stressors can quietly wear us down, affecting our mood, health, and relationships - sometimes leaving us anxious, shut down, or disconnected. The ways we respond to stress are not random; they are largely shaped by early childhood experiences, which influence how we cope with challenges throughout our lives. Gaining insight into how these experiences shape us, and exploring the root causes of our behaviors, "why we do what we do," are critical steps in strengthening our ability to manage stress, break old cycles, and ultimately feel better.
(708) 775-2833 View (708) 775-2833
Tykeith L Nelson
Pre-Licensed Professional
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60642
Healing begins when you feel seen, heard, and supported. My counseling approach is grounded in honesty, compassion, integrity, and collaboration. I walk alongside you as we navigate difficult seasons and discover what works best for you. Sessions are tailored using Person-Centered Therapy, CBT, Narrative Therapy, Art Therapy, and integrative approaches—blending reflection, insight, and creativity.
Healing begins when you feel seen, heard, and supported. My counseling approach is grounded in honesty, compassion, integrity, and collaboration. I walk alongside you as we navigate difficult seasons and discover what works best for you. Sessions are tailored using Person-Centered Therapy, CBT, Narrative Therapy, Art Therapy, and integrative approaches—blending reflection, insight, and creativity.
(708) 438-5374 View (708) 438-5374
Douglas K DeRhodes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Western Springs, IL 60558
I provide individually tailored treatment in a safe and supportive environment that draws and builds upon each person's strengths, resources, wisdom and goals. My style is collaborative, warm and interactive. I enjoy working with a range of clients from children to adults. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, healing from trauma, major life transitions, grief & loss, identity development, self-esteem difficulties, coping with medical health issues and illnesses, dual diagnosis (substance abuse and co-occurring psychiatric disorders), mindful living, and cultivating self-compassion.
I provide individually tailored treatment in a safe and supportive environment that draws and builds upon each person's strengths, resources, wisdom and goals. My style is collaborative, warm and interactive. I enjoy working with a range of clients from children to adults. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, healing from trauma, major life transitions, grief & loss, identity development, self-esteem difficulties, coping with medical health issues and illnesses, dual diagnosis (substance abuse and co-occurring psychiatric disorders), mindful living, and cultivating self-compassion.
(773) 782-6938 View (773) 782-6938
Jennifer Griffin
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, MA
3 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60654
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who enjoys providing a safe and supportive environment to all my clients. Working from a strengths based perspective, my style tends to be warm, understanding, and interactive. Particular areas of interest and experience include adults experiencing anxiety and depression as well as individuals having difficulty in personal and professional relationships. Life transitions can be challenging, but working together through the therapeutic process can ease those tensions.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who enjoys providing a safe and supportive environment to all my clients. Working from a strengths based perspective, my style tends to be warm, understanding, and interactive. Particular areas of interest and experience include adults experiencing anxiety and depression as well as individuals having difficulty in personal and professional relationships. Life transitions can be challenging, but working together through the therapeutic process can ease those tensions.
(312) 985-1086 View (312) 985-1086
Bruce Graves
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Online Only
I am passionate about walking alongside my clients and helping them move toward greater emotional health and well-being. Many of us experience times when we need extra help and support to move forward in our lives. Often we can get stuck in unhealthy thought and behavior patterns and need someone to guide us through the process of changing those patterns. My goal is to create a safe setting in which we can explore together the areas in your life where you may feel stuck or dissatisfied.
I am passionate about walking alongside my clients and helping them move toward greater emotional health and well-being. Many of us experience times when we need extra help and support to move forward in our lives. Often we can get stuck in unhealthy thought and behavior patterns and need someone to guide us through the process of changing those patterns. My goal is to create a safe setting in which we can explore together the areas in your life where you may feel stuck or dissatisfied.
(630) 503-6367 View (630) 503-6367
Christian Baginski
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
1 Endorsed
Naperville, IL 60563
Christian is an experienced counselor who works with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. His calm and grounding therapeutic approach helps clients develop resilience while addressing personal and relational challenges. Christian works collaboratively with clients to increase emotional insight, establish healthier boundaries, and cultivate a stronger sense of self.
Christian is an experienced counselor who works with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. His calm and grounding therapeutic approach helps clients develop resilience while addressing personal and relational challenges. Christian works collaboratively with clients to increase emotional insight, establish healthier boundaries, and cultivate a stronger sense of self.
(331) 272-5366 x240 View (331) 272-5366 x240
Candyce Booker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I have worked in the mental health field for over a decade in many different capacities. I have specific training around the areas of trauma and abuse, although I take a holistic approach to counseling. I work with clients to meet the goals that they have for their lives, whatever those may be. My goal is to foster a strong trusting relationship with clients so they feel comfortable expressing themselves without fear of judgment so they can work through the change process. I work to empower clients to utilize their strengths to overcome the challenges that bring them to counseling.
I have worked in the mental health field for over a decade in many different capacities. I have specific training around the areas of trauma and abuse, although I take a holistic approach to counseling. I work with clients to meet the goals that they have for their lives, whatever those may be. My goal is to foster a strong trusting relationship with clients so they feel comfortable expressing themselves without fear of judgment so they can work through the change process. I work to empower clients to utilize their strengths to overcome the challenges that bring them to counseling.
(217) 596-4970 View (217) 596-4970
Bob Hirsch
Psychologist, PsyD
4 Endorsed
Online Only
My greatest passion and area of specialty is in working with individuals, of all ages, who are experiencing significant distress in their lives, including: death and loss, impaired self-esteem/confidence, anxiety, depression, life transition issues and relationship difficulties.
My greatest passion and area of specialty is in working with individuals, of all ages, who are experiencing significant distress in their lives, including: death and loss, impaired self-esteem/confidence, anxiety, depression, life transition issues and relationship difficulties.
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David Hipes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Online Only
I work with children, adolescents, teenagers, and adults. All individuals ages 10 years and older are welcome to a safe compassionate environment without judgement.
I work with children, adolescents, teenagers, and adults. All individuals ages 10 years and older are welcome to a safe compassionate environment without judgement.
(708) 734-2546 View (708) 734-2546
Erik A Giles
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
5 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60618
After 25 years in the corporate world, choosing to become a therapist has been one of the most meaningful shifts in my life. I approach this work the same way I try to show up everywhere else: direct, steady, genuine, and willing to sit in the real parts of people’s lives. Opening up about what’s bothering you can feel awkward, especially when it involves the things you believe you should already know how to handle. I’ll be honest about what can change and what may need some reframing. We will work through that together. My experience as a father, partner, colleague, and person shapes the way I help clients navigate their own lives.
After 25 years in the corporate world, choosing to become a therapist has been one of the most meaningful shifts in my life. I approach this work the same way I try to show up everywhere else: direct, steady, genuine, and willing to sit in the real parts of people’s lives. Opening up about what’s bothering you can feel awkward, especially when it involves the things you believe you should already know how to handle. I’ll be honest about what can change and what may need some reframing. We will work through that together. My experience as a father, partner, colleague, and person shapes the way I help clients navigate their own lives.
(312) 626-4334 View (312) 626-4334
Brent Hope
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
My view of people was shaped in childhood by two cultural touchstones: Fred Rogers and the album Free to Be, You and Me. Helping people work through difficult emotions such as guilt, shame, and life’s many stressors begins with reconnecting them to their inherent worth. I see my role as coming alongside clients and supporting them as they move forward with greater self-compassion and resilience. As clients heal from current challenges, they often develop the flexibility and insight needed to reduce future suffering related to depression, anxiety, bipolar conditions, and trauma.
My view of people was shaped in childhood by two cultural touchstones: Fred Rogers and the album Free to Be, You and Me. Helping people work through difficult emotions such as guilt, shame, and life’s many stressors begins with reconnecting them to their inherent worth. I see my role as coming alongside clients and supporting them as they move forward with greater self-compassion and resilience. As clients heal from current challenges, they often develop the flexibility and insight needed to reduce future suffering related to depression, anxiety, bipolar conditions, and trauma.
(630) 884-4733 View (630) 884-4733
Dylan Amlin
Counselor, MA, LCPC, CST
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60657
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Certified Sex Therapist (CST) specializing in men's sex and relationship challenges. From losing “the spark” in a long-term relationship to issues with erectile dysfunction, I often find that addressing a sexual concern in therapy can be a catalyst for broader personal growth and connection. I developed Action-Oriented Therapy through my work with clients who were looking for a more active, challenging therapy relationship that encouraged them to grow and meet their goals.
I am a Certified Sex Therapist (CST) specializing in men's sex and relationship challenges. From losing “the spark” in a long-term relationship to issues with erectile dysfunction, I often find that addressing a sexual concern in therapy can be a catalyst for broader personal growth and connection. I developed Action-Oriented Therapy through my work with clients who were looking for a more active, challenging therapy relationship that encouraged them to grow and meet their goals.
(773) 923-1899 View (773) 923-1899
Kevin Vail
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC
Online Only
I believe my role as a therapist is never to “fix” a client, but empower you to uncover a more enriched, fulfilled life. I have learned through years of professional training and a lifetime of personal experience; listening without judgment, with sincere empathy, and providing insight to better understanding of self in a safe and honest place shapes the foundation for positive change. Individualized treatment goals are developed in collaboration with each client, based on what you would like to achieve in therapy. If you are uncertain, that’s ok too, we will work together to identify areas to explore, therapeutic hopes, and goals.
I believe my role as a therapist is never to “fix” a client, but empower you to uncover a more enriched, fulfilled life. I have learned through years of professional training and a lifetime of personal experience; listening without judgment, with sincere empathy, and providing insight to better understanding of self in a safe and honest place shapes the foundation for positive change. Individualized treatment goals are developed in collaboration with each client, based on what you would like to achieve in therapy. If you are uncertain, that’s ok too, we will work together to identify areas to explore, therapeutic hopes, and goals.
(872) 335-4812 View (872) 335-4812
Ben Wall: Men, Adults, Couples
Pre-Licensed Professional, LPC
Chicago, IL 60604
Therapy isn't about having all the answers, it's about building the skills and mindset to face what's hard. I work with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, and problem gambling, helping them move through life's challenges with more steadiness and self-trust. My approach is highly collaborative: you're the expert on your own life, and my job is to bring evidence-based tools you can actually use in real-time when things get difficult. Together, we build emotional regulation skills, work toward greater self-awareness, and develop the resilience to handle whatever life brings next.
Therapy isn't about having all the answers, it's about building the skills and mindset to face what's hard. I work with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, and problem gambling, helping them move through life's challenges with more steadiness and self-trust. My approach is highly collaborative: you're the expert on your own life, and my job is to bring evidence-based tools you can actually use in real-time when things get difficult. Together, we build emotional regulation skills, work toward greater self-awareness, and develop the resilience to handle whatever life brings next.
(224) 553-5193 View (224) 553-5193

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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.