Male Therapists in Ruston, LA
I am interested in helping you become the best person you can be...for yourself and for your family. I want to help you accept and grow from your past experiences and improve your future. My practice is focused on High impact individuals who have discovered that their past or present is potentially impacting their future. I am looking for clients who are ready to act and are committed to change. Ready to move themselves to another level of success while also maintaining relationships. I enjoy working with individuals and couples to work towards a common goal.
I am interested in helping you become the best person you can be...for yourself and for your family. I want to help you accept and grow from your past experiences and improve your future. My practice is focused on High impact individuals who have discovered that their past or present is potentially impacting their future. I am looking for clients who are ready to act and are committed to change. Ready to move themselves to another level of success while also maintaining relationships. I enjoy working with individuals and couples to work towards a common goal.
Clients frequently tell me how much they have grown mentally and how they are able to manage their symptoms better.
Hi, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I've worked with many different populations including, children, adolescents, young adults and older adults. I've worked in individuals and group settings. I do in person and virtual sessions depending on the location and availability. My clients frequently tell me how they appreciate the services and they usually leave the session feeling better. To learn more about me, you can read about my background, education, experience and therapy approach in my provider profile.
Clients frequently tell me how much they have grown mentally and how they are able to manage their symptoms better.
Hi, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I've worked with many different populations including, children, adolescents, young adults and older adults. I've worked in individuals and group settings. I do in person and virtual sessions depending on the location and availability. My clients frequently tell me how they appreciate the services and they usually leave the session feeling better. To learn more about me, you can read about my background, education, experience and therapy approach in my provider profile.
Shannon Boyce (Choosing Change Counseling LLC.)
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, NCC, BCST, BCCH
Verified Verified
Ruston, LA 71270
Sex therapy is a form of counseling that is for couples as well as individuals to resolve sexual difficulties, such as perfor mance anxieties or relationship problems. It is a specialized type of psychotherapy, which means you are treating a mental health issue by going to a mental health professional. Sex therapy can help you improve your current or future relationships, overcome sexual and physical difficulties, and help gain a better understanding of yourself and your sexuality. We provide a safe and relaxing environment, along with professional care, and understand the difficulty you are struggling with.
Sex therapy is a form of counseling that is for couples as well as individuals to resolve sexual difficulties, such as perfor mance anxieties or relationship problems. It is a specialized type of psychotherapy, which means you are treating a mental health issue by going to a mental health professional. Sex therapy can help you improve your current or future relationships, overcome sexual and physical difficulties, and help gain a better understanding of yourself and your sexuality. We provide a safe and relaxing environment, along with professional care, and understand the difficulty you are struggling with.
Jake DeFee
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Ruston, LA 71270 (Online Only)
I have worked with a wide range of people on a number of different issues. The majority has been depression and anxiety, but I have helped people with various mental health challenges that people face. In working with anyone, my main focus is on seeing the issue from their perspective and helping them overcome it or develop ways of coping. In seeking out therapy, for most people, there is a fear of engaging in it. A person that is able to start, participate, and finish therapy are brave people.
I have worked with a wide range of people on a number of different issues. The majority has been depression and anxiety, but I have helped people with various mental health challenges that people face. In working with anyone, my main focus is on seeing the issue from their perspective and helping them overcome it or develop ways of coping. In seeking out therapy, for most people, there is a fear of engaging in it. A person that is able to start, participate, and finish therapy are brave people.
My goal as a therapist is to help my client/clients become equipped to live life fully. I believe people can change and I enjoy being a part of that. I value the therapeutic relationship and find that it provides a solid foundation for the client to learn and grow.
My goal as a therapist is to help my client/clients become equipped to live life fully. I believe people can change and I enjoy being a part of that. I value the therapeutic relationship and find that it provides a solid foundation for the client to learn and grow.
I believe we meet no ordinary people in our lives and I am passionate about using evidence-based psychological methods to help my clients heal, grow, and ultimately flourish. I count it a privilege to be able to help people process many different types of painful experiences such as trauma and loss, depression, anxiety, and marital conflict. I provide therapy and psychological evaluations to help clients build upon their strengths, while also helping them identify and remove obstacles that have been keeping them from reaching their potential.
I believe we meet no ordinary people in our lives and I am passionate about using evidence-based psychological methods to help my clients heal, grow, and ultimately flourish. I count it a privilege to be able to help people process many different types of painful experiences such as trauma and loss, depression, anxiety, and marital conflict. I provide therapy and psychological evaluations to help clients build upon their strengths, while also helping them identify and remove obstacles that have been keeping them from reaching their potential.
I tailor my approach to your specific needs; there are many helpful paths but we will work together to find the one that fits best for you to reach your goals.
I have experience working with clients of ages 7 and up and provide counseling to couples, individuals, and families experiencing relationship difficulties, grief, loss, trauma, depression, anxiety, phase of life problems, anger, and those seeking better ways to handle life's difficulties. I work with motivated clients who are looking to change their current situations and improve the quality of their life.
I tailor my approach to your specific needs; there are many helpful paths but we will work together to find the one that fits best for you to reach your goals.
I have experience working with clients of ages 7 and up and provide counseling to couples, individuals, and families experiencing relationship difficulties, grief, loss, trauma, depression, anxiety, phase of life problems, anger, and those seeking better ways to handle life's difficulties. I work with motivated clients who are looking to change their current situations and improve the quality of their life.
Stephen “Tyler” Shockey
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, CSAT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ruston, LA 71270
I work with teenagers, adults, and couples. As a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist, my primary focus involves working with those that struggle with sex addiction, pornography, infidelity, and the resulting difficulties. I also work with individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship issues, and life transitions. My therapeutic approach involves understanding individuals as a part of the larger systems the exist within (marriage, family, work, etc.).
I work with teenagers, adults, and couples. As a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist, my primary focus involves working with those that struggle with sex addiction, pornography, infidelity, and the resulting difficulties. I also work with individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship issues, and life transitions. My therapeutic approach involves understanding individuals as a part of the larger systems the exist within (marriage, family, work, etc.).
Online Therapists
Michael Becerra
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, CRC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Shreveport, LA 71101
Navigating life's transitions de mands both resilience and a committed guide. With nearly two decades of experience as a counselor, I focus on helping individuals navigate difficult transitions. I perceive challenges—be it stress, anxiety, career transitions, or relationship troubles—not as barriers but as opportunities for growth. My experience is broad, from community agencies to educational settings, and extends internationally, including six years in Colombia working with intercultural couples/families and expatriates. These experiences have refined my ability to facilitate change across various cultural contexts.
Navigating life's transitions de mands both resilience and a committed guide. With nearly two decades of experience as a counselor, I focus on helping individuals navigate difficult transitions. I perceive challenges—be it stress, anxiety, career transitions, or relationship troubles—not as barriers but as opportunities for growth. My experience is broad, from community agencies to educational settings, and extends internationally, including six years in Colombia working with intercultural couples/families and expatriates. These experiences have refined my ability to facilitate change across various cultural contexts.
Roan Jordan Flenniken
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, TIYT
Verified Verified
Shreveport, LA 71105
I will be a source of honest support, deep listening, understanding, change processes and, at times, direct advice. I have a passion for working with people to create joyful, more satisfying, balanced, and interesting lives. The purpose of therapy is to offer a safe, comfortable, and supportive environment to find perspective and solve problems. LGBTQA+ friendly, anyone is safe here. I have worked with clients with mild issues and those with lifelong patterns that require a deeper process. If you find the strength to bring yourself here, we will collaborate to help you live a better life.
I will be a source of honest support, deep listening, understanding, change processes and, at times, direct advice. I have a passion for working with people to create joyful, more satisfying, balanced, and interesting lives. The purpose of therapy is to offer a safe, comfortable, and supportive environment to find perspective and solve problems. LGBTQA+ friendly, anyone is safe here. I have worked with clients with mild issues and those with lifelong patterns that require a deeper process. If you find the strength to bring yourself here, we will collaborate to help you live a better life.
James Harrison
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Natchitoches, LA 71457
I can help you with depression, stress, racing thoughts, substance use, and many other of the issues we face in life.
Are you having trouble dealing with life’s stresses? Does your life feel out of control, and you are weighed down by racing thoughts? We all get bogged down by the stresses and uncertainties of life, and that is part of the journey. But, the good news is you don’t have to face the journey alone. I am here to walk with you through the racing thoughts, stress, anxiety, or whatever you find yourself struggling with.
I can help you with depression, stress, racing thoughts, substance use, and many other of the issues we face in life.
Are you having trouble dealing with life’s stresses? Does your life feel out of control, and you are weighed down by racing thoughts? We all get bogged down by the stresses and uncertainties of life, and that is part of the journey. But, the good news is you don’t have to face the journey alone. I am here to walk with you through the racing thoughts, stress, anxiety, or whatever you find yourself struggling with.
Further, I work with people experiencing ADHD symptoms in creating cohesive plans for better life management.
Thank you for taking a moment to see if my qualifications and areas of expertise match your needs. I am a Louisiana native with 15 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, Adult ADHD, depression, and compassion fatigue. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you.
Further, I work with people experiencing ADHD symptoms in creating cohesive plans for better life management.
Thank you for taking a moment to see if my qualifications and areas of expertise match your needs. I am a Louisiana native with 15 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, Adult ADHD, depression, and compassion fatigue. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you.
Andy Sibley Counseling Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Shreveport, LA 71101
If you are struggling with emotional pain from life’s many difficulties, you have come to the right place for help. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression, loss, or a difficult relationship, Andy has a proven track record of helping clients get to a "better place". As a LPC and LMFT, Andy really enjoys helping individuals, couples, and families find more peace, joy and stability in their lives. For over 21 years he's been in private practice and taught future counselors at Louisiana Tech University. Andy has previously worked for The Dr. Phil Show providing aftercare counseling for many guests of the show.
If you are struggling with emotional pain from life’s many difficulties, you have come to the right place for help. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression, loss, or a difficult relationship, Andy has a proven track record of helping clients get to a "better place". As a LPC and LMFT, Andy really enjoys helping individuals, couples, and families find more peace, joy and stability in their lives. For over 21 years he's been in private practice and taught future counselors at Louisiana Tech University. Andy has previously worked for The Dr. Phil Show providing aftercare counseling for many guests of the show.
I am trained as a Brief Therapist and use a structural-strategic approach to therapy where both therapist and client collaboratively engage to address issues and solve problems with unique My work includes children & families, couples, individuals, and professionals experiencing licensing issues or other career-related concerns. My worldview is that we are all part of larger systems which consist of our families, friends, co-workers, and the people we surround ourselves with every day. When we work to improve those relationships, and realign the structure of our interactions with the people around us, we then see positive results.
I am trained as a Brief Therapist and use a structural-strategic approach to therapy where both therapist and client collaboratively engage to address issues and solve problems with unique My work includes children & families, couples, individuals, and professionals experiencing licensing issues or other career-related concerns. My worldview is that we are all part of larger systems which consist of our families, friends, co-workers, and the people we surround ourselves with every day. When we work to improve those relationships, and realign the structure of our interactions with the people around us, we then see positive results.
Ronnie J. Burns
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, MAMFT, MDiv, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Haughton, LA 71037
I approach counseling from an integrative perspective, utilizing a number of empirically supported therapies including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy (REBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), the Gott man Marital Research therapies in a systemic framework.
I see counseling as a process in which the client and the counselor work together in achieving a safe environment of understanding, mutual respect, and trust. We work as a team to explore and define present problem situations, develop future goals for an improved life, and work in a systematic fashion toward realizing those goals. I work with clients in a variety of formats including individual, couples, family, and group therapy. I also offer 1, 2, or 3 day "marriage intensives" in either the Haughton office or through teletherapy. Please contact me for more information on intensives.
I approach counseling from an integrative perspective, utilizing a number of empirically supported therapies including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy (REBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), the Gott man Marital Research therapies in a systemic framework.
I see counseling as a process in which the client and the counselor work together in achieving a safe environment of understanding, mutual respect, and trust. We work as a team to explore and define present problem situations, develop future goals for an improved life, and work in a systematic fashion toward realizing those goals. I work with clients in a variety of formats including individual, couples, family, and group therapy. I also offer 1, 2, or 3 day "marriage intensives" in either the Haughton office or through teletherapy. Please contact me for more information on intensives.
Clients of all ages know that authenticity is essential to the therapy process. This is why I strive to create and maintain a space where they can come to be truly and empathically understood in a world suffering from reactive misunderstanding. The goals that come with seeking a satisfied state of being are daily for all of us. In my clients I see unique whole persons with stories worth listening to and knowing with a healer's intention. Together we find balance between the extremes and learn to repair and renew the powerful interactions between mind, body, and emotional experience. Self-care is essential for a well-loved existence.
Clients of all ages know that authenticity is essential to the therapy process. This is why I strive to create and maintain a space where they can come to be truly and empathically understood in a world suffering from reactive misunderstanding. The goals that come with seeking a satisfied state of being are daily for all of us. In my clients I see unique whole persons with stories worth listening to and knowing with a healer's intention. Together we find balance between the extremes and learn to repair and renew the powerful interactions between mind, body, and emotional experience. Self-care is essential for a well-loved existence.
Eddie P. Millhollon
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Shreveport, LA 71101
Dr. Millhollon is a systemic therapist. His approach to individual therapy recognizes that people are the product of interactional patterns that shape their world view. Problems of childhood, adolescence, and adulthood can often be solved by observing these patterns and interactions, then identifying personal strengths and resources that can lead to workable solutions.
Dr. Millhollon is a systemic therapist. His approach to individual therapy recognizes that people are the product of interactional patterns that shape their world view. Problems of childhood, adolescence, and adulthood can often be solved by observing these patterns and interactions, then identifying personal strengths and resources that can lead to workable solutions.
I discovered at a young age that I love talking with and getting to know others. It became a kind of mission to figure out what other people were passionate about and what they had going on in their lives. I realized that having a genuine connection with someone you can trust can be incredibly beneficial. This is the type of environment I hope to create in our sessions. Really and truly my goal is to work along side of you, as you create meaningful change in your life.
I discovered at a young age that I love talking with and getting to know others. It became a kind of mission to figure out what other people were passionate about and what they had going on in their lives. I realized that having a genuine connection with someone you can trust can be incredibly beneficial. This is the type of environment I hope to create in our sessions. Really and truly my goal is to work along side of you, as you create meaningful change in your life.
Life can be really hard and present many challenges. Whether those challenges be in the form of relationships, jobs, abuse, trauma, anxiety or depression, it is difficult to walk through them alone. It would be my privilege to walk alongside you on your journey of healing, and to provide support each step of the way. You can have the life you want, meet the goals you set for yourself, and live each day with peace and joy, and I would be grateful for the opportunity to join you on that journey.
Life can be really hard and present many challenges. Whether those challenges be in the form of relationships, jobs, abuse, trauma, anxiety or depression, it is difficult to walk through them alone. It would be my privilege to walk alongside you on your journey of healing, and to provide support each step of the way. You can have the life you want, meet the goals you set for yourself, and live each day with peace and joy, and I would be grateful for the opportunity to join you on that journey.
Magnolia Mental Health Solutions
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Trout, LA 71371 (Online Only)
Sometimes life is big and sometimes it's bigger than it has to be. Each of us face unexpected and unavoidable circumstances. Each of us run the risk of allowing small matters to build up into big frustrations.
Sometimes life is big and sometimes it's bigger than it has to be. Each of us face unexpected and unavoidable circumstances. Each of us run the risk of allowing small matters to build up into big frustrations.
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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.