Male Therapists in 85019
Dennis Ryan
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85019
I specialize in anger management, men's issues, and ADHD. A client who is looking for a sensitive yet strategic approach to these issues will likely benefit from the work we do together. During our initial session I will, as much as possible, try to understand your situation and help you set a direction so that you get get what you need from your therapeutic experience. While my specialties are those previously mentioned I also see clients for a number of other issues: relationships, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, removing blocks to creativity, and addictions.
I specialize in anger management, men's issues, and ADHD. A client who is looking for a sensitive yet strategic approach to these issues will likely benefit from the work we do together. During our initial session I will, as much as possible, try to understand your situation and help you set a direction so that you get get what you need from your therapeutic experience. While my specialties are those previously mentioned I also see clients for a number of other issues: relationships, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, removing blocks to creativity, and addictions.
Thor Fjell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85019 (Online Only)
If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, or issues related to past traumatic events...you are not alone. I specialize in helping adults build their emotional resilience and take back their lives from the grip of anxiety, depression, and trauma. Therapy can help you heal from the pain of the past, develop coping skills, and find meaning in your life. With a deep understanding of trauma's impact on the mind, body, and spirit, I offer evidence-based therapies tailored to your needs. Together, we will explore your experiences, process difficult emotions, and develop effective coping strategies.
If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, or issues related to past traumatic events...you are not alone. I specialize in helping adults build their emotional resilience and take back their lives from the grip of anxiety, depression, and trauma. Therapy can help you heal from the pain of the past, develop coping skills, and find meaning in your life. With a deep understanding of trauma's impact on the mind, body, and spirit, I offer evidence-based therapies tailored to your needs. Together, we will explore your experiences, process difficult emotions, and develop effective coping strategies.
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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.