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Jason Decker
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Beachwood, OH 44122
I believe we all have the innate capacity for growth and change, and sometimes we need help to do so. Entering therapy is a significant step, and I am honored to work with people who have decided to begin their path toward healing. I work with adults, teenagers, and couples who are dealing with trauma, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, grief, eating disorders, and developmental crises. Using a strengths-based approach, together we will explore difficult thoughts, emotions, and behaviors from a non-judgmental perspective and chart new fulfilling paths.
I believe we all have the innate capacity for growth and change, and sometimes we need help to do so. Entering therapy is a significant step, and I am honored to work with people who have decided to begin their path toward healing. I work with adults, teenagers, and couples who are dealing with trauma, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, grief, eating disorders, and developmental crises. Using a strengths-based approach, together we will explore difficult thoughts, emotions, and behaviors from a non-judgmental perspective and chart new fulfilling paths.
(440) 595-4526 View (440) 595-4526
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Justin Richard Parsley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gates Mills, OH 44040  (Online Only)
I am a licensed independent social worker (LISW) who is passionate about helping clients work through the issues they are struggling with and improve their mental health and overall well-being. I believe in providing a safe, judgment free environment of compassion, support, and unconditional positive regard to help my clients overcome obstacles in their lives so that they can move forward and thrive.
I am a licensed independent social worker (LISW) who is passionate about helping clients work through the issues they are struggling with and improve their mental health and overall well-being. I believe in providing a safe, judgment free environment of compassion, support, and unconditional positive regard to help my clients overcome obstacles in their lives so that they can move forward and thrive.
(614) 953-6489 View (614) 953-6489
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Tom Gigliotti
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S, ACHT, SAP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Lyndhurst, OH 44124
I have 38 years experience as a life change specialist. If you want to feel better today book an appointment now. The experience I have as teacher and research specialist will give you the life you want today. My clients come from all walks of life and have indicated what they most like is my client-centered approach to treatment. If you are ready to do a deep dive into life and and create the life you have been aspiring to by removing blocks to healthy living then call me and set up an appt. I provide video mental health tips also on my YouTube channel which is (use the character (at) tomgigliotti6677.
I have 38 years experience as a life change specialist. If you want to feel better today book an appointment now. The experience I have as teacher and research specialist will give you the life you want today. My clients come from all walks of life and have indicated what they most like is my client-centered approach to treatment. If you are ready to do a deep dive into life and and create the life you have been aspiring to by removing blocks to healthy living then call me and set up an appt. I provide video mental health tips also on my YouTube channel which is (use the character (at) tomgigliotti6677.
(714) 582-4009 View (714) 582-4009
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Chaim Moshe Steinmetz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Beachwood, OH 44122
My expertise in addiction & trauma recovery has given me a broad and deep understanding of the complexities and contradictions of being hu man.
I offer in person and telehealth counseling uniquely tailored to the concerns of men. Men experience stress, anxiety, mood issues, anger issues, relationship issues, compulsions and addictions differently from wo men and they benefit from therapy that speaks to their own worldviews and emotional realities. As a male, I can relate to your struggles. Most importantly I can provide you with the tips, tools and strategies that will make sense to you and enable you to break through your barriers to success and wellbeing.
My expertise in addiction & trauma recovery has given me a broad and deep understanding of the complexities and contradictions of being hu man.
I offer in person and telehealth counseling uniquely tailored to the concerns of men. Men experience stress, anxiety, mood issues, anger issues, relationship issues, compulsions and addictions differently from wo men and they benefit from therapy that speaks to their own worldviews and emotional realities. As a male, I can relate to your struggles. Most importantly I can provide you with the tips, tools and strategies that will make sense to you and enable you to break through your barriers to success and wellbeing.
(216) 238-0772 View (216) 238-0772
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Paul Culbertson
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cleveland, OH 44125  (Online Only)
Progress is very possible - the therapeutic relationship (trust/progress you feel, or don't) is the main driving force; empathy, non-judgement, and dignity for clients is foundational; non-traditional style - #1 - treat clients as hu man beings.
I focus on autism/ADHD (with or without trauma/PTSD). ADHD/Autism does not need to be previously diagnosed. My method is to analyze connections which typically stem back to one’s family of origin, which can lead to poor self-regard. Together, we work to identify patterns and tendencies, as well as where they came from. I’ve seen people change for the better. We are looking for results, realizations, epiphanies, and for you to break free from the cycle of unhappiness and self-loathing. www.PaulCulbertson.com
Progress is very possible - the therapeutic relationship (trust/progress you feel, or don't) is the main driving force; empathy, non-judgement, and dignity for clients is foundational; non-traditional style - #1 - treat clients as hu man beings.
I focus on autism/ADHD (with or without trauma/PTSD). ADHD/Autism does not need to be previously diagnosed. My method is to analyze connections which typically stem back to one’s family of origin, which can lead to poor self-regard. Together, we work to identify patterns and tendencies, as well as where they came from. I’ve seen people change for the better. We are looking for results, realizations, epiphanies, and for you to break free from the cycle of unhappiness and self-loathing. www.PaulCulbertson.com
(234) 217-5494 View (234) 217-5494
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Christian James Mixon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSA, CIMHP, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Beachwood, OH 44122
God has given us a purpose, a vision, and a mission! As someone who has experienced adversities, I have used my own experiences to empower, and strengthen others. I will admit I do not know everything. I say this because you know your story better than I. If you allow me access to know your story, we can grow together. I acknowledge that trust is an important part in any relationship to develop so do not trust me until I have earned it. My hope is that through partnership, engagement, patience, love, understanding, respect, kindness, and teamwork we can work towards healing and self-empowerment. "Please Email if you see Waitlist" !
God has given us a purpose, a vision, and a mission! As someone who has experienced adversities, I have used my own experiences to empower, and strengthen others. I will admit I do not know everything. I say this because you know your story better than I. If you allow me access to know your story, we can grow together. I acknowledge that trust is an important part in any relationship to develop so do not trust me until I have earned it. My hope is that through partnership, engagement, patience, love, understanding, respect, kindness, and teamwork we can work towards healing and self-empowerment. "Please Email if you see Waitlist" !
(216) 616-2215 View (216) 616-2215
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McAdams Counseling & Consulting
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Shaker Heights, OH 44120
Craig Thomas McAdams is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in Ohio, specializing in Mindfulness Based Somatic Emotional Processing (MBSEP), a transformative approach to emotional and psychological healing. With over 10,000 hours of MBSEP sessions provided, Craig supports individuals and couples in regulating their nervous systems and processing deep emotional experiences. Are you feeling stuck? Let's work together to get unstuck: allowing your creativity to flow uninhibitedly, your emotions to become valuable and digest-able, your aspirations to become realities and your relationships to become more fulfilling.
Craig Thomas McAdams is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in Ohio, specializing in Mindfulness Based Somatic Emotional Processing (MBSEP), a transformative approach to emotional and psychological healing. With over 10,000 hours of MBSEP sessions provided, Craig supports individuals and couples in regulating their nervous systems and processing deep emotional experiences. Are you feeling stuck? Let's work together to get unstuck: allowing your creativity to flow uninhibitedly, your emotions to become valuable and digest-able, your aspirations to become realities and your relationships to become more fulfilling.
(216) 350-0979 View (216) 350-0979
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Eric M Riesterer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Beachwood, OH 44122
I completed my Master’s in Counseling and Hu man Developmental Therapy at Walsh University.
I'm here to teach you psychoeducational skills to take control of your mental health while alongside you in processing life's stressors and traumas. My scope of practice includes working with clients of all ages and as young as 4 trained in play therapy, trauma counseling, mindfulness, cognitive-behavioral, rational-emotive behavioral therapies to assist you/your family with adjustment to new situations, anxiety/perfor mance anxiety, depression, family issues, socialization, stress management & coping resiliency, boy's and men's issues, school issues, military issues, finding balance, purpose and meaning, and sport's counseling.
I completed my Master’s in Counseling and Hu man Developmental Therapy at Walsh University.
I'm here to teach you psychoeducational skills to take control of your mental health while alongside you in processing life's stressors and traumas. My scope of practice includes working with clients of all ages and as young as 4 trained in play therapy, trauma counseling, mindfulness, cognitive-behavioral, rational-emotive behavioral therapies to assist you/your family with adjustment to new situations, anxiety/perfor mance anxiety, depression, family issues, socialization, stress management & coping resiliency, boy's and men's issues, school issues, military issues, finding balance, purpose and meaning, and sport's counseling.
(440) 294-8068 View (440) 294-8068
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Jay Prospal
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Twinsburg, OH 44087
I use many techniques to strengthen my client's sense of self: solution focused talk therapy, Telehealth, sandtray, and art therapy.
I am accepting new clients. NOW OFFERING TELEHEALTH VIDEO SESSIONS to provide clients a safe space to process their feelings during this stressful and challenging COVID-19 outbreak. I specialize in healing trauma with adults, adolescents, and children. I encourage you to reach out for help if you are feeling anxious, isolated, and grieving so many of the losses we are currently facing. COVID-19 has impacted us all, and it is important that we establish and stay connected to our support network. We all struggle with negative thoughts, and it is my hope to help clients replace these negative beliefs with more adaptive ones.
I use many techniques to strengthen my client's sense of self: solution focused talk therapy, Telehealth, sandtray, and art therapy.
I am accepting new clients. NOW OFFERING TELEHEALTH VIDEO SESSIONS to provide clients a safe space to process their feelings during this stressful and challenging COVID-19 outbreak. I specialize in healing trauma with adults, adolescents, and children. I encourage you to reach out for help if you are feeling anxious, isolated, and grieving so many of the losses we are currently facing. COVID-19 has impacted us all, and it is important that we establish and stay connected to our support network. We all struggle with negative thoughts, and it is my hope to help clients replace these negative beliefs with more adaptive ones.
(330) 357-5788 View (330) 357-5788
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Collin Alonzo Myers
Counselor, PhD, PCC-S, DAC, NBCC, NAFC
Verified Verified
Hudson, OH 44236
Fairhaven is a safe place where Hope & Healing begin. We even have a therapy dog in the office who loves to accompany adults & children into session. I love to work with children, adolescents, adults, couples, & families. I work with ADHD, Asperger's, depression, abuse recovery, anxiety, grieving, career planning & development with teens & adults. Many of my clients want spiritual direction. I have worked extensively with Christians of all walks and provide gentle Christian direction, if desired. I have also worked with people of the Jewish and Muslim faiths. I see athiests as well, but never try to push faith upon them.
Fairhaven is a safe place where Hope & Healing begin. We even have a therapy dog in the office who loves to accompany adults & children into session. I love to work with children, adolescents, adults, couples, & families. I work with ADHD, Asperger's, depression, abuse recovery, anxiety, grieving, career planning & development with teens & adults. Many of my clients want spiritual direction. I have worked extensively with Christians of all walks and provide gentle Christian direction, if desired. I have also worked with people of the Jewish and Muslim faiths. I see athiests as well, but never try to push faith upon them.
(330) 648-5603 View (330) 648-5603

Online Therapists

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Vladimir Mordashov
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Richfield, OH 44286
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in trauma, anxiety, and depression with a trauma focused therapy certification. Rather than simply managing the symptoms, the therapy aims to solve core causes that are often carried for many years. Due to this, most of my clients frequently see significant improvement within 3 to 6 sessions. As a trauma informed counselor, I do not ask my clients to share the details and re-experience their wounds.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in trauma, anxiety, and depression with a trauma focused therapy certification. Rather than simply managing the symptoms, the therapy aims to solve core causes that are often carried for many years. Due to this, most of my clients frequently see significant improvement within 3 to 6 sessions. As a trauma informed counselor, I do not ask my clients to share the details and re-experience their wounds.
(234) 742-4185 View (234) 742-4185
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Michael Desposito
MA, LPCC-S, DBTC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
North Canton, OH 44720
Waitlist for new clients
Life happens. As co-owner of the Wellife, LLC, my goal is to provide you a broad range of tools for the swiftest route towards symptom relief, growth development, problem-solving, well-being, and life satisfaction. I specialize in emotion regulation disorders and provide affirmative therapy for LGBTQI+ clients, but my primary goal is to help you develop into the person you want to be in life. I work together collaborativey to develop your goals so we can address any issues you have non-judgementally and with compassion. If you want to live a more well life, visit my website or call to schedule an appointment.
Life happens. As co-owner of the Wellife, LLC, my goal is to provide you a broad range of tools for the swiftest route towards symptom relief, growth development, problem-solving, well-being, and life satisfaction. I specialize in emotion regulation disorders and provide affirmative therapy for LGBTQI+ clients, but my primary goal is to help you develop into the person you want to be in life. I work together collaborativey to develop your goals so we can address any issues you have non-judgementally and with compassion. If you want to live a more well life, visit my website or call to schedule an appointment.
(234) 224-1688 View (234) 224-1688
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Miguel Hernandez
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cleveland, OH 44113  (Online Only)
Something is not feeling right or going the way you would like it to in your life. Maybe its depression or anxiety, a relationship that has gone sour, maybe you feel stuck or confused, lost or just plain not content with how things are going. You would like a change, a goal to be reached, or to better understand yourself or someone else. I believe I can help with these types of challenges. Being a therapist is not just a job to me. The relationship of client and therapist gives me a feeling of profound awe and respect, and often love. I love my job and I love that maybe, just maybe, I can help you embody the change you are seeking.
Something is not feeling right or going the way you would like it to in your life. Maybe its depression or anxiety, a relationship that has gone sour, maybe you feel stuck or confused, lost or just plain not content with how things are going. You would like a change, a goal to be reached, or to better understand yourself or someone else. I believe I can help with these types of challenges. Being a therapist is not just a job to me. The relationship of client and therapist gives me a feeling of profound awe and respect, and often love. I love my job and I love that maybe, just maybe, I can help you embody the change you are seeking.
(216) 250-1607 View (216) 250-1607
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Tim Hull
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Bellville, OH 44813  (Online Only)
Using the tools you gain in therapy, you can manage fear and uncertainty more effectively.
My counseling style is highly engaged yet warm and friendly. I will validate your feelings and experiences while offering challenges to help you shift your mindset. Constructive feedback will give you an opportunity to create some distance from your thoughts and feelings so you can observe them more clearly. As you become more self-aware, you will be able to identify when negative thoughts and feelings are taking over—and what to do to stop them. You will also learn how to create boundaries to help you protect your energy. Therapy can help you let go of perfectionism, procrastination, people-pleasing and self defeating behaviors
Using the tools you gain in therapy, you can manage fear and uncertainty more effectively.
My counseling style is highly engaged yet warm and friendly. I will validate your feelings and experiences while offering challenges to help you shift your mindset. Constructive feedback will give you an opportunity to create some distance from your thoughts and feelings so you can observe them more clearly. As you become more self-aware, you will be able to identify when negative thoughts and feelings are taking over—and what to do to stop them. You will also learn how to create boundaries to help you protect your energy. Therapy can help you let go of perfectionism, procrastination, people-pleasing and self defeating behaviors
(419) 567-8307 View (419) 567-8307
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Dr. Mitch-Lisa Marriage/Couples Workshops/Seminars
PsyD, MSW, Life, Coach
Verified Verified
Akron, OH 44308
Mitch PsyD & Lisa Relationship Coach (30 Years) are truly very Caring Professional's having a Male/Female Perspective on your Relationship.
Relationships in Crisis: We Have Several Private Couples/Marriage Workshops & Seminars, in order to Rapidly Accelerate Your Healing & Your Communication Process (Traditional 45 min. session (Simply Does Not Work). During these 2 to 4 weeks, we will see both of you Together & Individually, as well as Help each of you Learn the Art of Empathy, Sensitivity & Compassion. These Workshops/Seminars are Designed to be Informative & Powerful, in order to Accelerate Your Healing Process & Stop any further Damage from Occurring. Our Success RATE is 85% of Our Couples that have Successfully Completed Our Couples Workshops or Alcohol Treatment.
Mitch PsyD & Lisa Relationship Coach (30 Years) are truly very Caring Professional's having a Male/Female Perspective on your Relationship.
Relationships in Crisis: We Have Several Private Couples/Marriage Workshops & Seminars, in order to Rapidly Accelerate Your Healing & Your Communication Process (Traditional 45 min. session (Simply Does Not Work). During these 2 to 4 weeks, we will see both of you Together & Individually, as well as Help each of you Learn the Art of Empathy, Sensitivity & Compassion. These Workshops/Seminars are Designed to be Informative & Powerful, in order to Accelerate Your Healing Process & Stop any further Damage from Occurring. Our Success RATE is 85% of Our Couples that have Successfully Completed Our Couples Workshops or Alcohol Treatment.
(234) 278-2351 View (234) 278-2351
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Joshua Weinreb
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC
Verified Verified
North Canton, OH 44720
I specialize in Men's mental health.
I help those having difficulty controlling their frustrations. Anger and other intense emotions can impact your judgement and decision making, which can lead to problems with your thoughts, feelings, and how you interact with others. I help individuals with goals that might include: becoming more in control of their emotions, working on managing stress and anger, and dealing with conflict in a healthy way. I teach men how to become emotionally vulnerable, which leads to greater satisfactions in relationships with others and themselves. The greater we know ourselves, the more connected we feel with others.
I specialize in Men's mental health.
I help those having difficulty controlling their frustrations. Anger and other intense emotions can impact your judgement and decision making, which can lead to problems with your thoughts, feelings, and how you interact with others. I help individuals with goals that might include: becoming more in control of their emotions, working on managing stress and anger, and dealing with conflict in a healthy way. I teach men how to become emotionally vulnerable, which leads to greater satisfactions in relationships with others and themselves. The greater we know ourselves, the more connected we feel with others.
(234) 230-6525 View (234) 230-6525
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Keith Y. Burger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW, LPCC
Verified Verified
Warren, OH 44483
For anxiety and depression I utilize cognitive behavioral therapy as well as stress management techniques.
I believe problems can be solved. It takes work, the ability to be open to new ideas, the willingness to stand and face problems,the wisdom to share and to rely on someone other than yourself, to offer a different perspective. No one has all the answers all the time but working together, solutions can be found.
For anxiety and depression I utilize cognitive behavioral therapy as well as stress management techniques.
I believe problems can be solved. It takes work, the ability to be open to new ideas, the willingness to stand and face problems,the wisdom to share and to rely on someone other than yourself, to offer a different perspective. No one has all the answers all the time but working together, solutions can be found.
(330) 540-7451 View (330) 540-7451
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Mark Kaplafka
Counselor, LPCC-S, CHT, NCC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Rocky River, OH 44116
It's my goal to help you find happiness again. I want to help you navigate and improve the difficulties and challenges you might be facing in your personal life and in your relationships. I work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues to help people achieve their personal goals such as balance, peace of mind and happiness. My approach, as an integrative, heart centered therapist, draws from a diverse range of traditional and non-traditional tools and techniques. This allows us to tailor a specialized plan that meets your individual needs to work toward achieving results.
It's my goal to help you find happiness again. I want to help you navigate and improve the difficulties and challenges you might be facing in your personal life and in your relationships. I work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues to help people achieve their personal goals such as balance, peace of mind and happiness. My approach, as an integrative, heart centered therapist, draws from a diverse range of traditional and non-traditional tools and techniques. This allows us to tailor a specialized plan that meets your individual needs to work toward achieving results.
(440) 336-8953 View (440) 336-8953
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David S. Pennington
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
North Canton, OH 44720
Give it a try! Take time to get your answers, learn to rest, to heal and to become the person you want to be! Contact me to take the first step of many on your new journey!.
Life can get so full of things that take away from what's important. If you've got questions-- good! Sounds like you are ready to find your answers! Let's explore this path for a more fulfilling, enjoyable journey! Let's take time for what's important and bring clarity in your life back into focus. Faith is important and we include this if you are open to it.
Give it a try! Take time to get your answers, learn to rest, to heal and to become the person you want to be! Contact me to take the first step of many on your new journey!.
Life can get so full of things that take away from what's important. If you've got questions-- good! Sounds like you are ready to find your answers! Let's explore this path for a more fulfilling, enjoyable journey! Let's take time for what's important and bring clarity in your life back into focus. Faith is important and we include this if you are open to it.
(330) 294-3182 View (330) 294-3182
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Mike Ladousier, Sage Wisdom Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wooster, OH 44691
Tired of repeating patterns that you sense are holding you back and delaying your success? Burnt out from doing the “work” but getting similar results? Hoping for better relationships but not knowing where to start? This is the place for you. Our dynamic style is focused on how to get you to experience your life currently the way you truly desire, while at times, challenging areas that keep you stuck in a cycle of living that is not effective for you.
Tired of repeating patterns that you sense are holding you back and delaying your success? Burnt out from doing the “work” but getting similar results? Hoping for better relationships but not knowing where to start? This is the place for you. Our dynamic style is focused on how to get you to experience your life currently the way you truly desire, while at times, challenging areas that keep you stuck in a cycle of living that is not effective for you.
(330) 800-5471 View (330) 800-5471

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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.