Men's Issues Therapists in Gardiner, ME
Are you feeling overwhelmed or stressed out? Frustrated with a close relationship? I’m a clinical psychologist specializing in stress and anxiety. I work with individuals and couples. I have a health psychology background and have helped many clients with chronic pain/illness, as well as making behavior changes such as weight loss, exercise, quitting smoking, & preparing for bariatric surgery.
Are you feeling overwhelmed or stressed out? Frustrated with a close relationship? I’m a clinical psychologist specializing in stress and anxiety. I work with individuals and couples. I have a health psychology background and have helped many clients with chronic pain/illness, as well as making behavior changes such as weight loss, exercise, quitting smoking, & preparing for bariatric surgery.
Indeed, life has its ups & downs and sometimes we need support when it seems our past/present experiences are limiting ourselves and our life choices. The sense of unbalance can result in many obstacles, struggles & indecisiveness. I work with individuals & would love to meet with you to allow for a space to support & develop a better sense of balance. Therapy & my multiple offerings allows clients the opportunity to discover their limiting thoughts, patterns & beliefs in order to recognize, awaken & cultivate unconditional confidence to allow for a stronger & gentler sense of self & the ability to make calm & relaxed choices.
Indeed, life has its ups & downs and sometimes we need support when it seems our past/present experiences are limiting ourselves and our life choices. The sense of unbalance can result in many obstacles, struggles & indecisiveness. I work with individuals & would love to meet with you to allow for a space to support & develop a better sense of balance. Therapy & my multiple offerings allows clients the opportunity to discover their limiting thoughts, patterns & beliefs in order to recognize, awaken & cultivate unconditional confidence to allow for a stronger & gentler sense of self & the ability to make calm & relaxed choices.
My ideal client is someone curious about their inner world, even if ambivalent about change.They may struggle with anxiety, depression, or repeating life patterns, and need both practical coping skills and insight into the beliefs that keep them stuck. Their goals often include breaking cycles, improving relationships, and building confidence in making intentional choices.Motivation helps, but I also value clients willing to be challenged when resistance arises.Homework and practice are essential, extending progress beyond sessions. Together we examine problematic patterns and explore the shadow, aiming for authentic, lasting change
My ideal client is someone curious about their inner world, even if ambivalent about change.They may struggle with anxiety, depression, or repeating life patterns, and need both practical coping skills and insight into the beliefs that keep them stuck. Their goals often include breaking cycles, improving relationships, and building confidence in making intentional choices.Motivation helps, but I also value clients willing to be challenged when resistance arises.Homework and practice are essential, extending progress beyond sessions. Together we examine problematic patterns and explore the shadow, aiming for authentic, lasting change
I work hard with clients to build a therapeutic relationship that makes it feel safe to explore the wounds that have brought individuals, couples, and families into therapy and to create space for new, healthier patterns to emerge as members of the system heal together.
I work hard with clients to build a therapeutic relationship that makes it feel safe to explore the wounds that have brought individuals, couples, and families into therapy and to create space for new, healthier patterns to emerge as members of the system heal together.
I am a psychotherapist who enjoys working with a wide variety of people and issues. I specialize in trauma work utilizing a treatment called EMDR which is particularly effective to ameliorate flashbacks and nightmares. I also treat many clients with anxiety and depression. I work with adolescents, and adults individually, or as couples or families. A variety of treatment modalities used in my practice include psycho education regarding men's and women's issues, codependency, information specific to a particular diagnosis, cognitive and dialectical behavior therapy, EMDR, as well as several others.
I am a psychotherapist who enjoys working with a wide variety of people and issues. I specialize in trauma work utilizing a treatment called EMDR which is particularly effective to ameliorate flashbacks and nightmares. I also treat many clients with anxiety and depression. I work with adolescents, and adults individually, or as couples or families. A variety of treatment modalities used in my practice include psycho education regarding men's and women's issues, codependency, information specific to a particular diagnosis, cognitive and dialectical behavior therapy, EMDR, as well as several others.
We often find ourselves stuck in all too familiar negative patterns. Patterns of behavior that we know don't serve ourselves or our loved ones. Patterns of thought that always seem to tear us down no matter how much progress we make. Patterns within relationships that are less than we deserve. Patterns of anxiety and stress that feel out of our control. Many of us have worked hard to understand and change these patterns: setting goals, self-help books, therapy, medication, meditation, and so on. Yet we find that the deepest patterns are frustratingly stubborn, seeming to rise to the surface no matter how much work we've done.
We often find ourselves stuck in all too familiar negative patterns. Patterns of behavior that we know don't serve ourselves or our loved ones. Patterns of thought that always seem to tear us down no matter how much progress we make. Patterns within relationships that are less than we deserve. Patterns of anxiety and stress that feel out of our control. Many of us have worked hard to understand and change these patterns: setting goals, self-help books, therapy, medication, meditation, and so on. Yet we find that the deepest patterns are frustratingly stubborn, seeming to rise to the surface no matter how much work we've done.
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I enjoy working with patients that want to move beyond the cookie cutter structure of many types of therapies in order to increase insight, improve adaptive coping, increasing holistic health, and are motivated for change. My sessions tend to be more conversational and dynamic, where the client isn't just talking to a grey wall and I'm not monologuing at them. Although I provide some structure, I allow for the flexibility that life demands and as additional stressor may arise. I have extensively worked with male individuals that have experienced multiple types of trauma, including combat, sexual, and childhood.
I enjoy working with patients that want to move beyond the cookie cutter structure of many types of therapies in order to increase insight, improve adaptive coping, increasing holistic health, and are motivated for change. My sessions tend to be more conversational and dynamic, where the client isn't just talking to a grey wall and I'm not monologuing at them. Although I provide some structure, I allow for the flexibility that life demands and as additional stressor may arise. I have extensively worked with male individuals that have experienced multiple types of trauma, including combat, sexual, and childhood.
Accepting MaineCare Insurance! Drawing from both my personal experiences and professional training, I prioritize understanding the complexities of each individual’s life story. Together, we’ll work to discover what feels right to you, creating a foundation for growth and fulfillment.
Accepting MaineCare Insurance! Drawing from both my personal experiences and professional training, I prioritize understanding the complexities of each individual’s life story. Together, we’ll work to discover what feels right to you, creating a foundation for growth and fulfillment.
I specialize in helping men who struggle with isolation, feelings of anxiety and depression, blocks to intimacy, addiction to pornography, lack of male friends, a feeling of being lost or without a deep sense of purpose, or feeling numb and disconnected from life. As men, we are socialized to keep everything to ourselves, which makes it hard for us to admit when we're lonely, hurting, and in need of support. Many of us grew up with fathers that were absent, abusive, or detached from us emotionally, leaving us without a respectable model of masculinity and without much direction in life.
I specialize in helping men who struggle with isolation, feelings of anxiety and depression, blocks to intimacy, addiction to pornography, lack of male friends, a feeling of being lost or without a deep sense of purpose, or feeling numb and disconnected from life. As men, we are socialized to keep everything to ourselves, which makes it hard for us to admit when we're lonely, hurting, and in need of support. Many of us grew up with fathers that were absent, abusive, or detached from us emotionally, leaving us without a respectable model of masculinity and without much direction in life.
David
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
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My ideal clients are people navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, or serious clinical mental health issues and are feeling stuck, stressed, lost, or uncertain. They may wrestle with questions of meaning, identity, or purpose and want practical tools for coping, along with a space to explore the bigger questions of life. Their goal isn’t just to “get by”—they want to feel more connected, confident, and capable of creating a life that truly matters.
My ideal clients are people navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, or serious clinical mental health issues and are feeling stuck, stressed, lost, or uncertain. They may wrestle with questions of meaning, identity, or purpose and want practical tools for coping, along with a space to explore the bigger questions of life. Their goal isn’t just to “get by”—they want to feel more connected, confident, and capable of creating a life that truly matters.
I work with college-aged men and young professionals. My clients are typically concerned about their relationships, behaviors or moods. Most are being encouraged by loved ones to talk to someone. Many are facing legal problems or financial problems connected to a pattern of behaviors.
Talking really can help.
Speaking without censorship to a compassionate, interested listener is a timeless process. It helps us see and think differently. It disrupts rigid and uncharitable ways of thinking.
It can help bring us relief.
I work with college-aged men and young professionals. My clients are typically concerned about their relationships, behaviors or moods. Most are being encouraged by loved ones to talk to someone. Many are facing legal problems or financial problems connected to a pattern of behaviors.
Talking really can help.
Speaking without censorship to a compassionate, interested listener is a timeless process. It helps us see and think differently. It disrupts rigid and uncharitable ways of thinking.
It can help bring us relief.
Empowering Your Journey to Mental Well-Being I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over ten years of experience assisting individuals and couples in navigating difficult times. I believe deeply in the power of personal autonomy and self-determination. My mission is to assist you in attaining optimal mental health, emotional well-being, and personal empowerment.
Empowering Your Journey to Mental Well-Being I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over ten years of experience assisting individuals and couples in navigating difficult times. I believe deeply in the power of personal autonomy and self-determination. My mission is to assist you in attaining optimal mental health, emotional well-being, and personal empowerment.
The most difficult part of making the changes in your life is learning who to turn to when you need guidance and support. Many adolescents and young adults simply need someone they can trust, feel safe with, and know truly wants to listen. My goal is to help clients not only learn to trust me, but also themselves. They will learn to build the confidence, insight, and self-awareness they need to more through life with greater clarity and resilience.
As a Certified ARISE interventionist, I also support families coping with a loved one's addiction, helping them navigate boundaries, communication and connection.
The most difficult part of making the changes in your life is learning who to turn to when you need guidance and support. Many adolescents and young adults simply need someone they can trust, feel safe with, and know truly wants to listen. My goal is to help clients not only learn to trust me, but also themselves. They will learn to build the confidence, insight, and self-awareness they need to more through life with greater clarity and resilience.
As a Certified ARISE interventionist, I also support families coping with a loved one's addiction, helping them navigate boundaries, communication and connection.
Licensed in Connecticut and Maine, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes. My practice centers on helping clients, particularly older adults, work through challenges like depression, anxiety, relationship dynamics, and workplace stress.
I'm deeply committed to guiding individuals toward self-discovery and personal growth. My therapeutic approach focuses on addressing core issues such as self-esteem, life purpose, communication barriers, and personal healing. I create a compassionate space where clients can explore feelings of guilt, shame, and the journey toward self-forgiveness.
Licensed in Connecticut and Maine, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes. My practice centers on helping clients, particularly older adults, work through challenges like depression, anxiety, relationship dynamics, and workplace stress.
I'm deeply committed to guiding individuals toward self-discovery and personal growth. My therapeutic approach focuses on addressing core issues such as self-esteem, life purpose, communication barriers, and personal healing. I create a compassionate space where clients can explore feelings of guilt, shame, and the journey toward self-forgiveness.
I am a cognitive-behavioral therapist that provides empirically supported treatment for people struggling with OCD, anxiety, and depression. I use exposure and response prevention for individuals who have OCD. My therapeutic style is warm, compassionate, and interactive. I offer both weekly sessions and more intensive treatment for OCD if appropriate.
I am a cognitive-behavioral therapist that provides empirically supported treatment for people struggling with OCD, anxiety, and depression. I use exposure and response prevention for individuals who have OCD. My therapeutic style is warm, compassionate, and interactive. I offer both weekly sessions and more intensive treatment for OCD if appropriate.
Are you struggling with pornography or sexual compulsivity? Is secrecy, broken trust or loss of intimacy hurting your relationship? Or maybe you’re not in crisis, but you know your marriage could be stronger, more connected, more alive? You’re not alone–we have been through these issues personally and know what it’s like. I’m a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT), and Hunter is a Certified Mentor Coach in long-term recovery. Together, we help men break free (porn, sexting, affairs, prostitution, etc) and we help couples rebuild trust and real intimacy.
Are you struggling with pornography or sexual compulsivity? Is secrecy, broken trust or loss of intimacy hurting your relationship? Or maybe you’re not in crisis, but you know your marriage could be stronger, more connected, more alive? You’re not alone–we have been through these issues personally and know what it’s like. I’m a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT), and Hunter is a Certified Mentor Coach in long-term recovery. Together, we help men break free (porn, sexting, affairs, prostitution, etc) and we help couples rebuild trust and real intimacy.
I’m a social worker with over 15 years of experience in the mental health field and have been practicing as a psychotherapist since 2021. I support adults navigating depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, substance use, ADHD, and other mental health challenges. I help people during times of increased stress, loss, or transition. I work with people who feel overwhelmed by life changes, relationship concerns, or past trauma. I have a special interest in supporting people exploring neurodivergence later in life.
I’m a social worker with over 15 years of experience in the mental health field and have been practicing as a psychotherapist since 2021. I support adults navigating depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, substance use, ADHD, and other mental health challenges. I help people during times of increased stress, loss, or transition. I work with people who feel overwhelmed by life changes, relationship concerns, or past trauma. I have a special interest in supporting people exploring neurodivergence later in life.
I provide therapy for adults and couples. I consider a variety of issues and concerns, including but not limited to: social, emotional, and behavioral issues, self-esteem building, parenting and family issues, developing positive communication skills, coping strategies, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, behavioral disorders, social skills building, and life challenges.
I provide therapy for adults and couples. I consider a variety of issues and concerns, including but not limited to: social, emotional, and behavioral issues, self-esteem building, parenting and family issues, developing positive communication skills, coping strategies, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, behavioral disorders, social skills building, and life challenges.
I’m a licensed clinical social worker with a doctorate in clinical social work. I offer virtual therapy for couples, children, and individuals facing complex mental health challenges. My work is collaborative, supportive, and tailored to your unique needs. I specialize in working with couples, children, and individuals with high-acuity diagnoses such as PTSD, mood disorders, and personality disorders. Whether managing a diagnosis or navigating complex relationships, I offer structured, supportive care.
I’m a licensed clinical social worker with a doctorate in clinical social work. I offer virtual therapy for couples, children, and individuals facing complex mental health challenges. My work is collaborative, supportive, and tailored to your unique needs. I specialize in working with couples, children, and individuals with high-acuity diagnoses such as PTSD, mood disorders, and personality disorders. Whether managing a diagnosis or navigating complex relationships, I offer structured, supportive care.
I am licensed to practice as a mental health counselor as well as an alcohol and drug counselor in the State of Maine. My main areas of expertise are in the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of co-occurring disorders (both mental health and substance use issues). I have experience providing individual, family and group therapy to treat problems such as trauma/PTSD, grief and loss, depression, anxiety, identity development, communication and life transitions.
I am licensed to practice as a mental health counselor as well as an alcohol and drug counselor in the State of Maine. My main areas of expertise are in the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of co-occurring disorders (both mental health and substance use issues). I have experience providing individual, family and group therapy to treat problems such as trauma/PTSD, grief and loss, depression, anxiety, identity development, communication and life transitions.
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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.