Men's Issues Therapists in Park Crossing, Charlotte, NC

Steve is a mature and seasoned professional with 26 years experience in both residential and outpatient therapy. He is both pragmatic and compassionate combining evidenced based practices, lifestyle changes,12 step recovery and experiential therapies to empower clients with Substance Use and Mental Health issues in their healing and wellness.

Jessica Ruiz holds a Bachelor of Arts in Modern Languages, Concentration in Spanish from Longwood University. She worked as a medical education coordinator for 14 years in Washington, DC and Charlotte, NC. During this experience, Jessica became inspired to pursue a new career as a mental health counselor. She furthered her education by attending Antioch University New England obtaining a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and graduated in May 2020. Jessica is a licensed clinical mental health counselor in North Carolina and a National Certified Counselor.

Every person has their own story, but can that story change and evolve from where it first began? Absolutely! Collaboratively creating the ending you wish to accomplish is the goal. Providing a safe space for you to explore concerns and recognizing strengths you already possess. Just as no seed instantly becomes a mighty oak, you too need time to sprout and grow. Jared describes himself as narrative and person-centered in his clinical approach but will adapt to meet your needs.

Do you feel stuck or lost much of the time, but also have an innate ability to recognize that you want and deserve more out of life, out of your relationships, perhaps more out of yourself? Do you want to participate in a deep dive of possible unconscious material that may be holding you back? Being able to open up about these vulnerabilities is challenging and involves deep exploration into the psyche. My intention is to create a safe, accepting container so you are able to explore all parts of yourself, welcome them and integrate them into your life.

Are you experiencing pain, emotional distress or challenges in your life? Do you feel lost, stuck, or hopeless with your situation? Are you willing to take the steps that are within your control to improve it? Do you want to deal with your pain and emotional distress in a healthier way? If so, I am here to assist you in reaching your goals.

Chris received his Master's Degree in Counseling from Wake Forest University and is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate. He was also able to earn Bachelor's Degrees in both Psychology and Elementary Education at the University of Maine at Farmington, before moving down to North Carolina. Chris has worked with adolescents, adults, and families in a variety of settings. His counseling style appreciates the resilience, individuality, and personal narrative that each person's story entails. He is enthusiastic about being a life-long learner and approaches counseling from both a holistic and wellness-based perspective.

I believe psychotherapy can be transformational. In my 20 years as a psychologist, I've noticed a few key components to my work: I approach every new client with unconditional positive regard. I am empathic and supportive, yet direct and focused. I use humor often and laugh a lot. I am an active, conversational therapist. I use a team-oriented approach and keep communication flowing between parents, teachers and counselors. I specialize in working with men ages 16+ for Depression, Anxiety, ADHD and Relationships. I am goal oriented, meet my clients where they are and love my job. I approach every client with kindness an compassion.

Paul Louis, LCMHC Paul Louis is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in North Carolina who has been practicing since 2018. He has a BS in Psychology from Greensboro College, an SA Counseling Certificate from East Carolina University, and an MA in Mental Health Counseling from Webster University. Paul believes in the resilience of people. We are all strong and capable of overcoming obstacles, however it is important that we give ourselves grace during difficult times as we endure.

We are accepting new patients! Hablamos y ofrecemos servicios en Español. Estamos aceptando nuevos pacientes. I am a bilingual (English and Spanish) and bicultural professional who has worked with abused children, adolescents, adults and their families who have experienced trauma. I have also worked with individuals with other mental health disorders (e.g., anxiety disorders, mood disorders, psychotic disorders, eating disorders, impulse control, addiction disorders, personality disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, etc.).

My primary goal for our first session is for you to leave feeling a bit more positive and hopeful. I strive to create a relaxed environment that is devoid of judgement. I hope that we can build a trusting relationship in which you feel comfortable opening up and exploring your life, vulnerabilities, and strengths. I'd like to help you in your journey to find more fulfillment and peace in your life.

Dorothy Brooks, MA, LMFT, LCASA Dorothy Brooks is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in North Carolina who has been practicing since 2019. She has a Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy. Dorothy has a passion for hearing clients' life stories. By doing this she is able to uniquely cater to their wants and needs of therapy by pulling from their life experiences, some that were traumatic as well as positive, to help facilitate understanding as well as change in their journey. She believes we are the authors of our stories and is here to simply help you write your masterpiece.

I do not take insurance, I work with couples and individuals who are willing to do whatever it takes to save their marriage or relationship. It is my job to be a co-pilot to help guide you and your partner through the storms of conflict, infidelity, grief, trauma, and life’s transitions such as parenting, employment, and blended family issues. As a fellow relationship partner who has been married for 17 years (and counting) with three kids, I personally can relate to the ups and downs of making a relationship work.

Life is difficult.  If you know The Road Less Traveled by M. Scott Peck, you might recognize this as the book's first sentence. Peck was right: life is complicated, confusing, and ever-changing"”and it's hard. Often, what causes us anxiety comes from out of nowhere. We're thrown a curveball. We face a problem we didn't know existed, or one we thought only "other people" battled. Larry Dagenhart is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapy (LMFT) and came to the counseling field from a 20-year career in communications and public relations, serving in higher education, and in the for-profit and not-for-profit sectors.

Now serving SC! People come to me because they want to better understand addiction, mental health, and often how to treat both at the same time. Mood and anxiety disorders are common for those struggling with addiction, and not receiving the right care can result in increased relapses and a poor quality of life. When a new client is ready to work with me they will find a compassionate and open counselor with the knowledge to treat multiple disorders and to deal with each one effectively. Being collaborative, I enjoy connecting family members and physicians in your care as well as helping you find community-based recovery resources

What's going on family! I'm Marcus Robinson, a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor serving both North and South Carolina. I am dedicated to working with those seeking assistance to put their best foot forward. I use a great deal of humor in my style as I understand working on one's self can be a complicated task. Granted, it doesn't have to be. I have a slew of experience working with teens, adults and couples from all walks of life, grappling with an array of complications. I look at the therapy process as examining attributes you possess and bringing out the ones you want, while showing you, you have everything you need.

My approach revolves around creating a supportive and empathetic environment with clients. I prioritize establishing a safe and confidential space where clients feel comfortable sharing their challenges and concerns. Recognizing the unique needs of this demographic, I employ a person-centered approach that values individual experiences and fosters a sense of validation. By actively listening and tailoring therapeutic interventions to each client's specific circumstances, I aim to instill a sense of hope and optimism about the future.

Everyone faces challenges in life, and at some point we all need help. My approach to counseling provides a supportive, growth-oriented professional relationship. I help you access your own strengths and resources in order to cope with overwhelming problems, as well as teaching new skills that can add new dimensions to your ability to heal, grow, and change. Recognizing this, I seek to create an individualized approach to helping your with your problems. While each case is unique, it is also important to use evidence-based treatment approaches. I use a wholistic approach that takes mind, body, and soul into consideration.