Men's Issues Therapists in Sylva, NC

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Nicholas Edwin Seay Emmanuel
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Sylva, NC 28779  (Online Only)
Every client is an "ideal" client. My job is to be present with you in a way that, together, we facilitate your discovering the life that fits you where you are at the times of our meetings. Our work will involve your discovering how you block creating that life and what results and experiences you create with those blocks and then experimenting with new ways of your living. I continue to work with people with "minor" every day issues and "major" mental health issues.
Every client is an "ideal" client. My job is to be present with you in a way that, together, we facilitate your discovering the life that fits you where you are at the times of our meetings. Our work will involve your discovering how you block creating that life and what results and experiences you create with those blocks and then experimenting with new ways of your living. I continue to work with people with "minor" every day issues and "major" mental health issues.
(828) 756-3205 View (828) 756-3205
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Stella Thepaut
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sylva, NC 28779
I believe everyone has the capacity to heal. I also believe in the inevitable good naturedness in every human being. I am passionate about supporting others in discovering inner strength, passion, joy and meaning in life. I am a Marriage and Family Therapist with training and experience in Family Systems Theory and understanding relationships from a Family Systems perspective. My expertise is in working with young children, adults, couples and families through a lens of unconditional acceptance, nonjudgement and a positive frame of mind.
I believe everyone has the capacity to heal. I also believe in the inevitable good naturedness in every human being. I am passionate about supporting others in discovering inner strength, passion, joy and meaning in life. I am a Marriage and Family Therapist with training and experience in Family Systems Theory and understanding relationships from a Family Systems perspective. My expertise is in working with young children, adults, couples and families through a lens of unconditional acceptance, nonjudgement and a positive frame of mind.
(828) 554-2998 View (828) 554-2998
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Maria A Averza
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, NCC, LCAS
Verified Verified
Sylva, NC 28779
Thanks for taking the time to consider me for potential counseling. You must be experiencing a time of significant distress during this part of your life. I’d like to help if I am a good fit for you! Mental health counseling is an investment in the quality of your life. That’s what we are trained to do, assist persons who can’t seem to find a way out of their suffering and negative circumstances. It offers a combination of human support, professional guidance and evidence-based psychoeducation.
Thanks for taking the time to consider me for potential counseling. You must be experiencing a time of significant distress during this part of your life. I’d like to help if I am a good fit for you! Mental health counseling is an investment in the quality of your life. That’s what we are trained to do, assist persons who can’t seem to find a way out of their suffering and negative circumstances. It offers a combination of human support, professional guidance and evidence-based psychoeducation.
(828) 283-0113 View (828) 283-0113
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Cailey Erin Clarke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sylva, NC 28779
Not accepting new clients
Everyone has the potential to build resilience, communicate their needs effectively and to connect with themselves and others in a more intentional way. I specialize in treatment resistant depression, PPD, BDD, Eating disorders, anxiety, trauma, sexual trauma/violence, gender identity, sexual orientation concerns, stress, sleep, major life transitions and much more. My practice allows you to build practical skills and connect mind, body and spirit to help reduce distress and increase feelings of security in self.
Everyone has the potential to build resilience, communicate their needs effectively and to connect with themselves and others in a more intentional way. I specialize in treatment resistant depression, PPD, BDD, Eating disorders, anxiety, trauma, sexual trauma/violence, gender identity, sexual orientation concerns, stress, sleep, major life transitions and much more. My practice allows you to build practical skills and connect mind, body and spirit to help reduce distress and increase feelings of security in self.
(828) 532-3592 View (828) 532-3592
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Lucinda Ramsey
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sylva, NC 28779
Not accepting new clients
Do you feel that life is working on you in ways you feel ill prepared for? Do you experience emotions and reactions you are ready to shed? Can you imagine a version of yourself that can handle the challenges you face with equanimity and skill? Let's investigate the patterns unfolding in your life with safety. Together, we can unravel unhelpful patterns and learn the skills of wellbeing and happiness.
Do you feel that life is working on you in ways you feel ill prepared for? Do you experience emotions and reactions you are ready to shed? Can you imagine a version of yourself that can handle the challenges you face with equanimity and skill? Let's investigate the patterns unfolding in your life with safety. Together, we can unravel unhelpful patterns and learn the skills of wellbeing and happiness.
(828) 537-4647 View (828) 537-4647

Online Therapists

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Forsyth Family Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Asheville, NC 28801
Our licensed therapists have extensive training and experience in issues affecting adults, couples, children, adolescents and their families. We specialize in treating a range of conditions including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, attachment, addiction, grief, women/men's issues, ADHD, oppositional/defiance, trauma, post traumatic stress disorder, OCD, and much more. We also offer extensive effective parenting training if your child is oppositional, defiant, and sometimes even aggressive.
Our licensed therapists have extensive training and experience in issues affecting adults, couples, children, adolescents and their families. We specialize in treating a range of conditions including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, attachment, addiction, grief, women/men's issues, ADHD, oppositional/defiance, trauma, post traumatic stress disorder, OCD, and much more. We also offer extensive effective parenting training if your child is oppositional, defiant, and sometimes even aggressive.
(828) 367-1010 View (828) 367-1010
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Marc McKinnis
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Asheville, NC 28805
I specialize in individual counseling with adults (18 years of age and older) for those struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, men's issues, college student issues, and military/veterans issues.
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, or a major life transition? If so, counseling can help. As a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, I create a safe, comfortable, and confidential environment for my clients to explore issues that may be causing them distress or discomfort in their lives. Counseling can provide you with the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of who you are, increase your sense of power and control, learn and master effective problem solving skills, and alleviate acute or chronic symptoms that may be affecting your ability to function.
I specialize in individual counseling with adults (18 years of age and older) for those struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, men's issues, college student issues, and military/veterans issues.
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, or a major life transition? If so, counseling can help. As a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, I create a safe, comfortable, and confidential environment for my clients to explore issues that may be causing them distress or discomfort in their lives. Counseling can provide you with the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of who you are, increase your sense of power and control, learn and master effective problem solving skills, and alleviate acute or chronic symptoms that may be affecting your ability to function.
(828) 424-0014 View (828) 424-0014
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Derek Rinaldo
Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Asheville, NC 28801
We all want to feel good about how we show up in our lives everyday, awake and happy... at home, work, and out there in the world doing whatever we do. I work with individuals and parents. I specialize in working with men's issues, anxiety and depression, relationship and codependency challenges, trauma and addiction, and life transitions such as divorce or career change. You can get back on track to being more clear in your decisions, having more energy, sleeping better, playing better, and loving better.
We all want to feel good about how we show up in our lives everyday, awake and happy... at home, work, and out there in the world doing whatever we do. I work with individuals and parents. I specialize in working with men's issues, anxiety and depression, relationship and codependency challenges, trauma and addiction, and life transitions such as divorce or career change. You can get back on track to being more clear in your decisions, having more energy, sleeping better, playing better, and loving better.
(828) 414-2385 View (828) 414-2385
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Peter Godfrey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCAS, CCS
Verified Verified
Asheville, NC 28801
Men's issues.
Tactical Psychotherapy for men (not exclusively). Approachable, concrete, objective-based psychotherapy, broken down at the outset. Minimal psychobabble or frufoo. You know your concerns, others have opinions based on your behavior, you need a professional to help things make sense to you. Spill it. Find initial relief in three ways: a) top secret confidentiality; b) get understood and feel supported; c) no judgment. Find sustained relief by: a) identifying personal objectives as an individual and as a team member; b) utilize professional recommendations - you make adaptations (concrete and intangible). tacticaltherapy.net
Men's issues.
Tactical Psychotherapy for men (not exclusively). Approachable, concrete, objective-based psychotherapy, broken down at the outset. Minimal psychobabble or frufoo. You know your concerns, others have opinions based on your behavior, you need a professional to help things make sense to you. Spill it. Find initial relief in three ways: a) top secret confidentiality; b) get understood and feel supported; c) no judgment. Find sustained relief by: a) identifying personal objectives as an individual and as a team member; b) utilize professional recommendations - you make adaptations (concrete and intangible). tacticaltherapy.net
(828) 680-8631 View (828) 680-8631
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Perry Lavin
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Asheville, NC 28803
All humans are equipped with the capacity for healing and transformation. I believe that everyone deserves the chance to undergo this process of change. Everyone deserves to create a life that is worth living and is full of meaning. Unfortunately, we are often left feeing disconnected, detached, depressed, or anxious. As a clinician, I am passionate about helping change these patterns. It is a gift to be with people as they find deeper meaning and a more fulfilling life. I love going deep with people so that we may find the roots of your problem and create the change that leads to a truer, more vital version of yourself.
All humans are equipped with the capacity for healing and transformation. I believe that everyone deserves the chance to undergo this process of change. Everyone deserves to create a life that is worth living and is full of meaning. Unfortunately, we are often left feeing disconnected, detached, depressed, or anxious. As a clinician, I am passionate about helping change these patterns. It is a gift to be with people as they find deeper meaning and a more fulfilling life. I love going deep with people so that we may find the roots of your problem and create the change that leads to a truer, more vital version of yourself.
(828) 332-5403 View (828) 332-5403
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Devan Ellingburg
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, LCMHCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hendersonville, NC 28792
Client works with adolescents, teens and adults struggling with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, ADHD, Eating disorders, substance use disorders.
Client works with adolescents, teens and adults struggling with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, ADHD, Eating disorders, substance use disorders.
(828) 372-4724 View (828) 372-4724
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Matt Wood
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Asheville, NC 28806  (Online Only)
Hi, I’m Matt, and it’s my mission to help people find their peace. I specialize in dealing with depression, anxiety, and healing from traumatic experiences; I have worked with adults, children, and families for over 15 years. My primary focus is to help you establish meaningful goals that bring you back to a life full of joy. As a licensed Clinical Social Worker, my approach to therapy is both relational and collaborative. Trusting you as the expert of yourself, and I offer support as you regain the capacity to be your best self.
Hi, I’m Matt, and it’s my mission to help people find their peace. I specialize in dealing with depression, anxiety, and healing from traumatic experiences; I have worked with adults, children, and families for over 15 years. My primary focus is to help you establish meaningful goals that bring you back to a life full of joy. As a licensed Clinical Social Worker, my approach to therapy is both relational and collaborative. Trusting you as the expert of yourself, and I offer support as you regain the capacity to be your best self.
(828) 374-9634 View (828) 374-9634
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Campbell Arlan Dean
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCHMC, LCAS-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Asheville, NC 28803
Use this upcoming Fall season to change. If you want to use this time to gain insight, grow, and navigate out of unhelpful patterns, then I invite you to contact me. I specialize in assisting you to manage shame, relationships, addiction recovery, and trauma. My approach to therapy is to assist clients in raising awareness of uncounsious experiences in order to live a more authentic and purposeful life. I aim to assist in shedding light on what is dark with a blend of humor and compassionate challenges that break those unhelpful patterns. My clients leave with a renewed sense of insight, awareness, and empowerment.
Use this upcoming Fall season to change. If you want to use this time to gain insight, grow, and navigate out of unhelpful patterns, then I invite you to contact me. I specialize in assisting you to manage shame, relationships, addiction recovery, and trauma. My approach to therapy is to assist clients in raising awareness of uncounsious experiences in order to live a more authentic and purposeful life. I aim to assist in shedding light on what is dark with a blend of humor and compassionate challenges that break those unhelpful patterns. My clients leave with a renewed sense of insight, awareness, and empowerment.
(828) 532-3191 View (828) 532-3191
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Reese Wells
Counselor, LCMHC, NCC, MA
Verified Verified
Asheville, NC 28806
Waitlist for new clients
I work with adults and young adults struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and emotional management, especially anger. As a clinically trained body-mind therapist, my focus is on mindfulness and present-moment awareness. I believe in growth within safe, non-judgmental relationships where you feel empowered to experience new perspectives, opportunities, and healing. In session I am present-focused, transparent, and relational. My approach is rooted in trust and collaboration. I value authenticity and bring my authentic self into our sessions.
I work with adults and young adults struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and emotional management, especially anger. As a clinically trained body-mind therapist, my focus is on mindfulness and present-moment awareness. I believe in growth within safe, non-judgmental relationships where you feel empowered to experience new perspectives, opportunities, and healing. In session I am present-focused, transparent, and relational. My approach is rooted in trust and collaboration. I value authenticity and bring my authentic self into our sessions.
(828) 373-2106 View (828) 373-2106
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Stas Pantelopulos
Licensed Clinical Mental health Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Asheville, NC 28806
Hello! I work with people seeking to improve their relationships, explore & clarify life direction & purpose, develop healthier habits, and process grief & trauma. In addition, I do work with clients to help integrate experiences from altered states of consciousness work done in other contexts on their own time.
Hello! I work with people seeking to improve their relationships, explore & clarify life direction & purpose, develop healthier habits, and process grief & trauma. In addition, I do work with clients to help integrate experiences from altered states of consciousness work done in other contexts on their own time.
(828) 358-1882 View (828) 358-1882
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Matthew B. Peterson
LCMHC
Verified Verified
Asheville, NC 28801  (Online Only)
Growing up with expectations placed on our masculinity can feel like so much pressure, and can make us so hard on ourselves. That’s why I focus on creating a supportive, affirming connection with you in which you feel safe enough to really meet yourself, to discover that perhaps your struggles don't have to rule your life, and that you don't have to suffer this much. I'm a seasoned therapist with over a decade of experience AND a fellow traveler who knows what these stressors feel like- I've been there, too. I meet folks right where they're at with no judgement and help them develop skills that enable meaningful change.
Growing up with expectations placed on our masculinity can feel like so much pressure, and can make us so hard on ourselves. That’s why I focus on creating a supportive, affirming connection with you in which you feel safe enough to really meet yourself, to discover that perhaps your struggles don't have to rule your life, and that you don't have to suffer this much. I'm a seasoned therapist with over a decade of experience AND a fellow traveler who knows what these stressors feel like- I've been there, too. I meet folks right where they're at with no judgement and help them develop skills that enable meaningful change.
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Spark Counseling and Behavioral Services PLLC
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, MEd, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Morganton, NC 28655
“When we decide to own our stories and live our truth, we bring our light to the darkness.” - Brene Brown Just like therapy, owning your own story is a process. Together we can manage life’s difficulties. Working from an individualistic approach, each session will be tailored to you, your needs & your desires.
“When we decide to own our stories and live our truth, we bring our light to the darkness.” - Brene Brown Just like therapy, owning your own story is a process. Together we can manage life’s difficulties. Working from an individualistic approach, each session will be tailored to you, your needs & your desires.
(828) 677-2332 View (828) 677-2332
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George Rinker
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, MDiv, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Asheville, NC 28801
As a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 30 years of experience; I value the uniqueness of each individual and in the strength and creativity of the human spirit. Within the counseling relationship is a safe place to define areas of growth, vent feelings, explore possibilities, find encouragement and move toward peacefulness. My approach to counseling is gentle and encouraging, although I can be direct when helpful. I will support without judging and am respectful of individual and cultural differences. Success Starts with YOU and Counseling can help !
As a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 30 years of experience; I value the uniqueness of each individual and in the strength and creativity of the human spirit. Within the counseling relationship is a safe place to define areas of growth, vent feelings, explore possibilities, find encouragement and move toward peacefulness. My approach to counseling is gentle and encouraging, although I can be direct when helpful. I will support without judging and am respectful of individual and cultural differences. Success Starts with YOU and Counseling can help !
(844) 406-1326 View (844) 406-1326
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Henry Palmer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCAS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Asheville, NC 28803  (Online Only)
My passion is working with individuals who have suffered from the consequences of making high risk decisions. These decisions have resulted in legal, medical, and interpersonal dilemmas. I use a focused, solution-oriented approach designed to explore the context within which these decisions and associated patterns of behavior have become impractical and repetitive. We will explore alternative problem-solving approaches that incorporate mindfulness, paradox, metaphor, and contingency management. My background involves working with individuals/couples/families in crisis.
My passion is working with individuals who have suffered from the consequences of making high risk decisions. These decisions have resulted in legal, medical, and interpersonal dilemmas. I use a focused, solution-oriented approach designed to explore the context within which these decisions and associated patterns of behavior have become impractical and repetitive. We will explore alternative problem-solving approaches that incorporate mindfulness, paradox, metaphor, and contingency management. My background involves working with individuals/couples/families in crisis.
(828) 373-8100 View (828) 373-8100
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Resilient Mind Counseling
Counselor, LCMHC, LCAS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Asheville, NC 28801
Is REM's "It's The End Of The World As We Know It" playing as your daily soundtrack? We get it....life is FUCKING scary right now. Things feel unpredictable, chaotic, and overwhelming and it's easy to despair. You may be thinking “If we needed to talk about feelings, they would be called ‘talkings'- Nick Miler. Keeping all of this bottled up inside and dealing with it on your own isn't serving you though. There's no medal for "doing it all on your own." Whether you're struggling with your identity, sexuality, racial tension, or social justice, your concerns are valid, and you deserve to be HEARD. Therapy offers that space.
Is REM's "It's The End Of The World As We Know It" playing as your daily soundtrack? We get it....life is FUCKING scary right now. Things feel unpredictable, chaotic, and overwhelming and it's easy to despair. You may be thinking “If we needed to talk about feelings, they would be called ‘talkings'- Nick Miler. Keeping all of this bottled up inside and dealing with it on your own isn't serving you though. There's no medal for "doing it all on your own." Whether you're struggling with your identity, sexuality, racial tension, or social justice, your concerns are valid, and you deserve to be HEARD. Therapy offers that space.
(828) 662-3954 View (828) 662-3954

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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.