Male Therapists in Grand Rapids, MI
Anxiety, fear, stress, and negative beliefs about ourselves can keep us from reaching our goals and get in the way of our ability to live up to our potential. I believe that we are all doing our best, and we still desire to, and strive towards doing better. Whether it is having more self-confidence during a competition or perfor mance, communicating more openly and being more effective in relationships, making new friends (at all stages in life), or simply falling asleep with less "chatter" about all the uncertainties in life running through your mind, counseling helps.
Anxiety, fear, stress, and negative beliefs about ourselves can keep us from reaching our goals and get in the way of our ability to live up to our potential. I believe that we are all doing our best, and we still desire to, and strive towards doing better. Whether it is having more self-confidence during a competition or perfor mance, communicating more openly and being more effective in relationships, making new friends (at all stages in life), or simply falling asleep with less "chatter" about all the uncertainties in life running through your mind, counseling helps.
Jason R Thompson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49510 (Online Only)
You wake up in the morning and wonder if today is the day you'll be exposed and your mask fill fall off. You're twisting and turning on the inside. Everything inside you hurts. Your head is spinning with thoughts of what your life should be like. The voice's inside your head keep telling you you're a failure as a person, as a partner, and as a parent. You feel the the "weight of the world" pushing down on you. You're tired. You're tired of being tired. You are ready to reclaim your life. You are ready to make a change.
You wake up in the morning and wonder if today is the day you'll be exposed and your mask fill fall off. You're twisting and turning on the inside. Everything inside you hurts. Your head is spinning with thoughts of what your life should be like. The voice's inside your head keep telling you you're a failure as a person, as a partner, and as a parent. You feel the the "weight of the world" pushing down on you. You're tired. You're tired of being tired. You are ready to reclaim your life. You are ready to make a change.
Maurice E Nelson
Pre-Licensed Professional, MScEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49501
If it has come time to make behavioral changes that can transform into positive pro-social skills (weight loss, quitting smoking, better parenting, vocational training, basic needs training, and many obsessive behaviors. At the same time, it coincides with marriage/couple counseling, families, and individual sessions. Please reach out and chart a new path and see a new cusp of opportunities.
If it has come time to make behavioral changes that can transform into positive pro-social skills (weight loss, quitting smoking, better parenting, vocational training, basic needs training, and many obsessive behaviors. At the same time, it coincides with marriage/couple counseling, families, and individual sessions. Please reach out and chart a new path and see a new cusp of opportunities.
For many families, managing childhood medical concerns is incredibly stressful.
I have been a pediatric psychologist for 10+ years, working with child and adolescent patients (age 2-18) who have behavioral and/or physical health concerns. These problems often overlap and can reduce quality of life. I’ve helped children with a wide variety of presenting concerns, such as anxiety disorders, OCD, tic disorders, behavior problems, ADHD, sleep problems, chronic pain, feeding disorders, and functional abdominal pain. I enjoy working with children of all ages and their families who need support in learning how to manage their emotions and better cope with life's stressors. I'm licensed in both Ohio and Michigan.
For many families, managing childhood medical concerns is incredibly stressful.
I have been a pediatric psychologist for 10+ years, working with child and adolescent patients (age 2-18) who have behavioral and/or physical health concerns. These problems often overlap and can reduce quality of life. I’ve helped children with a wide variety of presenting concerns, such as anxiety disorders, OCD, tic disorders, behavior problems, ADHD, sleep problems, chronic pain, feeding disorders, and functional abdominal pain. I enjoy working with children of all ages and their families who need support in learning how to manage their emotions and better cope with life's stressors. I'm licensed in both Ohio and Michigan.
Stanley Szczotka
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49501 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Change starts with healthy reflection, interpretation, and ultimately insight and understanding. This change can be accelerated through therapy. There is no "one size fits all" as we all have unique experiences, needs, and differences that brought us to where we are at this moment, and then the next. You can expect customized attention that strategically fits you and your lifestyle.
Change starts with healthy reflection, interpretation, and ultimately insight and understanding. This change can be accelerated through therapy. There is no "one size fits all" as we all have unique experiences, needs, and differences that brought us to where we are at this moment, and then the next. You can expect customized attention that strategically fits you and your lifestyle.
Many of life's most difficult problems can be worked through with time and bravery.
As a veteran, I've seen people in all forms of crises and facing all manners of difficulties in their lives. Working through marital and family crises, life transitions, career changes, severe traumas, depression, anxiety, and all manners of things was an every day experience for us and learning to cope with these issues can be difficult. Finding jobs, mending relationships, getting through depression - all things that can be worked on and I would love to help.
Many of life's most difficult problems can be worked through with time and bravery.
As a veteran, I've seen people in all forms of crises and facing all manners of difficulties in their lives. Working through marital and family crises, life transitions, career changes, severe traumas, depression, anxiety, and all manners of things was an every day experience for us and learning to cope with these issues can be difficult. Finding jobs, mending relationships, getting through depression - all things that can be worked on and I would love to help.
Lazarusman Consulting, PLLC
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, LLP, CADC
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49501
Here at Lazarus man, we want to assist individuals with overcoming unproductive behaviors.
Cedric is a graduate of Western Michigan University where he earned his Bachelors Degree and Masters Degree in Counseling Psychology. Cedric is a Community Health Center Executive Fellow at University of Kansas Medical Center. He has more than 20 years experience in counseling, community services, executive management and leadership. Highly qualified Department of Transportation/Substance Abuse Professional. Cedric is dedicated to building stronger communities, families and productive relationships.
Here at Lazarus man, we want to assist individuals with overcoming unproductive behaviors.
Cedric is a graduate of Western Michigan University where he earned his Bachelors Degree and Masters Degree in Counseling Psychology. Cedric is a Community Health Center Executive Fellow at University of Kansas Medical Center. He has more than 20 years experience in counseling, community services, executive management and leadership. Highly qualified Department of Transportation/Substance Abuse Professional. Cedric is dedicated to building stronger communities, families and productive relationships.
You want a healthy relationship, but what you have just sucks! You're tired of feeling like this! You need help! Face it, you're stressed, anxious, depressed, and tired of escaping reality. Forget living up to your full potential, you just feel done. You're not even sure what to do next.
You want a healthy relationship, but what you have just sucks! You're tired of feeling like this! You need help! Face it, you're stressed, anxious, depressed, and tired of escaping reality. Forget living up to your full potential, you just feel done. You're not even sure what to do next.
Matthew D VanDerMeulen
Limited Licensed Psychologist, PsyD, LLP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49550
Matt has over 15 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families with a wide range of issues such as mood related issues, behavioral related issues, severe and persistent mental illness, substance abuse and addictions, relationship issues, TBI and other cognitive related issues, perfor mance related issues.
Life can get hard. There are countless obstacles that we encounter on a daily basis that can be overwhelming at times. When trying to make it through the day these obstacles sometimes present a weight that feels insurmountable. In addition, life can sometimes seem isolating and debilitating. I believe that the core component of a successful therapeutic relationship is, in fact, the relationship. Making the changes one desires is achievable through a collaborative, trusting, and compassionate dynamic.
Matt has over 15 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families with a wide range of issues such as mood related issues, behavioral related issues, severe and persistent mental illness, substance abuse and addictions, relationship issues, TBI and other cognitive related issues, perfor mance related issues.
Life can get hard. There are countless obstacles that we encounter on a daily basis that can be overwhelming at times. When trying to make it through the day these obstacles sometimes present a weight that feels insurmountable. In addition, life can sometimes seem isolating and debilitating. I believe that the core component of a successful therapeutic relationship is, in fact, the relationship. Making the changes one desires is achievable through a collaborative, trusting, and compassionate dynamic.
Dr. Jovany Avendano
Limited Licensed Psychologist, PsyD, CCATP, CTMH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49501 (Online Only)
My experiences as a queer, POC, latino, cis- male have shaped my personal and professional values and philosophies, which come with me into every relationship.
It's no surprise life can feel overwhelming at times, making it harder to do even the simplest of things. And yet you're here! We manage to get through it, either by luck, grit, will power, or sheer determination. But sometimes, the pressures from society, culture, expectations...etc can really bog us down. We can find ourselves feeling stuck, thinking, "why is nothing working?" or "no one really gets it." We all deserve peace, safety, and belonging, and sometimes, we might need a helping hand to get us "unstuck." Let's work together to explore what's keeping us stuck, build up our resources, and create the life you'll be proud of.
My experiences as a queer, POC, latino, cis- male have shaped my personal and professional values and philosophies, which come with me into every relationship.
It's no surprise life can feel overwhelming at times, making it harder to do even the simplest of things. And yet you're here! We manage to get through it, either by luck, grit, will power, or sheer determination. But sometimes, the pressures from society, culture, expectations...etc can really bog us down. We can find ourselves feeling stuck, thinking, "why is nothing working?" or "no one really gets it." We all deserve peace, safety, and belonging, and sometimes, we might need a helping hand to get us "unstuck." Let's work together to explore what's keeping us stuck, build up our resources, and create the life you'll be proud of.
Chris Chandler
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCC, LMHC, LPC, CSAT-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49501 (Online Only)
I facilitate 8 men's addiction recovery groups and feel strongly about the importance and benefit of group support.
My passion is helping people build healthy and meaningful lives. I am a Certified Sexual Addiction Therapist trained by Dr. Patrick Carnes, the pioneer in the field of sex addiction. I have extensive experience working with individuals struggling with all forms of addictions and compulsive behaviors including: sex, pornography, drugs, alcohol, food, work, spending, codependent relationships, etc. I use Internal Family Systems, and Lifespan Integration to help people become free from underlying relational/attachment wounds.
I facilitate 8 men's addiction recovery groups and feel strongly about the importance and benefit of group support.
My passion is helping people build healthy and meaningful lives. I am a Certified Sexual Addiction Therapist trained by Dr. Patrick Carnes, the pioneer in the field of sex addiction. I have extensive experience working with individuals struggling with all forms of addictions and compulsive behaviors including: sex, pornography, drugs, alcohol, food, work, spending, codependent relationships, etc. I use Internal Family Systems, and Lifespan Integration to help people become free from underlying relational/attachment wounds.
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Grand Rapids, MI 49506
I believe progression towards healing is always possible. The ability to heal is not the problem. It is getting the right help and doing “the work” that creates healing. I love helping people understand their issues and how to heal or deal with them.
I believe progression towards healing is always possible. The ability to heal is not the problem. It is getting the right help and doing “the work” that creates healing. I love helping people understand their issues and how to heal or deal with them.
In my experience working with people from different countries, I’ve seen the importance of providing a safe space where you can be yourself, feel understood and accepted regardless of your culture, religion, race, gender identity, sexual preference, or background. A good therapeutic relationship and a common comprehension of what led you to start therapy, will allow us to guide the therapy process, integrate techniques from different therapies, and give you a better grasp of how to achieve your goals.
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Chris Stroven
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49546 (Online Only)
I introduce clients to methods that can work for them when managing their issues, by practicing them during counseling sessions.
Book with me now by clicking on my website. Whether you're coming into counseling to gain some fresh perspective, or you're looking to work through specific issues, we'll work together to create a clear path forward. As we identify the root causes of your concerns, we’ll adapt techniques based on your needs, so you'll be able to shift and embrace new ways of behaving and responding to the people and situations in your life.
I introduce clients to methods that can work for them when managing their issues, by practicing them during counseling sessions.
Book with me now by clicking on my website. Whether you're coming into counseling to gain some fresh perspective, or you're looking to work through specific issues, we'll work together to create a clear path forward. As we identify the root causes of your concerns, we’ll adapt techniques based on your needs, so you'll be able to shift and embrace new ways of behaving and responding to the people and situations in your life.
I work with individuals, couples and families to alleviate misery and increase wellbeing. MISERY - Depression. Anxiety. Family conflict. Feeling hopeless and helpless, day after day. WELLBEING - Affirmation of one’s value and worth, talents and strengths. Embracing hope. Good health. Fulfilling relationships. Everyone experiences disappointment and pain. You, though, are able to live a full and meaningful life. Embrace hope, be persistent. You will experience joy and meaning in life: “Life’s good and I’m blessed.” These are my focus and my goals for you as your counselor.
I work with individuals, couples and families to alleviate misery and increase wellbeing. MISERY - Depression. Anxiety. Family conflict. Feeling hopeless and helpless, day after day. WELLBEING - Affirmation of one’s value and worth, talents and strengths. Embracing hope. Good health. Fulfilling relationships. Everyone experiences disappointment and pain. You, though, are able to live a full and meaningful life. Embrace hope, be persistent. You will experience joy and meaning in life: “Life’s good and I’m blessed.” These are my focus and my goals for you as your counselor.
Phillip Luttrell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW-C, CAADC
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49501 (Online Only)
Have you been feeling overwhelmed with things in your life? Have you been feeling like your coping skills aren't working any longer? Have you been drinking alcohol or using drugs to make it through the day? If you said yes to any of these questions, then you are the closest you have ever been to changing your life. Being able to recognize that things aren't how you want them to be takes a lot of strength, courage and insight. Often suffering happens in silence. That is why I believe the way to get control of your life back is by sharing openly, and honestly about your experience without judgment.
Have you been feeling overwhelmed with things in your life? Have you been feeling like your coping skills aren't working any longer? Have you been drinking alcohol or using drugs to make it through the day? If you said yes to any of these questions, then you are the closest you have ever been to changing your life. Being able to recognize that things aren't how you want them to be takes a lot of strength, courage and insight. Often suffering happens in silence. That is why I believe the way to get control of your life back is by sharing openly, and honestly about your experience without judgment.
Taking the first leap into therapy can be difficult, but many find it to be one of the most empowering things they have done for themselves.
My name is Sam. I am a therapist who, perhaps like you, knows how it feels to find myself feeling stuck and overwhelmed by life's hardships. There's no way around it— life is complicated and it can get very, very hard. If you're considering working with me, you should know that my first goal will be to create a warm, safe, and welcoming space for you. I will work to help you feel heard and understood. Together, we can explore and change patterns in thinking and feeling, develop insights, and implement concrete coping strategies to help you navigate life's challenges while staying true to your values.
Taking the first leap into therapy can be difficult, but many find it to be one of the most empowering things they have done for themselves.
My name is Sam. I am a therapist who, perhaps like you, knows how it feels to find myself feeling stuck and overwhelmed by life's hardships. There's no way around it— life is complicated and it can get very, very hard. If you're considering working with me, you should know that my first goal will be to create a warm, safe, and welcoming space for you. I will work to help you feel heard and understood. Together, we can explore and change patterns in thinking and feeling, develop insights, and implement concrete coping strategies to help you navigate life's challenges while staying true to your values.
I tend to focus on men and men's issues, work with veterans, first responders and other things that often poke their nasty heads up for people.
I love working with anyone that feels like something has not been going right for them, be it for a long time or just a little while. I enjoy working with people that have anxiety, depression, trauma, attachment difficulties and people that just are feeling, again, like something is off. I seek to both equip my clients with the skills and tools they need to more effectively get through their lives as well as address inner difficulties so that the quality and satisfaction of life can be increased.
I tend to focus on men and men's issues, work with veterans, first responders and other things that often poke their nasty heads up for people.
I love working with anyone that feels like something has not been going right for them, be it for a long time or just a little while. I enjoy working with people that have anxiety, depression, trauma, attachment difficulties and people that just are feeling, again, like something is off. I seek to both equip my clients with the skills and tools they need to more effectively get through their lives as well as address inner difficulties so that the quality and satisfaction of life can be increased.
Grant James Prenzler
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ATR
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49501 (Online Only)
I strive to create an environment where every client feels truly heard and valued. Picture a safe, creative, and warm space where laughter and understanding are just as important as deep conversation. Here, there's no topic too big or too small, and judgment has no place. While I may gently encourage you to explore new perspectives, it's all about empowering you to see the potential for positive change within yourself. I wholeheartedly believe in your ability to make choices that lead to growth and happiness. Let's embark on this journey together, crafting a personalized roadmap to enhance your overall well-being.
I strive to create an environment where every client feels truly heard and valued. Picture a safe, creative, and warm space where laughter and understanding are just as important as deep conversation. Here, there's no topic too big or too small, and judgment has no place. While I may gently encourage you to explore new perspectives, it's all about empowering you to see the potential for positive change within yourself. I wholeheartedly believe in your ability to make choices that lead to growth and happiness. Let's embark on this journey together, crafting a personalized roadmap to enhance your overall well-being.
Dr. Joshua Bishop
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
My specialty is in treating sexual abuse, anxiety, trauma and PTSD effectively and efficiently. I'm trained in 3 evidence-based (validated by research) therapies for treating PTSD, and my goal is to help you find healing without wasting your time or money. During your first appointments, we'll determine the best plan for your therapy. Some approaches emphasize talking, while others have very little talking. Some use creative elements and story, while others work directly to treat your brain and nervous system. I also provide general counseling for depression, anxiety, and relationships.
My specialty is in treating sexual abuse, anxiety, trauma and PTSD effectively and efficiently. I'm trained in 3 evidence-based (validated by research) therapies for treating PTSD, and my goal is to help you find healing without wasting your time or money. During your first appointments, we'll determine the best plan for your therapy. Some approaches emphasize talking, while others have very little talking. Some use creative elements and story, while others work directly to treat your brain and nervous system. I also provide general counseling for depression, anxiety, and relationships.
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