Male Therapists in Mason County, MI
I specialize in anger management, PTSD, veteran issues, post stroke/heart attack issues, male issues and substance addiction.
Admitting you might need a little help getting a handle on your life or the fallout from your past is difficult. Each person interprets the world based on life experiences that are uniquely their own. These interpretations can blind us from opportunities, alternatives, or pitfalls that may be right in front of us. My goal is to assist clients in building a personal roadmap to navigate life and guide decision-making to gain an acceptable level of control in their life. Visit my website at HackworthCounseling.comm email: HackworthCounseling@ProtonMail.com or FB: @HackworthCounseling for more information.
I specialize in anger management, PTSD, veteran issues, post stroke/heart attack issues, male issues and substance addiction.
Admitting you might need a little help getting a handle on your life or the fallout from your past is difficult. Each person interprets the world based on life experiences that are uniquely their own. These interpretations can blind us from opportunities, alternatives, or pitfalls that may be right in front of us. My goal is to assist clients in building a personal roadmap to navigate life and guide decision-making to gain an acceptable level of control in their life. Visit my website at HackworthCounseling.comm email: HackworthCounseling@ProtonMail.com or FB: @HackworthCounseling for more information.
Therapy should help you get better. My goal is to help clients move through difficult situations and make changes in their lives that contribute positively to their health. While I am a certified complex trauma therapist and specialize in treating combat related PTSD, I have also helped clients struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and infidelity. As a coach, I help clients to achieve personal goals such as losing weight or managing anger. Some people are wary of seeing a therapist, but my straight forward approach and focus on finding solutions has been an attractive option for even the most hesitant clients.
Therapy should help you get better. My goal is to help clients move through difficult situations and make changes in their lives that contribute positively to their health. While I am a certified complex trauma therapist and specialize in treating combat related PTSD, I have also helped clients struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and infidelity. As a coach, I help clients to achieve personal goals such as losing weight or managing anger. Some people are wary of seeing a therapist, but my straight forward approach and focus on finding solutions has been an attractive option for even the most hesitant clients.
My counseling style draws on years of experience providing and receiving mental health services. Having sat on both sides of the desk, I understand what it feels like to be stuck, and I’m committed to helping my clients uncover the root cause of their distress. I specialize in working with individuals dealing with substance use, attachment issues, and complex trauma. Whether you’re struggling to connect with a counselor or starting therapy for the first time, we’ll collaborate to build a personalized plan to help you move forward.
My counseling style draws on years of experience providing and receiving mental health services. Having sat on both sides of the desk, I understand what it feels like to be stuck, and I’m committed to helping my clients uncover the root cause of their distress. I specialize in working with individuals dealing with substance use, attachment issues, and complex trauma. Whether you’re struggling to connect with a counselor or starting therapy for the first time, we’ll collaborate to build a personalized plan to help you move forward.
All my sessions are virtual so I can work with individuals and couples anywhere in Michigan. With each and every person I work with, I strive to listen unconditionally, emphasizing the importance of listening as a component to strong relationships. It is a privilege to engage and guide clients to a deeper understanding of their life’s journey. It is a gift to share in the healing, growth, mindfulness and meaning achieved when one seeks change. I am honored to work with each of my clients, and am often impressed by their insightful wisdom.
All my sessions are virtual so I can work with individuals and couples anywhere in Michigan. With each and every person I work with, I strive to listen unconditionally, emphasizing the importance of listening as a component to strong relationships. It is a privilege to engage and guide clients to a deeper understanding of their life’s journey. It is a gift to share in the healing, growth, mindfulness and meaning achieved when one seeks change. I am honored to work with each of my clients, and am often impressed by their insightful wisdom.
I believe in creating a warm and safe place where people can feel comfortable working through their difficulties and emerge with new strength. I work with adolescents, adults, couples, and families on a wide range of personal and interpersonal issues. Some people have a clear idea of the problem they want to address, and others are simply experiencing too much difficulty and only know that something needs to change. In either case, I explore their individual experiences and perspectives, and what they would like out of the therapeutic process before collaboratively developing the interventions and tools that best meet their needs.
I believe in creating a warm and safe place where people can feel comfortable working through their difficulties and emerge with new strength. I work with adolescents, adults, couples, and families on a wide range of personal and interpersonal issues. Some people have a clear idea of the problem they want to address, and others are simply experiencing too much difficulty and only know that something needs to change. In either case, I explore their individual experiences and perspectives, and what they would like out of the therapeutic process before collaboratively developing the interventions and tools that best meet their needs.
Are you feeling stressed about the state of the world? Are you feeling worried about going through a life change? My clients are phenomenal people who are dealing with challenging life circumstances. I work with people who are coping with transitions, depression, anxiety, LGBTQIA+ issues, executive functioning concerns, trauma, career-related issues, adjustment to chronic illness/disability, and identity concerns. If you're struggling to cope with stress which keeps you from enjoying your life to the fullest, then you've come to the right place.
Are you feeling stressed about the state of the world? Are you feeling worried about going through a life change? My clients are phenomenal people who are dealing with challenging life circumstances. I work with people who are coping with transitions, depression, anxiety, LGBTQIA+ issues, executive functioning concerns, trauma, career-related issues, adjustment to chronic illness/disability, and identity concerns. If you're struggling to cope with stress which keeps you from enjoying your life to the fullest, then you've come to the right place.
I believe in being fully attentive and engaged in the therapy process. I bring nearly 40 years of experience conscientiously doing my own work in the hopes of offering that wisdom to my clients. In therapy, you may find me challenging, but my focus is always on your goals. My real skill is in facilitating a greater emotional and psychological understanding that leads to change.
I believe in being fully attentive and engaged in the therapy process. I bring nearly 40 years of experience conscientiously doing my own work in the hopes of offering that wisdom to my clients. In therapy, you may find me challenging, but my focus is always on your goals. My real skill is in facilitating a greater emotional and psychological understanding that leads to change.
Online Therapists
Jordan O'Brien
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Norton Shores, MI 49441
I enjoy working with youth, teens, and young adults, and athletes who struggle with anxiety, depression, and identity issues. Individuals looking for a person-centered approach where I am able to participate in a supportive role in the process. An ideal client might be looking for psycho-education, coping skills, a person who listens, or is unsure what their next step is toward their goals. Through our meetings goals and direction can be determined and success can be identified and tracked.
I enjoy working with youth, teens, and young adults, and athletes who struggle with anxiety, depression, and identity issues. Individuals looking for a person-centered approach where I am able to participate in a supportive role in the process. An ideal client might be looking for psycho-education, coping skills, a person who listens, or is unsure what their next step is toward their goals. Through our meetings goals and direction can be determined and success can be identified and tracked.
Dr. Quillian D Murphy
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, MS, MSEd, DLLP, LPC
Verified Verified
Online Only
Welcome! I am glad you are here. As a mental health professional, I provide support and intervention for a variety of psychological, career, academic, and relational experiences across the lifespan to diverse persons. This includes services to individuals, various partner structures, families, and groups. My work centers on decolonization and destigmatization of mental health services with emphasis on culturally-affirming care. As such, I identify as a LGBTQIA+, Kink, Disability, and Gender Affirming provider. The experiences of marginalized, minoritized, and disenfranchised communities remain at the forefront of my clinical work.
Welcome! I am glad you are here. As a mental health professional, I provide support and intervention for a variety of psychological, career, academic, and relational experiences across the lifespan to diverse persons. This includes services to individuals, various partner structures, families, and groups. My work centers on decolonization and destigmatization of mental health services with emphasis on culturally-affirming care. As such, I identify as a LGBTQIA+, Kink, Disability, and Gender Affirming provider. The experiences of marginalized, minoritized, and disenfranchised communities remain at the forefront of my clinical work.
Hello, my name is Kevin, and I am a social worker. I enjoy working with teens and adults who are experiencing a variety of concerns such as: depression, anxiety, anger, relationship problems, life transitions, and more. Finding a therapist can feel incredibly daunting, and making sure you look for a therapist that is the best fit is vital. I value getting to know each person I work along side above all else. You can expect to be met with empathy, support, and respect. Forming productive and meaningful relationships with each person I meet is the highlight of my job.
Hello, my name is Kevin, and I am a social worker. I enjoy working with teens and adults who are experiencing a variety of concerns such as: depression, anxiety, anger, relationship problems, life transitions, and more. Finding a therapist can feel incredibly daunting, and making sure you look for a therapist that is the best fit is vital. I value getting to know each person I work along side above all else. You can expect to be met with empathy, support, and respect. Forming productive and meaningful relationships with each person I meet is the highlight of my job.
I really enjoy working with individuals and families on issues involving stress and anxiety (Panic Disorder, OCD, Generalized Anxiety, Agoraphobia, etc.), folks dealing with issues related to the Autistic Spectrum, people dealing with adjustments to chronic health issues and their impacts, and relationship concerns ranging from parenting and romantic relationships to family dynamics and interacting with adult children.
I really enjoy working with individuals and families on issues involving stress and anxiety (Panic Disorder, OCD, Generalized Anxiety, Agoraphobia, etc.), folks dealing with issues related to the Autistic Spectrum, people dealing with adjustments to chronic health issues and their impacts, and relationship concerns ranging from parenting and romantic relationships to family dynamics and interacting with adult children.
I am a licensed psychologist and the clinical director of Sollars and Associates Integrative Counseling and Psychological Services. I have been providing counseling and psychotherapy for over 30 years in the Metro Detroit area and our group practice spans across the state of Michigan. With support, encouragement, and expert insight many people begin to feel better after their first session. Our therapists possess a great deal of experience in evaluating and working with children, adolescents, and families dealing with a variety of issues.
I am a licensed psychologist and the clinical director of Sollars and Associates Integrative Counseling and Psychological Services. I have been providing counseling and psychotherapy for over 30 years in the Metro Detroit area and our group practice spans across the state of Michigan. With support, encouragement, and expert insight many people begin to feel better after their first session. Our therapists possess a great deal of experience in evaluating and working with children, adolescents, and families dealing with a variety of issues.
Frank F. Almaflahi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, MSW, CSW, BPsych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Making the decision to seek therapy is a courageous step toward improving your current situation. I am aware that finding the right therapist is another important step in your journey. I understand that every successful therapy experience begins with a genuine and honest connection between client and therapist. I work with my clients to create a safe, warm, and supportive environment that allows clients to explore and manage their most pressing concerns.
Making the decision to seek therapy is a courageous step toward improving your current situation. I am aware that finding the right therapist is another important step in your journey. I understand that every successful therapy experience begins with a genuine and honest connection between client and therapist. I work with my clients to create a safe, warm, and supportive environment that allows clients to explore and manage their most pressing concerns.
Rob Conrad, LMSW Licensed Master of Social Work, earned his Master’s of Social Work from the University of Michigan. Rob has experience working with children, teens, families, and adults. He has spent over a decade working with individuals who experienced complex trauma. Rob is certified in Trauma Focused – Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and trained in EMDR. He believes in meeting his clients where they are at and in the collaborative nature of therapy. Rob uses evidenced based practices to help his clients identify and achieve their goals.
Rob Conrad, LMSW Licensed Master of Social Work, earned his Master’s of Social Work from the University of Michigan. Rob has experience working with children, teens, families, and adults. He has spent over a decade working with individuals who experienced complex trauma. Rob is certified in Trauma Focused – Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and trained in EMDR. He believes in meeting his clients where they are at and in the collaborative nature of therapy. Rob uses evidenced based practices to help his clients identify and achieve their goals.
We navigate new and stressful situations on a daily basis. Sometimes we are satisfied with our ability to respond. At other times, we feel stuck, inadequate, or unable to find a purpose for moving forward. Maybe we missed something significant, fell into an old and unwanted pattern, or wish things would go differently in our relationships. Whether looking through a lens of deficit or strength, family influence or individual accomplishment, spiritual background, relationships, trauma history, or any other way of filtering our experiences, we are constantly learning more about ourselves.
We navigate new and stressful situations on a daily basis. Sometimes we are satisfied with our ability to respond. At other times, we feel stuck, inadequate, or unable to find a purpose for moving forward. Maybe we missed something significant, fell into an old and unwanted pattern, or wish things would go differently in our relationships. Whether looking through a lens of deficit or strength, family influence or individual accomplishment, spiritual background, relationships, trauma history, or any other way of filtering our experiences, we are constantly learning more about ourselves.
Everyone one of us wants our one life to be the best we can have. We want to experience as much happiness as we possibly can. We want good emotional health in our life. Talking with someone/therapy is something we can utilize to make us happier. I know this personally from talking with someone else/attending therapy and from being a therapist. My approach as a therapist is that you and I will join together, working for the goal(s) you have for yourself.
Everyone one of us wants our one life to be the best we can have. We want to experience as much happiness as we possibly can. We want good emotional health in our life. Talking with someone/therapy is something we can utilize to make us happier. I know this personally from talking with someone else/attending therapy and from being a therapist. My approach as a therapist is that you and I will join together, working for the goal(s) you have for yourself.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Master of Social Work from Grand Valley State University and a Master of Fine Art in Painting from Virginia Commonwealth University. I seeks to provide individuals with a sense of safety, curiosity and platform for growth. Addressing experiences with trauma, chronic medical conditions, pain, depression, understanding identity, and anxiety. The primarily therapeutic processes I uses are Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Somatic Experiencing (SE student with two years of training). The aim being to help individuals work on the relationship between mind, body and action.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Master of Social Work from Grand Valley State University and a Master of Fine Art in Painting from Virginia Commonwealth University. I seeks to provide individuals with a sense of safety, curiosity and platform for growth. Addressing experiences with trauma, chronic medical conditions, pain, depression, understanding identity, and anxiety. The primarily therapeutic processes I uses are Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Somatic Experiencing (SE student with two years of training). The aim being to help individuals work on the relationship between mind, body and action.
Michael L. Zandstra
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49525
Hi! Thanks for stopping by today. My practice experience is grounded in a relationship-based processing style, where we will walk your wellness journey together. I work to highlight an individuals strengths and create a safe and comfortable space for clients to process a variety of issues related to depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, loss, and family or relationship conflict. Whether this is your first time seeking therapy, or you're searching for something different, I am confident that our approach will be effective in improving your wellbeing.
Hi! Thanks for stopping by today. My practice experience is grounded in a relationship-based processing style, where we will walk your wellness journey together. I work to highlight an individuals strengths and create a safe and comfortable space for clients to process a variety of issues related to depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, loss, and family or relationship conflict. Whether this is your first time seeking therapy, or you're searching for something different, I am confident that our approach will be effective in improving your wellbeing.
Chris Postema
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LMSW, CAADC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49525
Everyone experiences life struggles. I believe clients come to therapy already equipped with the tools and skills to make change and therapy is a tool to help accomplish that goal. I specialize in helping individuals with trauma, depression, anxiety and relationship problems. I've worked with adults, children, adolescents and families for 20 years, and take great joy in seeing change happen in the lives of others. I believe in a client-centered approach, which means you are the expert of your own life, and I am a facilitator in helping you accomplish your own goals. I also have experience working with other healthcare professionals.
Everyone experiences life struggles. I believe clients come to therapy already equipped with the tools and skills to make change and therapy is a tool to help accomplish that goal. I specialize in helping individuals with trauma, depression, anxiety and relationship problems. I've worked with adults, children, adolescents and families for 20 years, and take great joy in seeing change happen in the lives of others. I believe in a client-centered approach, which means you are the expert of your own life, and I am a facilitator in helping you accomplish your own goals. I also have experience working with other healthcare professionals.
Life can be bleak, challenging, and overwhelming at times. Life can also be joyful, life-giving, and hopeful. Holding tensions is a major facet of who we are as human beings. Often feeling in crisis on this journey, trying to balance our approach, and maintaining contradictions of brokenness and wholeness. My own journey has reflected much of this- in many ways I have suffered indescribable trauma; while in others I have experienced life altering joy. Each journey is incredibly unique and complex, and as human beings we have an innate desire to navigate our stories with the love, support, and friendship of others.
Life can be bleak, challenging, and overwhelming at times. Life can also be joyful, life-giving, and hopeful. Holding tensions is a major facet of who we are as human beings. Often feeling in crisis on this journey, trying to balance our approach, and maintaining contradictions of brokenness and wholeness. My own journey has reflected much of this- in many ways I have suffered indescribable trauma; while in others I have experienced life altering joy. Each journey is incredibly unique and complex, and as human beings we have an innate desire to navigate our stories with the love, support, and friendship of others.
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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.
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 therapists of a specific gender. 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. 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.