Male Therapists in Traverse City, MI

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Jeffrey D Goodwin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MDiv, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Traverse City, MI 49686
I focus on couples counseling using the Gott man method, and I have completed the Level 3 Practicum Training in Gott man Method Couples therapy.
I love helping adolescents and their families! Sounds strange I know, but it's true. I provide a listening ear and create a non-judgmental space for youth ages 11-24 to talk about life, love, friendship, and the challenges associated with transitioning into adulthood. I also work with struggling adults, couples and stressed families, and help individuals deal with things like depression and anxiety. Life puts lots of pressure on individuals, marriages, parents, and families, and I'd love to help you find ways to cope with the pressure and go from surviving to thriving!
I focus on couples counseling using the Gott man method, and I have completed the Level 3 Practicum Training in Gott man Method Couples therapy.
I love helping adolescents and their families! Sounds strange I know, but it's true. I provide a listening ear and create a non-judgmental space for youth ages 11-24 to talk about life, love, friendship, and the challenges associated with transitioning into adulthood. I also work with struggling adults, couples and stressed families, and help individuals deal with things like depression and anxiety. Life puts lots of pressure on individuals, marriages, parents, and families, and I'd love to help you find ways to cope with the pressure and go from surviving to thriving!
(231) 622-4339 View (231) 622-4339
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Reliance Christian Counseling, PLLC, Duane F Ellis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Traverse City, MI 49686
Waitlist for new clients
My counseling practice provides services to individuals, couples, and groups. Those who seek counseling assistance often face difficult life situations that cause emotional wounds, pain, and loss of hope. As a counselor, my role is to come alongside clients to help them understand the source of the issues that they face, help them identify solutions to their problems, and to encourage them in their efforts. Reestablishing a sense of hope is a major factor in this healing process.
My counseling practice provides services to individuals, couples, and groups. Those who seek counseling assistance often face difficult life situations that cause emotional wounds, pain, and loss of hope. As a counselor, my role is to come alongside clients to help them understand the source of the issues that they face, help them identify solutions to their problems, and to encourage them in their efforts. Reestablishing a sense of hope is a major factor in this healing process.
(231) 598-7577 View (231) 598-7577
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Gary Vann
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Traverse City, MI 49684
Many clients over the years have benefited by this wealth of knowledge and skills I learned from Dr.
Thank you for taking time to learn how we can partner together. I offer an atmosphere of warmth, encouragement, wellness and 35 years of experience as a marriage & family psychologist. Having raised a son and daughter, married a long time and six grandchildren, I know families, careers and life in general can be very stressful. It is my passion to help you make your journey easier and successful for you. Knowledge is power - the more you learn about yourself, communication skills, and acquire tools to eliminate depression, anxiety, anger, phobias, etc. the happier you will be in all aspects of life!
Many clients over the years have benefited by this wealth of knowledge and skills I learned from Dr.
Thank you for taking time to learn how we can partner together. I offer an atmosphere of warmth, encouragement, wellness and 35 years of experience as a marriage & family psychologist. Having raised a son and daughter, married a long time and six grandchildren, I know families, careers and life in general can be very stressful. It is my passion to help you make your journey easier and successful for you. Knowledge is power - the more you learn about yourself, communication skills, and acquire tools to eliminate depression, anxiety, anger, phobias, etc. the happier you will be in all aspects of life!
(231) 225-9699 View (231) 225-9699
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Troy A Elenbaas
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Traverse City, MI 49686
If you are ready to work through your baggage, in an overwhelming relationship, or are a teenager navigating the difficult school years, I invite you to take a journey towards wellness with me. We will walk together, processing intellectual, emotional, and spiritual aspects of your life, and will have an overarching goal of finding your truest and healthiest self. In the space we share together, we can cover your past, present, and look a little bit forward. I enjoy working from a Christian perspective and including spirituality as part of the path towards wholeness. Pricing of $100/session is often available, based on need.
If you are ready to work through your baggage, in an overwhelming relationship, or are a teenager navigating the difficult school years, I invite you to take a journey towards wellness with me. We will walk together, processing intellectual, emotional, and spiritual aspects of your life, and will have an overarching goal of finding your truest and healthiest self. In the space we share together, we can cover your past, present, and look a little bit forward. I enjoy working from a Christian perspective and including spirituality as part of the path towards wholeness. Pricing of $100/session is often available, based on need.
(231) 879-5090 View (231) 879-5090
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Kevin McDowell
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Traverse City, MI 49686  (Online Only)
As a health psychologist, I have a great deal of experience working with people suffering from one or more chronic illnesses. I may be a good fit if you are coming to terms with a health scare, processing a new diagnosis or treatment, have experienced medical trauma, or are struggling to cope with chronic medical conditions. Prior to hospital work, I spent many years working and training in college counseling centers. Please be willing to self reflect, have an open mind, and be willing to consider how you treat yourself.
As a health psychologist, I have a great deal of experience working with people suffering from one or more chronic illnesses. I may be a good fit if you are coming to terms with a health scare, processing a new diagnosis or treatment, have experienced medical trauma, or are struggling to cope with chronic medical conditions. Prior to hospital work, I spent many years working and training in college counseling centers. Please be willing to self reflect, have an open mind, and be willing to consider how you treat yourself.
(616) 344-0339 View (616) 344-0339
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Jeremy Bilderback
Counselor, MA, LLPC
Verified Verified
Traverse City, MI 49686
Many things get in the way.
I want to help people live effective lives. So many of us find ourselves living one day at a time just trying to survive our circumstances. I believe there is much more to life. We are designed to live life fully. My philosophy is that life is experienced and enjoyed within the context of all our relationships, not just ro mantic. When our relationships are struggling our enjoyment of life suffers. When we enjoy the fruit of healthy relationships we are able to truly taste the sweetness of life the way it was designed to be lived. Finding personal healing and wholeness equips us to give and receive life giving communion with others.
Many things get in the way.
I want to help people live effective lives. So many of us find ourselves living one day at a time just trying to survive our circumstances. I believe there is much more to life. We are designed to live life fully. My philosophy is that life is experienced and enjoyed within the context of all our relationships, not just ro mantic. When our relationships are struggling our enjoyment of life suffers. When we enjoy the fruit of healthy relationships we are able to truly taste the sweetness of life the way it was designed to be lived. Finding personal healing and wholeness equips us to give and receive life giving communion with others.
(231) 239-6312 View (231) 239-6312
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David A Prince
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Traverse City, MI 49684
Our sessions take place virtually or at our office in Logan Cove on the Board man Lake in Traverse City.
We do not charge insurance co-pays to our clients, it makes therapy costly and some people avoid seeking counseling for that reason. If you're looking for guidance through a challenging situation, you have a concern that has been on your mind and you would like to speak with a counselor or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life, I can help you through this process.
Our sessions take place virtually or at our office in Logan Cove on the Board man Lake in Traverse City.
We do not charge insurance co-pays to our clients, it makes therapy costly and some people avoid seeking counseling for that reason. If you're looking for guidance through a challenging situation, you have a concern that has been on your mind and you would like to speak with a counselor or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life, I can help you through this process.
(231) 714-6505 View (231) 714-6505
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Paul E Kaschel
Limited Licensed Psychologist, DPhil, BCPCC, EAGALA
Verified Verified
Traverse City, MI 49686
If your marriage has too much conflict, too little togetherness, or it just feels like you've gone in different directions, I can help you get back on the track you want to be on. Some times the patterns that are developed in marriage need a little jolt in order to shift onto a better path. Working on these issues with practical tools in the context of your life in Christ gives you resources that are unavailable simply working on these things yourselves. If you are an individual struggling with anxiety or depression or relational problems, I can also help you with a plan and tools to handle life more effectively.
If your marriage has too much conflict, too little togetherness, or it just feels like you've gone in different directions, I can help you get back on the track you want to be on. Some times the patterns that are developed in marriage need a little jolt in order to shift onto a better path. Working on these issues with practical tools in the context of your life in Christ gives you resources that are unavailable simply working on these things yourselves. If you are an individual struggling with anxiety or depression or relational problems, I can also help you with a plan and tools to handle life more effectively.
(231) 225-4390 View (231) 225-4390
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Jerry Richardson
Pre-Licensed Professional, LLMSW
Verified Verified
Traverse City, MI 49686
This Therapist Has Immediate Availability! We are all going through our own struggles, and it is natural to want to find some kind of relief from what we are going through. Too often though, we frequently find ourselves back at square one over and over again wondering why this keeps happening. Mental Health counseling offers us a chance to try and understand our stress, the meaning behind our symptoms, and allows us an opportunity to finally get unstuck.
This Therapist Has Immediate Availability! We are all going through our own struggles, and it is natural to want to find some kind of relief from what we are going through. Too often though, we frequently find ourselves back at square one over and over again wondering why this keeps happening. Mental Health counseling offers us a chance to try and understand our stress, the meaning behind our symptoms, and allows us an opportunity to finally get unstuck.
(231) 403-0865 View (231) 403-0865
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Spencer Galton
MA , LLPC, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Traverse City, MI 49684
I have deep passion for helping individuals on their journey to healing, I specialize in working with those who are motivated to overcome complex trauma, anxiety, mood disorders, and personality disorders. I believe in the power of experiential therapy and the transformational potential of Narrative therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and ADEP (Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy). These therapeutic approaches form the cornerstone of our practice, guiding my clients toward a more profound understanding of their inner worlds and the narratives that shape their lives.
I have deep passion for helping individuals on their journey to healing, I specialize in working with those who are motivated to overcome complex trauma, anxiety, mood disorders, and personality disorders. I believe in the power of experiential therapy and the transformational potential of Narrative therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and ADEP (Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy). These therapeutic approaches form the cornerstone of our practice, guiding my clients toward a more profound understanding of their inner worlds and the narratives that shape their lives.
(719) 733-9092 View (719) 733-9092
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Kyle Byrnes
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MLP, CBIS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Traverse City, MI 49686
The pursuit of therapy can be a daunting and frustrating task, and you should have someone to walk with you during that journey. Maybe you have worked with therapists in the past without much benefit or this is your first time reaching out to a therapist. I provide a safe and empathetic space to explore your life while offering coping skills and perspective as needed. With a professional background in crisis work, I'm comfortable working with individuals struggling with persistent depression, anxiety, and other chronic conditions.
The pursuit of therapy can be a daunting and frustrating task, and you should have someone to walk with you during that journey. Maybe you have worked with therapists in the past without much benefit or this is your first time reaching out to a therapist. I provide a safe and empathetic space to explore your life while offering coping skills and perspective as needed. With a professional background in crisis work, I'm comfortable working with individuals struggling with persistent depression, anxiety, and other chronic conditions.
(231) 310-0657 View (231) 310-0657
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Michael Patrick Hayes
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Traverse City, MI 49684
This clinical practice specializes in assisting individuals to achieve their personal goals and strive to reach their full potential. I assist others to increase and sustain motivational levels and drive and reduce or eliminate barriers to success. The practice works with children, adolescents and adults. Clients often seeking services include business owners and executives, athletes, students, and artists.
This clinical practice specializes in assisting individuals to achieve their personal goals and strive to reach their full potential. I assist others to increase and sustain motivational levels and drive and reduce or eliminate barriers to success. The practice works with children, adolescents and adults. Clients often seeking services include business owners and executives, athletes, students, and artists.
(231) 613-3515 View (231) 613-3515
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William Sisco
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Traverse City, MI 49684
When we are experiencing psychological suffering, it is natural to want to find relief from our distress. Too often, though, our ways of coping or protecting ourselves from pain only lead us to more distress in the long run. We frequently find ourselves back in the same rut, or repeating the same mistakes over and over without knowing why.
When we are experiencing psychological suffering, it is natural to want to find relief from our distress. Too often, though, our ways of coping or protecting ourselves from pain only lead us to more distress in the long run. We frequently find ourselves back in the same rut, or repeating the same mistakes over and over without knowing why.
(231) 867-0618 View (231) 867-0618
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Andrew O'Brien
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Traverse City, MI 49685
Life can be tough, and sometimes it feels like everything is falling apart. If you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure about where to turn, I'm here to help. As a trained clinical social worker, I'm honored to support you on your journey towards healing and growth. Whether you're new to therapy or coming back after a break, taking that first step can be hard. But remember, you're not alone. Together, we can achieve great things and create the life you truly want.
Life can be tough, and sometimes it feels like everything is falling apart. If you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure about where to turn, I'm here to help. As a trained clinical social worker, I'm honored to support you on your journey towards healing and growth. Whether you're new to therapy or coming back after a break, taking that first step can be hard. But remember, you're not alone. Together, we can achieve great things and create the life you truly want.
(231) 538-2046 View (231) 538-2046
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Hayden Allen Scott
Counselor, MA, LLC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Traverse City, MI 49696
The path you have been walking may be worn down, peace, clarity, joy, and fulfillment feel distant, the storms of anxiety, depression, and trauma have become overwhelming. You don't have to travel through the storm alone. It is in caring relationships that healing sparks and growth endures. In therapy, a healing relationship starts when a safe space blossoms. In this safe space, I work with you to find the healing path you will step into.
The path you have been walking may be worn down, peace, clarity, joy, and fulfillment feel distant, the storms of anxiety, depression, and trauma have become overwhelming. You don't have to travel through the storm alone. It is in caring relationships that healing sparks and growth endures. In therapy, a healing relationship starts when a safe space blossoms. In this safe space, I work with you to find the healing path you will step into.
(231) 624-8635 View (231) 624-8635
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Daniel Herd
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Traverse City, MI 49684
Therapy should be fun. It should be something you look forward to, not something you push yourself to get through. I want you to leave the counseling session feeling lighter, more energized, and more enthusiastic about your future. My goal is to enthrive; and to help you do the same for yourself. Counseling with me is a series of skill sessions for your brain, to help it develop new methods of looking at the past and relating to the future. Together we can create your new outlook on life. Call or check out Enthrive North to find out more.
Therapy should be fun. It should be something you look forward to, not something you push yourself to get through. I want you to leave the counseling session feeling lighter, more energized, and more enthusiastic about your future. My goal is to enthrive; and to help you do the same for yourself. Counseling with me is a series of skill sessions for your brain, to help it develop new methods of looking at the past and relating to the future. Together we can create your new outlook on life. Call or check out Enthrive North to find out more.
(231) 492-0808 View (231) 492-0808
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Stephen Scott
Counselor, MA, LLPC
Verified Verified
Traverse City, MI 49686
Sometimes, finding hope and purpose can be really difficult. Whether it’s depression, anxiety, relationship issues, teenager adjustments, or even an addiction, the storms of life can be challenging, but you don’t have to weather those storms alone. Everyone deserves to feel hope…everyone deserves to live life with purpose. As a counselor, I've had the privilege of walking with hundreds of people through heavy and often overwhelming seasons in their lives. One of the many things I've learned is that your past does not need to define your future. Restored health, hope, and purpose can be your reality.
Sometimes, finding hope and purpose can be really difficult. Whether it’s depression, anxiety, relationship issues, teenager adjustments, or even an addiction, the storms of life can be challenging, but you don’t have to weather those storms alone. Everyone deserves to feel hope…everyone deserves to live life with purpose. As a counselor, I've had the privilege of walking with hundreds of people through heavy and often overwhelming seasons in their lives. One of the many things I've learned is that your past does not need to define your future. Restored health, hope, and purpose can be your reality.
(231) 225-4161 View (231) 225-4161
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Eric D LaPaugh
Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Traverse City, MI 49686
I have been a therapist for 10 years and in private practice for the past 7. Prior to this I worked with students and families at a boarding school for high schoolers with learning difficulties for 8 years. And before that I’ve worked with youth and families in many different capacities for several years.
I have been a therapist for 10 years and in private practice for the past 7. Prior to this I worked with students and families at a boarding school for high schoolers with learning difficulties for 8 years. And before that I’ve worked with youth and families in many different capacities for several years.
(231) 994-6543 View (231) 994-6543
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Douglas Adam Glick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Traverse City, MI 49684
A catalyst may be a person or a thing that precipitates a change. When you see the change, you can be the change! As a licensed clinical social worker I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, groups and families in the areas of trauma and resilience, anxiety, depression, as well as grief and loss. As a member of the gay community, a presenter and writer in this field, I have worked with folks that are moving toward being fully integrated in their lives. Matching what we know about our inner selves with our outer selves and celebrating ourselves within our communities, may require some assistance along the way.
A catalyst may be a person or a thing that precipitates a change. When you see the change, you can be the change! As a licensed clinical social worker I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, groups and families in the areas of trauma and resilience, anxiety, depression, as well as grief and loss. As a member of the gay community, a presenter and writer in this field, I have worked with folks that are moving toward being fully integrated in their lives. Matching what we know about our inner selves with our outer selves and celebrating ourselves within our communities, may require some assistance along the way.
(231) 518-9258 View (231) 518-9258
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Matthew Clinton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Traverse City, MI 49684
I am dedicated to providing comprehensive support to individuals from all walks of life, with a particular emphasis on assisting athletes. With a background in Sport Management from Western Michigan University and as a former youth athlete, I understand the unique pressures and challenges that athletes face both on and off the field. Perfor mance anxiety, high expectations on the self and possibly from others, or the frustration of in juries are simply a fraction of the issues that athletes of all ages can face.
I am dedicated to providing comprehensive support to individuals from all walks of life, with a particular emphasis on assisting athletes. With a background in Sport Management from Western Michigan University and as a former youth athlete, I understand the unique pressures and challenges that athletes face both on and off the field. Perfor mance anxiety, high expectations on the self and possibly from others, or the frustration of in juries are simply a fraction of the issues that athletes of all ages can face.
(313) 513-8983 View (313) 513-8983
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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. Prospective clients should also ask what the expectation is for treatment, and what the fee structure is, and whether and which insurance plans are accepted.

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 a male therapist. 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, in the case of male clients. Some women have prior negative experiences with women that predispose them to prefer working with a male in therapy. 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.