Male Therapists in Crow Wing County, MN
I specialize with substance abuse/addiction, eating disorders, and co-occurring mental health diagnosis such anxiety, depression and trauma. This includes family members. When you're not sure if it's really a problem but you're open to exploring it; when you're pretty sure it's a problem but you need help figuring out what's next; when you know it's a problem but you've struggled to find a way out.... I understand the concerns very well, professionally and personally, and I can help orient you, figure out where you want things to be, and help you develop a plan to get there.
I specialize with substance abuse/addiction, eating disorders, and co-occurring mental health diagnosis such anxiety, depression and trauma. This includes family members. When you're not sure if it's really a problem but you're open to exploring it; when you're pretty sure it's a problem but you need help figuring out what's next; when you know it's a problem but you've struggled to find a way out.... I understand the concerns very well, professionally and personally, and I can help orient you, figure out where you want things to be, and help you develop a plan to get there.
Casey Wagner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Brainerd, MN 56401
My heart is for people to experience healing and wellness. I provide an integration of Christian Faith Based Counseling for those interested. I have a passion to help those with spiritual challenges, especially in the context of OCD. I've been trained in ERP, CBIT, and the ComB Model. I provide therapy for Anxiety, BFRBs, Tic Disorders, and Phobias. I also work with individuals on habit development, grief and loss, managing stress, & adjusting to life changes. My approach is pressure free and compassionate. In therapy, we work to understand the issue you are dealing with and work together in finding positive ways to move forward.
My heart is for people to experience healing and wellness. I provide an integration of Christian Faith Based Counseling for those interested. I have a passion to help those with spiritual challenges, especially in the context of OCD. I've been trained in ERP, CBIT, and the ComB Model. I provide therapy for Anxiety, BFRBs, Tic Disorders, and Phobias. I also work with individuals on habit development, grief and loss, managing stress, & adjusting to life changes. My approach is pressure free and compassionate. In therapy, we work to understand the issue you are dealing with and work together in finding positive ways to move forward.
I've been working with adults and teens for over 47 years. My approach is empathic, direct, and thoughtful. Given I have a wide background in my training, I adapt my therapeutic approach to your needs. I find that effective therapy is a collaborative approach where we work together to understand your concerns, their origins and most importantly what can be done to bring about both the internal and behavioral changes that will be beneficial to you. My goal in therapy is to help integrate your shame and vulnerabilities into a healthy identity grounded in self-esteem and pride.
I've been working with adults and teens for over 47 years. My approach is empathic, direct, and thoughtful. Given I have a wide background in my training, I adapt my therapeutic approach to your needs. I find that effective therapy is a collaborative approach where we work together to understand your concerns, their origins and most importantly what can be done to bring about both the internal and behavioral changes that will be beneficial to you. My goal in therapy is to help integrate your shame and vulnerabilities into a healthy identity grounded in self-esteem and pride.
Renewed Strength Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LICSW, CAMS-II
Verified Verified
Online Only
I specialize in helping clients navigate men's issues, anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and more.
Together, you and I will walk along side each other to gain insight, develop coping strategies, and foster emotional well-being. Our sessions are interactive and focused on your needs, which allows you to identify your goals while working together to attain them. I am trained in EMDR, CBT, DBT, CPT, Anger Management.
I specialize in helping clients navigate men's issues, anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and more.
Together, you and I will walk along side each other to gain insight, develop coping strategies, and foster emotional well-being. Our sessions are interactive and focused on your needs, which allows you to identify your goals while working together to attain them. I am trained in EMDR, CBT, DBT, CPT, Anger Management.
It’s a great irony, really: There have never been more opportunities to connect to others, yet there’s a loneliness epidemic – especially for men.
The key to feeling more connected to yourself and others is discovering why you feel lonely and disconnected right now. Distracting yourself from that inner truth will never produce the relationships you seek. Together we will discover how your thinking patterns can affect your behavior and outlook on the world
Changing your thinking will change everything.
It’s a great irony, really: There have never been more opportunities to connect to others, yet there’s a loneliness epidemic – especially for men.
The key to feeling more connected to yourself and others is discovering why you feel lonely and disconnected right now. Distracting yourself from that inner truth will never produce the relationships you seek. Together we will discover how your thinking patterns can affect your behavior and outlook on the world
Changing your thinking will change everything.
Online Therapists
Thank you for taking the time to visit this page. I hope what you find here feels right for you.
Everyone has basic human needs such as being heard and understood, affirmed, included, loved, and safe. These are met through healthy relationships with the world around us and form the foundation of our personal health and well-being. In meeting our needs, our behavior is purposeful, and no one sets out to fail. Therapy is a process of discovery, or re-discovery, of how to be our best selves and achieve a more satisfying, fulfilling, and enriched life.
Thank you for taking the time to visit this page. I hope what you find here feels right for you.
Everyone has basic human needs such as being heard and understood, affirmed, included, loved, and safe. These are met through healthy relationships with the world around us and form the foundation of our personal health and well-being. In meeting our needs, our behavior is purposeful, and no one sets out to fail. Therapy is a process of discovery, or re-discovery, of how to be our best selves and achieve a more satisfying, fulfilling, and enriched life.
Mitchell William Nelsen
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Big Lake, MN 55309
Mitch asserts that significant personal change is achievable for everyone, though the journey can be demanding. Much like water, we often seek the path of least resistance, particularly in the face of pain, hurt, disappointment, loneliness, or fear. Nonetheless, transformation is not meant to occur in isolation. By supporting one another, hope and strength can emerge through vulnerability, shared knowledge and a clear understanding of one's goals.
Mitch asserts that significant personal change is achievable for everyone, though the journey can be demanding. Much like water, we often seek the path of least resistance, particularly in the face of pain, hurt, disappointment, loneliness, or fear. Nonetheless, transformation is not meant to occur in isolation. By supporting one another, hope and strength can emerge through vulnerability, shared knowledge and a clear understanding of one's goals.
Michael Jacob
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Cloud, MN 56303
As a gay man, I understand how difficult it can be to understand and feel confident in your identity.
I offer a therapeutic relationship that is focused in building your strengths and self-esteem. By using techniques from acceptance and commitment, CBT/trauma informed, and narrative approaches, I offer a space that is free from oppressive ideologies, acceptance and open to whatever presents for you in session.
As a gay man, I understand how difficult it can be to understand and feel confident in your identity.
I offer a therapeutic relationship that is focused in building your strengths and self-esteem. By using techniques from acceptance and commitment, CBT/trauma informed, and narrative approaches, I offer a space that is free from oppressive ideologies, acceptance and open to whatever presents for you in session.
I am a person-centered therapist who works with individuals, couples, and families experiencing difficulties with communication, relationships, and intimacy. I focus on creating a therapeutic relationship built on trust and respect because profound personal growth can occur when you feel truly heard and understood. My goal is to help you gain clarity, increase self-awareness, and develop the confidence to make positive changes in your life. For the last 12 years, I have worked with youth and adults struggling with mental health in residential, corrections, and outpatient settings.
I am a person-centered therapist who works with individuals, couples, and families experiencing difficulties with communication, relationships, and intimacy. I focus on creating a therapeutic relationship built on trust and respect because profound personal growth can occur when you feel truly heard and understood. My goal is to help you gain clarity, increase self-awareness, and develop the confidence to make positive changes in your life. For the last 12 years, I have worked with youth and adults struggling with mental health in residential, corrections, and outpatient settings.
All of us have a personal story, but oftentimes we are robbed the opportunity to author it. I work with clients looking to bridge their personal history with creative expression. I have a background in the arts, which has led me to develop a passion for creative outlets to mental wellness. I am passionate about working with clients from diverse backgrounds who are looking to gain clarity and insight into their personal narrative. I am more interested in understanding your story than giving advice or judging your decisions.
All of us have a personal story, but oftentimes we are robbed the opportunity to author it. I work with clients looking to bridge their personal history with creative expression. I have a background in the arts, which has led me to develop a passion for creative outlets to mental wellness. I am passionate about working with clients from diverse backgrounds who are looking to gain clarity and insight into their personal narrative. I am more interested in understanding your story than giving advice or judging your decisions.
Have you struggled with trauma or addiction? I work with people who want help supporting their recovery from a troubled life, or those affected by a loved ones struggles. I offer office based therapy, online or therapeutic horsemanship (horsemanship through a therapeutic lens).
Have you struggled with trauma or addiction? I work with people who want help supporting their recovery from a troubled life, or those affected by a loved ones struggles. I offer office based therapy, online or therapeutic horsemanship (horsemanship through a therapeutic lens).
If you’re ready to improve your life, then I am the one to lead you there. Having years of experience as both a client and a clinician, I am very familiar with the process of change and I am well equipped to make it happen. I've helped guide people through issues of simple depression all the way to complex PTSD. I have extensive experience dealing with criminality, all forms of abuse, addiction, and most mental disorders. My blend of psychodynamic education and life experience have suited me well in this field.
If you’re ready to improve your life, then I am the one to lead you there. Having years of experience as both a client and a clinician, I am very familiar with the process of change and I am well equipped to make it happen. I've helped guide people through issues of simple depression all the way to complex PTSD. I have extensive experience dealing with criminality, all forms of abuse, addiction, and most mental disorders. My blend of psychodynamic education and life experience have suited me well in this field.
You have your life together, but inside, you feel you are crumbling. On the outside, no one notices. All they see is someone who is responsible and is able to do the things that need to be done. You make it through the day, only to get home and have a wave of emotions drown you. It has not always been like this, the person that was on the outside was the way you felt on the inside. But things seemed to shift. You try to think, when did this happen? And then you realize, you know the answer. It was that one situation. The situation you have tried to bury because even just thinking about it brings you back into the moment.
You have your life together, but inside, you feel you are crumbling. On the outside, no one notices. All they see is someone who is responsible and is able to do the things that need to be done. You make it through the day, only to get home and have a wave of emotions drown you. It has not always been like this, the person that was on the outside was the way you felt on the inside. But things seemed to shift. You try to think, when did this happen? And then you realize, you know the answer. It was that one situation. The situation you have tried to bury because even just thinking about it brings you back into the moment.
Our practice focuses on couples and families who are experiencing relational difficulties. We also work with individual adults and adolescents.
Our practice focuses on couples and families who are experiencing relational difficulties. We also work with individual adults and adolescents.
John Torkelson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MDiv, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rogers, MN 55374
John is a licensed marriage and family therapist with 14 years of providing care to individuals, couples and families. While he sees a wide variety of clients, he has focused his practice on couples, adolescents and treating individuals for trauma, also, incorporating trauma informed care into work with couples and families. John has worked in various settings that give him a plethora of unique experience in various area including chemical dependency, serious and persistent mental health and domestic violence. John works hard to make the therapy setting comfortable and non-judgmental, and is very client centered in his work.
John is a licensed marriage and family therapist with 14 years of providing care to individuals, couples and families. While he sees a wide variety of clients, he has focused his practice on couples, adolescents and treating individuals for trauma, also, incorporating trauma informed care into work with couples and families. John has worked in various settings that give him a plethora of unique experience in various area including chemical dependency, serious and persistent mental health and domestic violence. John works hard to make the therapy setting comfortable and non-judgmental, and is very client centered in his work.
I specialize in anger, depression, anxiety, men’s issues, grief, relationships, and skill-building.
Do you ever feel torn between different parts of yourself? One side might feel anxious, angry, or depressed, while another wants to heal and move forward. Together, we can untangle and make sense of them. My approach is rooted in understanding you—your values, goals, and what a meaningful life looks like for you. Therapy isn’t about forcing change but navigating life’s challenges in a way that aligns with who you are. Sometimes relief comes from shifting how we think about problems or incorporating mindfulness. Other times, it’s about slowing down and understanding the patterns beneath the surface.
I specialize in anger, depression, anxiety, men’s issues, grief, relationships, and skill-building.
Do you ever feel torn between different parts of yourself? One side might feel anxious, angry, or depressed, while another wants to heal and move forward. Together, we can untangle and make sense of them. My approach is rooted in understanding you—your values, goals, and what a meaningful life looks like for you. Therapy isn’t about forcing change but navigating life’s challenges in a way that aligns with who you are. Sometimes relief comes from shifting how we think about problems or incorporating mindfulness. Other times, it’s about slowing down and understanding the patterns beneath the surface.
I specialize in treating adolescents and young adults with behavioral and relationship issues related to anxiety, depression or mood disorder. Teens nowadays are confronted with stressors and challenges that previous generations did not face and as such require unique understanding and approach.
I specialize in treating adolescents and young adults with behavioral and relationship issues related to anxiety, depression or mood disorder. Teens nowadays are confronted with stressors and challenges that previous generations did not face and as such require unique understanding and approach.
Minnesota Online Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Little Falls, MN 56345
Get counseling without going out. We have specialized in remote online counseling since 2015. We have several therapists with immediate openings for daytime, evening, and weekend appointments. Our online services are covered by insurance. We also offer in-office counseling in our office in White Bear Lake, MN. We believe we can all use help at various times in our life to get through stressful times, break unhelpful patterns, and see if we can live our life with more happiness. Counseling can help to sort things out, resolve past and present issues, and help clear your mind for sound decision-making.
Get counseling without going out. We have specialized in remote online counseling since 2015. We have several therapists with immediate openings for daytime, evening, and weekend appointments. Our online services are covered by insurance. We also offer in-office counseling in our office in White Bear Lake, MN. We believe we can all use help at various times in our life to get through stressful times, break unhelpful patterns, and see if we can live our life with more happiness. Counseling can help to sort things out, resolve past and present issues, and help clear your mind for sound decision-making.
Nathan is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and has completed his Masters of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Wheaton College. He received his Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at Taylor University. Nathan enjoys working with individuals, families, and adolescents. He has several years of experience providing in-home skills and therapy services as well as outpatient services to individuals, children, adolescents. He utilizes a holistic approach to therapy, incorporating mind, body, and soul care.
Nathan is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and has completed his Masters of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Wheaton College. He received his Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at Taylor University. Nathan enjoys working with individuals, families, and adolescents. He has several years of experience providing in-home skills and therapy services as well as outpatient services to individuals, children, adolescents. He utilizes a holistic approach to therapy, incorporating mind, body, and soul care.
I am well versed in several counseling techniques and have a compassionate approachable demeanor. My counseling experience is above par and I am also organized with an attention to detail. Clients warm up to me quickly and I enjoy helping them reach goals and learn new thinking patterns to view life in a more positive manner. My therapeutic style incorporates expert listening, positive feedback, direct guidance, and creating an environment where you will feel comfortable to discuss your personal thoughts and feelings. Therapy is a safe place to discuss things that cannot be shared with family, friends, or colleagues.
I am well versed in several counseling techniques and have a compassionate approachable demeanor. My counseling experience is above par and I am also organized with an attention to detail. Clients warm up to me quickly and I enjoy helping them reach goals and learn new thinking patterns to view life in a more positive manner. My therapeutic style incorporates expert listening, positive feedback, direct guidance, and creating an environment where you will feel comfortable to discuss your personal thoughts and feelings. Therapy is a safe place to discuss things that cannot be shared with family, friends, or colleagues.
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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.