Male Therapists in Kansas City, MO
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Kenneth W Howard
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, LCMFT
Verified
My passion is helping people achieve healthy relationships that honor, strengthen, and validate the people in them. I enjoy helping young
men
and women to build significant and open relationships on their way through dating and engagement as well as working with them on tools to address the conflict in their marriage. Often times unchecked anxiety leads to depression and I have many effective tools for people who struggle in attending to their anxiety in an effective way. I work with addictions of all kinds in a non shaming, caring, effective, and healing way.
Jeffrey E Holt
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCPC, NCC
Verified
Jeff has been working with
men
and boys in the Greater Kansas City area since 1999. Jeff is licensed in Missouri, Kansas, and Alaska, and provides a unique and personal approach, specializing in working with troubled teenage and pre-adolescent boys. Jeff provides individual and family therapy for boys and
men
of all ages. In addition to being a skilled clinician, Jeff has been a foster parent, mentor, and instructor, and has published articles on communication, family dynamics and diversity. He has provided training for parents and group therapy for teens with the goal of building trust, respect, and individual empowerment.
Dan Gabbert
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSCP, LPC, CSAT
Verified
Our practice focuses on sexual addiction - for the addict, the partner and the couple. If you struggle with sex addiction (including pornography) you need someone who understands this addiction and has a plan for your recovery. We do. If you are the partner of a sex addict, it's important to take care of yourself and seek counsel from a compassionate therapist who understands your situation. Both the addict and the betrayed partner get better faster with a highly trained, highly focused supportive therapy team.
Men
and women have regained and even improved relationships through their work with us.
Ryan M Brennan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
I support
men
and women at all stages of life from teens to the elderly.
It can be difficult to gain the support we need to face life's many challenges. Many husbands and fathers are lonely, stressed, or confused about their relationships. The role of mother caring for children or daughter for an elderly parent can feel relentless. Perhaps you have pain you've pushed away for many years making you feel trapped or lost. Counseling can provide the opportunity to safely discuss and express the things we do not or cannot share in our day to day lives. I utilize an interpersonal and solutions focused approach to help unpack your struggles, process your pain, and build practical strategies to move forward.
Craig Mcandrew
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCAC, LMHC
Verified
I have also had the opportunity to support
men
and women in the process of overcoming depression, anxiety, and grief, as well as, helping couples with relationship and communication issues.
Yes I have availability. No, I'm not in network with insurance. Your out of network benefits may cover. I'm very easy to talk to. Do you have trouble sleeping? Are you overwhelmed? Do you have a sense of doom? Have friends and/or family commented on the amount of alcohol or drugs you can take? If so, you may benefit from seeing me. Since 1996, I have worked extensively with people struggling with Substance Use Disorders, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Depression, Anxiety, and Grief. I also take a secular approach to those who have experienced religious trauma. If you have struggled with any of these issues, I can definitely help.
Chris Adams
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSCP, LPC, CSAT
Verified
The focus of my work is helping
men
and women who are struggling with intimacy disorders and compulsive sexual/relationship behaviors (also known as sex, porn or love addiction) that have had negative impacts on a person's relationships, overall emotional well being, health, family, career and other aspects of life. Struggles with sexuality can involve a great deal of pain, guilt and shame. If this is your experience, finding a professional who can provide a safe and non-judgemental space is crucial. In addition, I work with individuals who experience difficulties creating and maintaining intimate connections in relationships.
James (Jamie) Copaken
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LSCSW
Verified
As one of the few
male
therapists, I focus on issues affecting
men
and boys - including bullying, anger management, and communication.
We're all faced with challenges, big and small. Sometimes these grow to overpower and overwhelm us. The adults, children, and families I work with say that I help them feel heard, valued, comfortable, and that I provide a safe place to explore options and pick the right solutions.
Jeff Crawford
Counselor, MA, LCPC, LPC
Verified
Are you feeling frustrated in an important relationship? Have you lost your sense of purpose and direction in your career or life in general? Would you like to master the tools and skills that lead to more satisfaction, stability and success in life and love? Your relationship with yourself and others can make or break your ability to experience a rich, rewarding life. I help
men
—and the women who love them—learn the tools and master the skills necessary to strengthen their relationships and pursue their dreams.
Headstrong Counseling
Psychologist, PhD, LC
Verified
I am committed to helping adult & adolescent
men
and athletes know their strengths and get past their shortcomings in order to better themselves.
Men
’s Counseling. Sports Psychology. Personality Testing. My approach to therapy is down-to-earth. We'll talk about your life, your history, and your goals for the future. If you're having a hard time managing stress, anxiety, depression, or other concerns, we'll talk about that too. I know a few things that may help. If you're still not sure if this is right for you, use this link to schedule a free 15 minute phone consultation: https://headstrong.clientsecure.me/
Daniel Levin
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
I am an experienced therapist having worked for 35 years with persons of all ages who have suffered complex loss and trauma including child abuse and neglect, divorce, domestic violence, family dysfunction, death, illness, unemployment, poverty, crime, and natural and
man
-made disasters of all kinds.
The vast majority people who seek therapy have suffered losses and traumas which have had very painful consequences for their lives. The best way to heal from those losses is to first have them accurately identified and then to be gradually helped to express one's thoughts and feelings about them to a supportive and compassionate listener. With such support one's experiences are validated as real and one begins to recognize one's strength and courage under the most challenging of circumstances. The opportunity to speak the truth about the painful facts of one's life to a supportive therapist is what heals.
Bruce Johnson
Licensed Clinical Psychotherapist, MS, LCP, NCPsych
Verified
As a
man
, I was always scared to go to a couples counselor because I was sure I was going to be the "bad guy" and was defensive.
Nearly 3 decades of experience helping couples and individuals overcome problems and begin to thrive again. I work with individuals, and couples struggling with everything from breaches in trust such as infidelity, resentments, lies, hiding financial issues, parenting stress, sexuality issues, non-traditional relationships, and the myriad of challenges that we all face. They don't have to be road blocks, it's what we do with them and how we use them to learn and grow to become a better partner and ally to each other and ourselves.
Tom Hawley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MDiv, LCSW
Verified
I have over 30 years of experience working with children, adults, families, and couples. I currently work with teens, adults, and couples needing help navigating various struggles life might hand us. Whether short-term crises, such as job loss, divorce, grief issue, or longer term issues such as child rearing, life-stages, trauma, addictions. I am glad to walk with you on this journey, offering support, validation, and guidance.
Chris Hermesch
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
Do you struggle with managing difficult emotions and thoughts? Do you feel like you are surviving more than you are living? Are you looking for your path to balance and a deep sense of well-being? If so, I would be happy to help you to discover how mindfulness based therapy can help you find your balance and create a life worth living. With a mindfulness practice, you can train your brain to create the changes that you are looking for. You can also access your body and mind's inherent ability to heal and find balance.
Michael J. Grimes
Psychologist, MA
Verified
Often it helps to be able to talk with someone to find your way through life's difficulties. I welcome the opportunity to assist you with your journey. I am licensed in Missouri as both a Psychologist and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. My approach is both strengths-based and solution-focused. It is a privilege to work with clients assisting each in discovering solutions for their individual issues. I work to empower my clients to enable them to face the varied challenges of life by helping them enhance their coping and problem solving skills while increasing their resilience.
Jeff F Miner
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MEd
Verified
If you have ever dealt with anxiety, panic attacks, or fears of letting others down you have been fighting a battle that you don't need to continue to fight. We help individuals control their anxiety by teaching them techniques and tools that will allow them to regain control over their emotions. These are the same skills that professional athletes use to deal with the anxiety and the enormous amounts of pressure they deal with on a daily basis.
Day Shepherd
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
"Be the best of what humanity has to offer".I love being a therapist and this quote inspires me as a person and in my craft. My ideal client understands that therapy is hard work and is intent on finding joy despite difficult circumstances and past childhood pain. As a therapist, I enjoy working with clients who value being challenged. I enjoy working with those individuals and families that need treatment for addictions, ADHD, marital difficulties and spiritual concerns.
Larry Sidney
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, LCSW
Verified
For over 20 years, I have helped individuals, couples & families resolve their difficulties of depression, anxiety, stress, loss or grief, trauma incidents, couple/marital or relational matters by utilizing a cognitive behavioral, solution-focused treatment approach. I provide compassionate care and am genuinely concerned about the people I treat. My approach incorporates an action oriented aspect in bringing about the change that clients desire or request.
Robert Shonkwiler
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified
If you are struggling with your relationships, problems related to anxiety, depression, bi-polar disorder, and/or addiction, I can help. My experience consists of working in private practice, a psychiatric hospital, and an in-patient drug/alcohol treatment center. My approach is getting to know you by establishing a safe, trusting, healing relationship; identifying issues you wish to work on; and working together therapeutically to resolve your problems. For additional information check my website www.counselorbobkc.com
Centurion Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor, BHS, MHA, LPC
Verified
Check out our website for more details! I became a therapist because of a void that has persisted for decades. A void that allowed black and brown people to be left to find sometimes inadequate ways of dealing with real mental health issues. As you search you will find very few people that look like me that is in the profession of supporting mental health. This is unfortunate. Although my caseload is hugely diverse, what comforts my clients is I represent what in my field is lacking...a representative from a disenfranchised group of people helping to build up the individual, repairing relationships and making families whole.
Chuck Franks
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW, CST
Verified
My clients find it empowering to not just talk about a problem but also to create ways of coping through learning new skills and allowing new perspectives. I help clients who want to be truly authentic. Sexuality and the pursuit of our sexual health is important as we strive to integrate our expression into our relationships. I help individuals incorporate their true selves into their relationships. My specialties are sexual problems, issues of sexual identity/orientation, consensual non-monogamy, out of control sexual behavior more commonly known as sex or porn addiction.
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What type of mental health professional is right for me?
Some of the most common types of mental health providers in Kansas City are psychologists, licensed counselors, therapists, psychotherapists, and licensed clinical social workers, all of whom diagnose mental health conditions and provide individualized treatment.
Services offered, education and credentials vary by type of mental health professional. Each professional in Kansas City then may specialize in certain areas, such as depression, marriage counseling, or anxiety. Although many mental health providers are not licensed to prescribe medication, they may coordinate with a provider who can.
Both in-person and online therapy sessions are available from most psychologists.
Services offered, education and credentials vary by type of mental health professional. Each professional in Kansas City then may specialize in certain areas, such as depression, marriage counseling, or anxiety. Although many mental health providers are not licensed to prescribe medication, they may coordinate with a provider who can.
Both in-person and online therapy sessions are available from most psychologists.
How to find a specialist?
You can refine your search using the filters on this page. There are several categories you can filter by to find mental health professionals with the experience you are looking for. You may want to filter for CBT Psychologists in Kansas City, or Child Psychologists in Kansas City.
Many find it useful to use filters to view only psychologists that have experience working with certain issues, like Kansas City psychologists specializing in EMDR.
Many find it useful to use filters to view only psychologists that have experience working with certain issues, like Kansas City psychologists specializing in EMDR.
What method of therapy is right for me?
When it comes to treatment methods, there's no 'right way.’ Each method of therapy can be beneficial for a variety of issues. Psychologists in Kansas City specialize in therapeutic approaches such as CBT, EMDR, and Interpersonal Therapy (IPT), among others. Finding a psychologist or therapist who is a good fit for you is the most important step to discovering what type of therapy, or combination of therapeutic approaches, will meet your individual needs. Learn what to expect from different types of therapy and how they work.
How to use my insurance?
Many therapists accept health insurance. Check to see if your insurance is covered. Feel free to discuss this when you contact the therapist.