Men's Issues Therapists in Durham, NC

Darryl McCarroll is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who has over 30 years of experience. Darryl earned his Bachelor's degree in Journalism and International Marketing at Western Illinois University, his Master's degree In Management from the University of Phoenix, and a Master's degree and Doctoral degree in Social Work from Walden University.

Reaching out for help can be difficult, but seeking the support of a counselor can lead to measurable positive change, meaning, and balance in your life. My style is warm, non-judgmental, and affirming. I leave space for you to safely explore issues of concern as well as aspirations. I have experience working with individuals from all walks of life and work collaboratively with clients to help them achieve their goals. Whether you are seeking support with hard to change behaviors, a life transition, or emotional connection, deciding to enlist professional help can be a brave first step towards healing.

Hello, and welcome to my page! As a mental health counselor and supervisor with over a decade of clinical practice, I bring a wealth and knowledge and experience into my counseling sessions. While I welcome anyone to my private practice who is seeking to improve their life or themselves, I primarily focus my clinical work on anxiety, couples therapy, and men's issues . My small teletherapy practice allows me to focus my time and attention on each of my clients to build a specialized therapeutic approach specifically designed to improve my clients' health, happiness and overall wellbeing.

We all have our own unique experiences that no one truly knows as well as you do. That is why I emphasize that clients are the experts. My goal is to create a warm and empathetic space where you feel you can discuss important issues without judgment. I take an integrative approach pulling from multiple therapeutic modalities such as ACT, DBT,CBT, and SFBT.

I'm not for everyone and every situation... I specialize in therapy and coaching for executives, couples, and companies who are highly motivated to get unstuck by doing a lot of work in a short period of time through in-person intensives or by secure video. I focus primarily on helping stabilize situations, create clarity about next steps, and crafting an action plan that my clients will be responsible for executing outside of the therapy or coaching relationship.

Everyone could benefit from talking with a counselor to help cope with life's stressors. You may prefer to meet with a counselor one-on-one to help improve your quality of life. If your intimate relationship is a concern, you and your partner(s) could utilize relationship counseling to communicate more effectively and regain the passion that drew you together. Building a support network and feeling as if you belong are also valuable resources that group counseling can provide. Regardless of your concern, there are multiple counseling options to help meet your needs. Initiating counseling services is the first step to feeling better.

People may seek therapy to cope with challenges, gain insights, and make changes in their personal lives and relationships. Forming a collaborative therapeutic relationship with every client is central to my work. Grounded in person-centered, existential, and mindfulness-based practice, I am especially interested in personal and cultural values and the process of finding meaning in life.

My approach is relational. I see therapy as a chance to connect with another human in a protected relationship that allows for openness and honesty. In the safety of that relationship, I challenge my clients so we get beneath the surface, where they develop new insights, find greater meaning, and deeper connection with others. I specialize in work with men, those experiencing relationship issues and divorce, life transitions, and in recovery from substance use.

My approach to therapy is rooted in the view that we are all, at the deepest level, whole and complete; we all have wisdom, love, compassion, and the capacity for connection within us. My job as a therapist is not to fix or to change anyone—it is to help and support you in connecting with your own knowing, power, and ability to grow and meet your goals. I work with adults and older teens seeking assistance with a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief and loss, life transitions, and identity development and change.

You may be someone used to figuring things out on your own, but you’ve run out of ideas or want a fresh perspective. Maybe you have sought help before but were frustrated by the pace of your previous therapy. Perhaps life has thrown you a curveball, and it’s time to make some changes. Either way, you want real solutions as well as support and encouragement. My clinical judgment is tempered by real-world experience. I've raised two kids to adulthood, been married, divorced, and happily remarried. I’m an ex-Business guy. I have a Ph.D. in Psychology, I’ve run real businesses, coached top execs, and been helping people for 25+ years.

Sometimes life is hard and you need help coping. Sometimes you get angry and you're not sure why or how to control it. Sometimes bad things happen and you can't get over it the way your friends and family expect you to. Maybe you don't really know what's going on, but you recognize that something isn't right. I want to help you figure out what isn't working in your life and get you to where you want to be.

A foundational quote for my work as well as my life has been “Be kind for everyone is facing a hard battle.” One’s battle could be feeling alone even when surrounded by people, trying to manage countless life stressors, or struggling to overcome addiction amongst others. Meeting you where you are at and seeing past your symptoms to who you are as a person is central to who I am as a counselor. Within your battle, I strive to compassionately assist you in recognizing the strengths that you have within yourself to cope.

Sometimes we all can use a little help on life's journey--when things seem dark, when we feel like we are drowning in emotions, challenges, or thoughts, or when we just need someone to help with focus as we set a course toward achieving our goals. That is what therapy is all about! Therapy is not having someone with all the right answers tell you what to do or doing things to you; it is having a professional guide to draw out your goals and strengths, to breathe hope into difficult times, and to assist with perspective and skills. As Rumi said, "The wound is where the light enters you." Come, find hope, and refuel for your journey.

I am accepting new clients and have immediate availability! Life can sometimes push us into becoming a version of ourselves we don't recognize anymore. My ideal client doesn't just have one issue...they have many issues, like we all do! Even when your needs cant be easily defined, I will help you open up to making healthy behavioral changes. I will help you learn new coping skills that will help you move closer to your goals. I will support you in becoming the you, you want to be! I also work with couples and can help you find the relationship you're dreaming of.

Men! Why do I only work with this population? Because they are an underserved, misunderstood, and often villainized group. Most want to be the best versions of themselves and accomplish this through therapy. I strive to provide an accepting, nonjudgmental, safe space to unravel the mysteries of self. My sense of humor, practical approach, appreciation for direct comments, and an athletic background make me a good match for this population. My three best friends are males who add flavor to my life! And guess what? I can mirror what you can expect from a healthy female in your life.

Transformation has your name all over it ! Please, call me Tone and I am the CEO of Transformational Thinking Academy where I mentor and coach young black youth and men, into transformation. This program will position you into purpose, and embrace a mentally fit mindset as we do surgery on your state of Consciousness, learning the art of manifestation and unpacking outdated beliefs you may have,

As a therapist, I feel the most genuine offering I can provide is a non judgmental, culturally mindful approach that connects with you as the client wherever you are in your individual journey. I believe in using the strengths that you already have to serve as the foundation of where we will go. I show up in every session with the intent of connecting from a place of authenticity, empathy, and mindfulness.