Male Therapists in Locust, NC
Life’s trials have shaped my passion for helping others. Orphaned by 13 after losing my mother to HIV and my stepfather to murder, my faith in Christ guided me through these hardships. For 25 years, I've studied relationships, from a spiritual lens, and as a Christian marriage counselor, I focus on helping couples improve communication, from a Gospel-centered focus. Using evidence-based research and faith-based principles, I address mental health issues and imperfections. I empower individuals and couples to restore and enrich their relationships, navigate challenges, and achieve their God-given potential.
Life’s trials have shaped my passion for helping others. Orphaned by 13 after losing my mother to HIV and my stepfather to murder, my faith in Christ guided me through these hardships. For 25 years, I've studied relationships, from a spiritual lens, and as a Christian marriage counselor, I focus on helping couples improve communication, from a Gospel-centered focus. Using evidence-based research and faith-based principles, I address mental health issues and imperfections. I empower individuals and couples to restore and enrich their relationships, navigate challenges, and achieve their God-given potential.
In addition to my Christian faith, I have been heavily influenced by Viktor Frankl’s " Man’s Search for Meaning," Irvin Yalom’s "The Gift of Therapy," and Marcus Aurelius’ "Meditations.
One of the focuses of my career is to find the points of overlap between the Christian faith and sound counseling practices. This integrated perspective informs all of my professional endeavors. As your counselor, I will use a mind-body-spirit approach to tailor treatment to your individual needs. In each session, my goal is to help you discover and develop new insights and skills to navigate through the often-turbulent waters of life. I aim to help you get results and find solutions, so the amount of time that you may need or want to see me will vary depending on your circumstances.
In addition to my Christian faith, I have been heavily influenced by Viktor Frankl’s " Man’s Search for Meaning," Irvin Yalom’s "The Gift of Therapy," and Marcus Aurelius’ "Meditations.
One of the focuses of my career is to find the points of overlap between the Christian faith and sound counseling practices. This integrated perspective informs all of my professional endeavors. As your counselor, I will use a mind-body-spirit approach to tailor treatment to your individual needs. In each session, my goal is to help you discover and develop new insights and skills to navigate through the often-turbulent waters of life. I aim to help you get results and find solutions, so the amount of time that you may need or want to see me will vary depending on your circumstances.
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Jacob Kozecke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWA
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Mount Pleasant, NC 28124
My goal is to support you as parents and couples as you navigate communication challenges, separations, and marital issues. My parenting services include helping you resolve parent-child conflicts, behavior problems with children and teenagers, and other issues related to parenting. In addition, I can help you if you suffer from anxiety, clinical depression, grief, complex grief response, adjustment disorders, and core trauma issues.
My goal is to support you as parents and couples as you navigate communication challenges, separations, and marital issues. My parenting services include helping you resolve parent-child conflicts, behavior problems with children and teenagers, and other issues related to parenting. In addition, I can help you if you suffer from anxiety, clinical depression, grief, complex grief response, adjustment disorders, and core trauma issues.
Richard McDonald
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LCMHC, LCAS, CDBT
Verified Verified
Salisbury, NC 28144
I have thirty eight (38) years in the human service field which includes: providing services to veterans; at-risk youth; senior citizens; ex-convicts and; individuals that are challenged with substance use and mental health challenges. I am Licensed in North Carolina as a Clinical Addiction Specialist Associate, and as a Clinical Mental Health Counselor. I serve children that have trauma, ADHD and behavioral concerns. I also work with adults that have experienced trauma, depression and anxiety. My main goal is to teach my clients to use appropriate coping skills to recover and to lead a less impaired and more functional life.
I have thirty eight (38) years in the human service field which includes: providing services to veterans; at-risk youth; senior citizens; ex-convicts and; individuals that are challenged with substance use and mental health challenges. I am Licensed in North Carolina as a Clinical Addiction Specialist Associate, and as a Clinical Mental Health Counselor. I serve children that have trauma, ADHD and behavioral concerns. I also work with adults that have experienced trauma, depression and anxiety. My main goal is to teach my clients to use appropriate coping skills to recover and to lead a less impaired and more functional life.
Wellness and empowerment are two (of many) words I root my work with clients, as I have seen how they can further clients progress towards their goals. I see you as your own agent for change and I also strive to assist in their ability to further your understanding of self. You may hear me quickly speak to topics of internal dialogue, self-care, and stress management, as we assess wellness through a bio-psycho-social model (how biological, psychological and social aspects of our life intertwine in mental health). I also value the importance of how trauma can impact our present self, exploring it's impact on emotional regulation.
Wellness and empowerment are two (of many) words I root my work with clients, as I have seen how they can further clients progress towards their goals. I see you as your own agent for change and I also strive to assist in their ability to further your understanding of self. You may hear me quickly speak to topics of internal dialogue, self-care, and stress management, as we assess wellness through a bio-psycho-social model (how biological, psychological and social aspects of our life intertwine in mental health). I also value the importance of how trauma can impact our present self, exploring it's impact on emotional regulation.
Christopher West
Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Mint Hill, NC 28227
Waitlist for new clients
Life can be stressful. The demands we, as well as others, place upon us can steal our peace and happiness and leave us feeling overwhelmed. Often, we struggle to achieve some sense of balance while simultaneously feeling confused and discouraged. Anxiety, depression and trauma can affect every aspect of our lives – relationships, family life, work, schooling, even self-care and physical well-being. Therapy offers a time away from daily life and provides a comfortable place to reflect and regain a healthy perspective for living life fully.
Life can be stressful. The demands we, as well as others, place upon us can steal our peace and happiness and leave us feeling overwhelmed. Often, we struggle to achieve some sense of balance while simultaneously feeling confused and discouraged. Anxiety, depression and trauma can affect every aspect of our lives – relationships, family life, work, schooling, even self-care and physical well-being. Therapy offers a time away from daily life and provides a comfortable place to reflect and regain a healthy perspective for living life fully.
Clay Parker
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, LCASA, NCC, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kannapolis, NC 28081
My name is Clay Parker. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist Associate , National Certified Counselor with a long history of working in the mental health field in various capacities. I have experience with adults, children, couple and family therapy. In my work, the focus often times involves exploring healthier ways to address any concerns that are creating challenges. I like to be creative with the counseling techniques that I employ in order to help people address their problems in a non-threatening and fun way.
My name is Clay Parker. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist Associate , National Certified Counselor with a long history of working in the mental health field in various capacities. I have experience with adults, children, couple and family therapy. In my work, the focus often times involves exploring healthier ways to address any concerns that are creating challenges. I like to be creative with the counseling techniques that I employ in order to help people address their problems in a non-threatening and fun way.
Ben Foodman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CMPC, CSCS, TSAC-F
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28277
Ben Foodman's training includes having a background as a licensed psychotherapist with advanced training in sport psychology & motor behavior, Brainspotting, biofeedback and neurofeedback. He has helped athletes at all levels with sports mental blocks, PTSD, ADD / ADHD, non-sport related trauma, anxiety, depression, and transition from sport injuries. He is also able to provide alternative interventions for clients looking to alleviate their mental health symptoms such as the Yips. He has worked with a wide variety of professional, Olympic, collegiate & high school athletes as well as musicians and tactical athletes.
Ben Foodman's training includes having a background as a licensed psychotherapist with advanced training in sport psychology & motor behavior, Brainspotting, biofeedback and neurofeedback. He has helped athletes at all levels with sports mental blocks, PTSD, ADD / ADHD, non-sport related trauma, anxiety, depression, and transition from sport injuries. He is also able to provide alternative interventions for clients looking to alleviate their mental health symptoms such as the Yips. He has worked with a wide variety of professional, Olympic, collegiate & high school athletes as well as musicians and tactical athletes.
Joshua Martin Hillie
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW-CP, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Online Only
I am a solutions focused therapist that specializes in working with men. You are meant to live a rich and meaningful life. A life with purpose, meaning, and direction. With kindness, curiosity, and compassion I will be that ally to help you move towards what is important to you. I seek to help you live out your greatest potential, and help you accept your whole self. In this journey we will explore your fear, grief, anger, wonder, joy, and happiness. Let’s not just settle for functioning in this one precious life you have…let’s seek to thrive in it. ACT, MBCT, and MI, are my primary therapeutic approaches.
I am a solutions focused therapist that specializes in working with men. You are meant to live a rich and meaningful life. A life with purpose, meaning, and direction. With kindness, curiosity, and compassion I will be that ally to help you move towards what is important to you. I seek to help you live out your greatest potential, and help you accept your whole self. In this journey we will explore your fear, grief, anger, wonder, joy, and happiness. Let’s not just settle for functioning in this one precious life you have…let’s seek to thrive in it. ACT, MBCT, and MI, are my primary therapeutic approaches.
Dr. Jonathan Patrick Behler
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MDiv, LCMHC, PhD
Verified Verified
Online Only
In life, you seek out the ability to have peace, harmony, a fulfilling career, and a happy family. However, sometimes these things do not happen, or things go astray. Life happens, tragedy comes about, or situations arise to make you feel unhinged Sometimes, you just need someone with whom you can unload. Someone who will walk you through solutions to the problems at hand. I would like to be that person for you.
In life, you seek out the ability to have peace, harmony, a fulfilling career, and a happy family. However, sometimes these things do not happen, or things go astray. Life happens, tragedy comes about, or situations arise to make you feel unhinged Sometimes, you just need someone with whom you can unload. Someone who will walk you through solutions to the problems at hand. I would like to be that person for you.
Justin P Webb
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, MA, LCMHCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
If you're someone who's motivated to grow and ready to face the challenges in your life, I can help you. Together, we’ll work on understanding yourself better, developing strong judgment, and living more in line with your values. I use specific approaches to help you gain clarity, build self-awareness, and practice mindfulness. We’ll explore your deeper emotions, understand your attachment patterns, and focus on creating secure, trusting relationships. In the end, you’ll feel more connected, confident, and at peace with the choices you make.
If you're someone who's motivated to grow and ready to face the challenges in your life, I can help you. Together, we’ll work on understanding yourself better, developing strong judgment, and living more in line with your values. I use specific approaches to help you gain clarity, build self-awareness, and practice mindfulness. We’ll explore your deeper emotions, understand your attachment patterns, and focus on creating secure, trusting relationships. In the end, you’ll feel more connected, confident, and at peace with the choices you make.
Beighley Thornock
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSWA
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28262
Waitlist for new clients
I enjoy working with teens and adults, helping them manage the various stressors and anxieties in their lives. I also help couples and families navigate issues they may be experiencing together. I believe that through working together, we will be able to help you achieve your goals and work through the difficulties that come in your life. Always recognizing that clients are the expert of their own life experience, I strive to create a safe and supportive environment for all my clients to promote self-exploration and healing, help them grow, and empower them on their life's journey.
I enjoy working with teens and adults, helping them manage the various stressors and anxieties in their lives. I also help couples and families navigate issues they may be experiencing together. I believe that through working together, we will be able to help you achieve your goals and work through the difficulties that come in your life. Always recognizing that clients are the expert of their own life experience, I strive to create a safe and supportive environment for all my clients to promote self-exploration and healing, help them grow, and empower them on their life's journey.
I am a warm and empathetic psychotherapist who takes a humanistic approach. My goal is to provide curious inquiry through a non-pathologizing lens filled with compassion and care. I view therapy as a heart-centered, shared journey focused on healing and wellness.
I am a warm and empathetic psychotherapist who takes a humanistic approach. My goal is to provide curious inquiry through a non-pathologizing lens filled with compassion and care. I view therapy as a heart-centered, shared journey focused on healing and wellness.
Trevor Thompson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC, LCAS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28201
My ideal client is someone facing challenges like substance use, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, or schizophrenia. They may have been battling these issues for a long time and have struggled to find the right support. They are seeking a compassionate, non-judgmental space where they can explore their difficulties and work towards meaningful, lasting change. Their goal is to regain control of their life, improve emotional well-being, and build healthier coping strategies to overcome these longstanding challenges.
My ideal client is someone facing challenges like substance use, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, or schizophrenia. They may have been battling these issues for a long time and have struggled to find the right support. They are seeking a compassionate, non-judgmental space where they can explore their difficulties and work towards meaningful, lasting change. Their goal is to regain control of their life, improve emotional well-being, and build healthier coping strategies to overcome these longstanding challenges.
I work with adults struggling with relationship issues, addiction, depression, anxiety, and PTSD. Many of my clients are high performers who have become successful despite a difficult childhood. If you are curious how therapy can help you reduce your suffering, improve your relationships, and help you heal from past traumas, I encourage you to reach out for a free consultation. I use elements of EMDR therapy in my approach. I am kink allied and sex positive. I invite you to come as you are. I will respect, support, and encourage you during our time in therapy.
I work with adults struggling with relationship issues, addiction, depression, anxiety, and PTSD. Many of my clients are high performers who have become successful despite a difficult childhood. If you are curious how therapy can help you reduce your suffering, improve your relationships, and help you heal from past traumas, I encourage you to reach out for a free consultation. I use elements of EMDR therapy in my approach. I am kink allied and sex positive. I invite you to come as you are. I will respect, support, and encourage you during our time in therapy.
Now accepting new patients in 2024. Sometimes, life does not go how we thought it would. Our relationships/marriages become broken, our children experience pain, our family is in conflict, we develop internal conflict, and we feel lost, empty, anxious, depressed, and overwhelmed. Reading books, seeking help online, and talking to friends, ministers, or coworkers do not seem to provide lasting results. I want to help you get lasting results. Contact me by email or confidentiality request an appointment anytime, 24/7, on my website. I look forward to hearing from you.
Now accepting new patients in 2024. Sometimes, life does not go how we thought it would. Our relationships/marriages become broken, our children experience pain, our family is in conflict, we develop internal conflict, and we feel lost, empty, anxious, depressed, and overwhelmed. Reading books, seeking help online, and talking to friends, ministers, or coworkers do not seem to provide lasting results. I want to help you get lasting results. Contact me by email or confidentiality request an appointment anytime, 24/7, on my website. I look forward to hearing from you.
Andrew N Burdette
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28202
Most of my clients are stressed and often feel overwhelmed by life and the circumstances they find themselves in. Some are feeling stuck and stagnating while others feel like changes are happening quicker than they can keep up with. Relationships, jobs, or family are often at the center of why they may feel anxious or depressed. Regardless of why, you are here, reading my profile, and likely ready for a change. Many of my clients feel this way when they reach out. Most of my clients are aged mid-20s through their 50s and are seeking to cope with relationships, careers, alcohol or substance use, or other stressors of being an adult.
Most of my clients are stressed and often feel overwhelmed by life and the circumstances they find themselves in. Some are feeling stuck and stagnating while others feel like changes are happening quicker than they can keep up with. Relationships, jobs, or family are often at the center of why they may feel anxious or depressed. Regardless of why, you are here, reading my profile, and likely ready for a change. Many of my clients feel this way when they reach out. Most of my clients are aged mid-20s through their 50s and are seeking to cope with relationships, careers, alcohol or substance use, or other stressors of being an adult.
Dillon Espinosa
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28210
I work with individuals who are struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, burnout, relationship issues, LGBT+ issues, or individuals trying to get out of a rut because they're tired of feeling stuck. Every client is unique and there isn't a one-size-fits-all approach to therapy, but if you enjoy working toward positive behavior change, I think we'd be a good fit. I allow each client the space for us to process and explore issues together while also providing guidance and direction (most of my clients say it's a healthy mix of both).
I work with individuals who are struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, burnout, relationship issues, LGBT+ issues, or individuals trying to get out of a rut because they're tired of feeling stuck. Every client is unique and there isn't a one-size-fits-all approach to therapy, but if you enjoy working toward positive behavior change, I think we'd be a good fit. I allow each client the space for us to process and explore issues together while also providing guidance and direction (most of my clients say it's a healthy mix of both).
Todd Matson
Marriage & Family Therapist, DMin, MDiv, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Monroe, NC 28112
I also work extensively with men who are wanting to achieve greater health, wholeness, and balance as providers, husbands, and fathers.
At Sanctuary Counseling Group, we believe in creating therapeutic relationships with our clients that promote the healing of heart, mind, and soul. What is most important to me is that those who come to me for treatment can feel safe, build trust to be who they are, and can focus on making themselves, their relationships, their marriage and family life better. It is always important to me to simply meet and accept people where they are and to partner with them on a journey to where they hope to be. Those who come for treatment deserve to feel understood, respected, and cared for along the way.
I also work extensively with men who are wanting to achieve greater health, wholeness, and balance as providers, husbands, and fathers.
At Sanctuary Counseling Group, we believe in creating therapeutic relationships with our clients that promote the healing of heart, mind, and soul. What is most important to me is that those who come to me for treatment can feel safe, build trust to be who they are, and can focus on making themselves, their relationships, their marriage and family life better. It is always important to me to simply meet and accept people where they are and to partner with them on a journey to where they hope to be. Those who come for treatment deserve to feel understood, respected, and cared for along the way.
Dentavius Lamarn Barber
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA , LCMHC-S, LCAS, NCC, CCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28273
Dentavius is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor-Supervisor and Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist in the state of North Carolina, in addition to a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Georgia and South Carolina. Dentavius hold certifications as a National Board Certified Counselor, Certified Clinical Supervisor with the North Carolina Addictions Specialist Professional Practice Board, International Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor with the International Certification & Reciprocity Consortium, and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional with International Association of Trauma Professionals.
Dentavius is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor-Supervisor and Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist in the state of North Carolina, in addition to a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Georgia and South Carolina. Dentavius hold certifications as a National Board Certified Counselor, Certified Clinical Supervisor with the North Carolina Addictions Specialist Professional Practice Board, International Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor with the International Certification & Reciprocity Consortium, and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional with International Association of Trauma Professionals.
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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. 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.