Male Therapists in Salisbury, NC

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Richard McDonald
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LCMHC, LCAS, CDBT, TFCBT
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.
(704) 368-4465 View (704) 368-4465
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Vincent L Pastore
Psychologist, PhD
Salisbury, NC 28144
As a therapist with thirty years of experience in the field I bring a variety of treatment knowledge to my clients. I have been successful in working with children and adults, especially those working on issues of depression, anxiety and grief. I provide a personal and relaxing atmosphere, accepting of where you are as a person right now. If you choose to work with me you will learn to discover, accept, and integrate all of who you are in your quest for growth and change in your life.
As a therapist with thirty years of experience in the field I bring a variety of treatment knowledge to my clients. I have been successful in working with children and adults, especially those working on issues of depression, anxiety and grief. I provide a personal and relaxing atmosphere, accepting of where you are as a person right now. If you choose to work with me you will learn to discover, accept, and integrate all of who you are in your quest for growth and change in your life.
(980) 326-4870 View (980) 326-4870
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M. Keith Hart
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Online Only
I am a seasoned NC Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years experience in the field. I earned a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree from the University of South Carolina, laying the foundation for my successful career. I have dedicated myself to serving both adults, youth, and military personnel in the community. I am affiliated with the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc.
I am a seasoned NC Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years experience in the field. I earned a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree from the University of South Carolina, laying the foundation for my successful career. I have dedicated myself to serving both adults, youth, and military personnel in the community. I am affiliated with the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc.
(704) 901-8572 View (704) 901-8572
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Chase Taylor
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, LCMHC-A
Salisbury, NC 28144
Supervised by Ilse Sucely de Leon MABC, LCMHC-NC/QS, LPC-TX Each of us faces unique challenges over the course of our lives. Chase, having lived with the impacts of a physical disability, knows this from personal experience. He has always wanted to help others with their own struggles in life. Chase has recently graduated with a Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Catawba College.
Supervised by Ilse Sucely de Leon MABC, LCMHC-NC/QS, LPC-TX Each of us faces unique challenges over the course of our lives. Chase, having lived with the impacts of a physical disability, knows this from personal experience. He has always wanted to help others with their own struggles in life. Chase has recently graduated with a Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Catawba College.
(704) 252-5051 View (704) 252-5051
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Robert M Cox
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LCMHC, LCAS, CCS, CCMHC
1 Endorsed
Salisbury, NC 28144
Life can be tough, leaving us feeling helpless and tired. You don't have to be alone during those times. When you're struggling with grief, pain, anxiety, or depression from the effects of traumatic experiences, discrimination, toxic environments, or substance use (yours or another's), reach out to Cox Family Wellness. We will support your strength and resilience, help you problem-solve, and, most of all, help you live into a new future. We are trauma-informed and certified in Autism treatment.
Life can be tough, leaving us feeling helpless and tired. You don't have to be alone during those times. When you're struggling with grief, pain, anxiety, or depression from the effects of traumatic experiences, discrimination, toxic environments, or substance use (yours or another's), reach out to Cox Family Wellness. We will support your strength and resilience, help you problem-solve, and, most of all, help you live into a new future. We are trauma-informed and certified in Autism treatment.
(704) 529-9160 View (704) 529-9160
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Dr. Ellis Ray Butler
Counselor, PhD, LCMHC, LCASA, TF-CBT
Salisbury, NC 28144
I counsel an array of emotional and behavioral aspects including ADHD/ADD, depression, personality disorders autism spectrum disorder, anxiety, anger management, juvenile crime prevention, men's issues, spirituality conflicts marriage therapy and substance abuse. I believe that people can change and grow throughout their lifespan identifying life challenges and making positive cognitive choices. Counseling can facilitate self-understanding as well as understanding of others. My clients range from adults and older adolescents dealing with individual life challenges, to couples dealing with relationship issues.
I counsel an array of emotional and behavioral aspects including ADHD/ADD, depression, personality disorders autism spectrum disorder, anxiety, anger management, juvenile crime prevention, men's issues, spirituality conflicts marriage therapy and substance abuse. I believe that people can change and grow throughout their lifespan identifying life challenges and making positive cognitive choices. Counseling can facilitate self-understanding as well as understanding of others. My clients range from adults and older adolescents dealing with individual life challenges, to couples dealing with relationship issues.
(704) 272-2735 View (704) 272-2735
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Quinton Hoskie
LCSW Associate , MSW, LCSWA
Serves Area
My goal is to provide an intimate environment that is safe, supportive and confidential. I offer a wide variety of experiences working with many different life challenges. I will walk with you through your journey and work with you to restore health, hope and healing holistically.
My goal is to provide an intimate environment that is safe, supportive and confidential. I offer a wide variety of experiences working with many different life challenges. I will walk with you through your journey and work with you to restore health, hope and healing holistically.
(704) 270-5573 View (704) 270-5573
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R. Mark Adams
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Serves Area
Are you feeling like you are overwhelmed? Do you feel like there is a number of unresolved issues in your life? Do you have a history of trauma that you feel is affecting your life today? Have you noticed that you are withdrawing from others and maybe even isolating yourself? Do you lack the tools to live in society? Is there a lack of supportive people in your life? Do you have a substance issue? Are you self-medicating? Do you find that it is hard to express yourself in social settings? Has someone told you that you have "anger mgmt. issues?" Do you lack healthy coping skills and outlets? Are you constantly negative?
Are you feeling like you are overwhelmed? Do you feel like there is a number of unresolved issues in your life? Do you have a history of trauma that you feel is affecting your life today? Have you noticed that you are withdrawing from others and maybe even isolating yourself? Do you lack the tools to live in society? Is there a lack of supportive people in your life? Do you have a substance issue? Are you self-medicating? Do you find that it is hard to express yourself in social settings? Has someone told you that you have "anger mgmt. issues?" Do you lack healthy coping skills and outlets? Are you constantly negative?
(336) 489-4791 View (336) 489-4791
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William (Stacey) Steck
Marriage & Family Therapist, MDiv, MA
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
We may not like to admit it, but sometimes we just need help in sorting out our thoughts, feelings, relationships, and problems. Hey, if you could have "fixed" yourself on your own, you wouldn't be here looking for a therapist! With more than twenty years of experience as a pastor to complement my practice of therapy, I have seen how individuals of all ages, couples of all types, and families of all shapes and sizes both endure and solve problems, as well as how just a little effort can go a long way. The important thing for you to know is that there's nothing inherently wrong with you; you just need a little help working it out.
We may not like to admit it, but sometimes we just need help in sorting out our thoughts, feelings, relationships, and problems. Hey, if you could have "fixed" yourself on your own, you wouldn't be here looking for a therapist! With more than twenty years of experience as a pastor to complement my practice of therapy, I have seen how individuals of all ages, couples of all types, and families of all shapes and sizes both endure and solve problems, as well as how just a little effort can go a long way. The important thing for you to know is that there's nothing inherently wrong with you; you just need a little help working it out.
(704) 327-0562 View (704) 327-0562
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Mark Anthony Sturgis
Counselor, LCAS, LCMHC-A, CSAT-C, CSI
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
I do not take insurance! Direct pay only. I am a LCAS, LCMHCA, CSAT-C, CSI. I consider myself to be a seasoned professional with over 14 years of experience focusing on alcohol/drug addiction, sex/porn addiction and mental health concerns. I utilize different forms of psychotherapy for various concerns that may be hindering a person's level of functioning. Currently I only accept private pay. Advantages of private pay include: confidentiality, and avoiding diagnosis on health records. Super bills provided for reimbursement .
I do not take insurance! Direct pay only. I am a LCAS, LCMHCA, CSAT-C, CSI. I consider myself to be a seasoned professional with over 14 years of experience focusing on alcohol/drug addiction, sex/porn addiction and mental health concerns. I utilize different forms of psychotherapy for various concerns that may be hindering a person's level of functioning. Currently I only accept private pay. Advantages of private pay include: confidentiality, and avoiding diagnosis on health records. Super bills provided for reimbursement .
(980) 350-9813 View (980) 350-9813
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Edward Curlee
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCAS, CS-I
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I provide discreet professional behavioral health assessment/diagnostics, psychotherapy, individual and group counseling, and addiction-related treatments. I also offer secure video appointments if desired and if appropriate (delivered similar to FaceTime/Skype).
I provide discreet professional behavioral health assessment/diagnostics, psychotherapy, individual and group counseling, and addiction-related treatments. I also offer secure video appointments if desired and if appropriate (delivered similar to FaceTime/Skype).
(704) 769-1252 View (704) 769-1252
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Aj Lanton
LCSW Associate, MSW, LCSWA
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Life can feel overwhelming — whether you're stuck in anxious thoughts that won't quiet down or standing at a crossroads wondering "what now?" You don't have to figure it out alone. I work with teens and adults who are ready to stop just getting through the day and start actually living it. Together, we'll get to the root of what's holding you back and build a life that feels like yours. If you've been on the fence about therapy, consider this your sign.
Life can feel overwhelming — whether you're stuck in anxious thoughts that won't quiet down or standing at a crossroads wondering "what now?" You don't have to figure it out alone. I work with teens and adults who are ready to stop just getting through the day and start actually living it. Together, we'll get to the root of what's holding you back and build a life that feels like yours. If you've been on the fence about therapy, consider this your sign.
(980) 252-7736 View (980) 252-7736
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Jefferson Mccombs
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
My ideal client would be a person who is motivated for change, however one of my main specialties is the ablilty to work with unmotivated and even hostile clients who have been court ordered or adolescents who are forced to come by their parents. I can work with a client on a myriad of issues including anixiety, depression, low self-esteem, complusions and addictions.
My ideal client would be a person who is motivated for change, however one of my main specialties is the ablilty to work with unmotivated and even hostile clients who have been court ordered or adolescents who are forced to come by their parents. I can work with a client on a myriad of issues including anixiety, depression, low self-esteem, complusions and addictions.
(704) 751-4949 View (704) 751-4949
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InSight Counseling & Consultation Services
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
No question, life is hard. In fact, trouble is one of the few guarantees we have in this world. But take heart! There is help along the journey. My hope is to provide skilled, compassionate assistance to overcome the challenges in front of you. As a therapist and person of faith, I am committed to providing high-quality, person-centered services. Your goals and values provide the context for everything we do. I am committed to providing services free from judgment, stigma, and shame. And you can feel comfortable incorporating your spirituality into sessions as much as you wish.
No question, life is hard. In fact, trouble is one of the few guarantees we have in this world. But take heart! There is help along the journey. My hope is to provide skilled, compassionate assistance to overcome the challenges in front of you. As a therapist and person of faith, I am committed to providing high-quality, person-centered services. Your goals and values provide the context for everything we do. I am committed to providing services free from judgment, stigma, and shame. And you can feel comfortable incorporating your spirituality into sessions as much as you wish.
(980) 238-2704 View (980) 238-2704
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Seena Koohestani
Counselor, MA, LCMHCA
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
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.
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.
(980) 412-8660 View (980) 412-8660

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Luis F. Puertas
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC, LMHC, LPC
5 Endorsed
Mooresville, NC 28117
My ideal clients are individuals and couples ready to do real work. They often come in feeling stuck with anxiety, ADHD, trauma, or relationship conflict, wanting clarity, direction, and change. My team helps them move forward through structured, evidence-based approaches like CBT, EFT, and EMDR, focusing on emotional regulation, communication, and trauma processing so they can build stronger relationships and a more grounded, confident life.
My ideal clients are individuals and couples ready to do real work. They often come in feeling stuck with anxiety, ADHD, trauma, or relationship conflict, wanting clarity, direction, and change. My team helps them move forward through structured, evidence-based approaches like CBT, EFT, and EMDR, focusing on emotional regulation, communication, and trauma processing so they can build stronger relationships and a more grounded, confident life.
(704) 743-4940 View (704) 743-4940
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Beighley Thornock
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSWA
Charlotte, NC 28262
I enjoy working with people in their late teens (18+) through adulthood to help manage the various stressors and anxieties in their lives and address trauma they experienced. I also enjoy helping couples and families navigate issues they may be experiencing together. I believe that by working together, we will be able to help you achieve your goals and work through the difficulties that come in your life. 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, healing, growth, and empower them on their life's journey.
I enjoy working with people in their late teens (18+) through adulthood to help manage the various stressors and anxieties in their lives and address trauma they experienced. I also enjoy helping couples and families navigate issues they may be experiencing together. I believe that by working together, we will be able to help you achieve your goals and work through the difficulties that come in your life. 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, healing, growth, and empower them on their life's journey.
(704) 610-5833 View (704) 610-5833
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Prof. William Darrisaw
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor, MS, LCMHCS, NCC, BC-TMH, PASTOR
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Pastor, Licensed Professional Counselor, National Certified Counselor, Board Certified-TeleMental Health Counselor. Proven success through professional Christian based counseling in helping clients overcome issues of anger, anxiety, depression, stress management, and PTSD among others. Additionally, successful outcomes with pre-marital, marriage, and couples counseling, life coaching, and socialization skills development.
Pastor, Licensed Professional Counselor, National Certified Counselor, Board Certified-TeleMental Health Counselor. Proven success through professional Christian based counseling in helping clients overcome issues of anger, anxiety, depression, stress management, and PTSD among others. Additionally, successful outcomes with pre-marital, marriage, and couples counseling, life coaching, and socialization skills development.
(704) 751-4884 View (704) 751-4884
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Adrian White
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCAS, CCS
Charlotte, NC 28262
I help men and leaders move from internal pressure to emotional clarity. Whether you’re a professional navigating burnout, a man rebuilding after a breakup or divorce, or couples trying to restore connection/ relationships, you don’t have to face it alone. With over 15 years of experience, I specialize in helping men ages 13–65 strengthen their emotional health, rebuild trust, and lead with authenticity. My approach integrates faith, clinical strategy, and real-world insight to help you regain focus, peace, and direction.
I help men and leaders move from internal pressure to emotional clarity. Whether you’re a professional navigating burnout, a man rebuilding after a breakup or divorce, or couples trying to restore connection/ relationships, you don’t have to face it alone. With over 15 years of experience, I specialize in helping men ages 13–65 strengthen their emotional health, rebuild trust, and lead with authenticity. My approach integrates faith, clinical strategy, and real-world insight to help you regain focus, peace, and direction.
(704) 286-0688 View (704) 286-0688
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Banyan Tree Counseling & Wellness
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Serves Area
Our work is dedicated to helping ALL people develop healthy, satisfying, productive, and meaningful lives. Though it can be difficult to make the decision to begin therapy, we have found that those who have sought help and take responsibility for their emotional health and relationships have achieved remarkable results. People come to us for a variety of reasons: they may be in transition, experiencing work stress, grieving a loss, struggling with religious or family ideals which no longer suit them, a new parent experiencing anxiety. Some have begun to feel daily life is stagnant, seeking more direction and purpose in their lives.
Our work is dedicated to helping ALL people develop healthy, satisfying, productive, and meaningful lives. Though it can be difficult to make the decision to begin therapy, we have found that those who have sought help and take responsibility for their emotional health and relationships have achieved remarkable results. People come to us for a variety of reasons: they may be in transition, experiencing work stress, grieving a loss, struggling with religious or family ideals which no longer suit them, a new parent experiencing anxiety. Some have begun to feel daily life is stagnant, seeking more direction and purpose in their lives.
(336) 750-6824 View (336) 750-6824

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FAQ - Therapist Gender
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.