Men's Issues Therapists in Brooklyn, NY
I offer a warm, compassionate, and strengths-based space where clients are met with acceptance and care. I see therapy as a place to slow down, reflect, and explore experiences with openness and intention. I approach my work with curiosity and respect for each client’s story, supporting them in deepening connection to identity, reclaiming personal agency, and moving toward a more empowered and authentic way of living.
I offer a warm, compassionate, and strengths-based space where clients are met with acceptance and care. I see therapy as a place to slow down, reflect, and explore experiences with openness and intention. I approach my work with curiosity and respect for each client’s story, supporting them in deepening connection to identity, reclaiming personal agency, and moving toward a more empowered and authentic way of living.
My speciality also includes issues related to cultural diversity (e.g., LGBTQIA+, AAPI mental health, immigration, men's issues).
As a licensed psychologist in NY and NJ, I offer remote individual psychotherapy to adults (Mon-Thurs: 9am-5pm). My approach is collaborative and you are an active partner in designing your personal goals. I individualize treatment based on your presenting concerns/needs, as well as your unique background and history. Based on my training and experience in a variety of treatment modalities, including CBT, DBT, and Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, I use an integrative approach to help you reach your personal goals, which may involve learning skills to manage life’s difficulties and developing greater understanding of yourself.
My speciality also includes issues related to cultural diversity (e.g., LGBTQIA+, AAPI mental health, immigration, men's issues).
As a licensed psychologist in NY and NJ, I offer remote individual psychotherapy to adults (Mon-Thurs: 9am-5pm). My approach is collaborative and you are an active partner in designing your personal goals. I individualize treatment based on your presenting concerns/needs, as well as your unique background and history. Based on my training and experience in a variety of treatment modalities, including CBT, DBT, and Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, I use an integrative approach to help you reach your personal goals, which may involve learning skills to manage life’s difficulties and developing greater understanding of yourself.
I work with high performing men who are used to handling pressure but starting to slip behind the scenes. A lot of the men I work with are not used to asking for help. They are used to figuring things out on their own, until the usual ways of coping stop working. This shows up as increased stress, drinking too much, doom scrolling, or conflict at home. They might appear professional and capable, but internally there is frustration, distance, or a loss of control. I help clients understand what is driving these patterns and build better ways to manage stress, relationships, and day-to-day pressure.
I work with high performing men who are used to handling pressure but starting to slip behind the scenes. A lot of the men I work with are not used to asking for help. They are used to figuring things out on their own, until the usual ways of coping stop working. This shows up as increased stress, drinking too much, doom scrolling, or conflict at home. They might appear professional and capable, but internally there is frustration, distance, or a loss of control. I help clients understand what is driving these patterns and build better ways to manage stress, relationships, and day-to-day pressure.
Dr. Jamel Burroughs is a clinical psychologist and social worker with 25 years of experience specializing in men's mental health, retirement, and life transitions.
Dr. Jamel Burroughs is a clinical psychologist and social worker with 25 years of experience specializing in men's mental health, retirement, and life transitions.
I am a psychotherapist originally from London, England specializing in working with adults and young people aged 12 and up, with a current focus on men and young men. My approach is thoughtful and collaborative, often exploring unresolved past issues that contribute to present difficulties. My clients may be experiencing relationship challenges, anger, anxiety, or general feelings of discomfort, or may be seeking professional help for reasons they can't articulate. My goal is to help people identify what is causing them to struggle, so that it can be addressed and that they (and others around them) can live a better life.
I am a psychotherapist originally from London, England specializing in working with adults and young people aged 12 and up, with a current focus on men and young men. My approach is thoughtful and collaborative, often exploring unresolved past issues that contribute to present difficulties. My clients may be experiencing relationship challenges, anger, anxiety, or general feelings of discomfort, or may be seeking professional help for reasons they can't articulate. My goal is to help people identify what is causing them to struggle, so that it can be addressed and that they (and others around them) can live a better life.
NuSeasons Marriage and Family Therapy, PC
Marriage & Family Therapist, DMH, LMFT, ICADC, CASAC-2
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
James is a St. Joseph's University graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Community Health and Human Services, majoring in Counseling and Alcoholism and Addiction Counseling; Mercy University, Master of Science in Psychology, Master of Science from Iona University, Marriage and Family Therapy, and a Doctorate in Medical Health and Humanities, Drew University. I am an Intl. Certified Alcoholism and Drug Counselor (ICADC) and Credential Alcoholism Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC-2) from the New York State Office of Alcohol and Substance Abuse Services; Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Individual and couples Psychotherapist.
James is a St. Joseph's University graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Community Health and Human Services, majoring in Counseling and Alcoholism and Addiction Counseling; Mercy University, Master of Science in Psychology, Master of Science from Iona University, Marriage and Family Therapy, and a Doctorate in Medical Health and Humanities, Drew University. I am an Intl. Certified Alcoholism and Drug Counselor (ICADC) and Credential Alcoholism Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC-2) from the New York State Office of Alcohol and Substance Abuse Services; Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Individual and couples Psychotherapist.
I am a therapist who got into this field to help individuals. families, and groups identify the issues that impair their functioning. I believe that everyone is looking for someone to not only hear them but show them that they are heard and seen. We are all looking to be heard but we also need to be felt. I know that is one of my skill sets.
I am a therapist who got into this field to help individuals. families, and groups identify the issues that impair their functioning. I believe that everyone is looking for someone to not only hear them but show them that they are heard and seen. We are all looking to be heard but we also need to be felt. I know that is one of my skill sets.
I work with people who feel stuck, lost, or like "the same thing keeps happening" in their lives and relationships. Together, we'll untangle patterns, histories, and dynamics that may be contributing to these difficulties, and find more freedom, depth, and powerful engagement with life. I have particular experience in working with men who are looking to explore issues of self-esteem and intimacy.
I have a warm and direct style that will allow you to look with curiosity at yourself and the ways you move through this world—and the support to change what is no longer working for you.
I work with people who feel stuck, lost, or like "the same thing keeps happening" in their lives and relationships. Together, we'll untangle patterns, histories, and dynamics that may be contributing to these difficulties, and find more freedom, depth, and powerful engagement with life. I have particular experience in working with men who are looking to explore issues of self-esteem and intimacy.
I have a warm and direct style that will allow you to look with curiosity at yourself and the ways you move through this world—and the support to change what is no longer working for you.
Other common areas related to my focus revolve around men's issues in life, relationships, and work.
Porn addiction can quietly erode trust in a relationship, leaving one partner feeling hurt and inadequate while the other feels caught in a cycle of guilt, secrecy, and broken promises despite all their willpower. Over time, this often leads to growing disconnection or even a sense of betrayal. If this is your reality, you are not alone. What often begins as normal screen use or social media can progress into porn sites, cam sites, or OnlyFans and become a pattern that is difficult to control, even for men disciplined in every other area of life.
Other common areas related to my focus revolve around men's issues in life, relationships, and work.
Porn addiction can quietly erode trust in a relationship, leaving one partner feeling hurt and inadequate while the other feels caught in a cycle of guilt, secrecy, and broken promises despite all their willpower. Over time, this often leads to growing disconnection or even a sense of betrayal. If this is your reality, you are not alone. What often begins as normal screen use or social media can progress into porn sites, cam sites, or OnlyFans and become a pattern that is difficult to control, even for men disciplined in every other area of life.
My clients are men, couples, and individuals who often come to therapy feeling stuck in relationship patterns they can't quite understand, disconnected from the life they want, or navigating a significant life transition. For couples, I work with partners who want to improve their communication, deepen their connection, and build a more fulfilling relationship together. I work with all my clients to explore the histories, experiences, and beliefs shaping how they move through the world, strengthening their relationship with themselves as a way of deepening intimacy and connection throughout their lives.
My clients are men, couples, and individuals who often come to therapy feeling stuck in relationship patterns they can't quite understand, disconnected from the life they want, or navigating a significant life transition. For couples, I work with partners who want to improve their communication, deepen their connection, and build a more fulfilling relationship together. I work with all my clients to explore the histories, experiences, and beliefs shaping how they move through the world, strengthening their relationship with themselves as a way of deepening intimacy and connection throughout their lives.
Many of my clients feel stuck in patterns that keep repeating. These patterns may look like conflict in relationships, screen usage to avoid feelings, or strong reactions that feel hard to control. Often they are trying to make sense of their feelings while also wanting concrete ways to handle everyday situations differently. I work especially well with couples, men, and emerging adults facing challenges in relationships, work, or major life transitions.
Many of my clients feel stuck in patterns that keep repeating. These patterns may look like conflict in relationships, screen usage to avoid feelings, or strong reactions that feel hard to control. Often they are trying to make sense of their feelings while also wanting concrete ways to handle everyday situations differently. I work especially well with couples, men, and emerging adults facing challenges in relationships, work, or major life transitions.
For Aviation, Veteran & High-Performance Professionals:Stress, Upset, performance degradation. When your body, mind, emotion are misaligned- your internal systems- even small shifts feel turbulent. You don’t need someone to fly you out of it. You need a copilot: someone who helps observe and identify what's happening and support in steadying your system so you can function with clarity, presence, and purpose.
I help professionals, veterans, high-performers, and aviation specialists feel more grounded, centered, and in control.
Clients state they feel calmer in their bodies, think more clearly, and optimize their confidence.
For Aviation, Veteran & High-Performance Professionals:Stress, Upset, performance degradation. When your body, mind, emotion are misaligned- your internal systems- even small shifts feel turbulent. You don’t need someone to fly you out of it. You need a copilot: someone who helps observe and identify what's happening and support in steadying your system so you can function with clarity, presence, and purpose.
I help professionals, veterans, high-performers, and aviation specialists feel more grounded, centered, and in control.
Clients state they feel calmer in their bodies, think more clearly, and optimize their confidence.
People seek therapy when they are feeling overwhelmed and when their usual coping skills aren't working. Maybe you're feeling stuck in your work life or relationships, or struggling to find a sense of well being. These difficulties can lead to symptoms of depression, anxiety and addictions, to name a few. I envision therapy as a space where two people can focus together on whatever is causing you pain. I believe this process can lead to greater self-awareness, effectiveness, and personal freedom, as your choices become more conscious and your sense of self deepens.
People seek therapy when they are feeling overwhelmed and when their usual coping skills aren't working. Maybe you're feeling stuck in your work life or relationships, or struggling to find a sense of well being. These difficulties can lead to symptoms of depression, anxiety and addictions, to name a few. I envision therapy as a space where two people can focus together on whatever is causing you pain. I believe this process can lead to greater self-awareness, effectiveness, and personal freedom, as your choices become more conscious and your sense of self deepens.
I help men and couples get unstuck in their relationships. As a man you may be struggling to feel and communicate your emotions, while simultaneously living with a great deal of stress. You may avoid conflict in order to not rock the boat. Self-doubt and an inner critic keep you feeling like you don't know where you're going (personally and professionally) and like you're never enough, leading to burnout. You want to feel confident, connected, have clear purpose, and to relish that thing they call joy. If you're a couple, we will work towards similar feelings of secure functioning. I want you two to feel safe, light, and powerful.
I help men and couples get unstuck in their relationships. As a man you may be struggling to feel and communicate your emotions, while simultaneously living with a great deal of stress. You may avoid conflict in order to not rock the boat. Self-doubt and an inner critic keep you feeling like you don't know where you're going (personally and professionally) and like you're never enough, leading to burnout. You want to feel confident, connected, have clear purpose, and to relish that thing they call joy. If you're a couple, we will work towards similar feelings of secure functioning. I want you two to feel safe, light, and powerful.
Hey :) Look, finding a good therapist is extremely hard, especially when it seems like all profiles say the same thing in a slightly different way. Believe me, I HAVE browsed. If you want someone warm, direct, non-stuffy, relatable, witty, and yet knows what they're doing, please reach out to me. I thrive on working with hyper doers, overthinkers, creatives, misfits, entrepreneurs, and smarty pants'ers. People who are ready to give a rear view window middle finger to their struggles. I use a lot of insight, metaphor, humor, wit, colloquialisms, and directness, so if that sounds good, I might be the right therapist for you.
Hey :) Look, finding a good therapist is extremely hard, especially when it seems like all profiles say the same thing in a slightly different way. Believe me, I HAVE browsed. If you want someone warm, direct, non-stuffy, relatable, witty, and yet knows what they're doing, please reach out to me. I thrive on working with hyper doers, overthinkers, creatives, misfits, entrepreneurs, and smarty pants'ers. People who are ready to give a rear view window middle finger to their struggles. I use a lot of insight, metaphor, humor, wit, colloquialisms, and directness, so if that sounds good, I might be the right therapist for you.
I take an eclectic approach to treatment, focusing on an individuals needs. I have worked in the field for 26 years and have experience working with depression, anxiety, trauma, marriage and family issues, relationship issues, sexual identity issues, foster care, HIV/AIDS, 911 related trauma, etc. Please contact me for more information or an initial consultation.
I take an eclectic approach to treatment, focusing on an individuals needs. I have worked in the field for 26 years and have experience working with depression, anxiety, trauma, marriage and family issues, relationship issues, sexual identity issues, foster care, HIV/AIDS, 911 related trauma, etc. Please contact me for more information or an initial consultation.
The seclusion of our inner world, without the hope of ever being known, can be painful. When we are unable to fully connect with or share our deepest thoughts and innermost feelings our relationships become hollow and our life-force depleted. Therapy is a unique opportunity to explore and to share these hidden and silenced parts of yourself with another. Taking this step is testament to the part of you that longs for liberation. Whether you arrive here from a place of deep desire or at a point of crisis this is a journey of discovery that promises to be transformative.
The seclusion of our inner world, without the hope of ever being known, can be painful. When we are unable to fully connect with or share our deepest thoughts and innermost feelings our relationships become hollow and our life-force depleted. Therapy is a unique opportunity to explore and to share these hidden and silenced parts of yourself with another. Taking this step is testament to the part of you that longs for liberation. Whether you arrive here from a place of deep desire or at a point of crisis this is a journey of discovery that promises to be transformative.
Compassion, curiosity, and authenticity guide my approach to therapy. I want to get to know you as an individual and support you in creating a life that feels personally meaningful. I work with people experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, life transitions, and more.
Compassion, curiosity, and authenticity guide my approach to therapy. I want to get to know you as an individual and support you in creating a life that feels personally meaningful. I work with people experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, life transitions, and more.
Have courage! It is a difficult decision to attend therapy. I hope to make it as easy as possible for you. Hopefully, sufficient trust will be build up where you will feel safe and secure as you explore the issues that are causing you concern. I value and trust the healing power within you. I understand how painful it is to feel lonely, isolated, depressed, anxious, angry, helpless, and hopeless. You are not alone. I will be there to support you to enhance your mental well-being and learn better coping skills.
Have courage! It is a difficult decision to attend therapy. I hope to make it as easy as possible for you. Hopefully, sufficient trust will be build up where you will feel safe and secure as you explore the issues that are causing you concern. I value and trust the healing power within you. I understand how painful it is to feel lonely, isolated, depressed, anxious, angry, helpless, and hopeless. You are not alone. I will be there to support you to enhance your mental well-being and learn better coping skills.
Do you feel lost and struggling to find a sense of direction in life? Are you in addiction recovery and need help to stay on track? Have your relationships been suffering and lacking the connection that you want? Any of these issues can be difficult to navigate especially without someone in your corner. Together we can work with whatever challenges you are facing and find grace, healing, and resolve.
Do you feel lost and struggling to find a sense of direction in life? Are you in addiction recovery and need help to stay on track? Have your relationships been suffering and lacking the connection that you want? Any of these issues can be difficult to navigate especially without someone in your corner. Together we can work with whatever challenges you are facing and find grace, healing, and resolve.
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Men's Issues Therapists
Is therapy for men different than it is for women?
Therapeutic treatments and types are the same for men as they are for women, with the same protocols followed and the same strategies employed. Discussing one’s feelings and emotions is an integral part of most therapies, and some men find doing so more challenging. Therapists can help clients through the process; some specialize in treating men for this reason.
How do you encourage a man to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express your concern and love for the person while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Offering specific examples of how an individual’s behavior affected either himself or others should be done with compassion and with empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.
How can men prepare for therapy?
Men can prepare for therapy by approaching the process with an open mind, being willing to talk about their challenges, and giving treatment the time to work. Before a session, an individual may want to reflect on how they’ve felt since the last session and what’s happened in their lives. It can be useful for men who struggle to recall their emotional states to write down notes between sessions about their response to a given event or how they were feeling at a particular time.
What should men know about the process of therapy?
One of the most common reasons men don’t seek therapy is the notion that there’s something wrong with them if they do. Men should know that just because they’re seeking therapy doesn’t mean they’re mentally ill or damaged in some way. In the same way people work on their bodies through exercise or a craft through practice, therapy can be a way to improve the mental and emotional skills needed to be productive and effective partners, employees, and people in all realms of life.