Male Therapists in Centerville, OH
At Polaris Counseling Group, we work with individuals who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from their sense of purpose. Many of our clients are navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD or other major life transitions—seeking clarity, healing, and direction. They’re ready to better understand themselves and build healthier patterns in their relationships, emotions, and identity.
At Polaris Counseling Group, we work with individuals who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from their sense of purpose. Many of our clients are navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD or other major life transitions—seeking clarity, healing, and direction. They’re ready to better understand themselves and build healthier patterns in their relationships, emotions, and identity.
You end up in the same situation with different people. You react before you think, shut down when you want to stay open. You manage everyone's emotions, three steps ahead, but internally barely holding it together. You believe the right things but still struggle with anxiety or self-control; wondering if your faith isn't strong enough. Attachment patterns and nervous system responses operate beneath what can you see, creating disconnection. Relationship anxiety, emotional shutdown, repeating conflicts: these are the patterns that need reconditioning. I understand what it feels like being stuck in patterns you can't interrupt.
You end up in the same situation with different people. You react before you think, shut down when you want to stay open. You manage everyone's emotions, three steps ahead, but internally barely holding it together. You believe the right things but still struggle with anxiety or self-control; wondering if your faith isn't strong enough. Attachment patterns and nervous system responses operate beneath what can you see, creating disconnection. Relationship anxiety, emotional shutdown, repeating conflicts: these are the patterns that need reconditioning. I understand what it feels like being stuck in patterns you can't interrupt.
All of us face challenges where we feel stronger when someone walks alongside us. Whether you are coming out of a difficulty, heading into one, or in the midst, I invite you to contact me so we can walk together to overcome it!
All of us face challenges where we feel stronger when someone walks alongside us. Whether you are coming out of a difficulty, heading into one, or in the midst, I invite you to contact me so we can walk together to overcome it!
I am passionate about providing a supportive, nurturing, and non-judgmental environment to hold space for clients so they can navigate life challenges. I incorporate mindfulness-based, holistic therapy and am passionate about functional, root-cause approaches.approaches. Some areas of interest include depression, anxiety, life transitions, self-esteem issues, life purpose, and relationship and marital issues.I believe that therapy is an investment in oneself, and I love seeing clients thrive and grow as they process existing struggles, heal past wounds, learn new skills, and develop their already existing strengths.
I am passionate about providing a supportive, nurturing, and non-judgmental environment to hold space for clients so they can navigate life challenges. I incorporate mindfulness-based, holistic therapy and am passionate about functional, root-cause approaches.approaches. Some areas of interest include depression, anxiety, life transitions, self-esteem issues, life purpose, and relationship and marital issues.I believe that therapy is an investment in oneself, and I love seeing clients thrive and grow as they process existing struggles, heal past wounds, learn new skills, and develop their already existing strengths.
Jeremy Vanderpool is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Ohio who has been practicing since 2016. He obtained his Master's degree in Counseling and Human Relations from Lindsey Wilson College. He also holds a Bachelor's degree in Professional Counseling and Human and Social Services from Lindsey Wilson College. He also obtained an Associate's degree in Chemical Dependency Counseling from Southern State Community College. Jeremy has been working in inpatient and outpatient treatment centers treating clients for substance use disorders as well as mental health disorders. His experience is in working with adults.
Jeremy Vanderpool is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Ohio who has been practicing since 2016. He obtained his Master's degree in Counseling and Human Relations from Lindsey Wilson College. He also holds a Bachelor's degree in Professional Counseling and Human and Social Services from Lindsey Wilson College. He also obtained an Associate's degree in Chemical Dependency Counseling from Southern State Community College. Jeremy has been working in inpatient and outpatient treatment centers treating clients for substance use disorders as well as mental health disorders. His experience is in working with adults.
He is particularly passionate about helping men address the unique challenges they may face with mental health, relationships, and identity. By normalizing these conversations, Trenton creates space for growth, healing, and resilience. His goal is to empower men to build healthier coping skills, enhance self-awareness, and develop stronger connections in their personal and professional lives. In his practice at LifeStance Health, Trenton offers individual therapy for adults of all ages, including young adults, middle-aged adults, and seniors.
He is particularly passionate about helping men address the unique challenges they may face with mental health, relationships, and identity. By normalizing these conversations, Trenton creates space for growth, healing, and resilience. His goal is to empower men to build healthier coping skills, enhance self-awareness, and develop stronger connections in their personal and professional lives. In his practice at LifeStance Health, Trenton offers individual therapy for adults of all ages, including young adults, middle-aged adults, and seniors.
Hello, my name is Dr. Stephen Fortson and I specialize in treating couples, families, and individuals with professional clinical counseling services. I have been a licensed clinical professional counselor for 29 years. I am also retired associate professor and chair of the Department of Human Services at Wright State University where I oversaw the counselor preparation program 20 years. If you are in need of personalized couples, family or individual counseling, please contact me. I am currently accepting new clients.
Hello, my name is Dr. Stephen Fortson and I specialize in treating couples, families, and individuals with professional clinical counseling services. I have been a licensed clinical professional counselor for 29 years. I am also retired associate professor and chair of the Department of Human Services at Wright State University where I oversaw the counselor preparation program 20 years. If you are in need of personalized couples, family or individual counseling, please contact me. I am currently accepting new clients.
After years of providing a broad range of services in the context of a traditional private practice office, which I closed at the end of 2017, I began doing therapy online. I decided to offer online services to maintain a limited professional practice, available to select clients for whom such a service delivery platform would be appropriate. Services are available to children, youth, adults, and families at the rate of $75 per 45-minute session and are payable via PayPal. I accept NO insurance, only self-pay clients.
After years of providing a broad range of services in the context of a traditional private practice office, which I closed at the end of 2017, I began doing therapy online. I decided to offer online services to maintain a limited professional practice, available to select clients for whom such a service delivery platform would be appropriate. Services are available to children, youth, adults, and families at the rate of $75 per 45-minute session and are payable via PayPal. I accept NO insurance, only self-pay clients.
My ideal clients are people who feel stuck under the weight of stress, anxiety, grief, or trauma—whether the pain is recent or something they’ve carried for years. Many are high-functioning on the outside but internally feel depleted, on edge, or emotionally disconnected. They’re ready for practical, evidence-informed tools to calm the nervous system, make sense of what happened, and shift patterns that keep showing up in relationships, work, and daily life. Together, we work toward lasting change: greater clarity, steadier confidence, and a more grounded, integrated way of living.
My ideal clients are people who feel stuck under the weight of stress, anxiety, grief, or trauma—whether the pain is recent or something they’ve carried for years. Many are high-functioning on the outside but internally feel depleted, on edge, or emotionally disconnected. They’re ready for practical, evidence-informed tools to calm the nervous system, make sense of what happened, and shift patterns that keep showing up in relationships, work, and daily life. Together, we work toward lasting change: greater clarity, steadier confidence, and a more grounded, integrated way of living.
Joshua Minnich is a licensed professional clinical counselor with several years of clinical experience. He received his master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and his bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice Studies from University of Dayton. He offers a patient-focused practice style that emphasizes the well-being and autonomy of those seeking treatment. His areas of specialty include adjustment disorder, anger management, couples/marital counseling, depression, family therapy, grief counseling, post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), relaxation techniques and stress management.
Joshua Minnich is a licensed professional clinical counselor with several years of clinical experience. He received his master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and his bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice Studies from University of Dayton. He offers a patient-focused practice style that emphasizes the well-being and autonomy of those seeking treatment. His areas of specialty include adjustment disorder, anger management, couples/marital counseling, depression, family therapy, grief counseling, post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), relaxation techniques and stress management.
Enrolling soon: Trauma Therapy Group. Email me to inquire. Anxiety, shame, depression, and relationship stress are some of the most common impacts of trauma. Whether you have experienced trauma from childhood abuse or neglect, interpersonal violence, combat, infidelity or from your calling as a first responder or mental health professional, you deserve liberation. If you are stuck, overwhelmed or hopeless, I would be honored to sit with you, hear your story and help you find or restore joy and peace in your life.
Enrolling soon: Trauma Therapy Group. Email me to inquire. Anxiety, shame, depression, and relationship stress are some of the most common impacts of trauma. Whether you have experienced trauma from childhood abuse or neglect, interpersonal violence, combat, infidelity or from your calling as a first responder or mental health professional, you deserve liberation. If you are stuck, overwhelmed or hopeless, I would be honored to sit with you, hear your story and help you find or restore joy and peace in your life.
Tyler specializes in working with clients experiencing symptoms of ADHD, anxiety, and depression. Drawing on therapeutic techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness, he empowers clients to challenge unhelpful thought patterns, strengthen coping strategies, and foster long-term well-being. He is particularly passionate about helping clients uncover what drives their behaviors and find realistic ways to create change that aligns with their goals and values.
Tyler specializes in working with clients experiencing symptoms of ADHD, anxiety, and depression. Drawing on therapeutic techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness, he empowers clients to challenge unhelpful thought patterns, strengthen coping strategies, and foster long-term well-being. He is particularly passionate about helping clients uncover what drives their behaviors and find realistic ways to create change that aligns with their goals and values.
Part of "being in the solution" when times are difficult is what you are doing right now: looking for answers and the support to find them. Everyone is challenged by life events. The path to self-awareness and personal growth is not an easy one. I accompany my clients as they discover their potential and deal with the barriers that prevent them from reaching it. My approach is holistic, meaning that I pay attention to all aspects of a person's experience including their physical, emotional, intellectual and spiritual well being.
Part of "being in the solution" when times are difficult is what you are doing right now: looking for answers and the support to find them. Everyone is challenged by life events. The path to self-awareness and personal growth is not an easy one. I accompany my clients as they discover their potential and deal with the barriers that prevent them from reaching it. My approach is holistic, meaning that I pay attention to all aspects of a person's experience including their physical, emotional, intellectual and spiritual well being.
Ben views the therapeutic relationship as a collaborative partnership, with the client as the expert of their own lived experiences. In his free time, he enjoys watching horror movies, reading books, and spending time outdoors.
Ben views the therapeutic relationship as a collaborative partnership, with the client as the expert of their own lived experiences. In his free time, he enjoys watching horror movies, reading books, and spending time outdoors.
Ideal clients are those that are the ages of 13 - 77; I want these ranges because I feel I can best help them with their issues and needs which for me so far it has been about changing some aspect of themselves that they are having issues with dealing. From the limited exposure the goals are dependent on the client and what they want at the time, I have also learned that being flexible and fluid is the best way to help clients.
Ideal clients are those that are the ages of 13 - 77; I want these ranges because I feel I can best help them with their issues and needs which for me so far it has been about changing some aspect of themselves that they are having issues with dealing. From the limited exposure the goals are dependent on the client and what they want at the time, I have also learned that being flexible and fluid is the best way to help clients.
We want patients who are interested in well-researched treatment and who are open to telepsychology or video based therapy from the comfort and convenience of your home. You'll save time and gas money.
We want patients who are interested in well-researched treatment and who are open to telepsychology or video based therapy from the comfort and convenience of your home. You'll save time and gas money.
Thank you for reaching out. If you’re moving through a life transition, I may be able to help. We all get stuck at times as we work to grow our sense of self, relationships, and lifestyle. With over 25 years of counseling experience, I strive to honor each person’s unique story while encouraging responsibility and authentic living. I am also certified in Somatic Interventions, yoga instruction, and Ecotherapy. I completed a Feb–July 2025 thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail, applying many of these principles to my own journey. I currently offer telebehavioral health sessions and look forward to supporting you however I can.
Thank you for reaching out. If you’re moving through a life transition, I may be able to help. We all get stuck at times as we work to grow our sense of self, relationships, and lifestyle. With over 25 years of counseling experience, I strive to honor each person’s unique story while encouraging responsibility and authentic living. I am also certified in Somatic Interventions, yoga instruction, and Ecotherapy. I completed a Feb–July 2025 thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail, applying many of these principles to my own journey. I currently offer telebehavioral health sessions and look forward to supporting you however I can.
I know finding a good fit for a therapist is hard. And finding a good fit is critical to finding relief and healing. Feeling alone in the trauma, the grief and loss, the overwhelm, and just feeling stuck. It's exhausting, lonely, and I know you're sick of it by now. You get to have some guidance, laughs, and expertise as you go to your sessions, work on YOU outside of sessions, and start feeling more whole again. As for working with me and what it's like? I've been told I'm warm and humorous (usually at my own expense). I see you as the expert and me as the guide, and I will put you at ease right off the bat.
I know finding a good fit for a therapist is hard. And finding a good fit is critical to finding relief and healing. Feeling alone in the trauma, the grief and loss, the overwhelm, and just feeling stuck. It's exhausting, lonely, and I know you're sick of it by now. You get to have some guidance, laughs, and expertise as you go to your sessions, work on YOU outside of sessions, and start feeling more whole again. As for working with me and what it's like? I've been told I'm warm and humorous (usually at my own expense). I see you as the expert and me as the guide, and I will put you at ease right off the bat.
As a psychologist with 40+ years of experience, I help partners build bridges over relationship divides when you’re at odds. All you need is to invest in a “neutral” expert to guide you. My marriage/couple/family clients report leaving sessions feeling better off because I don’t take sides and offer proven communication tools. Although change is difficult, the surest route to happiness is to grow and change.
As a psychologist with 40+ years of experience, I help partners build bridges over relationship divides when you’re at odds. All you need is to invest in a “neutral” expert to guide you. My marriage/couple/family clients report leaving sessions feeling better off because I don’t take sides and offer proven communication tools. Although change is difficult, the surest route to happiness is to grow and change.
Dr. Daniel
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC-S, PhD, MA, MDiv, NCC
2 Endorsed
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Do you feel like you’re just surviving, rather than truly living? Life’s challenges can often keep us at the surface, but deep within, there's a longing for more—a transformation that touches the soul. I don’t just help you manage anxiety, anger, or relationship issues. I walk alongside you, guiding you toward the heart of your struggles to uncover the patterns and beliefs that have shaped your journey. Together, we’ll unlock a more authentic version of yourself, allowing you to experience life with newfound freedom and purpose. If you're ready to embrace growth and live with greater intention, let’s take this step together.
Do you feel like you’re just surviving, rather than truly living? Life’s challenges can often keep us at the surface, but deep within, there's a longing for more—a transformation that touches the soul. I don’t just help you manage anxiety, anger, or relationship issues. I walk alongside you, guiding you toward the heart of your struggles to uncover the patterns and beliefs that have shaped your journey. Together, we’ll unlock a more authentic version of yourself, allowing you to experience life with newfound freedom and purpose. If you're ready to embrace growth and live with greater intention, let’s take this step together.
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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.