Male Therapists in Reading, PA
Hello there, my name is Brandon Ballantyne. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. My clinical focus is in utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy with clients to alleviate various forms of mental and emotional distress. I provide supportive therapy to improve the understanding of internal relationships between thoughts, emotions, and actions. When our thoughts are recognized to be tangible elements, we realize the personal control we have over thinking better, feeling better, and coping in healthier ways.
Hello there, my name is Brandon Ballantyne. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. My clinical focus is in utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy with clients to alleviate various forms of mental and emotional distress. I provide supportive therapy to improve the understanding of internal relationships between thoughts, emotions, and actions. When our thoughts are recognized to be tangible elements, we realize the personal control we have over thinking better, feeling better, and coping in healthier ways.
I believe that everyone is a celebration of life. You are a celebration of life. My goal is to help you recognize exactly what you have to offer the world and, more importantly, to help you learn to celebrate yourself.
My path to becoming a therapist started early. I was born with a congenital heart defect and was adopted as a child; these experiences gave me a unique perspective on resilience and the need for support. Working through that in my youth is was lucky enough to have the support of a wonderful doctor who helped me navigate my mental health. That experience sparked a calling in me to serve others as I'd been served.
I believe that everyone is a celebration of life. You are a celebration of life. My goal is to help you recognize exactly what you have to offer the world and, more importantly, to help you learn to celebrate yourself.
My path to becoming a therapist started early. I was born with a congenital heart defect and was adopted as a child; these experiences gave me a unique perspective on resilience and the need for support. Working through that in my youth is was lucky enough to have the support of a wonderful doctor who helped me navigate my mental health. That experience sparked a calling in me to serve others as I'd been served.
Everyone struggles at times, and there should be no shame in asking for help. This is why we started Serenity Psychotherapy with a core belief that everybody should have access to professional mental health services and dedicated health care professionals anywhere in the world. With our national teletherapy sessions, we seek to help individuals, families, couples, and children with all the tools and therapy sessions they may need to live happier lives. Here at Serenity Psychotherapy, we have an array of therapists with various specializations, such as depression, anxiety, relationship, substance abuse, and parenting problems.
Everyone struggles at times, and there should be no shame in asking for help. This is why we started Serenity Psychotherapy with a core belief that everybody should have access to professional mental health services and dedicated health care professionals anywhere in the world. With our national teletherapy sessions, we seek to help individuals, families, couples, and children with all the tools and therapy sessions they may need to live happier lives. Here at Serenity Psychotherapy, we have an array of therapists with various specializations, such as depression, anxiety, relationship, substance abuse, and parenting problems.
Peace, my name is Victor Alfonso Cabral, LCSW (he/him). I work with people navigating trauma, life transitions, grief, identity, and spiritual emergence. My clients are often at a turning point, seeking space to process big questions or meaningful experiences, including those involving altered states, plant medicine, or psychedelics. They want to feel grounded, supported, and reconnected to themselves and their values. Together, we explore healing that honors your story, your ancestry, and your wholeness
Peace, my name is Victor Alfonso Cabral, LCSW (he/him). I work with people navigating trauma, life transitions, grief, identity, and spiritual emergence. My clients are often at a turning point, seeking space to process big questions or meaningful experiences, including those involving altered states, plant medicine, or psychedelics. They want to feel grounded, supported, and reconnected to themselves and their values. Together, we explore healing that honors your story, your ancestry, and your wholeness
I am extremely passionate about helping individuals navigate transitional periods in their lives, improving self-esteem, stress management, and helping reduce anxiety and depression symptoms. I believe every client is unique and deserves a place to express their thoughts and feelings safely. Together we will create goals and a plan to reach those goals while exploring different areas of need and learning new ways to manage all of life’s stressors.
I am extremely passionate about helping individuals navigate transitional periods in their lives, improving self-esteem, stress management, and helping reduce anxiety and depression symptoms. I believe every client is unique and deserves a place to express their thoughts and feelings safely. Together we will create goals and a plan to reach those goals while exploring different areas of need and learning new ways to manage all of life’s stressors.
Sometimes life challenges get all of us to a point where we can benefit from someone to talk to without fear of judgement. Seeking therapy I believe is one way of trying to make sense of things during these times and can in many cases be an experience that not only gets you through your current situation but also assists in building things in you that can help you navigate future challenges. If you are currently finding yourself in that situation or just need someone to help you process some things in your life, challenging thoughts, or feelings I would honored to assist you.
Sometimes life challenges get all of us to a point where we can benefit from someone to talk to without fear of judgement. Seeking therapy I believe is one way of trying to make sense of things during these times and can in many cases be an experience that not only gets you through your current situation but also assists in building things in you that can help you navigate future challenges. If you are currently finding yourself in that situation or just need someone to help you process some things in your life, challenging thoughts, or feelings I would honored to assist you.
I cultivate strong therapeutic relationships to fuel my clients’ healing and growth. No matter where people are in life or the challenges they face, I have the expertise and passion to support my clients from early childhood to end of life. I also specialize in conducting assessments for children and adults who want to know more about themselves to help guide their mental health journey.
I cultivate strong therapeutic relationships to fuel my clients’ healing and growth. No matter where people are in life or the challenges they face, I have the expertise and passion to support my clients from early childhood to end of life. I also specialize in conducting assessments for children and adults who want to know more about themselves to help guide their mental health journey.
If you’re a young adult struggling or a parent watching your child slip under the weight of anxiety, depression, or confusing behaviors, you’re not alone. These seasons can feel isolating and overwhelming. Many people carry quiet shame, guilt, or the belief that they should somehow be handling it better. The truth is, no one chooses hardship, and no one was designed to face it alone.
If you’re a young adult struggling or a parent watching your child slip under the weight of anxiety, depression, or confusing behaviors, you’re not alone. These seasons can feel isolating and overwhelming. Many people carry quiet shame, guilt, or the belief that they should somehow be handling it better. The truth is, no one chooses hardship, and no one was designed to face it alone.
Hartranft Counseling & Performance Services, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
2 Endorsed
Reading, PA 19609
Do stress and worry prevent you from living a full and satisfying life? Do your thoughts of the past or future distract you from the present moment? Both trauma and everyday stress can negatively change the way we think, feel, and behave. That is why Bill Hartranft, Licensed Professional Counselor and Sports Consultant, utilizes a person-centered, evidenced based approach to therapy that allows his clients the freedom to create their own path towards a successful and fulfilling life. Bill provides a safe and judgement-free environment, essential to helping people focus on their individual needs and move towards a life of purpose.
Do stress and worry prevent you from living a full and satisfying life? Do your thoughts of the past or future distract you from the present moment? Both trauma and everyday stress can negatively change the way we think, feel, and behave. That is why Bill Hartranft, Licensed Professional Counselor and Sports Consultant, utilizes a person-centered, evidenced based approach to therapy that allows his clients the freedom to create their own path towards a successful and fulfilling life. Bill provides a safe and judgement-free environment, essential to helping people focus on their individual needs and move towards a life of purpose.
Children and adolescents with learning differences can often have a tough time at school and in their communities. Understanding information in the classroom when being taught can be as tough as dealing with relationships. This presents a variety of expectations that require attention to detail, focus, and planning that are often difficult for diverse learners to handle effectively without help. These challenges are similar to what adults face when navigating work, family, and overall life demands. I value all people with learning differences, and I advocate for all by helping foster skills that make people prosper.
Children and adolescents with learning differences can often have a tough time at school and in their communities. Understanding information in the classroom when being taught can be as tough as dealing with relationships. This presents a variety of expectations that require attention to detail, focus, and planning that are often difficult for diverse learners to handle effectively without help. These challenges are similar to what adults face when navigating work, family, and overall life demands. I value all people with learning differences, and I advocate for all by helping foster skills that make people prosper.
Horizonz LLC is an outpatient treatment facility, which provides psychiatric and counseling services for persons experiencing mental health concerns. A psychiatrist is available for medication management, and there are English & Spanish Speaking counseling professionals experienced in helping patients enhance the quality of their lives. Our staff specializes in depression, bipolar disorders, anxiety, anger management, child & family therapy, and couples counseling.
Horizonz LLC is an outpatient treatment facility, which provides psychiatric and counseling services for persons experiencing mental health concerns. A psychiatrist is available for medication management, and there are English & Spanish Speaking counseling professionals experienced in helping patients enhance the quality of their lives. Our staff specializes in depression, bipolar disorders, anxiety, anger management, child & family therapy, and couples counseling.
Welcome! I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) currently living in Pennsylvania, but was born and raised in California (Bay Area). I have been practicing as a Marriage and Family Therapist for 19 years, and am licensed in both states. I find therapy rewarding at all ages, but specifically enjoy working with adults and families. My goal is to help you build up the confidence you need to be successful.
Welcome! I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) currently living in Pennsylvania, but was born and raised in California (Bay Area). I have been practicing as a Marriage and Family Therapist for 19 years, and am licensed in both states. I find therapy rewarding at all ages, but specifically enjoy working with adults and families. My goal is to help you build up the confidence you need to be successful.
Lucas is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with nearly a decade of experience helping individuals overcome life’s challenges. His counseling approach is rooted in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and person-centered principles, blending evidence-based techniques with a compassionate perspective. Lucas believes in addressing the whole person—mind, body, and spirit—and tailors his care to meet each client’s unique needs and values.
Lucas is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with nearly a decade of experience helping individuals overcome life’s challenges. His counseling approach is rooted in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and person-centered principles, blending evidence-based techniques with a compassionate perspective. Lucas believes in addressing the whole person—mind, body, and spirit—and tailors his care to meet each client’s unique needs and values.
I specialize in Forensic evaluations. I have conducted over 20,000 evaluations over the last 30 years. I provide quality, professional, ethical, scientific, and objective evaluations and consultations in a timely manner. I also conduct consultations for businesses and various groups on Conflict Management, Stress Management, Communication Skills, Personality Styles, Crisis Intervention, and Marriage.
I specialize in Forensic evaluations. I have conducted over 20,000 evaluations over the last 30 years. I provide quality, professional, ethical, scientific, and objective evaluations and consultations in a timely manner. I also conduct consultations for businesses and various groups on Conflict Management, Stress Management, Communication Skills, Personality Styles, Crisis Intervention, and Marriage.
Confidential, compassionate and individually tailored counseling and life coaching. Support and guidance for difficult and painful feelings, relationship issues, or problem behaviors, including depression, anxiety, stress, sadness, anger, guilt, embarrassment, confusion. Education and coaching for misunderstanding and/or conflict at work, at home, with partner or spouse, with children, with parents. Experienced education and counseling for struggles with alcohol and/or drug use. Understanding, support and guidance with on-going issues in recovery and/or dual diagnoses. ADHD coaching. Counseling for those on Disability.
Confidential, compassionate and individually tailored counseling and life coaching. Support and guidance for difficult and painful feelings, relationship issues, or problem behaviors, including depression, anxiety, stress, sadness, anger, guilt, embarrassment, confusion. Education and coaching for misunderstanding and/or conflict at work, at home, with partner or spouse, with children, with parents. Experienced education and counseling for struggles with alcohol and/or drug use. Understanding, support and guidance with on-going issues in recovery and/or dual diagnoses. ADHD coaching. Counseling for those on Disability.
I provide a safe and ethical practice that embraces individuality. My capacities are teacher, mentor, guardian, cheer leader, back-board, and many others. I present in reality and genuinely so.. Change and grow are possible in most cases. Client / patent focus in a holistic, comprehensive manner.
I provide a safe and ethical practice that embraces individuality. My capacities are teacher, mentor, guardian, cheer leader, back-board, and many others. I present in reality and genuinely so.. Change and grow are possible in most cases. Client / patent focus in a holistic, comprehensive manner.
Suppose you returned home one night to your "empty" house on a corner to find the door smashed open, and sounds of someone inside and things falling on the floor. Afraid, you walk around the corner where your neighbor then tells you she saw smoke coming from your window and the firemen are inside finding the cause. Your attitude toward the intruders completely changes when you understand their purpose. I give clients similar insight about the problems hurting them and their relationships. It's tragic to suffer and to fear solvable problems because you don't understand them.
Suppose you returned home one night to your "empty" house on a corner to find the door smashed open, and sounds of someone inside and things falling on the floor. Afraid, you walk around the corner where your neighbor then tells you she saw smoke coming from your window and the firemen are inside finding the cause. Your attitude toward the intruders completely changes when you understand their purpose. I give clients similar insight about the problems hurting them and their relationships. It's tragic to suffer and to fear solvable problems because you don't understand them.
My training and expertise, as a Licensed Professional Counselor, is shaped and molded by my academic and seminary education. I feel that I am uniquely qualified to address the spiritual, cultural, emotional and mental challenges of my clients.
My training and expertise, as a Licensed Professional Counselor, is shaped and molded by my academic and seminary education. I feel that I am uniquely qualified to address the spiritual, cultural, emotional and mental challenges of my clients.
My ideal client is an individual who first decides that they need help and that they are ready to go to work to solve there particular issues. I come from the point of view that I am a part of the team. I can not work in isolation. I help those who truly feel that they need help and are ready to receive it.
My ideal client is an individual who first decides that they need help and that they are ready to go to work to solve there particular issues. I come from the point of view that I am a part of the team. I can not work in isolation. I help those who truly feel that they need help and are ready to receive it.
Above all, people need to know that you care, and that you know how to help them. I provide both of these, by building solid rapport with my clients, to show them what is perhaps the most important aspect of counseling- that they have a therapist who is someone who wilI truly listen to them, show them empathy, and be a sincere partner in helping them reach their counseling goals. My motto is "Anyone can be helped, after they realize that you truly care, and that they can trust in you." I provide treatment for a wide variety of mental health problems, including trauma, anxiety, depression, and mood disorders.
Above all, people need to know that you care, and that you know how to help them. I provide both of these, by building solid rapport with my clients, to show them what is perhaps the most important aspect of counseling- that they have a therapist who is someone who wilI truly listen to them, show them empathy, and be a sincere partner in helping them reach their counseling goals. My motto is "Anyone can be helped, after they realize that you truly care, and that they can trust in you." I provide treatment for a wide variety of mental health problems, including trauma, anxiety, depression, and mood disorders.
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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.
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.