Male Therapists in Issaquah, WA
Quickly fix communication problems. Create more intimacy. Feel heard, understood and fully supported. Rebuild trust. Become better parents. Create a "safe" space to discuss and resolve difficult challenges. Finally feel like a team. Sound too good to be true? Let's do this...
Quickly fix communication problems. Create more intimacy. Feel heard, understood and fully supported. Rebuild trust. Become better parents. Create a "safe" space to discuss and resolve difficult challenges. Finally feel like a team. Sound too good to be true? Let's do this...
Often the safest way we cope with the aftershock of trauma is to create a workable persona or "protector," vigilantly committed to keeping us safe by avoiding further emotional injury at any cost. As adults, day-to-day challenges trigger our protective parts with anxiety-provoking situations that elicit reactive, shielding responses, & keep us stuck looping in repetitive cycles. While these protective defenses with their "never again" mantra had reliably sheltered our vulnerability in the past, today they function as painful reminders of lingering wounds and barriers to joyful, meaningful connection with others.
Often the safest way we cope with the aftershock of trauma is to create a workable persona or "protector," vigilantly committed to keeping us safe by avoiding further emotional injury at any cost. As adults, day-to-day challenges trigger our protective parts with anxiety-provoking situations that elicit reactive, shielding responses, & keep us stuck looping in repetitive cycles. While these protective defenses with their "never again" mantra had reliably sheltered our vulnerability in the past, today they function as painful reminders of lingering wounds and barriers to joyful, meaningful connection with others.
Thom's passion is to help couples achieve healthy intimate relationships. He specializes in helping couples and individuals heal from the impacts of addiction, infidelity and sexual betrayal using a combination of his training as a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist Candidate (CSAT-C) through the International Institute for Trauma and Addiction Professionals and his training as an Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT) for couples developed by Sue Johnson. He also uses his specialized training in Emotional Intelligence to help couples connect. Thom’s mission is to provide a safe environment for you to grow, heal and know yourself.
Thom's passion is to help couples achieve healthy intimate relationships. He specializes in helping couples and individuals heal from the impacts of addiction, infidelity and sexual betrayal using a combination of his training as a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist Candidate (CSAT-C) through the International Institute for Trauma and Addiction Professionals and his training as an Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT) for couples developed by Sue Johnson. He also uses his specialized training in Emotional Intelligence to help couples connect. Thom’s mission is to provide a safe environment for you to grow, heal and know yourself.
I am a board-certified Clinical Psychologist and provide evidence-based neuro-psychological assessments and interventions. I recently opened up new testing slots and currently have availability for comprehensive evaluation services. Reach out to me via email for the quickest response and we can set up a time to discuss your concerns, provide you with more information regarding the evaluation process, and individualize the neuropsychological assessment to best fit your child’s needs.
I am a board-certified Clinical Psychologist and provide evidence-based neuro-psychological assessments and interventions. I recently opened up new testing slots and currently have availability for comprehensive evaluation services. Reach out to me via email for the quickest response and we can set up a time to discuss your concerns, provide you with more information regarding the evaluation process, and individualize the neuropsychological assessment to best fit your child’s needs.
Beau Reilly, PhD, ABPP, ABPdN is a neuropsychologist who is board certified in pediatric neuropsychology and clinical child and adolescent psychology. He provides neuropsychological assessment, treatment, and consultation for children and families with neurodevelopmental needs. Dr. Reilly obtained his doctorate in clinical psychology from Seattle Pacific University in 2010. He obtained board certification from the American Board of Clinical Child & Adolescent Psychology (ABCCAP) in 2013 and board certification in Pediatric Neuropsychology from the American Board of Pediatric Neuropsychology (ABPdN) in 2014.
Beau Reilly, PhD, ABPP, ABPdN is a neuropsychologist who is board certified in pediatric neuropsychology and clinical child and adolescent psychology. He provides neuropsychological assessment, treatment, and consultation for children and families with neurodevelopmental needs. Dr. Reilly obtained his doctorate in clinical psychology from Seattle Pacific University in 2010. He obtained board certification from the American Board of Clinical Child & Adolescent Psychology (ABCCAP) in 2013 and board certification in Pediatric Neuropsychology from the American Board of Pediatric Neuropsychology (ABPdN) in 2014.
Brett Baldwin
Counselor, LMHCA, MA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Issaquah, WA 98027
Waitlist for new clients
For many that have made the decision to go to therapy, life has gone in such a way that it has become unbearable. Things have not gone right for some time, and it is unclear in what direction to go next. My position is that therapy should be the space in which you are given the opportunity to explore your life in the way that you see fit. Drawing from interpersonal dynamics, existential thought, and hu manistic perspectives, my approach is one that focuses on you in the context of your world. How we make sense of who we are can be a complicated process, and it's important to know where we stand in a world of unknowns.
For many that have made the decision to go to therapy, life has gone in such a way that it has become unbearable. Things have not gone right for some time, and it is unclear in what direction to go next. My position is that therapy should be the space in which you are given the opportunity to explore your life in the way that you see fit. Drawing from interpersonal dynamics, existential thought, and hu manistic perspectives, my approach is one that focuses on you in the context of your world. How we make sense of who we are can be a complicated process, and it's important to know where we stand in a world of unknowns.
Jorge M. - Centered Mind
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFTA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Issaquah, WA 98027
I am a Gott man Certified (Level 1 & 2) Therapist. I believe that change happens when people are provided with a safe place to better understand their problems and learn how to best move forward. I aim to create a space with openness, curiosity, and thoughtfulness. I see the therapy process as collaborative, I am the professional and my clients are the experts of their lives. I enjoy working with couples, and adults struggling with anxiety, relationship issues, depression, grief, queer-related problems, and life-transitions. I am sex-positive, queer-affirming and trans-affirming, and kink and polyam affirming.
I am a Gott man Certified (Level 1 & 2) Therapist. I believe that change happens when people are provided with a safe place to better understand their problems and learn how to best move forward. I aim to create a space with openness, curiosity, and thoughtfulness. I see the therapy process as collaborative, I am the professional and my clients are the experts of their lives. I enjoy working with couples, and adults struggling with anxiety, relationship issues, depression, grief, queer-related problems, and life-transitions. I am sex-positive, queer-affirming and trans-affirming, and kink and polyam affirming.
I have had extensive experience in work with clients' interpersonal communication, self-efficacy, self-esteem, anxiety, depression, and some anger management.
Individuals, couples and families are all seen as my ideal client. I typically see clients from the ages of 13 and up, but I do make some exceptions. Clients who are having difficulties with communicating their emotions, identifying their strengths and their core self, or having dysfunctional dyadic or family patterns are clients who I know I can help. Clients coming regularly and genuinely working with me to accomplish the goals we set out at the beginning of therapy are ideal. If you want to better yourself in any way, shape or form, I will be the person who will try my best to help you become the better self you aspire to be.
I have had extensive experience in work with clients' interpersonal communication, self-efficacy, self-esteem, anxiety, depression, and some anger management.
Individuals, couples and families are all seen as my ideal client. I typically see clients from the ages of 13 and up, but I do make some exceptions. Clients who are having difficulties with communicating their emotions, identifying their strengths and their core self, or having dysfunctional dyadic or family patterns are clients who I know I can help. Clients coming regularly and genuinely working with me to accomplish the goals we set out at the beginning of therapy are ideal. If you want to better yourself in any way, shape or form, I will be the person who will try my best to help you become the better self you aspire to be.
Time To Thrive PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Issaquah, WA 98027 (Online Only)
I thrive on helping others heal and get to where they want to be in life. I feel that people usually come to therapy because something is not working in their life and change needs to happen but they are not sure how. I am passionate about my work and strive to help others every day. I am flexible with my approach as we are all different and I will follow your lead with what works best for you. I think that humor and connection are very important in a therapeutic relationship so that we can laugh and cry and I am able to push you at times to help you reach your goals.
I thrive on helping others heal and get to where they want to be in life. I feel that people usually come to therapy because something is not working in their life and change needs to happen but they are not sure how. I am passionate about my work and strive to help others every day. I am flexible with my approach as we are all different and I will follow your lead with what works best for you. I think that humor and connection are very important in a therapeutic relationship so that we can laugh and cry and I am able to push you at times to help you reach your goals.
As a secular psychologist with 10+ years experience, I help adults through faith transitions/crises from high-de mand-groups (e.
Do you feel lost or broken due to trauma or abuse? Perhaps you're navigating the difficult process of leaving a high-de mand religion, feel intense shame and perfectionism from religious trauma, or face self-doubt and emotional pain from an abusive relationship. If so, now might be the time to reach out to a therapist who can help you navigate these challenges, rediscover yourself, and find fulfillment. Together, we’ll create a personalized plan with practical solutions to cultivate self-compassion, restore balance, and reduce mental health challenges. Booking a therapy session today might be the hardest, yet best, decision you make.
As a secular psychologist with 10+ years experience, I help adults through faith transitions/crises from high-de mand-groups (e.
Do you feel lost or broken due to trauma or abuse? Perhaps you're navigating the difficult process of leaving a high-de mand religion, feel intense shame and perfectionism from religious trauma, or face self-doubt and emotional pain from an abusive relationship. If so, now might be the time to reach out to a therapist who can help you navigate these challenges, rediscover yourself, and find fulfillment. Together, we’ll create a personalized plan with practical solutions to cultivate self-compassion, restore balance, and reduce mental health challenges. Booking a therapy session today might be the hardest, yet best, decision you make.
For the last 14 years I've been working with individuals, couples, and families to help them address the most important issues in their lives. I enjoy helping clients empower themselves by expanding emotional flexibility, building positive communication patterns, and contradicting negative self-concepts and feelings of isolation.
For the last 14 years I've been working with individuals, couples, and families to help them address the most important issues in their lives. I enjoy helping clients empower themselves by expanding emotional flexibility, building positive communication patterns, and contradicting negative self-concepts and feelings of isolation.
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Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA, LMHCA, MA, BA
Verified Verified
Issaquah, WA 98027
I'm here to help, whether you need individual, couple's, or family therapy. I am committed to creating a safe space for everyone, as an ally for the LGBTQ+ community, and as an advocate for social justice. I serve a diverse clientele of those struggling with, but not limited to, complex trauma, sexual compulsivity/addiction, couple reconciliation, spiritual/religious trauma, family of origin issues, communication, emotional regulation, and relational issues. I will work holistically with you to collaborate and gain a thorough understanding of your unique situation.
I'm here to help, whether you need individual, couple's, or family therapy. I am committed to creating a safe space for everyone, as an ally for the LGBTQ+ community, and as an advocate for social justice. I serve a diverse clientele of those struggling with, but not limited to, complex trauma, sexual compulsivity/addiction, couple reconciliation, spiritual/religious trauma, family of origin issues, communication, emotional regulation, and relational issues. I will work holistically with you to collaborate and gain a thorough understanding of your unique situation.
Jason Groepper
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Issaquah, WA 98027
*Now offering online/telehealth options* Do you feel like you and your spouse are drifting apart? Are your children acting out and you don't know how to help them? There is hope! We are all made to have meaningful relationships in our lives. When problems arise, they are often due to issues within our closest interpersonal relationships. I work to impact these significant relationships to help my clients get more joy and satisfaction out of their lives. I work with couples experiencing relationship distress, families recovering from a divorce/separation and parents struggling to raise their children to their fullest potential.
*Now offering online/telehealth options* Do you feel like you and your spouse are drifting apart? Are your children acting out and you don't know how to help them? There is hope! We are all made to have meaningful relationships in our lives. When problems arise, they are often due to issues within our closest interpersonal relationships. I work to impact these significant relationships to help my clients get more joy and satisfaction out of their lives. I work with couples experiencing relationship distress, families recovering from a divorce/separation and parents struggling to raise their children to their fullest potential.
I work with people to help them understand themselves better so they can manage their thoughts and emotions which sometimes drive behaviors they do not want.
Understanding our emotions is a skill we all must learn to prevent relationship conflict and to promote inner peace. There are reasons we have the deep feelings we experience. We just need to understand why we have our feelings and what causes us to suffer so much from them. We suffer from our emotions because something else is going on inside of us that we may not understand. It does not need to be this way. You can learn to know yourself better, sooth your emotions and improve your relationships with partners, kids, co-workers and friends.
I work with people to help them understand themselves better so they can manage their thoughts and emotions which sometimes drive behaviors they do not want.
Understanding our emotions is a skill we all must learn to prevent relationship conflict and to promote inner peace. There are reasons we have the deep feelings we experience. We just need to understand why we have our feelings and what causes us to suffer so much from them. We suffer from our emotions because something else is going on inside of us that we may not understand. It does not need to be this way. You can learn to know yourself better, sooth your emotions and improve your relationships with partners, kids, co-workers and friends.
Mareon Vincent Henderson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Issaquah, WA 98027 (Online Only)
I am so excited to provide support and encouragement with you in whatever stage of your life journey you are on. As a therapist I work with individuals, couples and families. My specialties consists of clients with child welfare, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, life transitions, trauma whether past or current, life stress, work stress and relationship issues. The population I serve varies from ages 6 up to the geriatric population. I utilize cognitive behavioral therapy, “talk therapy”, motivational interviewing, client-centered therapy, solution-focused therapy, strength-based therapy and group therapy.
I am so excited to provide support and encouragement with you in whatever stage of your life journey you are on. As a therapist I work with individuals, couples and families. My specialties consists of clients with child welfare, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, life transitions, trauma whether past or current, life stress, work stress and relationship issues. The population I serve varies from ages 6 up to the geriatric population. I utilize cognitive behavioral therapy, “talk therapy”, motivational interviewing, client-centered therapy, solution-focused therapy, strength-based therapy and group therapy.
Dr. Jed Savard provides mental health therapy and consultation with adolescents and adults in a collaborative-partnership approach. He works therapeutically in a solution-focused approach of mutual understanding, thoughtful communication, and respect in identifying areas of growth and reduction of anxiety and depressive difficulties.
Dr. Jed Savard provides mental health therapy and consultation with adolescents and adults in a collaborative-partnership approach. He works therapeutically in a solution-focused approach of mutual understanding, thoughtful communication, and respect in identifying areas of growth and reduction of anxiety and depressive difficulties.
Accepting New Patients, same week availability................................... Louis Poeltl Ed.S, NCC, C-DBT, LMHC, LPC is a clinical mental health counselor with over 15 years of experience providing therapeutic services to diverse populations, including children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. With a Master’s Degree in Mental Health Counseling and an Education Specialist Degree in Family Counseling, Louis is especially suited to incorporate clients’ familial and cultural backgrounds to uncover negative internalized beliefs that are holding back clients from living their best lives now.
Accepting New Patients, same week availability................................... Louis Poeltl Ed.S, NCC, C-DBT, LMHC, LPC is a clinical mental health counselor with over 15 years of experience providing therapeutic services to diverse populations, including children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. With a Master’s Degree in Mental Health Counseling and an Education Specialist Degree in Family Counseling, Louis is especially suited to incorporate clients’ familial and cultural backgrounds to uncover negative internalized beliefs that are holding back clients from living their best lives now.
I provide care to men struggling with trauma, family of origin issues, substance use disorder, other addictions, compulsive sexual behavior, pornography. I have a special interest in helping professionals in their personal and professional struggles with addictions, burnout, imposter syndrome and depersonalization.
I provide care to men struggling with trauma, family of origin issues, substance use disorder, other addictions, compulsive sexual behavior, pornography. I have a special interest in helping professionals in their personal and professional struggles with addictions, burnout, imposter syndrome and depersonalization.
My role as a counselor is that of a fellow journeyer, coming along side you for a time to collaborate with you and provide assistance. There are times during any journey that we feel lost, unsure, or afraid and would like a companion to help as we find a new direction and path. My goal is to provide a safe space for you to try out new directions and to assist you as you discover your true north.
My role as a counselor is that of a fellow journeyer, coming along side you for a time to collaborate with you and provide assistance. There are times during any journey that we feel lost, unsure, or afraid and would like a companion to help as we find a new direction and path. My goal is to provide a safe space for you to try out new directions and to assist you as you discover your true north.
Derrick Arciaga
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, MHP, LICSW, CCM
Verified Verified
Issaquah, WA 98027
In this line of work, it is amazing to see how positive progress is made with patients and how much their lives improve thanks to achieving small victories and through community resources/services. I would like to work with folks who seek to better themselves and create positive change in their lives. Together we could develop coping skills and build upon your strengths to enhance your quality of life.
In this line of work, it is amazing to see how positive progress is made with patients and how much their lives improve thanks to achieving small victories and through community resources/services. I would like to work with folks who seek to better themselves and create positive change in their lives. Together we could develop coping skills and build upon your strengths to enhance your quality of life.
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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. Prospective clients should also ask what the expectation is for treatment, and what the fee structure is, and whether and which insurance plans are accepted.
Can clients benefit from having a therapist of the same gender?
Therapy is not gender-specific, but some men as well as women feel more comfortable opening up about their experiences and history with a male therapist. An individual may feel that they have to explain less background information and be on the same page more quickly, particularly when discussing gender-specific challenges, in the case of male clients. Some women have prior negative experiences with women that predispose them to prefer working with a male in therapy. That said, a good clinician can transcend most if not all gender concerns. Ultimately, the most important factor in therapy is the connection and trust the client is able to build with the practitioner.
Would a male therapist have specific training in treating men?
Generally, no. There are no certifications for treating men specifically, but there are continuing education classes that therapists may take that focus on treating men as a group. There are many therapists who focus on men and male issues in their treatment and therefore have experience and expertise in this domain.