Male Therapists in Renton, WA
I will always meet clients where they are and create a safe environment to enhance the professional therapeutic relationship. I offer therapy using a variety of treatment modalities. I take a holistic and multicultural approach to ensure clients can find their strength and resilience. Gaining insight into their pasts, what's holding them back, and focusing on staying present.
I will always meet clients where they are and create a safe environment to enhance the professional therapeutic relationship. I offer therapy using a variety of treatment modalities. I take a holistic and multicultural approach to ensure clients can find their strength and resilience. Gaining insight into their pasts, what's holding them back, and focusing on staying present.
Training and Background I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the State of Washington (License LH0008737). I received my Masters of Arts degree in Mental Health Counseling from Seattle University in 2001 prior to receiving a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from the University of Washington in 1997. I worked as a Clinician with Compass Health in Snohomish County and as a Teaching Assistant in Seattle University’s counseling program while obtaining my Mental Health Counseling license, received in 2003.
Training and Background I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the State of Washington (License LH0008737). I received my Masters of Arts degree in Mental Health Counseling from Seattle University in 2001 prior to receiving a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from the University of Washington in 1997. I worked as a Clinician with Compass Health in Snohomish County and as a Teaching Assistant in Seattle University’s counseling program while obtaining my Mental Health Counseling license, received in 2003.
Hi – While I’m experienced in treating a variety of challenges, I specialize in working with anxiety and mood related conditions, grief/loss, and unresolved trauma. I also work with clients experiencing interpersonal conflict, parenting concerns, career related stressors, and stage of life angst.
Hi – While I’m experienced in treating a variety of challenges, I specialize in working with anxiety and mood related conditions, grief/loss, and unresolved trauma. I also work with clients experiencing interpersonal conflict, parenting concerns, career related stressors, and stage of life angst.
With nearly 20 years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families, Michael has successfully helped many clients with complex issues that negatively impact their lives and their families in significant ways. He believes in treating clients holistically (mind, body, and spirit) and that the work clients do outside of therapy is as important as the work they do in session. The priorities are helping clients develop skills and providing resources that will support them to make lasting change.
With nearly 20 years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families, Michael has successfully helped many clients with complex issues that negatively impact their lives and their families in significant ways. He believes in treating clients holistically (mind, body, and spirit) and that the work clients do outside of therapy is as important as the work they do in session. The priorities are helping clients develop skills and providing resources that will support them to make lasting change.
Accepting New Clients- My name is Justin and I'm a social worker and therapist. I help my clients understand who they are and how they fit into the world around them especially in dating, career, relationships, and family. Some challenges you experience may include impostor syndrome, low self esteem, low confidence, anxiety, worry, perfectionism, and poor self image. What you want is validation / knowing you're enough and the correcting perspectives you wish you had in your past experiences. This work can be so empowering for engaging all relationships (with yourself and work or career), dating life, partnerships, and family life!
Accepting New Clients- My name is Justin and I'm a social worker and therapist. I help my clients understand who they are and how they fit into the world around them especially in dating, career, relationships, and family. Some challenges you experience may include impostor syndrome, low self esteem, low confidence, anxiety, worry, perfectionism, and poor self image. What you want is validation / knowing you're enough and the correcting perspectives you wish you had in your past experiences. This work can be so empowering for engaging all relationships (with yourself and work or career), dating life, partnerships, and family life!
I have been practicing psychology in Washington State since 2009. As a clinical health psychologist I understand the role that the mind and body have on each other and have learned/fine tuned the mental and emotional strategies to not only improve emotional and mental well-being, but also have some positive effects on improving physical well-being.
I have been practicing psychology in Washington State since 2009. As a clinical health psychologist I understand the role that the mind and body have on each other and have learned/fine tuned the mental and emotional strategies to not only improve emotional and mental well-being, but also have some positive effects on improving physical well-being.
My counseling program exists to provide help, hope, and healing to people seeking to renew their lives. I am here to partner with you in your journey toward a more meaningful life!
My counseling program exists to provide help, hope, and healing to people seeking to renew their lives. I am here to partner with you in your journey toward a more meaningful life!
My name is Mark, and I am committed to creating a supportive, and collaborative environment for your personal growth and healing. I graduated from the New York University School of Social Work, and I bring a wealth of experience to my practice—working with individuals and groups across a wide range of backgrounds and challenges.
My name is Mark, and I am committed to creating a supportive, and collaborative environment for your personal growth and healing. I graduated from the New York University School of Social Work, and I bring a wealth of experience to my practice—working with individuals and groups across a wide range of backgrounds and challenges.
I enjoy working with individual adults and partners in relationships, and I am particularly adept at supporting change in men. Helping others overcome their current difficulties and function better in their life and relationships is my goal. Life can be difficult at times for all of us. I'm good at listening to your concerns, offering support and compassion, and then working with you to find ways to sit with and work through the feelings you're having. Together, we can find a pathway toward enjoying life again.
I enjoy working with individual adults and partners in relationships, and I am particularly adept at supporting change in men. Helping others overcome their current difficulties and function better in their life and relationships is my goal. Life can be difficult at times for all of us. I'm good at listening to your concerns, offering support and compassion, and then working with you to find ways to sit with and work through the feelings you're having. Together, we can find a pathway toward enjoying life again.
I greatly enjoy working with young and/or emerging adults, professionals, men in relationships, and differently able'd individuals. I see you as the expert of your life, which means that I see my role as that of a guide to walk alongside you instead of telling you where to go. Through this process I will provide you with tools and skills to manage and improve your mental health as well as your overall wellbeing. I have a knack for learning how people best integrate information in a way that is useable and serviceable. Everyone learns in unique ways, and I will help you practice these tools and skills in a way that works for you.
I greatly enjoy working with young and/or emerging adults, professionals, men in relationships, and differently able'd individuals. I see you as the expert of your life, which means that I see my role as that of a guide to walk alongside you instead of telling you where to go. Through this process I will provide you with tools and skills to manage and improve your mental health as well as your overall wellbeing. I have a knack for learning how people best integrate information in a way that is useable and serviceable. Everyone learns in unique ways, and I will help you practice these tools and skills in a way that works for you.
We have many years of experience working with youth who are experiencing problems at school and at home. We work to get them to graduation and onto a path to a successful adult in their community. We also work with youth who are experimenting with drug and alcohol use.. We understand that substance abuse will stop any chances of success if not treated. We also work with youth with behavior issues. Many young people want to go on to college and they do not need any behavior incidence issues on their transcript. We get to the cause of the behavior and find ways to end them We also work with adults with home, work, and family issues. We work with both adult and juveniles who are court involved. Mistakes are made, and those mistakes do not have to define someone. We work to get clients back on the right path. Our years of work in schools getting students back on track is something we specialize in. Our work with courts is also an area of specialty. Minds and behaviors must change in order to succeed and we are here to help.
We have many years of experience working with youth who are experiencing problems at school and at home. We work to get them to graduation and onto a path to a successful adult in their community. We also work with youth who are experimenting with drug and alcohol use.. We understand that substance abuse will stop any chances of success if not treated. We also work with youth with behavior issues. Many young people want to go on to college and they do not need any behavior incidence issues on their transcript. We get to the cause of the behavior and find ways to end them We also work with adults with home, work, and family issues. We work with both adult and juveniles who are court involved. Mistakes are made, and those mistakes do not have to define someone. We work to get clients back on the right path. Our years of work in schools getting students back on track is something we specialize in. Our work with courts is also an area of specialty. Minds and behaviors must change in order to succeed and we are here to help.
Trinity Counseling Centre, PLLC.
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, MARPT, EdD, RCC, CCC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Dr. Francis Gadigbe, a graduate of Seattle University, is a licensed marriage and family therapist in Washington State, USA, a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors in Vancouver, and a Certified member of the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (C.C.C), both in Canada. I assess, diagnose, and treat patients confronted with relationship problems, anxiety, depression, ADHD, multicultural issues, etc.
Dr. Francis Gadigbe, a graduate of Seattle University, is a licensed marriage and family therapist in Washington State, USA, a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors in Vancouver, and a Certified member of the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (C.C.C), both in Canada. I assess, diagnose, and treat patients confronted with relationship problems, anxiety, depression, ADHD, multicultural issues, etc.
You may feel capable and caring in many ways in your life yet still find yourself stuck in patterns that hold you back. Maybe it shows up as anxiety, old hurts, or struggles in relationships. Deep down you want to feel more present, aware, and alive. I work like a personal trainer for your mind, someone who unleashes potential and supports you to build the strength for real change. Together we’ll help you live more in the present so you can live with greater clarity, connection, and purpose.
You may feel capable and caring in many ways in your life yet still find yourself stuck in patterns that hold you back. Maybe it shows up as anxiety, old hurts, or struggles in relationships. Deep down you want to feel more present, aware, and alive. I work like a personal trainer for your mind, someone who unleashes potential and supports you to build the strength for real change. Together we’ll help you live more in the present so you can live with greater clarity, connection, and purpose.
Kristian Gursli, a Counselor Associate at LifeStance Health, is committed to supporting individuals throughout Washington on their journey toward self-discovery and growth. Serving clients aged 18 and up, Kristian provides a safe, judgment-free space where clients can explore their experiences and find meaning within their personal struggles. Through his trauma-informed approach, he creates an environment of safety and respect, encouraging authentic expression and empowering individuals to uncover a sense of purpose in their lives.
Kristian Gursli, a Counselor Associate at LifeStance Health, is committed to supporting individuals throughout Washington on their journey toward self-discovery and growth. Serving clients aged 18 and up, Kristian provides a safe, judgment-free space where clients can explore their experiences and find meaning within their personal struggles. Through his trauma-informed approach, he creates an environment of safety and respect, encouraging authentic expression and empowering individuals to uncover a sense of purpose in their lives.
I provide client-centered and humanistic counseling and therapy services for individuals. I follow the philosophy that we are all human beings, facing human problems. The aim of treatment is to reach stability, happiness in everyday life, and move closer toward the clients goals. This happens through making change, and changing the way we view our lives.
I provide client-centered and humanistic counseling and therapy services for individuals. I follow the philosophy that we are all human beings, facing human problems. The aim of treatment is to reach stability, happiness in everyday life, and move closer toward the clients goals. This happens through making change, and changing the way we view our lives.
Are you struggling with sadness, numbness, or even putting words to what you're feeling? Or maybe you're tired of getting through it without help. If you're interested in making practical changes and gaining deeper understanding simultaneously, we can work together to address issues like depression, anger, life transitions, career, relationships, and identity. I also have an understanding of corporate culture, job stress, and the pressures of balancing work and life. I have immediate in-person and telehealth openings.
Are you struggling with sadness, numbness, or even putting words to what you're feeling? Or maybe you're tired of getting through it without help. If you're interested in making practical changes and gaining deeper understanding simultaneously, we can work together to address issues like depression, anger, life transitions, career, relationships, and identity. I also have an understanding of corporate culture, job stress, and the pressures of balancing work and life. I have immediate in-person and telehealth openings.
Welcome, I am an IFS-informed therapist, and I have immediate in-person and telehealth availability. I work with individuals and couples experiencing anxiety, stress, and depression. In therapy we will work to build positive interactions and break negative patterns within your relationships. My work focuses on helping you to better understand yourself within the scope of your life's experiences. Therapy is a space to be curious about the "why" behind actions and behaviors, and I am most interested in helping guide people to their own "why." You are the expert in your story, and I am honored to see it.
Welcome, I am an IFS-informed therapist, and I have immediate in-person and telehealth availability. I work with individuals and couples experiencing anxiety, stress, and depression. In therapy we will work to build positive interactions and break negative patterns within your relationships. My work focuses on helping you to better understand yourself within the scope of your life's experiences. Therapy is a space to be curious about the "why" behind actions and behaviors, and I am most interested in helping guide people to their own "why." You are the expert in your story, and I am honored to see it.
Reaching out for support takes a healthy amount of courage, and it’s the first step toward meaningful change. I suspect that one of the reasons you’re here is that you’ve considered examining aspects of yourself, your experiences, and the challenges you are currently facing. I work well with individuals who seek a deeper understanding of themselves in service of insight and growth. I recognize that we all face problems that seem too daunting and impossible to change - merely acknowledging them can feel exhausting.
Reaching out for support takes a healthy amount of courage, and it’s the first step toward meaningful change. I suspect that one of the reasons you’re here is that you’ve considered examining aspects of yourself, your experiences, and the challenges you are currently facing. I work well with individuals who seek a deeper understanding of themselves in service of insight and growth. I recognize that we all face problems that seem too daunting and impossible to change - merely acknowledging them can feel exhausting.
Derek has extensive experience working with anxiety disorders, substance use, and trauma-related concerns. His approach integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and mindfulness practices, allowing clients to manage distress more effectively and make meaningful changes in their lives. He is especially skilled in helping individuals who struggle with addictive behaviors or have difficulty regulating emotions, guiding them toward greater stability and self-control. A central focus of Derek’s work includes treating PTSD/trauma, substance use disorders, and alcohol and drug-related issues.
Derek has extensive experience working with anxiety disorders, substance use, and trauma-related concerns. His approach integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and mindfulness practices, allowing clients to manage distress more effectively and make meaningful changes in their lives. He is especially skilled in helping individuals who struggle with addictive behaviors or have difficulty regulating emotions, guiding them toward greater stability and self-control. A central focus of Derek’s work includes treating PTSD/trauma, substance use disorders, and alcohol and drug-related issues.
Currently accepting new clients. I believe everyone has a special story to share and it would be my honor to hear it. My goal is to create a safe, warm, and comfortable space for individuals to share their story. This space is non-judgmental and focuses on creating meaningful experiences through therapeutic processes.
Currently accepting new clients. I believe everyone has a special story to share and it would be my honor to hear it. My goal is to create a safe, warm, and comfortable space for individuals to share their story. This space is non-judgmental and focuses on creating meaningful experiences through therapeutic processes.
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FAQ - Therapist Gender
As a man, why might I want to see a male therapist?
There are many reasons a man might wish to work with a male therapist, including a degree of shared identity, which may help client and therapist connect to each other and allow for a more free-flowing discussion of issues that can be deeply personal. Some men may feel more comfortable talking to a male therapist about relationship concerns, the pressures they feel around the roles society and family place on men, career or job challenges, self-esteem, or anger problems. For some men who have not had a male role models in their lives, a good male therapist may be especially helpful.
How can I find out about a therapist’s experience treating men?
Individuals looking for treatment should feel comfortable directly asking a therapist about their history treating men overall and the issues that arise in therapy with men. A good therapist will be happy to discuss such matters as well as their educational background, approach to treatment, and how they think they can aid a prospective client.
Can clients benefit from having a therapist of the same gender?
Therapy is not gender-specific, but some men as well as women feel more comfortable opening up about their experiences and history with therapists of a specific gender. An individual may feel that they have to explain less background information and be on the same page more quickly, particularly when discussing gender-specific challenges. That said, a good clinician can transcend most if not all gender concerns. Ultimately, the most important factor in therapy is the connection and trust the client is able to build with the practitioner.
Would a male therapist have specific training in treating men?
Generally, no. There are no certifications for treating men specifically, but there are continuing education classes that therapists may take that focus on treating men as a group. There are many therapists who focus on men and male issues in their treatment and therefore have experience and expertise in this domain.


