Male Therapists in Blackfalds, AB
Are you struggling with daily life, goals, or your relationship with yourself or others? Do fear, anxiety, low self-worth, setting boundaries, or anger hold you back? I offer a collaborative, non-judgmental approach focused on helping you rediscover your self-worth and innate ability to navigate life's challenges. With a background in addiction treatment and a diverse upbringing, I integrate Eastern philosophy and spirituality into my practice. I presently exclusively offer online sessions while working closely with a dedicated team at Strength Counselling Services.
Are you struggling with daily life, goals, or your relationship with yourself or others? Do fear, anxiety, low self-worth, setting boundaries, or anger hold you back? I offer a collaborative, non-judgmental approach focused on helping you rediscover your self-worth and innate ability to navigate life's challenges. With a background in addiction treatment and a diverse upbringing, I integrate Eastern philosophy and spirituality into my practice. I presently exclusively offer online sessions while working closely with a dedicated team at Strength Counselling Services.
Benjamin Dunlop
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MC, BA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Blackfalds, AB T0M
Hi, I'm Ben. This is not an easy first step, but you should be proud of making this step. I know I am. It is very common to feel overwhelmed, isolated, or stuck in negative thought patterns, and feel like these emotions impact your daily life and overall well-being. If you are struggling with feelings of low self-worth, pervasive sadness, or chronic stress, and have difficulty managing your emotions or maintaining healthy relationships there is a way to find change. If you want clarity, support, or simply someone safe to talk to, I am more than happy to help!
Hi, I'm Ben. This is not an easy first step, but you should be proud of making this step. I know I am. It is very common to feel overwhelmed, isolated, or stuck in negative thought patterns, and feel like these emotions impact your daily life and overall well-being. If you are struggling with feelings of low self-worth, pervasive sadness, or chronic stress, and have difficulty managing your emotions or maintaining healthy relationships there is a way to find change. If you want clarity, support, or simply someone safe to talk to, I am more than happy to help!
Who are you? This seemingly simple question can be difficult to answer. Have you lost your answer? Tragedy, distractions, addictions, or avoidance often cause us to lose sight of our sense of self and lead us to make choices that contradict who we are at our core. The fallout of this can cause conflict in relationships and create unintentional barriers to building or fostering connections.
Who are you? This seemingly simple question can be difficult to answer. Have you lost your answer? Tragedy, distractions, addictions, or avoidance often cause us to lose sight of our sense of self and lead us to make choices that contradict who we are at our core. The fallout of this can cause conflict in relationships and create unintentional barriers to building or fostering connections.
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Everyone has their own story, and I am always ready and willing to listen to each individual. I will listen first, and then help you to explore and reflect on your past and current situation as you begin to move forward in your life. I am committed to providing a safe, non-judgemental and hopeful environment for you to share your story, and to begin working toward helping you to achieve your goals. I will support you in finding a new path of hope and well-being. I would be honoured and happy to work with you.
Everyone has their own story, and I am always ready and willing to listen to each individual. I will listen first, and then help you to explore and reflect on your past and current situation as you begin to move forward in your life. I am committed to providing a safe, non-judgemental and hopeful environment for you to share your story, and to begin working toward helping you to achieve your goals. I will support you in finding a new path of hope and well-being. I would be honoured and happy to work with you.
Feeling disconnected? It’s not like you haven’t tried, right? I get that. There have been times in my past when, despite trying my hardest to communicate or get along or fit in, it seemed like my best wasn’t good enough, and important others didn’t understand or accept me. That hurts. The freedom to be ourselves in genuine accord with others, especially people who are significant in our lives, is something most of us have wanted since we were kids.
Feeling disconnected? It’s not like you haven’t tried, right? I get that. There have been times in my past when, despite trying my hardest to communicate or get along or fit in, it seemed like my best wasn’t good enough, and important others didn’t understand or accept me. That hurts. The freedom to be ourselves in genuine accord with others, especially people who are significant in our lives, is something most of us have wanted since we were kids.
My ideal client is a child or youth with significant anxiety issues. They need a better understanding of what is going on in their heads and in their bodies. They want to feel less distress, and to be able to do the things that their anxiety is preventing them from doing. I'm not accepting new clients right now.
My ideal client is a child or youth with significant anxiety issues. They need a better understanding of what is going on in their heads and in their bodies. They want to feel less distress, and to be able to do the things that their anxiety is preventing them from doing. I'm not accepting new clients right now.
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Listening for your best self can best take place in the context of a safe, confidential, professional relationship with a therapist. Issues related to depression, anxiety, adult ADHD, workplace distress, relationship challenges, coming out and adjustment to illness often bring us to uncharted waters. In a collaborative, facilitated process we can identify specific strategies and skills for you to re-access your best self! Change is always possible.
Listening for your best self can best take place in the context of a safe, confidential, professional relationship with a therapist. Issues related to depression, anxiety, adult ADHD, workplace distress, relationship challenges, coming out and adjustment to illness often bring us to uncharted waters. In a collaborative, facilitated process we can identify specific strategies and skills for you to re-access your best self! Change is always possible.
I enjoy using my expertise to help children, adolescents, parents, and adults explore neurodevelopmental differences through supportive psychological assessment. The clients I work with are neurodiverse themselves, and/or have neurodivergent children. They are exploring this diversity to better understand themselves or their child, their needs, and how they can thrive at home, in school, in the workplace, and in their broader community. Diagnostic assessment can help to support appropriate interventions, access supports, clarify aspects of personal identity, and help people develop the story of who they are.
I enjoy using my expertise to help children, adolescents, parents, and adults explore neurodevelopmental differences through supportive psychological assessment. The clients I work with are neurodiverse themselves, and/or have neurodivergent children. They are exploring this diversity to better understand themselves or their child, their needs, and how they can thrive at home, in school, in the workplace, and in their broader community. Diagnostic assessment can help to support appropriate interventions, access supports, clarify aspects of personal identity, and help people develop the story of who they are.
I see adult and adolescent clients from all sorts of different backgrounds, and who present with a variety of psychological concerns. However, I feel I’m especially well-suited to working with folks who are undergoing significant life change (e.g., job insecurity, divorce, bereavement, diagnosis, etc.), and who are experiencing anger, anxiety, or depression while traversing the flux. I’m also a keen advocate of mental wellbeing within a number of specific communities, including: veterans and first responders, men (cis and trans), LGBTQ+ folks, expatriates/immigrants, entrepreneurs, and people practicing consensual non-monogamy.
I see adult and adolescent clients from all sorts of different backgrounds, and who present with a variety of psychological concerns. However, I feel I’m especially well-suited to working with folks who are undergoing significant life change (e.g., job insecurity, divorce, bereavement, diagnosis, etc.), and who are experiencing anger, anxiety, or depression while traversing the flux. I’m also a keen advocate of mental wellbeing within a number of specific communities, including: veterans and first responders, men (cis and trans), LGBTQ+ folks, expatriates/immigrants, entrepreneurs, and people practicing consensual non-monogamy.
My goal is to companion clients on their journey to change in a strength-based, action-oriented, respectful way. I hope to build honest relationships with clients, where vulnerability is welcome and becomes the vehicle through which change and self-awareness can be generated. I work collaboratively with clients to enhance coping skills where needed, and to support them in intentionally building meaningful lives.
My goal is to companion clients on their journey to change in a strength-based, action-oriented, respectful way. I hope to build honest relationships with clients, where vulnerability is welcome and becomes the vehicle through which change and self-awareness can be generated. I work collaboratively with clients to enhance coping skills where needed, and to support them in intentionally building meaningful lives.
Nick van der Sloot
Registered Provisional Psychologist, BSc, MC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2V
Whether this is the first time you’re seeking out therapy, or if you have done this before, the process can be overwhelming. With that being said, just know that by being here you’ve taken an important step forward in your healing & growth. The first thing I want you to know about me is that I’m deeply passionate about the work I do. I feel incredibly privileged to be able to sit with individuals and share a space with the emotions, experiences, and struggles that come up in a session. I try to create a calm, safe, and non judgemental atmosphere so you feel comfortable sharing in a new space.
Whether this is the first time you’re seeking out therapy, or if you have done this before, the process can be overwhelming. With that being said, just know that by being here you’ve taken an important step forward in your healing & growth. The first thing I want you to know about me is that I’m deeply passionate about the work I do. I feel incredibly privileged to be able to sit with individuals and share a space with the emotions, experiences, and struggles that come up in a session. I try to create a calm, safe, and non judgemental atmosphere so you feel comfortable sharing in a new space.
Welcome! Struggles can be a lonely and isolating experience. Reach out if you’d like to start the process of change.
Welcome! Struggles can be a lonely and isolating experience. Reach out if you’d like to start the process of change.
We enjoy helping clients of diverse backgrounds address both relationship and individual challenges. We provide empathic listening and a warm and safe environment to talk about issues. We can help you to gain perspective, understand and take responsibility for your feelings, and make clear requests for getting your needs met. We have experience working with a wide variety of issues including depression, anxiety, mood swings, low self esteem, out of control anger and addictions. (Visit our website for more information.)
We enjoy helping clients of diverse backgrounds address both relationship and individual challenges. We provide empathic listening and a warm and safe environment to talk about issues. We can help you to gain perspective, understand and take responsibility for your feelings, and make clear requests for getting your needs met. We have experience working with a wide variety of issues including depression, anxiety, mood swings, low self esteem, out of control anger and addictions. (Visit our website for more information.)
Context- the situation within which something(s) exists or happens, and that can help explain it. Are you looking to change things up and make things better? Let's discover the context needed for the positive change you have been seeking. Learn how to deal with anxiety, depression, or past experiences that create barriers mental wellness. Explore what is holding you back from being your best. I offer in person and telephone services.
Context- the situation within which something(s) exists or happens, and that can help explain it. Are you looking to change things up and make things better? Let's discover the context needed for the positive change you have been seeking. Learn how to deal with anxiety, depression, or past experiences that create barriers mental wellness. Explore what is holding you back from being your best. I offer in person and telephone services.
I work primarily with adults who face challenges associated with traumatic stress, depression, and anxiety. My warm demeanor and gentle repose enhances clients’ abilities to tune into their natural healing capacities. Twenty years of formal meditation training has shaped my therapeutic viewpoints, and I align with relational frame theory (RFT) and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT): third wave mindfulness-based behavioural therapies. I also work from a somatic, brain-body perspective, using Brainspotting (BSP) to help clients release deeper held traumas. Principles of hypnotherapy also inform my practice.
I work primarily with adults who face challenges associated with traumatic stress, depression, and anxiety. My warm demeanor and gentle repose enhances clients’ abilities to tune into their natural healing capacities. Twenty years of formal meditation training has shaped my therapeutic viewpoints, and I align with relational frame theory (RFT) and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT): third wave mindfulness-based behavioural therapies. I also work from a somatic, brain-body perspective, using Brainspotting (BSP) to help clients release deeper held traumas. Principles of hypnotherapy also inform my practice.
Let's face it, life can feel unbearable at times and relationships are emotionally stirring. If this is your first time working with a psychologist or not, this is likely not a high moment for you if you're reading this. Rarely do clients start a session with, "Derrick, I feel really good. My life is great! Things couldn't be better!" The reality is you're struggling, in pain, things are not going well for you or someone you care about, and I have entered the picture somewhere along the way. That you trust me or anyone else enough to connect with you in that struggle is tough to do, and a responsibility I do not take lightly.
Let's face it, life can feel unbearable at times and relationships are emotionally stirring. If this is your first time working with a psychologist or not, this is likely not a high moment for you if you're reading this. Rarely do clients start a session with, "Derrick, I feel really good. My life is great! Things couldn't be better!" The reality is you're struggling, in pain, things are not going well for you or someone you care about, and I have entered the picture somewhere along the way. That you trust me or anyone else enough to connect with you in that struggle is tough to do, and a responsibility I do not take lightly.
I work with a broad range of people to help alleviate anxiety, depression and stress. I also have experience working with couples on relationship issues and within a healthcare setting. I have worked for a long time with an adolescent population, more recently with a geriatric population, and everything in between.
I work with a broad range of people to help alleviate anxiety, depression and stress. I also have experience working with couples on relationship issues and within a healthcare setting. I have worked for a long time with an adolescent population, more recently with a geriatric population, and everything in between.
Cody Harper
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BFA, BA, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2N
In the early stages of our lives, we learn certain ways of coping and survival. These might have been ways of coping with your parents, or your school, or your peers. These might have been ways of surviving trauma, emotional pain, or injury. These ways were necessary to keep you moving forward. Yet, as we grow up, our environment often changes but our ways of coping and survival do not, and what may have kept us alive in the past may be holding us back now. Often, we find ourselves stuck within unhelpful patterns of thought, or with other people or lovers who reinforce those patterns.
In the early stages of our lives, we learn certain ways of coping and survival. These might have been ways of coping with your parents, or your school, or your peers. These might have been ways of surviving trauma, emotional pain, or injury. These ways were necessary to keep you moving forward. Yet, as we grow up, our environment often changes but our ways of coping and survival do not, and what may have kept us alive in the past may be holding us back now. Often, we find ourselves stuck within unhelpful patterns of thought, or with other people or lovers who reinforce those patterns.
Welcome! I'm so glad you found your way here. My name is Mateo Huezo and I'm a Latin Patlacheh (2 Spirit) person who works with folks across Alberta. I work with folks who are navigating issues around mood, anxiety, stress, burnout, trauma, grief, and more. Most of my work has been within 2SLGBTQ+ communities, with folks who are neurodivergent, and/or folks who are racially diverse in this society.
Welcome! I'm so glad you found your way here. My name is Mateo Huezo and I'm a Latin Patlacheh (2 Spirit) person who works with folks across Alberta. I work with folks who are navigating issues around mood, anxiety, stress, burnout, trauma, grief, and more. Most of my work has been within 2SLGBTQ+ communities, with folks who are neurodivergent, and/or folks who are racially diverse in this society.
It took courage to take this step and search for a way to better your life circumstances. You have the ability to overcome - sometimes all we need is support!
It took courage to take this step and search for a way to better your life circumstances. You have the ability to overcome - sometimes all we need is support!
Are you seeking a knowledgeable, down-to-earth, strength-based therapist to provide assessment or counselling service? Are you uncertain or reluctant to start therapy but know you or your family want change and need professional help? My ideal clients are seeking a therapist who is collaborative, genuine, and nonjudgmental. My goal is to help you move towards creating a rich, full, and meaningful life. Together we will commit to developing a safe relationship where you can learn the skills you need to face and overcome difficult challenges, experiences, and emotions.
Are you seeking a knowledgeable, down-to-earth, strength-based therapist to provide assessment or counselling service? Are you uncertain or reluctant to start therapy but know you or your family want change and need professional help? My ideal clients are seeking a therapist who is collaborative, genuine, and nonjudgmental. My goal is to help you move towards creating a rich, full, and meaningful life. Together we will commit to developing a safe relationship where you can learn the skills you need to face and overcome difficult challenges, experiences, and emotions.
Ever felt swamped by anxiety, depression, or relationship troubles? Or overwhelmed by life's daily struggles? If you're nodding yes, know this - you're not alone. Our paths may differ, but the destination is the same - understanding, healthy coping, and a better life quality. You deserve to be heard, validated, and empowered for positive life changes. And that's precisely what I offer.
Ever felt swamped by anxiety, depression, or relationship troubles? Or overwhelmed by life's daily struggles? If you're nodding yes, know this - you're not alone. Our paths may differ, but the destination is the same - understanding, healthy coping, and a better life quality. You deserve to be heard, validated, and empowered for positive life changes. And that's precisely what I offer.
Paul James Lapointe
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, BEd, BGS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2J
We all move back and forth on the continuum of wellness throughout our lives. Events in our life and stressors we encounter can bring obstacles for us all. These obstacles can lead us to fall off the path of where we hope to go. Through some of these times, we may suffer from challenges like depression and anxiety, which can put up barriers that may feel insurmountable. We all require others on this journey in life. My hope for you is that I may be one of those supports in helping you get things back on track and living the life you want to lead.
We all move back and forth on the continuum of wellness throughout our lives. Events in our life and stressors we encounter can bring obstacles for us all. These obstacles can lead us to fall off the path of where we hope to go. Through some of these times, we may suffer from challenges like depression and anxiety, which can put up barriers that may feel insurmountable. We all require others on this journey in life. My hope for you is that I may be one of those supports in helping you get things back on track and living the life you want to lead.
Would you like to change your life? Are you unsure what that means, or afraid of what it entails? Change can be scary, but you don’t have to do it alone. People describe me as someone who is warm, authentic, and accepting. My desire for you is that you don’t just manage symptoms, but that you are able to get to the root of issues, find healing there, and experience deep, transformational, and lasting change – change not based on willpower but change that is felt, experienced, and real. In working with me, you may find relief, experience peace, begin to hope again, and start to enjoy life in a way you didn’t think was possible.
Would you like to change your life? Are you unsure what that means, or afraid of what it entails? Change can be scary, but you don’t have to do it alone. People describe me as someone who is warm, authentic, and accepting. My desire for you is that you don’t just manage symptoms, but that you are able to get to the root of issues, find healing there, and experience deep, transformational, and lasting change – change not based on willpower but change that is felt, experienced, and real. In working with me, you may find relief, experience peace, begin to hope again, and start to enjoy life in a way you didn’t think was possible.
I am here to help. I embrace the "4C's" of my profession, an acronym that stands for caring, compassionate, competent, and well connected. You deserve the best, and that is all I offer. My ideal client is someone serious about improving, growing, and overcoming (or least better managing) whatever it is you need help with now. Please note that I live in Calgary and I offer live in-person sessions here, but I do see clients across Alberta via high-quality video software. BOOK APPOINTMENT: Click icon called "Website" on left side. My 83-second promotional video is at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-vOKqotpeaM
I am here to help. I embrace the "4C's" of my profession, an acronym that stands for caring, compassionate, competent, and well connected. You deserve the best, and that is all I offer. My ideal client is someone serious about improving, growing, and overcoming (or least better managing) whatever it is you need help with now. Please note that I live in Calgary and I offer live in-person sessions here, but I do see clients across Alberta via high-quality video software. BOOK APPOINTMENT: Click icon called "Website" on left side. My 83-second promotional video is at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-vOKqotpeaM
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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.