Male Therapists in Innisfail, AB
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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.
![Photo of Benjamin John Ellingson, MSc, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3fd0762b-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Through all my personal and professional experience it seems that the foundation for much of our suffering and of our healing is in the context of our relationships with each other. I have found that exploring and unpacking our relationship experience and expectations provides new pathways for healing. I love seeing people's excitement as they become newly aware of the thoughts and feelings of their family, their community, and even their own selves. May we find more hope together. Together may we find your pathways home.
Through all my personal and professional experience it seems that the foundation for much of our suffering and of our healing is in the context of our relationships with each other. I have found that exploring and unpacking our relationship experience and expectations provides new pathways for healing. I love seeing people's excitement as they become newly aware of the thoughts and feelings of their family, their community, and even their own selves. May we find more hope together. Together may we find your pathways home.
![Photo of Petro Palykhata, MA, RPsych, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/b6b48e51-374b-4d2f-bfe2-06f263ba9f9f/2/320x400.jpeg)
Hey there! I'm all about providing counseling that's centered around you, respectful, and geared toward getting results. Whether you're an adult, a late teen, part of a couple, or a whole family, I've got your back. From tackling tricky mental health stuff to smoothing out everyday relationship bumps, I'm here to help you uncover your potential and pick up some skills to make life better.
Hey there! I'm all about providing counseling that's centered around you, respectful, and geared toward getting results. Whether you're an adult, a late teen, part of a couple, or a whole family, I've got your back. From tackling tricky mental health stuff to smoothing out everyday relationship bumps, I'm here to help you uncover your potential and pick up some skills to make life better.
![Photo of Terry Mah, MA, CCC, CSAT, CMAT, RMFT](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3dccee6f-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Do you struggle with relationships, depression, anxiety or addictions from drugs, alcohol or sexually compulsive behaviours? They can feel overwhelming. Whatever your struggle is, you do not have to be alone in this journey to recovery and healing. We can work together to find new solutions to the struggles you are facing, develop a greater compassion and understanding for yourself and others. I provide confidential, compassionate and caring space to work through these challenges. You do not have to be alone in this journey. Call or email me today to book an appointment and start your journey of healing and recovery.
Do you struggle with relationships, depression, anxiety or addictions from drugs, alcohol or sexually compulsive behaviours? They can feel overwhelming. Whatever your struggle is, you do not have to be alone in this journey to recovery and healing. We can work together to find new solutions to the struggles you are facing, develop a greater compassion and understanding for yourself and others. I provide confidential, compassionate and caring space to work through these challenges. You do not have to be alone in this journey. Call or email me today to book an appointment and start your journey of healing and recovery.
Online Therapists
![Photo of Lee Atwood, MC, RPsych, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/2be6f5bb-c250-41a9-abb4-a8e956daad69/3/320x400.jpeg)
When you feel all hope is lost, there is STILL hope! Vincent van Gogh said, “There may be a great fire in our soul, yet no one ever comes to warm himself at it, and the passers-by see only a wisp of smoke.” I consider my job to hear and feel with you the great fire of your soul—your struggles, feelings of hopelessness and worry, feeling controlled by your emotions and past trauma, repeating patterns of conflict, battling addiction, or fighting an inner battle that others may not fully understand or appreciate.
When you feel all hope is lost, there is STILL hope! Vincent van Gogh said, “There may be a great fire in our soul, yet no one ever comes to warm himself at it, and the passers-by see only a wisp of smoke.” I consider my job to hear and feel with you the great fire of your soul—your struggles, feelings of hopelessness and worry, feeling controlled by your emotions and past trauma, repeating patterns of conflict, battling addiction, or fighting an inner battle that others may not fully understand or appreciate.
![Photo of Brad Muise, MACP, CCC, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/17c09147-4e70-4eb1-819e-076d5fc9d818/1/320x400.jpeg)
At Aligned Counselling, I have a particular interest in treating depression, anxiety, addictions, life transitions, and helping military spouses, and spouses of oil patch workers, who may be feeling isolated, lonely and sad. I believe that many mental health difficulties stem from a person's thoughts and behaviours not aligning with their needs and goals. This can come about for many reasons, including stress, recent or past trauma, substance abuse, anxiety, depression or other mental health challenges. Seeking help takes enormous courage and I understand it may feel overwhelming or frightening. I'm here to help!
At Aligned Counselling, I have a particular interest in treating depression, anxiety, addictions, life transitions, and helping military spouses, and spouses of oil patch workers, who may be feeling isolated, lonely and sad. I believe that many mental health difficulties stem from a person's thoughts and behaviours not aligning with their needs and goals. This can come about for many reasons, including stress, recent or past trauma, substance abuse, anxiety, depression or other mental health challenges. Seeking help takes enormous courage and I understand it may feel overwhelming or frightening. I'm here to help!
![Photo of Taras Danco - Alberta Psychoeducational Assessment Services, RPsych, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/d40fd0f9-6460-4ce7-8f8c-adc6652cc3e8/2/320x400.jpeg)
Alberta Psychoeducational Assessment Services
Psychologist, RPsych
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2X
I provide services to families looking to better understand their child's unique learning needs. This includes assessment and potential diagnosis of students struggling to acquire academic or social skills, experiencing mental health or emotional distress, as well presenting with challenging behaviours. A better understanding of a student's strengths and weaknesses can assist the adults in their lives in better supporting them to succeed. More info is available at: albertapsychoeducational.com.
I provide services to families looking to better understand their child's unique learning needs. This includes assessment and potential diagnosis of students struggling to acquire academic or social skills, experiencing mental health or emotional distress, as well presenting with challenging behaviours. A better understanding of a student's strengths and weaknesses can assist the adults in their lives in better supporting them to succeed. More info is available at: albertapsychoeducational.com.
![Photo of Woody Rae Forrieter - Core Essence Counselling, RTC, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/519dc7a2-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
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.
![Photo of Jesse Bacala, MA, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3c997d0f-09a2-4392-a5d3-b8b5dc4e2778/2/320x400.jpeg)
A straight-shooter type of therapist, I approach therapy like a regular person who goes through the same things many clients do and is not immune to struggles (anxieties, insecurities, stress, adversity, challenges at times) and focuses on constructing a real, honest down to earth conversation about how to engage progress through the grey zones and uncertainties in life. I have worked well with high performance professionals in the past, but can be very adaptable with almost anyone. I try to avoid textbook advice (unless it’s truly warranted), I give real workable suggestions or points, based on what works in a practical sense.
A straight-shooter type of therapist, I approach therapy like a regular person who goes through the same things many clients do and is not immune to struggles (anxieties, insecurities, stress, adversity, challenges at times) and focuses on constructing a real, honest down to earth conversation about how to engage progress through the grey zones and uncertainties in life. I have worked well with high performance professionals in the past, but can be very adaptable with almost anyone. I try to avoid textbook advice (unless it’s truly warranted), I give real workable suggestions or points, based on what works in a practical sense.
![Photo of Norm Wellington, PhD, RPsych, RFM, RPCA, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3c262f7f-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/6/320x400.jpeg)
Norm Wellington
Psychologist, PhD, RPsych, RFM, RPCA
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2N (Online Only)
My practice, over the years, has become more and more attuned to problems of conflict and issues of violence. As a trained child psychologist, I have seen first hand the raw damage an emotional injury continues to create. As a clinician, it has not been unusual for me to see the same sorts of trauma: yet locked away in one's memory, living on in current behaviour. This is what conflict can do. The issues just seem to keep on repeating themselves, inevitably with the same unfortunate outcomes. (My role sometimes is the Life Coach who becomes a personal guide.)
My practice, over the years, has become more and more attuned to problems of conflict and issues of violence. As a trained child psychologist, I have seen first hand the raw damage an emotional injury continues to create. As a clinician, it has not been unusual for me to see the same sorts of trauma: yet locked away in one's memory, living on in current behaviour. This is what conflict can do. The issues just seem to keep on repeating themselves, inevitably with the same unfortunate outcomes. (My role sometimes is the Life Coach who becomes a personal guide.)
![Photo of Johan Halland, RPsych, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/1cc36147-2afe-49f0-9912-fbd7ef83928a/1/320x400.jpeg)
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.
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Hi! My name is Joshua Adams and I'm passionate about helping people find their authentic selves and live out their self-chosen purpose. I am calm, empathetic, sincere, open-minded, and a good listener. I love getting to know people and finding their strengths, passions, dreams, and genuine values, helping them overcome any barriers to becoming their authentic selves such as addictions, relationship issues, depression or anxiety. It's about living a life deliberately according to YOUR VALUES, not someone else's. It's about living AUTHENTICALLY! Call, email, or check out my website: 403-690-7482 - authenticpsych.com
Hi! My name is Joshua Adams and I'm passionate about helping people find their authentic selves and live out their self-chosen purpose. I am calm, empathetic, sincere, open-minded, and a good listener. I love getting to know people and finding their strengths, passions, dreams, and genuine values, helping them overcome any barriers to becoming their authentic selves such as addictions, relationship issues, depression or anxiety. It's about living a life deliberately according to YOUR VALUES, not someone else's. It's about living AUTHENTICALLY! Call, email, or check out my website: 403-690-7482 - authenticpsych.com
![Photo of Mark A Kolodziej, CCC, PhD, Trauma, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4a375881-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Stress both workplace and life, sexual addicitons, relationships including couple, marital, family, co-worker, Christian. The goal of MARTHA7 counselling is to help people be the best version of themselves.
Stress both workplace and life, sexual addicitons, relationships including couple, marital, family, co-worker, Christian. The goal of MARTHA7 counselling is to help people be the best version of themselves.
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Daryl’s approach to counselling services is to provide an atmosphere of trust, respect, honesty and sincerity. His primary approach to counselling is Narrative Therapy. Using this approach, Daryl can listen closely and actively question for details in the narrative that support the individual’s values and strength-based skills. These details are then used to configure and guide the counselling sessions. By listening for and acting upon specific details that are being infringed upon in the given situation, the client and Daryl can align their mutual cognitive understandings of the values and skills.
Daryl’s approach to counselling services is to provide an atmosphere of trust, respect, honesty and sincerity. His primary approach to counselling is Narrative Therapy. Using this approach, Daryl can listen closely and actively question for details in the narrative that support the individual’s values and strength-based skills. These details are then used to configure and guide the counselling sessions. By listening for and acting upon specific details that are being infringed upon in the given situation, the client and Daryl can align their mutual cognitive understandings of the values and skills.
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Andre Benoit
Psychologist, MSc
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2R
Waitlist for new clients
Provide service for clients living in Calgary, Alberta, and those living in the Yukon through telepsychology. Are you feeling stressed, depressed, worried, angry, or anxious? Does your schedule feel full, but part of you feel lost, empty, or unsatisfied? Have you experienced trauma or PTSD or other mental health conditions? Do you struggle with your sleep, focus, being with others, or finding joy? Or is it even hard to describe what you are struggling with? Feel free to contact me at 403.354.0423 or my website www.deeprootstherapies.com.
Provide service for clients living in Calgary, Alberta, and those living in the Yukon through telepsychology. Are you feeling stressed, depressed, worried, angry, or anxious? Does your schedule feel full, but part of you feel lost, empty, or unsatisfied? Have you experienced trauma or PTSD or other mental health conditions? Do you struggle with your sleep, focus, being with others, or finding joy? Or is it even hard to describe what you are struggling with? Feel free to contact me at 403.354.0423 or my website www.deeprootstherapies.com.
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Richard Mercier
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MA, PPCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2X
It's in our nature to need connection and belonging. When we are in an intimate relationship, sometimes we fight, get discouraged and feel hopeless. We may feel lost and misunderstood. In our couple work, I will help you see the negative cycle that couples enter when they fight, identify the emotional needs and bring understanding and new patterns of communication that will bring satisfaction in your couple. During our individual journey of life, we experience challenges, negative events, losses and anxiety which can make us unhappy. Through our collaborative work, I will accompany and support you in finding connection and purpose.
It's in our nature to need connection and belonging. When we are in an intimate relationship, sometimes we fight, get discouraged and feel hopeless. We may feel lost and misunderstood. In our couple work, I will help you see the negative cycle that couples enter when they fight, identify the emotional needs and bring understanding and new patterns of communication that will bring satisfaction in your couple. During our individual journey of life, we experience challenges, negative events, losses and anxiety which can make us unhappy. Through our collaborative work, I will accompany and support you in finding connection and purpose.
![Photo of Al Roemer, BA, MACP, CCPA, CCC, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/2de540d7-75ea-410d-a5ce-49a782033d9d/3/320x400.jpeg)
Hi! I'm Al, and I am a Psychotherapist, Sexologist and Clinical Counsellor practising in Calgary, Alberta. I have over 20 years of mental health, addictions, crisis and outreach work in a variety of counselling settings. I share my time between my family, my private practice and various volunteer positions in and around the Calgary area.
Hi! I'm Al, and I am a Psychotherapist, Sexologist and Clinical Counsellor practising in Calgary, Alberta. I have over 20 years of mental health, addictions, crisis and outreach work in a variety of counselling settings. I share my time between my family, my private practice and various volunteer positions in and around the Calgary area.
![Photo of Dr. Caelin White - Caelin White Psychologist, PhD, RPsych, CPsych, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/40a584d8-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
Caelin White Psychologist
Psychologist, PhD, RPsych, CPsych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2S
My role as a psychologist is to serve as both a resource and ally to my clients. I work hard to ensure my clients feel heard and understood as they identify and move toward their goals. I respect clients' dignity, autonomy, and right to make decisions that affect their lives. I am also committed to being accountable as a clinician and providing ethical treatment that is informed by science. I regularly check in regarding the helpfulness of treatment and if service needs modifying, I will do my best to make it right.
My role as a psychologist is to serve as both a resource and ally to my clients. I work hard to ensure my clients feel heard and understood as they identify and move toward their goals. I respect clients' dignity, autonomy, and right to make decisions that affect their lives. I am also committed to being accountable as a clinician and providing ethical treatment that is informed by science. I regularly check in regarding the helpfulness of treatment and if service needs modifying, I will do my best to make it right.
![Photo of Collins Nwabunike, MA, MSW, RSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/82751ae7-1098-4e0b-a6bf-f489a1b450d4/3/320x400.jpeg)
Collins Nwabunike
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T3M
Life presents us with challenges that can interfere with health and wholeness. We each have the ability to approach and integrate these challenges, yet it is easier with support. I have been working in the mental health field for over 10 years, and so far have come to appreciate the work I do, as I learn from my clients' resilience and inner strength to overcome the challenges and issues that come across their path. I work with individuals seeking support with anxiety, depression, stress/trauma, relationship concerns, life transitions grief and loss. Together we will nurture resiliency, empowerment, wholeness, and well-being.
Life presents us with challenges that can interfere with health and wholeness. We each have the ability to approach and integrate these challenges, yet it is easier with support. I have been working in the mental health field for over 10 years, and so far have come to appreciate the work I do, as I learn from my clients' resilience and inner strength to overcome the challenges and issues that come across their path. I work with individuals seeking support with anxiety, depression, stress/trauma, relationship concerns, life transitions grief and loss. Together we will nurture resiliency, empowerment, wholeness, and well-being.
![Photo of Mike Denis, MEd, RPsych, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/204838c6-bf29-4c1e-9563-106eb0a00fc0/2/320x400.jpeg)
Mike is a Registered Psychologist with over 10 years experience working with divorce, separation, mediation, and high conflict families. He is a specialized Child & Adolescent/Young Adult Psychologist. He has experience conducting mental health, addiction, Borderline Personality Disorder, ADHD, anxiety, depression, Custody & Access assessments, and counselling both 'high risk' youth and adults. He is a certified and experienced DBT therapist, and practices Reality, Narrative, and Client Centred paradigms. He is courteous, respectful & open minded.
Mike is a Registered Psychologist with over 10 years experience working with divorce, separation, mediation, and high conflict families. He is a specialized Child & Adolescent/Young Adult Psychologist. He has experience conducting mental health, addiction, Borderline Personality Disorder, ADHD, anxiety, depression, Custody & Access assessments, and counselling both 'high risk' youth and adults. He is a certified and experienced DBT therapist, and practices Reality, Narrative, and Client Centred paradigms. He is courteous, respectful & open minded.
![Photo of Andrew Verreault, BABhs, MACP, CCSP, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/13bc33a3-204c-4a92-9480-e2c63140fa2e/1/320x400.jpeg)
I am a regular human being with real hardships and struggles just like you. Therapy shouldn't be odd, difficult, or full of questions you hate answering. Are you tired of being asked "So how do you feel about that?" in every therapy session? What about question's like "Why do you think that is?" & "What do you think you could do about that?" I imagine if you had the answer to those questions, you wouldn't be contacting me. If you want to have real, down to earth, practical conversations about what you are experiencing, as well as what might help, then I think you are in the right place.
I am a regular human being with real hardships and struggles just like you. Therapy shouldn't be odd, difficult, or full of questions you hate answering. Are you tired of being asked "So how do you feel about that?" in every therapy session? What about question's like "Why do you think that is?" & "What do you think you could do about that?" I imagine if you had the answer to those questions, you wouldn't be contacting me. If you want to have real, down to earth, practical conversations about what you are experiencing, as well as what might help, then I think you are in the right place.
Executive coaching, consulting and counselling for leaders and high net worth individuals and families. My education includes theory and practice in most major approaches in Psychology including Psychodynamic, Cognitive-Behavioural and Humanistic-Existential in combination with hands-on management experience. I have worked extensively in the arts and media on performance, creativity and anxiety. With four degrees in Psychology including a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology and a Certificate in Intercultural Studies, formal education has been invaluable. My best teachers however are my clients and life experience.
Executive coaching, consulting and counselling for leaders and high net worth individuals and families. My education includes theory and practice in most major approaches in Psychology including Psychodynamic, Cognitive-Behavioural and Humanistic-Existential in combination with hands-on management experience. I have worked extensively in the arts and media on performance, creativity and anxiety. With four degrees in Psychology including a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology and a Certificate in Intercultural Studies, formal education has been invaluable. My best teachers however are my clients and life experience.
![Photo of Joe Seddon, MC, CCC, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e5bdccc1-3429-4018-8452-4fd4431d8d26/2/320x400.jpeg)
Therapy is never a one size fits all approach. We all are navigating different life circumstances that can impact how we are able to function. Working collaboratively we are able to understand where you are, and where you would like to be in your life. We go through many transitions that can be overwhelming, we can find ourselves stuck and not sure how to move forward. Through therapy, we can work towards understanding the narratives that are keeping us in place and work towards creating a future that you want. I can pull from different modalities - narrative, existentialism, CBT, somatic work, and I am a trained EMDR therapist.
Therapy is never a one size fits all approach. We all are navigating different life circumstances that can impact how we are able to function. Working collaboratively we are able to understand where you are, and where you would like to be in your life. We go through many transitions that can be overwhelming, we can find ourselves stuck and not sure how to move forward. Through therapy, we can work towards understanding the narratives that are keeping us in place and work towards creating a future that you want. I can pull from different modalities - narrative, existentialism, CBT, somatic work, and I am a trained EMDR therapist.
![Photo of Al-noor Mawani - Dr. Al-Noor Mawani & Associates, PhD, MA, BSc, BA, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3ff7035a-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
I work from a client centered approach as the basis for our work together. We can then decide on which of the empirically supported approaches (or more likely which combination of approaches) is the best fit for you and your situation. The basis is a non-judgmental stance to what you face and designing a tailored, you-specific, empirically supported approach to help you gain a better understanding of your situation and more adaptive ways of managing or coping. I borrow from various approaches including client-centered, Cognitive-behavioral, Acceptance and Commitment, Mindfulness-based, Emotion focused, and insight oriented.
I work from a client centered approach as the basis for our work together. We can then decide on which of the empirically supported approaches (or more likely which combination of approaches) is the best fit for you and your situation. The basis is a non-judgmental stance to what you face and designing a tailored, you-specific, empirically supported approach to help you gain a better understanding of your situation and more adaptive ways of managing or coping. I borrow from various approaches including client-centered, Cognitive-behavioral, Acceptance and Commitment, Mindfulness-based, Emotion focused, and insight oriented.
![Photo of Daniel Prasad, BA, MACP, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/a427e935-beb7-4e39-8da5-edf356af112a/3/320x400.jpeg)
Located in Calgary. It is a difficult time, and challenges happen, my hope is to be able to work with you and draw on your strengths while offering a new perspective to help improve how things are going for you. One of the most challenging parts of counselling is the first step - reaching out. I am so happy to connect, answer questions, offer a no charge initial consultation, and to get started.
Located in Calgary. It is a difficult time, and challenges happen, my hope is to be able to work with you and draw on your strengths while offering a new perspective to help improve how things are going for you. One of the most challenging parts of counselling is the first step - reaching out. I am so happy to connect, answer questions, offer a no charge initial consultation, and to get started.
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Male Counsellors
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.