Male Therapists in K1G
For 25 years, I have been in practice both within the hospital and community settings. I work with a diverse group of individuals with an eclectic range of issues. I strongly value the relationship between the therapist and the client and so do not adhere to a predetermined approach to therapy; every person's situation is unique and as a result, my approach is tailored to meet individual needs.
For 25 years, I have been in practice both within the hospital and community settings. I work with a diverse group of individuals with an eclectic range of issues. I strongly value the relationship between the therapist and the client and so do not adhere to a predetermined approach to therapy; every person's situation is unique and as a result, my approach is tailored to meet individual needs.
Andrew Mendes
Registered Psychotherapist, MSc , BScH, RP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1G
I have over 20 years in the health and wellness field with a family and personal history that has driven my passion to helping others and the ongoing pursuit to improve my skills in this field. During my career I have been dedicated to support individuals (ages 16+) and couples who are experiencing a range of adversities, such as anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, anger management, stress, couples issues, grief, displacement, and loss. I am specialized in Substance Use Health and provide support to all individuals who are experiencing diverse range of issues related to substance use (self or others).
I have over 20 years in the health and wellness field with a family and personal history that has driven my passion to helping others and the ongoing pursuit to improve my skills in this field. During my career I have been dedicated to support individuals (ages 16+) and couples who are experiencing a range of adversities, such as anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, anger management, stress, couples issues, grief, displacement, and loss. I am specialized in Substance Use Health and provide support to all individuals who are experiencing diverse range of issues related to substance use (self or others).
My current practice is focused on helping men address addiction issues including substance use disorder and sexual addictions, as well as major life transitions including divorce and major career changes. I focus on evidence-based approaches to healing and offer a non-judgmental and empathetic connection with my clients. I believe that therapy is most effective when the therapeutic relationship is strong and client-centred. I adapt my approach based upon the individual needs and goals of each client and use a number of different modalities including cognitive-behavioural therapy, mindful self-compassion, and trauma-focused therapy.
My current practice is focused on helping men address addiction issues including substance use disorder and sexual addictions, as well as major life transitions including divorce and major career changes. I focus on evidence-based approaches to healing and offer a non-judgmental and empathetic connection with my clients. I believe that therapy is most effective when the therapeutic relationship is strong and client-centred. I adapt my approach based upon the individual needs and goals of each client and use a number of different modalities including cognitive-behavioural therapy, mindful self-compassion, and trauma-focused therapy.
Askwith Counselling Services
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, CCC
Verified Verified
Ottawa, ON K1G (Online Only)
What matters most is finding the right support for you, getting to workable solutions through professional collaboration with the right counsellor. For many life challenges, this means having a professional ally like Howard, as thousands of satisfied clients have experienced first-hand. After 15 years of counselling experience in Vancouver campus and agency settings, he recently spent over 2.5 years as a popular counsellor for students at Algonquin College, assisting adult students addressing challenges on a range of the "issues" listed on this page. Howard relishes fostering mental health, wellness, and strategies for adult life.
What matters most is finding the right support for you, getting to workable solutions through professional collaboration with the right counsellor. For many life challenges, this means having a professional ally like Howard, as thousands of satisfied clients have experienced first-hand. After 15 years of counselling experience in Vancouver campus and agency settings, he recently spent over 2.5 years as a popular counsellor for students at Algonquin College, assisting adult students addressing challenges on a range of the "issues" listed on this page. Howard relishes fostering mental health, wellness, and strategies for adult life.
Have you ever felt that what is happening in your relationships and your life, even your own behaviors, is not what you want? My specialized approach to understanding and changing emotional patterns and behavior can help you feel confidence and satisfaction in yourself, your relationships, and your life. Our sessions will focus on enhancing self awareness and putting oneself in a position of choice. In therapy we will use methods which separate triggers and reactivity so you can decide what you really want and how you behave. Identifying reactivity reveals why you sometimes feel you are not choosing your behaviors.
Have you ever felt that what is happening in your relationships and your life, even your own behaviors, is not what you want? My specialized approach to understanding and changing emotional patterns and behavior can help you feel confidence and satisfaction in yourself, your relationships, and your life. Our sessions will focus on enhancing self awareness and putting oneself in a position of choice. In therapy we will use methods which separate triggers and reactivity so you can decide what you really want and how you behave. Identifying reactivity reveals why you sometimes feel you are not choosing your behaviors.
Reaching out for help can be difficult. It is a deeply personal experience that can come with feelings of vulnerability and uncertainty. I want to commend you for getting to this point. Life can be overwhelming at times, you may feel like what used to help is no longer effective. Let me assure you that you are not alone, these feelings are more common than you think! I offer evidence-based therapy that has brought on desired change into the lives of many adults who have committed to engaging in therapy.
Reaching out for help can be difficult. It is a deeply personal experience that can come with feelings of vulnerability and uncertainty. I want to commend you for getting to this point. Life can be overwhelming at times, you may feel like what used to help is no longer effective. Let me assure you that you are not alone, these feelings are more common than you think! I offer evidence-based therapy that has brought on desired change into the lives of many adults who have committed to engaging in therapy.
“I'm up against a wall..., I'm suffocating..., I feel stuck in quicksand, I feel like I'm losing control..., I'm drowning..., people always abandon me..., I don't know what's happening... is happening..., I have a black anger inside me which..., I'm worthless..., I'm afraid..., I don't know what's happening to me..., it's stronger than me..., I I feel lost…etc. ". In this sea of thoughts, sensations, emotions and behaviors that can be overwhelming and express deep suffering that is often incomprehensible, incomparable and inexpressible. Your experience is true and you are unique in the way you experience and cope with it.
“I'm up against a wall..., I'm suffocating..., I feel stuck in quicksand, I feel like I'm losing control..., I'm drowning..., people always abandon me..., I don't know what's happening... is happening..., I have a black anger inside me which..., I'm worthless..., I'm afraid..., I don't know what's happening to me..., it's stronger than me..., I I feel lost…etc. ". In this sea of thoughts, sensations, emotions and behaviors that can be overwhelming and express deep suffering that is often incomprehensible, incomparable and inexpressible. Your experience is true and you are unique in the way you experience and cope with it.
Ryan Salter Online Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
Ottawa, ON K1G (Online Only)
These brains of ours don't come with instruction manuals - figuring out how to navigate life is tough enough, but can sometimes seem impossible when we experience mental health difficulties. I specialize in working with people with BPD (attachment trauma), anxiety disorders, OCD, couples and people with complex difficulties who may have been given multiple diagnoses. Therapy can be a strange process, I try to make it simple and straightforward. We get to know each other, and figure out if we’re a good fit. We get a clear picture of what the problems are, and what’s going wrong (and what’s going right) in your life.
These brains of ours don't come with instruction manuals - figuring out how to navigate life is tough enough, but can sometimes seem impossible when we experience mental health difficulties. I specialize in working with people with BPD (attachment trauma), anxiety disorders, OCD, couples and people with complex difficulties who may have been given multiple diagnoses. Therapy can be a strange process, I try to make it simple and straightforward. We get to know each other, and figure out if we’re a good fit. We get a clear picture of what the problems are, and what’s going wrong (and what’s going right) in your life.
Sometimes life can be challenging to navigate due to stress, depression, anxiety, overwhelm, and the impact of trauma and grief. I offer therapy services to individuals and families and welcome the opportunity to support you on your journey. I am committed to fostering a caring, non-judgmental space that draws on your strengths and meets you where you are. Through a collaborative approach, we can work together to identify the barriers that may be limiting your growth and potential. By deepening your understanding of your experience, I can support you to integrate the changes you would like to see in your life and relationships.
Sometimes life can be challenging to navigate due to stress, depression, anxiety, overwhelm, and the impact of trauma and grief. I offer therapy services to individuals and families and welcome the opportunity to support you on your journey. I am committed to fostering a caring, non-judgmental space that draws on your strengths and meets you where you are. Through a collaborative approach, we can work together to identify the barriers that may be limiting your growth and potential. By deepening your understanding of your experience, I can support you to integrate the changes you would like to see in your life and relationships.
Kurt Steeves
Pre-Licensed Professional, BA, SSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1G (Online Only)
Currently accepting new clients. I am a Queer, pagan, and polyamorous service provider at Pink Opal Counselling. I provide virtual services only. My services are trauma-informed, and grounded in anti-oppressive, feminist, and Queer theories. I have education and training specific to social services, SFBT, mental health, family studies, Queer studies, and psychology. I hope to work with members of the Queer community, those engaged with ethical non-monogamy, and those who may practice alternative spiritualities.
Currently accepting new clients. I am a Queer, pagan, and polyamorous service provider at Pink Opal Counselling. I provide virtual services only. My services are trauma-informed, and grounded in anti-oppressive, feminist, and Queer theories. I have education and training specific to social services, SFBT, mental health, family studies, Queer studies, and psychology. I hope to work with members of the Queer community, those engaged with ethical non-monogamy, and those who may practice alternative spiritualities.
Edward provides counselling and psychotherapy to adults, couples, families, adolescents, and children. He has a doctorate degree in clinical psychology, a master’s degree in counselling psychology, and he is a registered psychologist in the provinces of Ontario and New Brunswick.
Edward provides counselling and psychotherapy to adults, couples, families, adolescents, and children. He has a doctorate degree in clinical psychology, a master’s degree in counselling psychology, and he is a registered psychologist in the provinces of Ontario and New Brunswick.
Addiction is a multifaceted and complicated process. Although there is a commonality between various expressions of addiction, individuals are also unique and require personalized treatment. I endeavor to provide my clients with the best possible counselling based on the most current thinking in the area of addiction. I furnish a supportive and non-judgmental environment for clients to explore relevant issues that may be related to substance abuse and behavioural addiction. It is important to recognize that things will get better with dedication and acceptance. I will be there to help guide you through the process.
Addiction is a multifaceted and complicated process. Although there is a commonality between various expressions of addiction, individuals are also unique and require personalized treatment. I endeavor to provide my clients with the best possible counselling based on the most current thinking in the area of addiction. I furnish a supportive and non-judgmental environment for clients to explore relevant issues that may be related to substance abuse and behavioural addiction. It is important to recognize that things will get better with dedication and acceptance. I will be there to help guide you through the process.
Robert (Rob) Nettleton
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1G
Waitlist for new clients
As a therapist, my goal is to support you to live the life you want to live and become the person you want to become. I value authenticity, connection, and compassion, so it's important that we can create a space where you feel you can be yourself, without judgment, as we work together to identify, clarify, and ultimately achieve your goals. Clients I see tend to experience difficulties related to mood and anxiety, or are seeking coping skills to navigate stress and the complexities of life. Outside of private practice, I am a social worker and psychotherapist in Youth Psychiatry at The Royal Ottawa Mental Health Centre.
As a therapist, my goal is to support you to live the life you want to live and become the person you want to become. I value authenticity, connection, and compassion, so it's important that we can create a space where you feel you can be yourself, without judgment, as we work together to identify, clarify, and ultimately achieve your goals. Clients I see tend to experience difficulties related to mood and anxiety, or are seeking coping skills to navigate stress and the complexities of life. Outside of private practice, I am a social worker and psychotherapist in Youth Psychiatry at The Royal Ottawa Mental Health Centre.
Change is a difficult and humbling process. Being patient, kind, and forgiving of ourselves is not usually something we learned as children. Talk therapy is not advice or guidance: it's learning to hear your own decision-making processes, noticing feelings and what needs your trying to meet, discovering your value systems, and moving forward with small deliberate changes. Together in session we will tailor the work we do to suit your specific concerns. Researching therapists, going to therapy, looking at our least helpful patterns, or deliberating on whether to stay or leave a difficult situation takes courage. I congratulate you.
Change is a difficult and humbling process. Being patient, kind, and forgiving of ourselves is not usually something we learned as children. Talk therapy is not advice or guidance: it's learning to hear your own decision-making processes, noticing feelings and what needs your trying to meet, discovering your value systems, and moving forward with small deliberate changes. Together in session we will tailor the work we do to suit your specific concerns. Researching therapists, going to therapy, looking at our least helpful patterns, or deliberating on whether to stay or leave a difficult situation takes courage. I congratulate you.
I work with clients who suffer from various emotional difficulties such as depression, anxiety and trauma. I focus on educating the client what she or he is going through and together we design strategies that help cope with the emotional difficulties. An important emphasis is placed on sleep hygiene because healthy sleep often helps restore emotional well-being. We also offer physical rehabilitation at our clinic for clients who have chronic pain and other physical problems co-existing with emotional difficulties.
I work with clients who suffer from various emotional difficulties such as depression, anxiety and trauma. I focus on educating the client what she or he is going through and together we design strategies that help cope with the emotional difficulties. An important emphasis is placed on sleep hygiene because healthy sleep often helps restore emotional well-being. We also offer physical rehabilitation at our clinic for clients who have chronic pain and other physical problems co-existing with emotional difficulties.
Tim Kahtava Men's Therapy
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1G (Online Only)
When overwhelming emotions limit the pursuit of our responsibilities or passions in life there are effective strategies that can help regulate and minimize the emotional storms as well as provide the resilience needed to thrive in your life despite those storms. Life can be very difficult, unlike physical pain that is usually hard to ignore therefore treatment is sought after, emotional pain is unfortunately often ignored hoping it goes away. Anger, stress, anxiety, low moods, loss and relationship upheavals are all issues that can be better worked through with professional support through those storms. My name is Tim Kahtava, I
When overwhelming emotions limit the pursuit of our responsibilities or passions in life there are effective strategies that can help regulate and minimize the emotional storms as well as provide the resilience needed to thrive in your life despite those storms. Life can be very difficult, unlike physical pain that is usually hard to ignore therefore treatment is sought after, emotional pain is unfortunately often ignored hoping it goes away. Anger, stress, anxiety, low moods, loss and relationship upheavals are all issues that can be better worked through with professional support through those storms. My name is Tim Kahtava, I
I specialize in intensive couple therapy to create safe, and secure-functioning relationships. I explore attachment styles (developed early in life) so that couples understand why they say and do the things they do. With my guidance, couples define mutually-shared agreements that will provide a framework for operating as a team. And with this shared vision, they can learn to successfully manage any disagreements or disappointments that life may bring. My goal is to help each couple feel they are safe and secure, in each other's care, no matter the issue. I am a Level 11 PACT therapist.
I specialize in intensive couple therapy to create safe, and secure-functioning relationships. I explore attachment styles (developed early in life) so that couples understand why they say and do the things they do. With my guidance, couples define mutually-shared agreements that will provide a framework for operating as a team. And with this shared vision, they can learn to successfully manage any disagreements or disappointments that life may bring. My goal is to help each couple feel they are safe and secure, in each other's care, no matter the issue. I am a Level 11 PACT therapist.
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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.