Male Therapists in K1J
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If you are looking at this site, you are likely experiencing personal, relational or work-related difficulties. You might be grieving the loss of someone close, of a relationship, or of a dear pet. You could be having difficulties in your couple Do you have symptoms of depression such as sadness, anxiety, distress, helplessness, or feeling numb? Do you have anger issues ? Many of us feel stuck in life and in our relationships. If any of these experiences are familiar, I offer a compassionate, collaborative and highly trained perspective to help you resolve or at least better manage some of your issues.
If you are looking at this site, you are likely experiencing personal, relational or work-related difficulties. You might be grieving the loss of someone close, of a relationship, or of a dear pet. You could be having difficulties in your couple Do you have symptoms of depression such as sadness, anxiety, distress, helplessness, or feeling numb? Do you have anger issues ? Many of us feel stuck in life and in our relationships. If any of these experiences are familiar, I offer a compassionate, collaborative and highly trained perspective to help you resolve or at least better manage some of your issues.
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Nicolas Paradis
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, RP, CCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1J
Life has its challenging moments, and sometimes those challenging moments are more intense than usual or last longer than we’d like. Over time, this may impact your mood, your energy, your relationships, your decisions, your behaviour and your health. Perhaps you’ve noticed yourself having more conflicts in your relationships, longing for a deeper connection and more intimacy with your partner, struggling to find meaning in what you do, or generally, losing a sense of self. If any of this resonates with you and you’ve been feeling overwhelmed and disconnected, I’m here to help. You don’t have to go through it alone.
Life has its challenging moments, and sometimes those challenging moments are more intense than usual or last longer than we’d like. Over time, this may impact your mood, your energy, your relationships, your decisions, your behaviour and your health. Perhaps you’ve noticed yourself having more conflicts in your relationships, longing for a deeper connection and more intimacy with your partner, struggling to find meaning in what you do, or generally, losing a sense of self. If any of this resonates with you and you’ve been feeling overwhelmed and disconnected, I’m here to help. You don’t have to go through it alone.
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Phillip Desroches
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BA, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1J
In this therapeutic space your voice holds significance, shaping our collaborative journey towards mental health and wellness. I aim to cultivate an environment where everyone, regardless of background or identity, feels valued and heard. While supporting you through challenges like anxiety, burnout, and depression, I offer a compassionate hand to navigate these complexities. Whether it's work/school stress, interpersonal struggles, or enhancing your skills, I tailor my approach to your needs, gently guiding you through discomfort towards growth. Together, let's explore if our therapeutic connection aligns with your journey ahead.
In this therapeutic space your voice holds significance, shaping our collaborative journey towards mental health and wellness. I aim to cultivate an environment where everyone, regardless of background or identity, feels valued and heard. While supporting you through challenges like anxiety, burnout, and depression, I offer a compassionate hand to navigate these complexities. Whether it's work/school stress, interpersonal struggles, or enhancing your skills, I tailor my approach to your needs, gently guiding you through discomfort towards growth. Together, let's explore if our therapeutic connection aligns with your journey ahead.
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ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. My practice services individuals, children, youth, families, and groups. We provide psychotherapy to support emotional distress, but not limited to anxiety, lack of motivation, sadness or depression, grief, feeling overwhelmed, feeling stuck in your life and relationship issues. Taking the first step can be difficult, we understand. If you are struggling with mental health issues, the team at Support & Growth Counselling Services can help. We offer a variety of counselling and psychotherapy services to ensure that you and your loved ones can build happy and healthy lives.
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. My practice services individuals, children, youth, families, and groups. We provide psychotherapy to support emotional distress, but not limited to anxiety, lack of motivation, sadness or depression, grief, feeling overwhelmed, feeling stuck in your life and relationship issues. Taking the first step can be difficult, we understand. If you are struggling with mental health issues, the team at Support & Growth Counselling Services can help. We offer a variety of counselling and psychotherapy services to ensure that you and your loved ones can build happy and healthy lives.
Koffi Mawoulé Adjagnon
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA, RP(Q)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1J
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Centrum Counselling and Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, RP, CCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1J (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Struggling with negative emotions or unwanted behaviours? Help is on the horizon. Located in East Ottawa, Centrum Counselling and Psychotherapy provides professionally licensed therapy services to individuals 18 and up.
Struggling with negative emotions or unwanted behaviours? Help is on the horizon. Located in East Ottawa, Centrum Counselling and Psychotherapy provides professionally licensed therapy services to individuals 18 and up.
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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.