Male Counselling in Romiley, ENG

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Neil Gaw
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
Romiley SK6
I'm Neil, a passionate and empathic counsellor with a deep belief in the power of connection and self-discovery. My approach to therapy is rooted in the idea that together, we can uncover the strengths you already possess and use them to navigate life’s challenges. I have a strong foundation in Person-Centred Therapy (PCT), which places compassion at the heart of the healing process. If you often feel overwhelmed by self-criticism or a sense of not being "good enough," this approach can be particularly transformative. We’ll work as a team to identify your needs, explore effective techniques, and create a path forward that
I'm Neil, a passionate and empathic counsellor with a deep belief in the power of connection and self-discovery. My approach to therapy is rooted in the idea that together, we can uncover the strengths you already possess and use them to navigate life’s challenges. I have a strong foundation in Person-Centred Therapy (PCT), which places compassion at the heart of the healing process. If you often feel overwhelmed by self-criticism or a sense of not being "good enough," this approach can be particularly transformative. We’ll work as a team to identify your needs, explore effective techniques, and create a path forward that
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Stu Roberts
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
Romiley SK6
I'm Stu, the counsellor and founder SJR Therapy. I am passionate about mental health and firmly believe that counselling can change a persons life. I have a wealth of experience in lots of different areas - I worked in education for a number of years, as a counsellor and mentor to teaching staff and students and worked in the financial service industry before changing careers to counselling and psychotherapy. Having struggled with poor mental health myself and receiving therapy as a result, I can totally understand the nerves and anxiety that you may have before you embark on your therapeutic journey but you have nothing to fear.
I'm Stu, the counsellor and founder SJR Therapy. I am passionate about mental health and firmly believe that counselling can change a persons life. I have a wealth of experience in lots of different areas - I worked in education for a number of years, as a counsellor and mentor to teaching staff and students and worked in the financial service industry before changing careers to counselling and psychotherapy. Having struggled with poor mental health myself and receiving therapy as a result, I can totally understand the nerves and anxiety that you may have before you embark on your therapeutic journey but you have nothing to fear.
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Martyn Pars
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Salford M5
My Offer To You: Being heard, understood, believed in and supported. We all need this kind of support at some point in our lives. This is my offer to you. I am an accredited professional counsellor (PNCPS acc.) registered through the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP reg) which means I am held on the Professional Standards Authority Accredited Register thus ensuring protection to the public and helping to ensure their health and wellbeing. I have a particular interest in those with later in life ADHD diagnosis or if you suspect you might be. I am also a professional executive coach.
My Offer To You: Being heard, understood, believed in and supported. We all need this kind of support at some point in our lives. This is my offer to you. I am an accredited professional counsellor (PNCPS acc.) registered through the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP reg) which means I am held on the Professional Standards Authority Accredited Register thus ensuring protection to the public and helping to ensure their health and wellbeing. I have a particular interest in those with later in life ADHD diagnosis or if you suspect you might be. I am also a professional executive coach.
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Max Gillespie
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Manchester M1
People come to therapy for many reasons, but whatever their particular reason, there’s usually an intense need for connection and a hope for a deep renewal.
I offer a soulful approach to therapy grounded in the latest psychological theory. ​Often, it may seem that much of modern psychological therapy merely ruffles and reorganises the surface of the things that trouble us, seeing people who are experiencing psychological suffering as complex machines to which we can apply a set psychological theories. In contrast, after 20years of working as a psychological therapist, I believe it's more appropriate to approach clients as 'souls' in need of hearing, healing, connection, meaning, and renewal. ​
People come to therapy for many reasons, but whatever their particular reason, there’s usually an intense need for connection and a hope for a deep renewal.
I offer a soulful approach to therapy grounded in the latest psychological theory. ​Often, it may seem that much of modern psychological therapy merely ruffles and reorganises the surface of the things that trouble us, seeing people who are experiencing psychological suffering as complex machines to which we can apply a set psychological theories. In contrast, after 20years of working as a psychological therapist, I believe it's more appropriate to approach clients as 'souls' in need of hearing, healing, connection, meaning, and renewal. ​
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Matthew Hj
Counsellor, MBABCP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Manchester M12  (Online Only)
I work mostly with men (16+) struggling with anxiety, self-esteem, OCD & trauma. I have a relaxed and informal approach, focusing on building a solid relationship with my clients that acts as the foundation for the work we do throughout therapy. Most of my clients are hard working professionals who are motivated to make changes to improve their quality of life. I am a BABCP accredited CBT therapist and EMDR therapist. I also have training in other modalities (DBT, ACT and mindfulness) which I pull techniques or strategies from to tailor therapy to my client's needs.
I work mostly with men (16+) struggling with anxiety, self-esteem, OCD & trauma. I have a relaxed and informal approach, focusing on building a solid relationship with my clients that acts as the foundation for the work we do throughout therapy. Most of my clients are hard working professionals who are motivated to make changes to improve their quality of life. I am a BABCP accredited CBT therapist and EMDR therapist. I also have training in other modalities (DBT, ACT and mindfulness) which I pull techniques or strategies from to tailor therapy to my client's needs.
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Predrag Bogdanovich
Psychotherapist, COSRT General
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Manchester M3  (Online Only)
I provide Affordable Short-Term Psychosexual Therapy, Relationship Therapy, and Coaching in Optimal Life or/and Sex Coaching. I have been systematically seeing clients presenting with sexual and relationship difficulties in the clinical setting in Relate (July 2019 - October 2023) and on Private Basis from December 2022. I have acquired approximately 700 clinical hours. For difficulties I most often encounter in my work and can help you with please visit my website osle.info or book a FREE 20 to 30-minute Video Meeting with me.
I provide Affordable Short-Term Psychosexual Therapy, Relationship Therapy, and Coaching in Optimal Life or/and Sex Coaching. I have been systematically seeing clients presenting with sexual and relationship difficulties in the clinical setting in Relate (July 2019 - October 2023) and on Private Basis from December 2022. I have acquired approximately 700 clinical hours. For difficulties I most often encounter in my work and can help you with please visit my website osle.info or book a FREE 20 to 30-minute Video Meeting with me.
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Benjamin Nicholas Bamber
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
Manchester M14
The mode of counselling I specialise in is Person-Centred psychotherapy, uniquely hu manistic, as the approach affirms that each person has the resources within them to grow and develop, providing they have the right support.
If you are experiencing a recent bereavement, mental health crisis, behaviour change, addiction, relationship issue or uncertainty surrounding your identity I can help you gain a greater perspective through exploration and deep reflection into your self. It is expected of me to demonstrate empathy, congruence and unconditional positive regard so that you feel safe to share those difficult thoughts, feelings and actions you are experiencing. I am currently only delivering sessions online via video or telephone, however I am happy to do walk and talk therapeutic sessions, outdoors in the South Manchester Area.
The mode of counselling I specialise in is Person-Centred psychotherapy, uniquely hu manistic, as the approach affirms that each person has the resources within them to grow and develop, providing they have the right support.
If you are experiencing a recent bereavement, mental health crisis, behaviour change, addiction, relationship issue or uncertainty surrounding your identity I can help you gain a greater perspective through exploration and deep reflection into your self. It is expected of me to demonstrate empathy, congruence and unconditional positive regard so that you feel safe to share those difficult thoughts, feelings and actions you are experiencing. I am currently only delivering sessions online via video or telephone, however I am happy to do walk and talk therapeutic sessions, outdoors in the South Manchester Area.
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Rob Radcliffe
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Manchester M1
I know it can be overwhelming to sift through all these profiles, so I’ll keep it simple. I'm a qualified therapist with 12 years of full-time experience. I'm a friendly, down-to-earth bloke with a good sense of humour, and I've gained (a bit of) the wisdom that comes with age and experience. My goal is to understand and support you, but I'll also challenge you to break free from whatever is holding you back when needed. I have a proven track record of helping people reduce distress, understand themselves better, and navigate life more effectively. Whether you prefer face-to-face sessions or remote ones, I’m here to help!
I know it can be overwhelming to sift through all these profiles, so I’ll keep it simple. I'm a qualified therapist with 12 years of full-time experience. I'm a friendly, down-to-earth bloke with a good sense of humour, and I've gained (a bit of) the wisdom that comes with age and experience. My goal is to understand and support you, but I'll also challenge you to break free from whatever is holding you back when needed. I have a proven track record of helping people reduce distress, understand themselves better, and navigate life more effectively. Whether you prefer face-to-face sessions or remote ones, I’m here to help!
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Piotr Karpiński
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Manchester M1
As a psychotherapist, I help people who have difficulties in their relationships with others. They often feel fear of rejection and have a sense of loneliness. These problems can stem from various causes, such as difficult relationships with parents, low self-esteem, depressive or anxiety disorders, a life crisis, or addiction. I assist in identifying the source of these difficulties and work on resolving them.
As a psychotherapist, I help people who have difficulties in their relationships with others. They often feel fear of rejection and have a sense of loneliness. These problems can stem from various causes, such as difficult relationships with parents, low self-esteem, depressive or anxiety disorders, a life crisis, or addiction. I assist in identifying the source of these difficulties and work on resolving them.
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Dr Jeremy Rowe
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Manchester M1
Waitlist for new clients
I am a specialist OCD therapist; I offer Rumination Focused ERP (Dr. Michael Greenberg) for OCD. I treat anxiety, depression & other mental health issues. I assess & diagnose Autism & ADHD. I have extensive experience in supporting people through life events and transitions. As a Christian psychologist I support those who wish to integrate their faith and mental wellbeing and those who wish to explore their faith and doubts (including scrupulosity). I also work with people other faiths or no faith. I’m registered with all major UK insurers and I'm insured to work internationally.
I am a specialist OCD therapist; I offer Rumination Focused ERP (Dr. Michael Greenberg) for OCD. I treat anxiety, depression & other mental health issues. I assess & diagnose Autism & ADHD. I have extensive experience in supporting people through life events and transitions. As a Christian psychologist I support those who wish to integrate their faith and mental wellbeing and those who wish to explore their faith and doubts (including scrupulosity). I also work with people other faiths or no faith. I’m registered with all major UK insurers and I'm insured to work internationally.
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Alex Habens
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Manchester M32  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Please note - I am currently fully booked - - - Is anxiety getting in the way of what's important to you? Do you experience unwanted, intrusive thoughts or worries? Perhaps you feel controlled by urges to confess, seek reassurance, avoid things, or check things over and over... I specialise in supporting people with OCD and other common anxiety problems. I have lived experience of OCD and I can help you to make sense of what you're experiencing, develop new insights, and achieve lasting recovery. Whatever your personal reasons for seeking therapy, I'll be committed to supporting you with warmth, acceptance and compassion.
Please note - I am currently fully booked - - - Is anxiety getting in the way of what's important to you? Do you experience unwanted, intrusive thoughts or worries? Perhaps you feel controlled by urges to confess, seek reassurance, avoid things, or check things over and over... I specialise in supporting people with OCD and other common anxiety problems. I have lived experience of OCD and I can help you to make sense of what you're experiencing, develop new insights, and achieve lasting recovery. Whatever your personal reasons for seeking therapy, I'll be committed to supporting you with warmth, acceptance and compassion.
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Ciaran Mc Guinness
Psychotherapist, BACP
Verified Verified
Manchester M1
I am a Psychotherapist with experience of working with adults. I am trained and experienced in a variety of evidence based therapies, however my main approach is to explore the possible impact of early experiences and relationships is the focus of this approach. I explore unconscious processes, your emotions and feelings, ability to create and maintain healthy relationships with others and yourself in a safe, warm space. My aim is on developing a beneficial therapeutic relationship in which we can discuss emotions openly and honestly, in a non judgmental environment.
I am a Psychotherapist with experience of working with adults. I am trained and experienced in a variety of evidence based therapies, however my main approach is to explore the possible impact of early experiences and relationships is the focus of this approach. I explore unconscious processes, your emotions and feelings, ability to create and maintain healthy relationships with others and yourself in a safe, warm space. My aim is on developing a beneficial therapeutic relationship in which we can discuss emotions openly and honestly, in a non judgmental environment.
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Nigel Magowan
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Manchester M1
I am an experienced psychotherapist and have been in full-time private practice in Manchester since 2002. I use a flexible integrative approach and offer both long-term psychotherapy and counselling, as well as short-term therapies. I integrate psychotherapy with CBT, EMDR, Somatic Therapies, IFS, Focusing, DBT Skills, DBR, NLP and life coaching. I have experience of working with a wide range of issues including anxiety, PTSD, Complex PTSD, bereavement, BPD, depression, stress, abuse, generalised anxiety, OCD, public speaking, low self-esteem, relationship issues, shame, IBS and pain management. I am BACP and UKCP registered.
I am an experienced psychotherapist and have been in full-time private practice in Manchester since 2002. I use a flexible integrative approach and offer both long-term psychotherapy and counselling, as well as short-term therapies. I integrate psychotherapy with CBT, EMDR, Somatic Therapies, IFS, Focusing, DBT Skills, DBR, NLP and life coaching. I have experience of working with a wide range of issues including anxiety, PTSD, Complex PTSD, bereavement, BPD, depression, stress, abuse, generalised anxiety, OCD, public speaking, low self-esteem, relationship issues, shame, IBS and pain management. I am BACP and UKCP registered.
0161 696 3016 View 0161 696 3016
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benbambercounselling
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
Manchester M14
I am here to help you understand your emotions and behaviours, so that you can learn to manage them in a healthier way and gain a better perspective into your self.
I am a qualified person-centred counsellor, based in south Manchester. I specialise in person-centred counselling and cognitive behavioural therapy and offer both in person (walk and talk therapy and online sessions). I believe everyone should have the opportunity to feel listened too, accepted without fear of judgement and feel welcomed in a safe space. I have six years of experience working in mental clinical settings supporting individuals through addiction, eating disorders, psychosis, bipolar, PTSD and depression. My other passion is voluntary work supporting individuals with HIV/AIDS, fighting stigma.
I am here to help you understand your emotions and behaviours, so that you can learn to manage them in a healthier way and gain a better perspective into your self.
I am a qualified person-centred counsellor, based in south Manchester. I specialise in person-centred counselling and cognitive behavioural therapy and offer both in person (walk and talk therapy and online sessions). I believe everyone should have the opportunity to feel listened too, accepted without fear of judgement and feel welcomed in a safe space. I have six years of experience working in mental clinical settings supporting individuals through addiction, eating disorders, psychosis, bipolar, PTSD and depression. My other passion is voluntary work supporting individuals with HIV/AIDS, fighting stigma.
0161 524 7327 View 0161 524 7327
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Ernesto Brea
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Manchester M1  (Online Only)
When conducted with someone who is professional, caring, and confidential, it can assist you in navigating tough experiences and making them more manageable.
Hi, there My name is Ernesto, a UK-trained Online Counsellor and Psychotherapist who has been providing therapy for over a decade to adults from diverse backgrounds, including those who identify as part of the LGBTIQ+ community and members of ethnic minority groups. My experience has been mainly derived from working in a private practice setting and rendering my services to multicultural institutions, including sexual health clinics on the NHS in Central London. Ive worked with a range of presenting issues: Trauma, grief, loss, relationships & difficulties relating to sexuality as well as helping people make big life transitions.
When conducted with someone who is professional, caring, and confidential, it can assist you in navigating tough experiences and making them more manageable.
Hi, there My name is Ernesto, a UK-trained Online Counsellor and Psychotherapist who has been providing therapy for over a decade to adults from diverse backgrounds, including those who identify as part of the LGBTIQ+ community and members of ethnic minority groups. My experience has been mainly derived from working in a private practice setting and rendering my services to multicultural institutions, including sexual health clinics on the NHS in Central London. Ive worked with a range of presenting issues: Trauma, grief, loss, relationships & difficulties relating to sexuality as well as helping people make big life transitions.
020 3879 4257 View 020 3879 4257
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Nathan Jones
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Manchester M1
I am co-author of the recently published recovery manual and workbook, “Understanding Your Inner Child and Overcoming Addiction”.
Are you looking for a therapist who has been in your shoes? Someone who has felt the pain and anguish of addiction? Someone who won't judge and has the tools to help you recover from your own sexual/pornography/drug addiction? Someone, who has a proven record of helping people overcome their sexual addiction and lead a life of purpose and happiness? I am a BACP Accredited Psychotherapist who specialises in the treatment of sexual/drug addiction. I trained as a Cognitive and Behavioural Psychotherapist and recognised as a Certified Inner Child Recovery Process specialist.  I run an evidence based, online, group treatment program for
I am co-author of the recently published recovery manual and workbook, “Understanding Your Inner Child and Overcoming Addiction”.
Are you looking for a therapist who has been in your shoes? Someone who has felt the pain and anguish of addiction? Someone who won't judge and has the tools to help you recover from your own sexual/pornography/drug addiction? Someone, who has a proven record of helping people overcome their sexual addiction and lead a life of purpose and happiness? I am a BACP Accredited Psychotherapist who specialises in the treatment of sexual/drug addiction. I trained as a Cognitive and Behavioural Psychotherapist and recognised as a Certified Inner Child Recovery Process specialist.  I run an evidence based, online, group treatment program for
020 8106 4749 View 020 8106 4749
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Luke Cahill - in-person and online
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Manchester M21
TLDR - I mostly work with people dealing with anxiety, depression, and/or OCD stuff/intrusive thoughts, to better understand what's happening and find ways to improve things. I continue to learn to better support the people I work with, particularly around gender, sexuality and relationship diversity, and neurodiversity.
TLDR - I mostly work with people dealing with anxiety, depression, and/or OCD stuff/intrusive thoughts, to better understand what's happening and find ways to improve things. I continue to learn to better support the people I work with, particularly around gender, sexuality and relationship diversity, and neurodiversity.
0161 524 1128 View 0161 524 1128
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Nick Kartsanis
Counsellor, MCOSCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Manchester M15  (Online Only)
Being hu man is hard, but you don't have to go it alone. I can help you gain clarity about your needs and values. To slow down and pay more attention to your thoughts and emotional or behavioural patterns, which may be happening automatically or out of habit. To understand what their intentions are or what they’re trying to tell you about your life. To understand how you relate and talk to yourself, and to develop a more compassionate voice towards your self. This understanding will then be our guide for helping you to set goals and priorities for your therapy or your life, and for supporting you to work towards them.
Being hu man is hard, but you don't have to go it alone. I can help you gain clarity about your needs and values. To slow down and pay more attention to your thoughts and emotional or behavioural patterns, which may be happening automatically or out of habit. To understand what their intentions are or what they’re trying to tell you about your life. To understand how you relate and talk to yourself, and to develop a more compassionate voice towards your self. This understanding will then be our guide for helping you to set goals and priorities for your therapy or your life, and for supporting you to work towards them.
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Eagle counselling service
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Stockport SK2  (Online Only)
I understand that each person's therapeutic process is unique and, as an integrative, hu manistic therapist, I draw on a number of therapeutic and coaching techniques to be able support you.
I offer a safe and unconditional space for you to be heard and be free to explore your own relationship with yourself and help you process any experiences, habits or beliefs that may have negatively disrupted and impacted your sense of self and place in this world. Any experiences that told you that you were not good enough, not worthy enough, not safe enough, not lovable enough, not special enough or that told you that had no right to have any power or authority over your own life are experiences that need to be healed and released so that your connection with true self can be restored and re-established.
I understand that each person's therapeutic process is unique and, as an integrative, hu manistic therapist, I draw on a number of therapeutic and coaching techniques to be able support you.
I offer a safe and unconditional space for you to be heard and be free to explore your own relationship with yourself and help you process any experiences, habits or beliefs that may have negatively disrupted and impacted your sense of self and place in this world. Any experiences that told you that you were not good enough, not worthy enough, not safe enough, not lovable enough, not special enough or that told you that had no right to have any power or authority over your own life are experiences that need to be healed and released so that your connection with true self can be restored and re-established.
0161 524 8027 View 0161 524 8027
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Stephen Griffiths Swgcounselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Manchester M20
I am a Counsellor based in Manchester offering In person and online sessions. Life can be challenging, and in places it can feel intolerable and overwhelming it can be difficult to know where to start unravelling this, how to make changes, what changes, if any, we need to make, and to try to make sense of why we feel the way that we do. This can be a very painful experience but however dark it may be today, doesn't mean tomorrow won't be lighter, counselling can offer an opportunity to be heard and to be understood. I work with clients from all backgrounds but have particular experience working with Addiction and with LGBT+ issues.
I am a Counsellor based in Manchester offering In person and online sessions. Life can be challenging, and in places it can feel intolerable and overwhelming it can be difficult to know where to start unravelling this, how to make changes, what changes, if any, we need to make, and to try to make sense of why we feel the way that we do. This can be a very painful experience but however dark it may be today, doesn't mean tomorrow won't be lighter, counselling can offer an opportunity to be heard and to be understood. I work with clients from all backgrounds but have particular experience working with Addiction and with LGBT+ issues.
01707 247146 View 01707 247146

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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.