Male Therapists in Bellflower, CA

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Joseph Ferra
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bellflower, CA 90706
Joe Ferra, M.S., LMFT45177 Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist since 2006 Family Mediation Associates since 2006 Specialize in treating individuals, couples, and families struggling with Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders. Specialize in treating individuals, couples, and families struggling with Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders.
Joe Ferra, M.S., LMFT45177 Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist since 2006 Family Mediation Associates since 2006 Specialize in treating individuals, couples, and families struggling with Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders. Specialize in treating individuals, couples, and families struggling with Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders.
(562) 669-3833 View (562) 669-3833
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Phil White
Psychologist, CP
Verified Verified
Bellflower, CA 90706
I am a licensed clinical psychologist in California with 13 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety and both short and long term depression whether it is your first-time experiencing depression or you have struggled with it all your life, trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, & motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. I believe in setting realistic, achievable goals then building on the success of having reached them. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist in California with 13 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety and both short and long term depression whether it is your first-time experiencing depression or you have struggled with it all your life, trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, & motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. I believe in setting realistic, achievable goals then building on the success of having reached them. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.
(562) 669-3732 View (562) 669-3732
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Michael Brooks
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bellflower, CA 90706
My name is Michael Brooks, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I take a very direct compassionate approach to therapy. My main focus areas of practice are PTSD, anxiety, and depression. I use a variety of therapeutic approaches during my therapy work however, my most common theoretical approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-focused CBT, and Positive Psychology. The type of clients I typically work with are trauma survivors. I am most comfortable treating trauma of all sorts, depression, anxiety as well as couples working through infidelity and other problems in their relationships.
My name is Michael Brooks, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I take a very direct compassionate approach to therapy. My main focus areas of practice are PTSD, anxiety, and depression. I use a variety of therapeutic approaches during my therapy work however, my most common theoretical approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-focused CBT, and Positive Psychology. The type of clients I typically work with are trauma survivors. I am most comfortable treating trauma of all sorts, depression, anxiety as well as couples working through infidelity and other problems in their relationships.
(310) 988-1484 View (310) 988-1484
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Dr. J. Breland
Pastoral Counselor, PhD, MDiv, Pr
Verified Verified
Bellflower, CA 90706
I'm a licensed Pastoral Counselor and doctoral candidate (www.drjbreland.com). For over the last 18 years, I have been specializing in the treatment of individuals and couples experiencing a range of concerns, including marital discord, grief, depression, anxiety, and phase-of-life challenges. I use a personalized approach that integrates CBT as a certified clinician from the Beck Institute and the Gottman Method as a level 3 certified clinician, attachment-based, and faith-based counseling. We're a non-profit organization... So if you cant afford my services don't worry! (Matthew 10:8)
I'm a licensed Pastoral Counselor and doctoral candidate (www.drjbreland.com). For over the last 18 years, I have been specializing in the treatment of individuals and couples experiencing a range of concerns, including marital discord, grief, depression, anxiety, and phase-of-life challenges. I use a personalized approach that integrates CBT as a certified clinician from the Beck Institute and the Gottman Method as a level 3 certified clinician, attachment-based, and faith-based counseling. We're a non-profit organization... So if you cant afford my services don't worry! (Matthew 10:8)
(562) 307-8746 View (562) 307-8746
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Steven W Cohen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Bellflower, CA 90706
I have been counseling professionally for more than 30 years. I am passionate about helping individuals, couples and families experience joy in life that is dependent not upon circumstances, but on making good choices and learning how to develop healthy interpersonal relationships. I am particularly interested in helping married couples experience the most satisfying relationships they can. There is no doubt in my mind that if a couple is committed to improving their relationship and doing the work involved, they will achieve the kind of marriage to which they aspire.
I have been counseling professionally for more than 30 years. I am passionate about helping individuals, couples and families experience joy in life that is dependent not upon circumstances, but on making good choices and learning how to develop healthy interpersonal relationships. I am particularly interested in helping married couples experience the most satisfying relationships they can. There is no doubt in my mind that if a couple is committed to improving their relationship and doing the work involved, they will achieve the kind of marriage to which they aspire.
(714) 312-3149 View (714) 312-3149
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Ilya Shtykan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bellflower, CA 90706
Mr. Ilya Shtykan is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Masters's Degree graduate in Marriage and Family Therapy. In addition, Ilya has worked with multiple organizations and various types of client populations. Ilya has provided counseling for children and adolescents as part of a school-based program. Also, Ilya currently provides counseling services for sufferers of co-occurring substance abuse and mental health disorders.
Mr. Ilya Shtykan is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Masters's Degree graduate in Marriage and Family Therapy. In addition, Ilya has worked with multiple organizations and various types of client populations. Ilya has provided counseling for children and adolescents as part of a school-based program. Also, Ilya currently provides counseling services for sufferers of co-occurring substance abuse and mental health disorders.
(562) 669-2572 View (562) 669-2572
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Michael Matthews
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bellflower, CA 90706
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Certified Rehabilitation Counselor, and I attended Humboldt State and helped the campaign to expand Redwood National Park by 46,000 acres in 1976. I worked in the rehabilitation of injured workers on the North Coast, I graduated from St. Mary’s College of California, and I secured my therapist license in 2000, 21 years ago. I’ve been at the Calif State Department of Rehabilitation for the last 14 years helping the mentally disabled get an education and employment.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Certified Rehabilitation Counselor, and I attended Humboldt State and helped the campaign to expand Redwood National Park by 46,000 acres in 1976. I worked in the rehabilitation of injured workers on the North Coast, I graduated from St. Mary’s College of California, and I secured my therapist license in 2000, 21 years ago. I’ve been at the Calif State Department of Rehabilitation for the last 14 years helping the mentally disabled get an education and employment.
(323) 205-7088 View (323) 205-7088
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Jonathan Gomez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bellflower, CA 90706
My name is Jonathan Gomez LMFT 135094. My Specialty areas include Depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, childhood trauma and past trauma, grief and loss, parenting issues, anger management and life transitions. My therapy approaches are mainly Gestalt although I was also trained in psychodynamic and trauma informed care. I Work with adults and teenagers. Bilingual: Spanish. I typically work with Adults and teenagers. I love seeing the change in the client. Once change happens, it is like a whirlwind. That drives me to continue to do this work.
My name is Jonathan Gomez LMFT 135094. My Specialty areas include Depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, childhood trauma and past trauma, grief and loss, parenting issues, anger management and life transitions. My therapy approaches are mainly Gestalt although I was also trained in psychodynamic and trauma informed care. I Work with adults and teenagers. Bilingual: Spanish. I typically work with Adults and teenagers. I love seeing the change in the client. Once change happens, it is like a whirlwind. That drives me to continue to do this work.
(424) 484-1894 View (424) 484-1894
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Vivian Johnson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bellflower, CA 90706
My name is Vivian E. Johnson, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist. I predominately utilize the psychodynamic approach. I work with individuals, families, and couples experiencing anxiety, depression, disruptive behaviors, relationship challenges, self-esteem issues, and trauma. I help clients recognize their recurring unhelpful thought, emotional and behavioral patterns, and the defense mechanisms they've developed to avoid distress and cope with stress. This insight may allow them to begin changing those patterns and develop more helpful and healthier ways to cope with life stressors.
My name is Vivian E. Johnson, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist. I predominately utilize the psychodynamic approach. I work with individuals, families, and couples experiencing anxiety, depression, disruptive behaviors, relationship challenges, self-esteem issues, and trauma. I help clients recognize their recurring unhelpful thought, emotional and behavioral patterns, and the defense mechanisms they've developed to avoid distress and cope with stress. This insight may allow them to begin changing those patterns and develop more helpful and healthier ways to cope with life stressors.
(619) 815-7294 View (619) 815-7294
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Christopher Schell
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bellflower, CA 90706
My name is Christopher Schell, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in San Diego, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth and in-person visits. I work with children, adolescents, and adults and specialize in treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, acute stress, and various other client issues. My passion is to create a safe and nurturing space for personal growth and healing.
My name is Christopher Schell, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in San Diego, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth and in-person visits. I work with children, adolescents, and adults and specialize in treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, acute stress, and various other client issues. My passion is to create a safe and nurturing space for personal growth and healing.
(916) 656-0495 View (916) 656-0495

More Therapists Nearby

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Robert Verwys
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lakewood, CA 90713
Robert is a passionate clinician eager to walk alongside you. Robert has worked with children, teens and adults across many different life stages. Robert is particularly passionate about walking alongside teenagers and adults as they navigate through significant life transitions and the stress that come with them, supporting his clients as grow in their identities.
Robert is a passionate clinician eager to walk alongside you. Robert has worked with children, teens and adults across many different life stages. Robert is particularly passionate about walking alongside teenagers and adults as they navigate through significant life transitions and the stress that come with them, supporting his clients as grow in their identities.
(562) 608-1145 View (562) 608-1145
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Nicholas Barrington
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lakewood, CA 90712
Have you been feeling overwhelmed with depression or anxiety? If you’re coming here after your history of trauma and severe stress has made you feel disconnected from the world, you have taken the first step toward recovery. I can offer you a space to be heard and accepted, and to begin healing from your pain.
Have you been feeling overwhelmed with depression or anxiety? If you’re coming here after your history of trauma and severe stress has made you feel disconnected from the world, you have taken the first step toward recovery. I can offer you a space to be heard and accepted, and to begin healing from your pain.
(562) 573-9880 View (562) 573-9880
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David Sparks
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Lakewood, CA 90712
My name is David Sparks, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and Certified Brainspotter based in Antioch, CA, working with clients statewide via telehealth. I primarily work with adults and adolescents, and specialize in anxiety, stress, depression, trauma, and addiction. I have an integrated approach, often utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy and brainspotting to reduce symptoms and improve wellness.
My name is David Sparks, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and Certified Brainspotter based in Antioch, CA, working with clients statewide via telehealth. I primarily work with adults and adolescents, and specialize in anxiety, stress, depression, trauma, and addiction. I have an integrated approach, often utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy and brainspotting to reduce symptoms and improve wellness.
(951) 498-4944 View (951) 498-4944
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Aaron Quiroz
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downey, CA 90242
Waitlist for new clients
How often do you find yourself wanting to truly express yourself but can't? Do you fear backlash for expressing the challenges you are facing in the workplace, public settings, or even in the home? I am open-minded, empathetic, and unconventional in my approach from years of experience in working with clients and families in community mental health based settings. Since 2013 I have had a wide range of experience working with a variety of clients including severe and persistently ill, dual-diagnosis/substance use disordered, homeless, and at-risk transitional-aged populations on their path to recovery.
How often do you find yourself wanting to truly express yourself but can't? Do you fear backlash for expressing the challenges you are facing in the workplace, public settings, or even in the home? I am open-minded, empathetic, and unconventional in my approach from years of experience in working with clients and families in community mental health based settings. Since 2013 I have had a wide range of experience working with a variety of clients including severe and persistently ill, dual-diagnosis/substance use disordered, homeless, and at-risk transitional-aged populations on their path to recovery.
(562) 303-5440 View (562) 303-5440
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Ray Buchanan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CA 90650
Hello I’m Ray, a licensed marriage and family therapist with over 25 years of experience in the field. I am passionate about helping people find purpose and partner with you as you set out to live your best life. You may be ready for significant change or just a little change. That's great, and I will meet you where you are at! I am here for you. I specialize in life transitions, spirituality, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. I utilize interventions from a variety of treatment families including CBT, DBT, ACT, motivational interviewing and family systems techniques to affect change according to your individual needs.
Hello I’m Ray, a licensed marriage and family therapist with over 25 years of experience in the field. I am passionate about helping people find purpose and partner with you as you set out to live your best life. You may be ready for significant change or just a little change. That's great, and I will meet you where you are at! I am here for you. I specialize in life transitions, spirituality, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. I utilize interventions from a variety of treatment families including CBT, DBT, ACT, motivational interviewing and family systems techniques to affect change according to your individual needs.
(562) 684-6405 View (562) 684-6405
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Anthonie Etienne
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Lakewood, CA 90712
My name is Anthonie Etienne, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) , a Pastoral Counselor, and an Ordained Minister. I truly have joy serving those who are in need of realignment in their daily lives. Genuinely reaching the heart of any challenges/trials in life opens the opportunity of building from the inside out. Working on our relationship, which will be built on being heard and developing solutions together, creates empowerment to conquer all.
My name is Anthonie Etienne, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) , a Pastoral Counselor, and an Ordained Minister. I truly have joy serving those who are in need of realignment in their daily lives. Genuinely reaching the heart of any challenges/trials in life opens the opportunity of building from the inside out. Working on our relationship, which will be built on being heard and developing solutions together, creates empowerment to conquer all.
(323) 784-9706 View (323) 784-9706
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Efren Lopez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Long Beach, CA 90805  (Online Only)
In my time working with clients, many often come feeling lost, with a a deep sense of worthlessness and anxiety, experiencing a fear for the world and their responsibilities. Often, they come wanting to learn and understand why they feel this way and wanting to learn ways of managing their emotions. Their goals can often vary, but the common goal is that they just want to feel better and want to have purpose and direction in their life once again. If this sounds anything like yourself, then you are not alone and maybe we should sit down and talk about it.
In my time working with clients, many often come feeling lost, with a a deep sense of worthlessness and anxiety, experiencing a fear for the world and their responsibilities. Often, they come wanting to learn and understand why they feel this way and wanting to learn ways of managing their emotions. Their goals can often vary, but the common goal is that they just want to feel better and want to have purpose and direction in their life once again. If this sounds anything like yourself, then you are not alone and maybe we should sit down and talk about it.
(657) 837-2369 View (657) 837-2369
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Richard Skaff
Psychologist, LCP
Verified Verified
Downey, CA 90242
I enjoy working with people and guide them to achieve personal growth. I believe that the purpose of being human is to grow and achieve a better version of ourselves. I facilitate a comfortable and collaborative environment that will allow the client to achieve personal growth and insight, as well as resolve the struggle that brought him or her into therapy.
I enjoy working with people and guide them to achieve personal growth. I believe that the purpose of being human is to grow and achieve a better version of ourselves. I facilitate a comfortable and collaborative environment that will allow the client to achieve personal growth and insight, as well as resolve the struggle that brought him or her into therapy.
(562) 667-2881 View (562) 667-2881
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Dr. Anthony Morice
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CA 90650
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, addiction, or maybe just a lack of direction in life? Are these problems getting in the way of you pursuing your goals, or maybe draining on your relationships? With over 10 years of clinical experience working with diverse populations experiencing these issues, I have developed a passion for helping people find peace, meaning, and connection in their lives. Together, we’ll navigate the underlying factors contributing to your situation, and empower you to regain control and rediscover joy in your life.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, addiction, or maybe just a lack of direction in life? Are these problems getting in the way of you pursuing your goals, or maybe draining on your relationships? With over 10 years of clinical experience working with diverse populations experiencing these issues, I have developed a passion for helping people find peace, meaning, and connection in their lives. Together, we’ll navigate the underlying factors contributing to your situation, and empower you to regain control and rediscover joy in your life.
(415) 569-1539 View (415) 569-1539
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Patrick Cleveland
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Cerritos, CA 90703
Taking the first step toward getting help is the hardest part and I understand that. I am the founder & clinical director of Daybreak Counseling Center. We are an elite & dedicated group of therapists. We focus on providing a safe and nonjudgemental environment in order to help you speak freely, share your story, ask questions, and face any issues that arise. In beginning this inquiry, today you are one step closer to finding answers and solutions. Whether you are feeling down, anxious, confused, have relationship issues, or just want to grow emotionally and learn more about yourself, therapy can help. Your mental health matters!
Taking the first step toward getting help is the hardest part and I understand that. I am the founder & clinical director of Daybreak Counseling Center. We are an elite & dedicated group of therapists. We focus on providing a safe and nonjudgemental environment in order to help you speak freely, share your story, ask questions, and face any issues that arise. In beginning this inquiry, today you are one step closer to finding answers and solutions. Whether you are feeling down, anxious, confused, have relationship issues, or just want to grow emotionally and learn more about yourself, therapy can help. Your mental health matters!
(562) 366-1596 View (562) 366-1596
Male Therapists

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.