Male Therapists in Carlsbad, CA
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Daniel V. Nemeth
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Carlsbad, CA 92008
Your life journey may take you to places and stages that issue challenges you might find overwhelming and expose you to painful experiences that leave you with deep scars and lingering hurt. But you are not alone. Facing feelings of frustration, pain, or a lack of direction, you might have a hard time accessing your inherent resources and finding hope for the future. And I am here to help you do just that.
Your life journey may take you to places and stages that issue challenges you might find overwhelming and expose you to painful experiences that leave you with deep scars and lingering hurt. But you are not alone. Facing feelings of frustration, pain, or a lack of direction, you might have a hard time accessing your inherent resources and finding hope for the future. And I am here to help you do just that.
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I help individuals and couples understand and overcome barriers that get in the way of living a meaningful and fulfilling life; this can include professional, emotional, or interpersonal challenges. My approach draws on narrative and cognitive based principles, that value the understanding of how our experiences, self-awareness, and relationships impact how we cope with life. I believe the process of therapy is one that encourages collaboration and curiosity, and in doing so creates a hospitable environment to explore a variety of life experiences and achieve a healthy life balance.
I help individuals and couples understand and overcome barriers that get in the way of living a meaningful and fulfilling life; this can include professional, emotional, or interpersonal challenges. My approach draws on narrative and cognitive based principles, that value the understanding of how our experiences, self-awareness, and relationships impact how we cope with life. I believe the process of therapy is one that encourages collaboration and curiosity, and in doing so creates a hospitable environment to explore a variety of life experiences and achieve a healthy life balance.
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I use a humanistic, client-centered approach to really listen and understand what is going on in the lives of each of my clients. Clients may present with depression, anxiety, addictions or anger issues. Any of these may stem from a variety of stressors; difficulties at work, or issues with friends or family. As we mature, we need to play new roles in life; as an employee or manager, as a spouse, becoming a parent, children leaving home, divorcing, parents aging or, as our children have families of their own, learning yet another role to play.
I use a humanistic, client-centered approach to really listen and understand what is going on in the lives of each of my clients. Clients may present with depression, anxiety, addictions or anger issues. Any of these may stem from a variety of stressors; difficulties at work, or issues with friends or family. As we mature, we need to play new roles in life; as an employee or manager, as a spouse, becoming a parent, children leaving home, divorcing, parents aging or, as our children have families of their own, learning yet another role to play.
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It is my belief that all individuals innately have the capability to enact the changes they would like to see in their lives. Yet too often in my work have outside forces taken a strong hold on the individuals locus of control. My role is to support my client with providing perspective and encouragement, in order to understand how to go about that enactment. Every person has the ability to rise to their challenges. At first it might not seem so because of whatever internal and/or external barriers they have encountered however I firmly believe each client is the hero of their own story and they will overcome their challenges.
It is my belief that all individuals innately have the capability to enact the changes they would like to see in their lives. Yet too often in my work have outside forces taken a strong hold on the individuals locus of control. My role is to support my client with providing perspective and encouragement, in order to understand how to go about that enactment. Every person has the ability to rise to their challenges. At first it might not seem so because of whatever internal and/or external barriers they have encountered however I firmly believe each client is the hero of their own story and they will overcome their challenges.
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I strive to help individuals and couples work toward goals that are meaningful to them. This might include improving an important relationship, healing from a difficult past experience, managing feelings of depression or loss, or coping more effectively with a stressful situation. I work alongside each client to help them gain insight and clarity into their areas of concern. My aim is to empower clients to make changes that are consistent with their values. I draw from my training and expertise in a variety of well-established treatments to meet the specific needs of each individual and couple that I work with.
I strive to help individuals and couples work toward goals that are meaningful to them. This might include improving an important relationship, healing from a difficult past experience, managing feelings of depression or loss, or coping more effectively with a stressful situation. I work alongside each client to help them gain insight and clarity into their areas of concern. My aim is to empower clients to make changes that are consistent with their values. I draw from my training and expertise in a variety of well-established treatments to meet the specific needs of each individual and couple that I work with.
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Whether you are looking to start a path of sobriety, take a new approach to mental health, or you are looking to take the next step in your personal development, Kellam Coaching is committed to guiding you towards success. My mission is to empower my clients to overcome challenges, develop new skills, and thrive in their personal and professional lives.
Whether you are looking to start a path of sobriety, take a new approach to mental health, or you are looking to take the next step in your personal development, Kellam Coaching is committed to guiding you towards success. My mission is to empower my clients to overcome challenges, develop new skills, and thrive in their personal and professional lives.
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I am a Licensed Educational Psychologist and have been in practice for over 17 years. I specialize in diagnosis of disorders that impact learning such as ADHD, Auditory and Visual Processing Disorders, Learning Disabilities, Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, and social/emotional difficulties (Anxiety, Self-Esteem, Motivation). If your or your child is frustrated, has difficulty following directions, or has challenges with peers it may be due to an underlying issue and I will work to shed light on and resolve those issues. Through assessment you or your child can be relieved of frustrations and find success at school or in the workplace.
I am a Licensed Educational Psychologist and have been in practice for over 17 years. I specialize in diagnosis of disorders that impact learning such as ADHD, Auditory and Visual Processing Disorders, Learning Disabilities, Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, and social/emotional difficulties (Anxiety, Self-Esteem, Motivation). If your or your child is frustrated, has difficulty following directions, or has challenges with peers it may be due to an underlying issue and I will work to shed light on and resolve those issues. Through assessment you or your child can be relieved of frustrations and find success at school or in the workplace.
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Suffering from Anxiety or Depression? Intelligent, competent, and capable, but still overwhelmed? Intrusive worries about money, relationships, self-esteem?
Fuel-Centers Specializing in Anxiety has experts who can help.
If any of the above questions sound familiar, it is because you are not alone. And waiting simply prolongs your discomfort.
Salient change can occur from just weeks in therapy, yet for others lasting change is achieved from a deeper understanding of life's issues. Fuel staff, led by Dr. Jason Camu, may help you gain control of anxiety, so life is on your terms--confident, fulfilling, and rewarding.
Suffering from Anxiety or Depression? Intelligent, competent, and capable, but still overwhelmed? Intrusive worries about money, relationships, self-esteem?
Fuel-Centers Specializing in Anxiety has experts who can help.
If any of the above questions sound familiar, it is because you are not alone. And waiting simply prolongs your discomfort.
Salient change can occur from just weeks in therapy, yet for others lasting change is achieved from a deeper understanding of life's issues. Fuel staff, led by Dr. Jason Camu, may help you gain control of anxiety, so life is on your terms--confident, fulfilling, and rewarding.
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Therapy is an opportunity to resolve and recover from life’s most difficult experiences. The therapeutic process can help you align your emotions and behaviors with the balance you seek in your life. Whether you regularly witness traumatic scenes or situations, have been exposed to a single traumatic event, or are struggling with the long-term effects of an earlier trauma, I can equip you with the practical tools to enhance your overall recovery and increase your quality of life. Treatment can help improve sleep, concentration, intimacy, family connection, and overall feelings of safety.
Therapy is an opportunity to resolve and recover from life’s most difficult experiences. The therapeutic process can help you align your emotions and behaviors with the balance you seek in your life. Whether you regularly witness traumatic scenes or situations, have been exposed to a single traumatic event, or are struggling with the long-term effects of an earlier trauma, I can equip you with the practical tools to enhance your overall recovery and increase your quality of life. Treatment can help improve sleep, concentration, intimacy, family connection, and overall feelings of safety.
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Jason Richardson
Psychologist, MBA, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Carlsbad, CA 92009 (Online Only)
I work with clients who value making an investment in themselves and their personal/professional development. If you're an entrepreneur, executive, manager, athlete, or past athlete--maybe a combination of two or three!--there is a lot I can show you! Better concentration, greater confidence, ability to focus on the task, stress/anxiety/attentional control strategies, more positive thoughts and imagery, more determination. We will also work on effective goal-setting strategies (beyond SMART goals), managing distractions, managing triggers, and true leadership development. There isn't enough room to type all of the work we can do!
I work with clients who value making an investment in themselves and their personal/professional development. If you're an entrepreneur, executive, manager, athlete, or past athlete--maybe a combination of two or three!--there is a lot I can show you! Better concentration, greater confidence, ability to focus on the task, stress/anxiety/attentional control strategies, more positive thoughts and imagery, more determination. We will also work on effective goal-setting strategies (beyond SMART goals), managing distractions, managing triggers, and true leadership development. There isn't enough room to type all of the work we can do!
I PREFER TO WORK WITH ADULTS AND COUPLES WHO ARE INVESTED IN LEARNING MORE ABOUT THEMSELVES AND THEIR RELATIONSHIPS AS A MEANS TO ADDRESS THE PROBLEMS THEY CURRENTLY EXPERIENCE. I VIEW PROBLEMS AS OPPORTUNITIES FOR GROWTH AND SEE MY ROLE AS HELPING YOU DRAW ON YOUR PERSONAL RESOURCES TO BECOME THE PERSON YOU WISH TO BE.I HAVE WORKED WITH ALL AGE GROUPS AND MOST ALL KINDS OF PROBLEMS IN CLINICAL, UNIVERSITY AND PRIVATE PRACTICE SETTINGS. PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES INCLUDE TEACHING AND SUPERVISING PSYCHOLOGY GRADUATE STUDENTS AND PROFESSIONAL THERAPISTS, WRITING, EDITING, PROFESSIONAL WORKSHOPS AND PRESENTATIONS AND SERVICE TO MY PROFESSION.
I PREFER TO WORK WITH ADULTS AND COUPLES WHO ARE INVESTED IN LEARNING MORE ABOUT THEMSELVES AND THEIR RELATIONSHIPS AS A MEANS TO ADDRESS THE PROBLEMS THEY CURRENTLY EXPERIENCE. I VIEW PROBLEMS AS OPPORTUNITIES FOR GROWTH AND SEE MY ROLE AS HELPING YOU DRAW ON YOUR PERSONAL RESOURCES TO BECOME THE PERSON YOU WISH TO BE.I HAVE WORKED WITH ALL AGE GROUPS AND MOST ALL KINDS OF PROBLEMS IN CLINICAL, UNIVERSITY AND PRIVATE PRACTICE SETTINGS. PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES INCLUDE TEACHING AND SUPERVISING PSYCHOLOGY GRADUATE STUDENTS AND PROFESSIONAL THERAPISTS, WRITING, EDITING, PROFESSIONAL WORKSHOPS AND PRESENTATIONS AND SERVICE TO MY PROFESSION.
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Bryan -Telehealth Available- Vasquez
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, CATCIII
Verified Verified
Carlsbad, CA 92009
Struggling with addiction & feel rehab isn’t an option? Want to adjust your relationship with a substance instead of being told you must quit? Leaving your family, job, school or responsibilities for an extended period of time is not always needed to get yourself healthy & on track. If you or a loved one are struggling with addiction, I know the challenges of this lifestyle. Being caught in the cycle of addiction is hard...feelings of anxiety, guilt, & shame. You may have tried cutting back or stopping on your own, only to find yourself engaging in the same unhelpful pattern. I specialize in moderation & abstinence based approaches.
Struggling with addiction & feel rehab isn’t an option? Want to adjust your relationship with a substance instead of being told you must quit? Leaving your family, job, school or responsibilities for an extended period of time is not always needed to get yourself healthy & on track. If you or a loved one are struggling with addiction, I know the challenges of this lifestyle. Being caught in the cycle of addiction is hard...feelings of anxiety, guilt, & shame. You may have tried cutting back or stopping on your own, only to find yourself engaging in the same unhelpful pattern. I specialize in moderation & abstinence based approaches.
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Taking the plunge and getting into therapy is the first step in trying to change the direction of your life. If you are struggling with life decisions, or recently gone through some difficult life changes and are challenged by anxiety, depression, motivation, self-esteem, or religious paradigm changes, you are not alone.
Taking the plunge and getting into therapy is the first step in trying to change the direction of your life. If you are struggling with life decisions, or recently gone through some difficult life changes and are challenged by anxiety, depression, motivation, self-esteem, or religious paradigm changes, you are not alone.
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Greetings! I am a psychologist providing therapy and assessment services. My background is in treating youth, young adults, and families. I primarily utilize cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) with an emphasis on acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT). I offer virtual-based sessions but primarily work in the office. Assessment services (psychological testing, psychological evaluation) is also a major focus of mine. I specialize in assessment of autism, ADHD, and academics, as well as general psychodiagnostic assessment (clarifying diagnoses) in kids and adults (6 years and older).
Greetings! I am a psychologist providing therapy and assessment services. My background is in treating youth, young adults, and families. I primarily utilize cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) with an emphasis on acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT). I offer virtual-based sessions but primarily work in the office. Assessment services (psychological testing, psychological evaluation) is also a major focus of mine. I specialize in assessment of autism, ADHD, and academics, as well as general psychodiagnostic assessment (clarifying diagnoses) in kids and adults (6 years and older).
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How do you handle anxiety? Do you need support and have a hard time asking for help? We often isolate, hide our emotions, disappear into gaming, work, social media, substances, have destructive relationships, and often while putting others before ourselves. Holding in these stresses and trying to "fix it" alone can weigh on your mind, and it can come out in ways that make your life difficult and unenjoyable. I can provide a space where we focus on you, and we ask where are things challenging for you, and how can things be better?
How do you handle anxiety? Do you need support and have a hard time asking for help? We often isolate, hide our emotions, disappear into gaming, work, social media, substances, have destructive relationships, and often while putting others before ourselves. Holding in these stresses and trying to "fix it" alone can weigh on your mind, and it can come out in ways that make your life difficult and unenjoyable. I can provide a space where we focus on you, and we ask where are things challenging for you, and how can things be better?
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Hello. My name is Mark. I am a gay, disabled therapist (licensed clinical social worker, LCSW). I believe that we all have the strengths to overcome or cope with the challenges we face, we might just need a little support. I work with a wide range of clients, but I have a passion for those with disabilities, those with foster care experience, and those in the LGBTQI community. I work with clients facing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, and life transitions. While in session with me you can expect a direct and empathetic approach.
Hello. My name is Mark. I am a gay, disabled therapist (licensed clinical social worker, LCSW). I believe that we all have the strengths to overcome or cope with the challenges we face, we might just need a little support. I work with a wide range of clients, but I have a passion for those with disabilities, those with foster care experience, and those in the LGBTQI community. I work with clients facing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, and life transitions. While in session with me you can expect a direct and empathetic approach.
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Louis Heit
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MFT, LCSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Carlsbad, CA 92008
I work from a reality-based, solution-focused orientation that allows my clients the ability to resolve problems thoroughly and effectively. While I may use a variety of techniques or interventions, depending on the needs of my clients, I tend to work from both cognitive/behavioral and family systems orientations.
I work from a reality-based, solution-focused orientation that allows my clients the ability to resolve problems thoroughly and effectively. While I may use a variety of techniques or interventions, depending on the needs of my clients, I tend to work from both cognitive/behavioral and family systems orientations.
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Chris Cade
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Carlsbad, CA 92008
Seeking help can be a vulnerable and overwhelming experience for many people, and it is courageous to take those steps forward. I tailor our sessions to your unique needs, working collaboratively to foster insight and promote positive change and self growth. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or simply seeking personal growth, we will work together to develop strategies to effectively reach your goals. Our therapeutic relationship is built on trust, empathy, and non-judgment, providing you with a nurturing environment to explore your thoughts and emotions.
Seeking help can be a vulnerable and overwhelming experience for many people, and it is courageous to take those steps forward. I tailor our sessions to your unique needs, working collaboratively to foster insight and promote positive change and self growth. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or simply seeking personal growth, we will work together to develop strategies to effectively reach your goals. Our therapeutic relationship is built on trust, empathy, and non-judgment, providing you with a nurturing environment to explore your thoughts and emotions.
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At Behavioral Healthcare Partners, our goal is to promote behavioral health and wellness to achieve life's potential and fulfillment within the individual, family, and community. Dr. Vincent Castro and Dr. Denise Gonzales, both Licensed Psychologists, have 43 years combined experience in providing therapeutic services on concerns related to child/adolescent behavioral problems, abuse and neglect, depression, anxiety, grief/loss, coping with medical concerns, family discord, parenting, couples therapy, military/law enforcement concerns, personal growth/wellness, stress/anger management, trauma, and work/career issues. BHP services also include assessment and evaluation, short-term solution focused interventions, consultations, and psychological testing.
At Behavioral Healthcare Partners, our goal is to promote behavioral health and wellness to achieve life's potential and fulfillment within the individual, family, and community. Dr. Vincent Castro and Dr. Denise Gonzales, both Licensed Psychologists, have 43 years combined experience in providing therapeutic services on concerns related to child/adolescent behavioral problems, abuse and neglect, depression, anxiety, grief/loss, coping with medical concerns, family discord, parenting, couples therapy, military/law enforcement concerns, personal growth/wellness, stress/anger management, trauma, and work/career issues. BHP services also include assessment and evaluation, short-term solution focused interventions, consultations, and psychological testing.
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Hi there, thanks for exploring this page. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker working in Northern San Diego, CA. I feel grateful for the opportunity to help build resilience and process events. I believe that these are divisive and difficult times, and I aim to provide services that are inclusive and validating. I have previously worked as a Psychiatric Emergency Response Team Clinician with local Law Enforcement, a Group Practice Therapist, and as Qualified Mental Health Professional with the County of San Diego. I am proud of my training and experiences, and am humbled and inspired to know that learning never stops.
Hi there, thanks for exploring this page. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker working in Northern San Diego, CA. I feel grateful for the opportunity to help build resilience and process events. I believe that these are divisive and difficult times, and I aim to provide services that are inclusive and validating. I have previously worked as a Psychiatric Emergency Response Team Clinician with local Law Enforcement, a Group Practice Therapist, and as Qualified Mental Health Professional with the County of San Diego. I am proud of my training and experiences, and am humbled and inspired to know that learning never stops.
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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.