Male Therapists in Garden Grove, CA
![Photo of Blake Kerr, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/11aac0bf-02b5-4578-83aa-f5b1aa21637a/2/320x400.jpeg)
Hi there, I'm Blake, a licensed clinical social worker. I've helped people with many issues like anxiety, depression, personality disorders, grief, divorce, severe mental diagnoses, and many more. I am trained in many different therapies and tailor a plan to each patient, rather than tailoring a patient to a plan. In my view, people used to mostly lived in close-knit communities, which has eroded with the advances in transportation and technology. Most people have lost the social support our forebearers had. Mental Health Professionals have taken on this role and are an excellent resource to improve your well-being.
Hi there, I'm Blake, a licensed clinical social worker. I've helped people with many issues like anxiety, depression, personality disorders, grief, divorce, severe mental diagnoses, and many more. I am trained in many different therapies and tailor a plan to each patient, rather than tailoring a patient to a plan. In my view, people used to mostly lived in close-knit communities, which has eroded with the advances in transportation and technology. Most people have lost the social support our forebearers had. Mental Health Professionals have taken on this role and are an excellent resource to improve your well-being.
![Photo of Daniel Cabral, MA, LEP, PPS](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e79ebd0e-1811-4594-aa10-6c0934b10b00/1/320x400.jpeg)
Daniel Cabral
Licensed Educational Psychologist, MA, LEP, PPS
Verified Verified
Garden Grove, CA 92845
Tried everything to help your child learn with no success? Psychological testing and evaluations identify education and learning disabilities to identify issues such as motivation, attention, executive functions, and psychological processes that affect your child's achievement. Identifying dyslexia, ADHD, Autism, Anxiety, Depression, and other educationally-related disabilities can build a pathway to a brighter future including access to services and supports.
Tried everything to help your child learn with no success? Psychological testing and evaluations identify education and learning disabilities to identify issues such as motivation, attention, executive functions, and psychological processes that affect your child's achievement. Identifying dyslexia, ADHD, Autism, Anxiety, Depression, and other educationally-related disabilities can build a pathway to a brighter future including access to services and supports.
![Photo of Ben N Quan, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/90c29b66-bd26-471a-bef8-8b1a5bd3432a/2/320x400.jpeg)
Ben N Quan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Garden Grove, CA 92842 (Online Only)
As LGBTQ minorities, we often find ourselves wondering "where is my community?" and "why can't I just be myself?" It seems like we've tried everything but we don't feel like we belong or we are in a safe place to live & work. We often wonder... when is this going to get better? When can I just live my life fully how I am? Sometimes we feel sad and it can be a very lonely place. We can even forget just how special and unique we are because we are so different and surrounded by those who just "don't get it." We really want someone who can connect to us and make our experiences feel validated, reminding us that we are beautiful.
As LGBTQ minorities, we often find ourselves wondering "where is my community?" and "why can't I just be myself?" It seems like we've tried everything but we don't feel like we belong or we are in a safe place to live & work. We often wonder... when is this going to get better? When can I just live my life fully how I am? Sometimes we feel sad and it can be a very lonely place. We can even forget just how special and unique we are because we are so different and surrounded by those who just "don't get it." We really want someone who can connect to us and make our experiences feel validated, reminding us that we are beautiful.
![Photo of Elfie Abril, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/fdf4ca65-f43c-4924-bb34-9af2c37e67c0/1/320x400.jpeg)
Elfie Abril is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California who has been practicing since 2017. He has a B.A. in Psychology from University of California, Irvine, and Master of Social Work from University of Southern California. Elfie works collaboratively with the client on identifying solutions to the challenges clients face. He leans in on the client's ability to recognize and select solutions to address why they are coming in for therapy. Elfie creates a comfortable atmosphere for the client to openly share what they are struggling with and makes the therapeutic process as enjoyable as possible.
Elfie Abril is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California who has been practicing since 2017. He has a B.A. in Psychology from University of California, Irvine, and Master of Social Work from University of Southern California. Elfie works collaboratively with the client on identifying solutions to the challenges clients face. He leans in on the client's ability to recognize and select solutions to address why they are coming in for therapy. Elfie creates a comfortable atmosphere for the client to openly share what they are struggling with and makes the therapeutic process as enjoyable as possible.
![Photo of Jovantae Holloway, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/a0a23d2e-264b-4dd0-b441-510ad51408a6/1/320x400.jpeg)
Jovantae Holloway
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Garden Grove, CA 92843 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with people who struggle with people-pleasing, co-dependency, social anxiety, childhood trauma, and self-doubt. If you are having issues with intimacy, authenticity, and connection with friends, family, or lovers, I work to help you build the introspection and the communication skills to show up genuinely and feel enough as you are in your relationships.
I specialize in working with people who struggle with people-pleasing, co-dependency, social anxiety, childhood trauma, and self-doubt. If you are having issues with intimacy, authenticity, and connection with friends, family, or lovers, I work to help you build the introspection and the communication skills to show up genuinely and feel enough as you are in your relationships.
![Photo of Phillip Rios - Alpha Psychological Services, PsyD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/9ee01e3d-9567-4531-b1b4-1404ce3b0ce6/2/320x400.jpeg)
Happiness is the only true measure of success. When we realize that something is impeding our journey of life a conscious choice can be made to change that which is keeping greater happiness at bay. The other choice is to remain on our current path and choose to accept things exactly for how they are. Self-doubt, fears, anger, grief, past trauma, or maladaptive behaviors, challenge many good people. Whether it is personal growth you seek or better relationships with loved ones, neighbors, or coworkers - permit me to be your professional guide on the road to your success.
Happiness is the only true measure of success. When we realize that something is impeding our journey of life a conscious choice can be made to change that which is keeping greater happiness at bay. The other choice is to remain on our current path and choose to accept things exactly for how they are. Self-doubt, fears, anger, grief, past trauma, or maladaptive behaviors, challenge many good people. Whether it is personal growth you seek or better relationships with loved ones, neighbors, or coworkers - permit me to be your professional guide on the road to your success.
![Photo of Kelly Krueger, LCP, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/10ab579e-75e8-4415-b25c-9777e2bfbad5/1/320x400.png)
Dr. Kelly Krueger is a Clinical Psychologist with License number CA24823 who provides a multifaceted approach to therapy and seeks to help a broad range of clients seeking counseling services. As a results-oriented psychologist, Dr. Krueger uses evidence-based psychotherapy techniques to help individuals achieve their goals in life. He has experience with a variety of therapy modalities such as motivational interviewing, family therapy, and applied behavior analysis.
Dr. Kelly Krueger is a Clinical Psychologist with License number CA24823 who provides a multifaceted approach to therapy and seeks to help a broad range of clients seeking counseling services. As a results-oriented psychologist, Dr. Krueger uses evidence-based psychotherapy techniques to help individuals achieve their goals in life. He has experience with a variety of therapy modalities such as motivational interviewing, family therapy, and applied behavior analysis.
![Photo of Greg Becker, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/aa7574ee-314d-4bcc-8845-3d655a9023d8/1/320x400.jpeg)
I am an experienced therapist and life coach with proven success in assisting individuals, couples, families, C-level executives, military and church leaders, athletic coaches, and teams transform their challenging life and work situations into positive outcomes. I work extensively and productively with clients diagnosed with co-occurring disorders (substance use and mental health diagnoses), depression, anxiety, relationship dynamics, trauma, grief, PTSD and other issues. I work with couples and families. I employ a person-centered approach within a solutions-based, shorter term and flexible therapeutic process.
I am an experienced therapist and life coach with proven success in assisting individuals, couples, families, C-level executives, military and church leaders, athletic coaches, and teams transform their challenging life and work situations into positive outcomes. I work extensively and productively with clients diagnosed with co-occurring disorders (substance use and mental health diagnoses), depression, anxiety, relationship dynamics, trauma, grief, PTSD and other issues. I work with couples and families. I employ a person-centered approach within a solutions-based, shorter term and flexible therapeutic process.
![Photo of Oscar A Donoso, PhD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4d00f0b3-ed0f-4207-a247-bd696f0f1417/1/320x400.jpeg)
Oscar A. Donoso is a Psychologist in California who has been practicing since 2011. He has a BA in Psychology and Social Behavior from UC Irvine, a Masters in Counseling in Students Affairs from UCLA, a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from DePaul University, and completed a 2-year Post-doctoral Psychology Fellowship in Early Child Mental Health. Relationships are at the heart of our development throughout the lifespan. Oscar takes a relational and developmental approach using evidence-based practices (e. g. , CBT, CPP, etc. ) in working with adults, adolescents, children, and infants.
Oscar A. Donoso is a Psychologist in California who has been practicing since 2011. He has a BA in Psychology and Social Behavior from UC Irvine, a Masters in Counseling in Students Affairs from UCLA, a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from DePaul University, and completed a 2-year Post-doctoral Psychology Fellowship in Early Child Mental Health. Relationships are at the heart of our development throughout the lifespan. Oscar takes a relational and developmental approach using evidence-based practices (e. g. , CBT, CPP, etc. ) in working with adults, adolescents, children, and infants.
![Photo of William Huntley, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e18da437-4459-467a-b7c1-ce839786fac4/1/320x400.jpeg)
Hello, I am Liam Huntley, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I have been working in Social Services/Social Work/Therapy for over 20 years and in Private Practice since March 2022. My main goal as a therapist when working with my clients is to help you see the truth of who you are and what you can be. It may sound strange to hear, but I love working with Trauma, whether it's from family of origin, childhood, or from today's world. I love this area because it is often the driving force of what is creating distress in our lives, and can often show up as Depression or Anxiety among other diagnoses.
Hello, I am Liam Huntley, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I have been working in Social Services/Social Work/Therapy for over 20 years and in Private Practice since March 2022. My main goal as a therapist when working with my clients is to help you see the truth of who you are and what you can be. It may sound strange to hear, but I love working with Trauma, whether it's from family of origin, childhood, or from today's world. I love this area because it is often the driving force of what is creating distress in our lives, and can often show up as Depression or Anxiety among other diagnoses.
![Photo of Ryan Morgan, PsyD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/08ee6b9d-addf-49c0-80f4-2aa0e9d9e839/1/320x400.jpeg)
Ryan Morgan, Psy. D. is a licensed psychologist who has been practicing since 2002. He graduated from the California School of Professional Psychology, Los Angeles with a doctorate degree in clinical psychology. Ryan believes working together, with compassion and understanding, provides a professional and safe environment without fear of judgment or stereotype. His therapeutic approach draws from a variety of techniques in order to incorporate what is most helpful for each individual. He enjoys forming genuine connections with others, helping them through their process, and learning from them along the way.
Ryan Morgan, Psy. D. is a licensed psychologist who has been practicing since 2002. He graduated from the California School of Professional Psychology, Los Angeles with a doctorate degree in clinical psychology. Ryan believes working together, with compassion and understanding, provides a professional and safe environment without fear of judgment or stereotype. His therapeutic approach draws from a variety of techniques in order to incorporate what is most helpful for each individual. He enjoys forming genuine connections with others, helping them through their process, and learning from them along the way.
![Photo of Dennis I Saller, LEP, PPS](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e363e4cd-41df-485f-9319-46d3098db466/2/320x400.jpeg)
Dennis I Saller
Licensed Educational Psychologist, LEP, PPS
Verified Verified
Garden Grove, CA 92845
Over 25 years experience performing evaluations & interventions for reading, writing, math, dyslexia/dysgraphia, social, emotional, and behavioral challenges and applications for accommodations on standardized tests. Uncover unresolved problems hindering your success. I employ a personalized approach guided by "A problem well defined is half solved." Highly effective interventions for dyslexia, behavior, & motivation. Deep understanding of underlying issues, not just labeling. Engaging & reliable iPad assessments enhance focus & compliance.
Over 25 years experience performing evaluations & interventions for reading, writing, math, dyslexia/dysgraphia, social, emotional, and behavioral challenges and applications for accommodations on standardized tests. Uncover unresolved problems hindering your success. I employ a personalized approach guided by "A problem well defined is half solved." Highly effective interventions for dyslexia, behavior, & motivation. Deep understanding of underlying issues, not just labeling. Engaging & reliable iPad assessments enhance focus & compliance.
![Photo of Alan Heide, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/0a0ba1be-fd98-46cc-a0d1-7c7d429faab9/1/320x400.png)
Men and Women of all ages come to see me in therapy to explore healthy ways to cope with Anger, Irritability, and Difficulty with concentration and focus, and for support through their 12-step recovery. If you have found it difficult to cope with uncomfortable feelings, struggle with negative self-talk, experience low self-esteem, or are struggling with isolation, anger, panic attacks, and or hopelessness then I can assist you in navigating your journey to health and wellness.
Men and Women of all ages come to see me in therapy to explore healthy ways to cope with Anger, Irritability, and Difficulty with concentration and focus, and for support through their 12-step recovery. If you have found it difficult to cope with uncomfortable feelings, struggle with negative self-talk, experience low self-esteem, or are struggling with isolation, anger, panic attacks, and or hopelessness then I can assist you in navigating your journey to health and wellness.
![Photo of Dean Leav - Men's Issues - Dr. Dean, PsyD, QME, Author, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/708a057b-9839-4747-b498-df36f6e3d0a4/2/320x400.jpeg)
Welcome to my practice. I have been in practice since 2007 and have been featured on ABC, NBC, and KCAL as an expert psychologist. I work primarily with men who have hit “rock bottom” and would like help getting up. These men are often in crisis when we first meet. The issues I address are typically related to unhealthy sexual behaviors, infidelity, financial recklessness, gambling, drugs/alcohol, dishonesty/lying, and relational conflicts. My therapy approach is a combination of psychoanalytic, cognitive-behavioral, and the 12-Step recovery model. I also share insight from my own painful but redemptive recovery journey.
Welcome to my practice. I have been in practice since 2007 and have been featured on ABC, NBC, and KCAL as an expert psychologist. I work primarily with men who have hit “rock bottom” and would like help getting up. These men are often in crisis when we first meet. The issues I address are typically related to unhealthy sexual behaviors, infidelity, financial recklessness, gambling, drugs/alcohol, dishonesty/lying, and relational conflicts. My therapy approach is a combination of psychoanalytic, cognitive-behavioral, and the 12-Step recovery model. I also share insight from my own painful but redemptive recovery journey.
![Photo of James R Daehnert, PhD, PsyD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3c0fac0c-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
It seems that whenever, and in whatever ways we are suffering, we have become stuck in a pattern that reflects a limited sense of ourselves, having lost track of who we are meant to be. Through use of a safe and supportive therapeutic environment, together we find ways to create a greater sense of wholeness and inner freedom.
It seems that whenever, and in whatever ways we are suffering, we have become stuck in a pattern that reflects a limited sense of ourselves, having lost track of who we are meant to be. Through use of a safe and supportive therapeutic environment, together we find ways to create a greater sense of wholeness and inner freedom.
![Photo of Donald K Schubert, PhD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3c57f380-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
It is extremely difficult to change your thoughts or feelings. However, you have 100% control over your behavior. I will teach you how to accept your thoughts and feelings as they are in the present moment and to make specific commitments to change your behaviors. We will work together to create a better life for you one step at a time. I look forward to being your therapeutic partner on your journey toward inner peace and happiness.
It is extremely difficult to change your thoughts or feelings. However, you have 100% control over your behavior. I will teach you how to accept your thoughts and feelings as they are in the present moment and to make specific commitments to change your behaviors. We will work together to create a better life for you one step at a time. I look forward to being your therapeutic partner on your journey toward inner peace and happiness.
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Dr. Jesse M Trice
Marriage & Family Therapist, EdD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Garden Grove, CA 92640 (Online Only)
I am a Christian Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have been in practice for over 31 years helping families, couples, adolescents, and children of diverse ethnic groups overcome a myriad of problems by providing compassionate yet straightforward counsel.
I am a Christian Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have been in practice for over 31 years helping families, couples, adolescents, and children of diverse ethnic groups overcome a myriad of problems by providing compassionate yet straightforward counsel.
![Photo of Jean-Frederic Aboudarham, LCP, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/0183e55e-a8a9-487f-943b-1ba8ae2c48f9/1/320x400.png)
Good morning, and welcome to my practice, my name is Jean-Frederic Aboudarham. I am a very multifaceted psychologist: having lived on four continents (Africa, Europe, Middle East and North America), being fluent in three languages (French, Hebrew, and English), and holding two quite different higher education degrees (an MS in Software Engineering and a Ph.D. in Psychology) give me a unique ability to understand you and to interact with you. I specialize in Bipolar Disorders, Anxiety, and Couple issues.
Good morning, and welcome to my practice, my name is Jean-Frederic Aboudarham. I am a very multifaceted psychologist: having lived on four continents (Africa, Europe, Middle East and North America), being fluent in three languages (French, Hebrew, and English), and holding two quite different higher education degrees (an MS in Software Engineering and a Ph.D. in Psychology) give me a unique ability to understand you and to interact with you. I specialize in Bipolar Disorders, Anxiety, and Couple issues.
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My name is Grayson Wallen. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in California as well as a National Certified Counselor. I have specialized experience and training helping couples and people who are looking to make sense of their faith and feelings together. In individual therapy we will focus on the problem(s) that bring you into counseling as well as how you experience your emotions, what you do with your emotions and how to understand yourself in deeper and meaningful ways.
My name is Grayson Wallen. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in California as well as a National Certified Counselor. I have specialized experience and training helping couples and people who are looking to make sense of their faith and feelings together. In individual therapy we will focus on the problem(s) that bring you into counseling as well as how you experience your emotions, what you do with your emotions and how to understand yourself in deeper and meaningful ways.
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Hello: I am Robert Sawicky, a licensed psychologist. I have many years of experience assisting with the challenges of making a successful marriage and addressing the issues of depression, anxiety, social phobias, self-esteem, and multiple varieties of shameful self-sabotage. My therapeutic orientation is client-centered, eclectic, and very collaborative - utilizing an individualized approach to foster personal empowerment, self-trust, and enhanced self-acceptance. After all, relationships with others are extensions of the relationship we are having with ourselves.
Hello: I am Robert Sawicky, a licensed psychologist. I have many years of experience assisting with the challenges of making a successful marriage and addressing the issues of depression, anxiety, social phobias, self-esteem, and multiple varieties of shameful self-sabotage. My therapeutic orientation is client-centered, eclectic, and very collaborative - utilizing an individualized approach to foster personal empowerment, self-trust, and enhanced self-acceptance. After all, relationships with others are extensions of the relationship we are having with ourselves.
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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.