Male Therapists in Hollister, CA
Facing, financial, legal, professional, relationship, behavior or addiction issues. Fourty years experience supporting people in troubles of every kind imaginable. I have also focused on men's issues, life transitions, grief, loss and spiritual issues. My goal is to help individuals with dual diagnosis, depression, marriage problems, addictions, parenting issues, fear, anxiety, grief, decision making, burnout, stress and family crisis, doubt, anger or forgiveness. We’ll work together to change behaviors and attitudes. I work with you to strengthen your recovery. E-mail me at karmajerry@yahoo.com
Facing, financial, legal, professional, relationship, behavior or addiction issues. Fourty years experience supporting people in troubles of every kind imaginable. I have also focused on men's issues, life transitions, grief, loss and spiritual issues. My goal is to help individuals with dual diagnosis, depression, marriage problems, addictions, parenting issues, fear, anxiety, grief, decision making, burnout, stress and family crisis, doubt, anger or forgiveness. We’ll work together to change behaviors and attitudes. I work with you to strengthen your recovery. E-mail me at karmajerry@yahoo.com
Robert M Freitas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Hollister, CA 95023
A client should feel empowered to express their current symptoms, needs and goals. A person's identity is not defined by a clinical diagnosis and subsequent treatment plan. An ideal client comes with some awareness and willingness to expose vulnerability and work toward their goals. At first, that task can be frightening and daunting. A client must be courageous and vigilant in the pursuit of their goals and on the path to healing. They do not walk that path alone, but lean on the support of a trustworthy, experienced and professional therapist that lights up a path.
A client should feel empowered to express their current symptoms, needs and goals. A person's identity is not defined by a clinical diagnosis and subsequent treatment plan. An ideal client comes with some awareness and willingness to expose vulnerability and work toward their goals. At first, that task can be frightening and daunting. A client must be courageous and vigilant in the pursuit of their goals and on the path to healing. They do not walk that path alone, but lean on the support of a trustworthy, experienced and professional therapist that lights up a path.
Robert Johnson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Hollister, CA 95023
I believe in the healing force within each person and its natural inclination to arc towards wholeness and health. If we want it enough, have patience, clarity and support we can heal and feel freedom in life. Growth happens best in relationship and I am here to support you on your path, wherever that might be. I am anchored in Jungian psychology, Existentialism and AEDP/Somatic work. More importantly, I try to cultivate a sense of warmth, care, respect and curiosity in my work with clients. I work with clients experiencing: anxiety, depression, grief, relationship/family issues, PTSD, self-criticism and lack of meaning.
I believe in the healing force within each person and its natural inclination to arc towards wholeness and health. If we want it enough, have patience, clarity and support we can heal and feel freedom in life. Growth happens best in relationship and I am here to support you on your path, wherever that might be. I am anchored in Jungian psychology, Existentialism and AEDP/Somatic work. More importantly, I try to cultivate a sense of warmth, care, respect and curiosity in my work with clients. I work with clients experiencing: anxiety, depression, grief, relationship/family issues, PTSD, self-criticism and lack of meaning.
Phillip Guttmann, LCSW, has been a therapist for 13 years and has worked with a wide array of people. He believes change is possible, particularly in a supportive environment where a trusting dynamic between therapist and client can be achieved. Phillip specializes in supporting individuals navigating anxiety, panic disorder, depression, complex trauma, loss, LGBTQ+ issues, grief, and more. I try to meet each client where they are at and set my tone and style based on what intuitively feels best. In other words, our dynamic will be unique and adjusted to your preferences and comfort level.
Phillip Guttmann, LCSW, has been a therapist for 13 years and has worked with a wide array of people. He believes change is possible, particularly in a supportive environment where a trusting dynamic between therapist and client can be achieved. Phillip specializes in supporting individuals navigating anxiety, panic disorder, depression, complex trauma, loss, LGBTQ+ issues, grief, and more. I try to meet each client where they are at and set my tone and style based on what intuitively feels best. In other words, our dynamic will be unique and adjusted to your preferences and comfort level.
Charles Bauman
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
Hollister, CA 95023 (Online Only)
Clients usually arrive with some version of the Triple-Knot and a fractured sense of self. Their major issue is navigating their world through a lens of insecurity/anxiety/avoidance. As such, their Coping Strategies Menu is filled with numbing and distractions: alcohol, substances, electronics, etc. My task is to gain a client's trust, and help he/she unravel their Triple-Knot, and gain fulfillment or efficiency within the Self.
Clients usually arrive with some version of the Triple-Knot and a fractured sense of self. Their major issue is navigating their world through a lens of insecurity/anxiety/avoidance. As such, their Coping Strategies Menu is filled with numbing and distractions: alcohol, substances, electronics, etc. My task is to gain a client's trust, and help he/she unravel their Triple-Knot, and gain fulfillment or efficiency within the Self.
My name is Dr. Alexander Ochoa is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist located in San Francisco, CA. I provide individual therapy for teens, young adults, and adults. I focus on sports mental health, athletes struggling with fears of re-injury, effective communication, identity loss, anxiety, depression, substance use, life transitions, parenting, and conflict resolution. I specialize in working with individuals who would like to grow their performance by prioritizing their mental health.
My name is Dr. Alexander Ochoa is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist located in San Francisco, CA. I provide individual therapy for teens, young adults, and adults. I focus on sports mental health, athletes struggling with fears of re-injury, effective communication, identity loss, anxiety, depression, substance use, life transitions, parenting, and conflict resolution. I specialize in working with individuals who would like to grow their performance by prioritizing their mental health.
My name is Jacob Garel, I'm a licensed marriage and family therapist with a unique background in the military as a Pararescueman. With 20 years of experience serving and saving lives, I bring a deep understanding of crisis situations and a passion for helping individuals and families in need. Whether it's grief work, PTSD therapy, or accompanying you on your mental health journey, I am dedicated to walking beside you every step of the way. I am passionate about providing support to first responders, police, military personnel, and their families.
My name is Jacob Garel, I'm a licensed marriage and family therapist with a unique background in the military as a Pararescueman. With 20 years of experience serving and saving lives, I bring a deep understanding of crisis situations and a passion for helping individuals and families in need. Whether it's grief work, PTSD therapy, or accompanying you on your mental health journey, I am dedicated to walking beside you every step of the way. I am passionate about providing support to first responders, police, military personnel, and their families.
Hector Cabrera
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hollister, CA 95023 (Online Only)
Hector E. Cabrera LCS 21831. My goal is to assist clients with empowerment, management of their symptoms, and freedom from emotional pain. I take a solution-focused approach that focuses on a client’s strengths to help mitigate their needs in other areas. I hope to assist with developing awareness into how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are related, and to develop healthy coping skills.
Hector E. Cabrera LCS 21831. My goal is to assist clients with empowerment, management of their symptoms, and freedom from emotional pain. I take a solution-focused approach that focuses on a client’s strengths to help mitigate their needs in other areas. I hope to assist with developing awareness into how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are related, and to develop healthy coping skills.
Arthur Bilbrey, LMFT 134935. I like to make my clients feel like they are heard and understood. I draw my theoretical approach on multiple theoretical approaches with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as my primary theoretical orientation. I focus primarily on anxiety, panic, and depressive disorders but am open to working with other disorders. I have experience working with diverse populations and many different diagnoses and substance abuse. I have experience working with diverse populations that consists of all ages and many ethnic backgrounds. The conditions that I am most comfortable working with are anxiety and depression.
Arthur Bilbrey, LMFT 134935. I like to make my clients feel like they are heard and understood. I draw my theoretical approach on multiple theoretical approaches with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as my primary theoretical orientation. I focus primarily on anxiety, panic, and depressive disorders but am open to working with other disorders. I have experience working with diverse populations and many different diagnoses and substance abuse. I have experience working with diverse populations that consists of all ages and many ethnic backgrounds. The conditions that I am most comfortable working with are anxiety and depression.
Faauuga Hart Moliga-Puletasi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hollister, CA 95023
Hello my name is Faauuga Moliga-Puletasi and I specialize in treating trauma and anxiety in adults. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and my approach to therapy is to build a trusting relationship that helps us dive into difficult parts of your life that has weighed heavily on you. I then help you address your trauma and anxiety symptoms so that you can live a peaceful and happy life. I work with adults who have undergone traumas experienced through family upbringing or their living environment. These traumas can have caused one to become very anxious or afraid to socialize, low self esteem, or just loss of hope in one self.
Hello my name is Faauuga Moliga-Puletasi and I specialize in treating trauma and anxiety in adults. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and my approach to therapy is to build a trusting relationship that helps us dive into difficult parts of your life that has weighed heavily on you. I then help you address your trauma and anxiety symptoms so that you can live a peaceful and happy life. I work with adults who have undergone traumas experienced through family upbringing or their living environment. These traumas can have caused one to become very anxious or afraid to socialize, low self esteem, or just loss of hope in one self.
Hello, My name is LeHenry Solomon LMFT with over 20 years of experience working with people of all ages, races, and belief systems strengthening their emotional well-being to improve their quality of life. I ensure a safe, non-judgmental space for us to work together to achieve the goals we have set for ourselves. I believe that each experience is an opportunity to learn, move forward, and grow with an understanding of how we see ourselves as well as how the world sees us. The most important approach I use is to ensure everyone I work with knows and understands their value, worth, and ability to achieve their goals.
Hello, My name is LeHenry Solomon LMFT with over 20 years of experience working with people of all ages, races, and belief systems strengthening their emotional well-being to improve their quality of life. I ensure a safe, non-judgmental space for us to work together to achieve the goals we have set for ourselves. I believe that each experience is an opportunity to learn, move forward, and grow with an understanding of how we see ourselves as well as how the world sees us. The most important approach I use is to ensure everyone I work with knows and understands their value, worth, and ability to achieve their goals.
Hello, my name is Harout Harry‚ Berberian, LCSW. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has a passion for partnering with clients to achieve their therapeutic goals. I work with adults, couples, and families who are experiencing symptoms of depression, grief, stress, anxiety, as well as challenges of daily life by using cognitive behavioral therapy to help clients reach their identified goals. As a professional psychotherapist, I am comfortable working with adults, couples, and families who are experiencing depression, anxiety, stress, or challenges of daily life and social pressures.
Hello, my name is Harout Harry‚ Berberian, LCSW. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has a passion for partnering with clients to achieve their therapeutic goals. I work with adults, couples, and families who are experiencing symptoms of depression, grief, stress, anxiety, as well as challenges of daily life by using cognitive behavioral therapy to help clients reach their identified goals. As a professional psychotherapist, I am comfortable working with adults, couples, and families who are experiencing depression, anxiety, stress, or challenges of daily life and social pressures.
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James Espinosa
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Juan Bautista, CA 95045 (Online Only)
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Hello, my name is James and thank you for taking the time to learn about me. I’m a California-based Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 12 years of experience providing psychotherapy to children, adolescents, young adults, and families, to help them feel empowered, engaged, and most of all, accepted in this world. I am a neurodiversity-affirming, trauma-informed therapist with an extensive clinical background in treating trauma with a strong emphasis on the connection between one’s environment, brain, and nervous system. I gravitate towards an eclectic therapeutic approach and tailor my sessions to each individual’s need.
Hello, my name is James and thank you for taking the time to learn about me. I’m a California-based Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 12 years of experience providing psychotherapy to children, adolescents, young adults, and families, to help them feel empowered, engaged, and most of all, accepted in this world. I am a neurodiversity-affirming, trauma-informed therapist with an extensive clinical background in treating trauma with a strong emphasis on the connection between one’s environment, brain, and nervous system. I gravitate towards an eclectic therapeutic approach and tailor my sessions to each individual’s need.
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It is often during difficult times that people come to psychotherapy. These times may feel overwhelming. Either way, we come because we hope that feelings, motivations, relationships or circumstances can be different. My approach to therapy comes out of my training in Somatic Psychology, which is based on the premise that the mind and body are interconnected. Somatic Psychotherapy is experientially-focused, with the underlying assumption that you don’t need fixing, that you are already enough as you are. Note: I am licensed in Oregon and California.
It is often during difficult times that people come to psychotherapy. These times may feel overwhelming. Either way, we come because we hope that feelings, motivations, relationships or circumstances can be different. My approach to therapy comes out of my training in Somatic Psychology, which is based on the premise that the mind and body are interconnected. Somatic Psychotherapy is experientially-focused, with the underlying assumption that you don’t need fixing, that you are already enough as you are. Note: I am licensed in Oregon and California.
Russell (Rusty) Hendlin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Corte Madera, CA 94925
I bring warmth, humor, compassion, clarity and understanding to my work. I support couples and families in improving communication, expressing feelings, resolving conflict, and establishing clearer roles. I encourage parents to set fair and firm limits and establish healthy boundaries. I assist individuals and families in becoming more confident, hopeful, cooperative and relaxed. I support relating with clarity, serenity, and loving kindness. I use mentalization based therapy (MBT) and systems therapy as primary approaches, but can use CBT, DBT, ACT, motivational interviewing, attachment or other approches as needed.
I bring warmth, humor, compassion, clarity and understanding to my work. I support couples and families in improving communication, expressing feelings, resolving conflict, and establishing clearer roles. I encourage parents to set fair and firm limits and establish healthy boundaries. I assist individuals and families in becoming more confident, hopeful, cooperative and relaxed. I support relating with clarity, serenity, and loving kindness. I use mentalization based therapy (MBT) and systems therapy as primary approaches, but can use CBT, DBT, ACT, motivational interviewing, attachment or other approches as needed.
Juan 'tony' Quintanilla
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fresno, CA 93704
For the past 18 years, I have been providing therapy to children, teens, adults, parents and families. I work with individuals suffering through depression, anxiety, grief, anger, trauma, mood fluctuations and behavioral issues, by emotional-bodily processing & reworking old family, archetypal, communication and thought patterns that may no longer be serving your growth in a safe, supporting, nurturing and non-judgmental space. My approach is a holistic one that incorporates the mental, emotional, physical & spiritual realms to help bring about symptom relief and empowered change.
For the past 18 years, I have been providing therapy to children, teens, adults, parents and families. I work with individuals suffering through depression, anxiety, grief, anger, trauma, mood fluctuations and behavioral issues, by emotional-bodily processing & reworking old family, archetypal, communication and thought patterns that may no longer be serving your growth in a safe, supporting, nurturing and non-judgmental space. My approach is a holistic one that incorporates the mental, emotional, physical & spiritual realms to help bring about symptom relief and empowered change.
Hello, I am Afsheen Izadi, but I go by Bruce. I have been working as a Marriage and Family Therapist since 2013 and have worked with many different populations. My most common approach is DBT, the SPIRE model, and Motivational Interviewing, but I like to use different approaches based on (1) the client's needs and (2) the stage of therapy. I believe it's best to start off with Motivational Interviewing to develop a rapport and assess the client's preferences or goals. From there I can use DBT, the SPIRE model, CBT, or Solution Focused.
Hello, I am Afsheen Izadi, but I go by Bruce. I have been working as a Marriage and Family Therapist since 2013 and have worked with many different populations. My most common approach is DBT, the SPIRE model, and Motivational Interviewing, but I like to use different approaches based on (1) the client's needs and (2) the stage of therapy. I believe it's best to start off with Motivational Interviewing to develop a rapport and assess the client's preferences or goals. From there I can use DBT, the SPIRE model, CBT, or Solution Focused.
Gregory LH Gayle
Psychologist, PsyD, MEd
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Oakland, CA 94609 (Online Only)
We all want to be understood, accepted and loved; this can only happen through honest communication. Making the decision to seek help for you or your family can be part of that communication. I provide a safe space to explore, discuss and process important issues that affect the lives of you and your family members. I have an eclectic approach to providing psychotherapy. As one size does not fit all, therapy cannot be approached in the same way for everyone. It must be tailored to the specific needs, issues and problems that each person uniquely presents.
We all want to be understood, accepted and loved; this can only happen through honest communication. Making the decision to seek help for you or your family can be part of that communication. I provide a safe space to explore, discuss and process important issues that affect the lives of you and your family members. I have an eclectic approach to providing psychotherapy. As one size does not fit all, therapy cannot be approached in the same way for everyone. It must be tailored to the specific needs, issues and problems that each person uniquely presents.
Rene Dumetz Ph. D.
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94109 (Online Only)
"Look within. All you need, you have. Use it. Behave as best you know; do what you think you should. Don't be afraid of mistakes; you can always correct them; only intentions matter. The shape things take is not within your power; the motives of your actions are."
(Nisargadata 1973, p.365)
"Look within. All you need, you have. Use it. Behave as best you know; do what you think you should. Don't be afraid of mistakes; you can always correct them; only intentions matter. The shape things take is not within your power; the motives of your actions are."
(Nisargadata 1973, p.365)
The therapeutic process is unique and I aim to build my therapy style around the needs of each client. With over 10 years of experience, I have a passion for working with many populations including veterans, adults with autism, parents of children with autism, working with families in the PHP/IOP setting, students transitioning out of college, and survivors of trauma. I am a level 2 Certified Trauma Specialist with a background in Somatic Reprocessing and Psychedelic Assisted Therapy. No matter the challenges you are facing, I am here to provide you with the skills, support, and environment needed to succeed.
The therapeutic process is unique and I aim to build my therapy style around the needs of each client. With over 10 years of experience, I have a passion for working with many populations including veterans, adults with autism, parents of children with autism, working with families in the PHP/IOP setting, students transitioning out of college, and survivors of trauma. I am a level 2 Certified Trauma Specialist with a background in Somatic Reprocessing and Psychedelic Assisted Therapy. No matter the challenges you are facing, I am here to provide you with the skills, support, and environment needed to succeed.
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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.