Male Therapists in Los Angeles County, CA
Seeking therapy takes courage and strength. Are you experiencing feeling stuck due to childhood trauma? I am here to provide you with unconditional support to process through your anxiety, depression, and other unresolved feelings at your pace. Sometimes we may need someone who is there for us and there are no problems in life that are too big or small. You have taken the first step to seek help, I can help you discover your inner strength to bounce back and deep inside you may be wishing for peace and equilibrium. As a therapist, I aim to help you reach those goals together to bring about inner peace.
Seeking therapy takes courage and strength. Are you experiencing feeling stuck due to childhood trauma? I am here to provide you with unconditional support to process through your anxiety, depression, and other unresolved feelings at your pace. Sometimes we may need someone who is there for us and there are no problems in life that are too big or small. You have taken the first step to seek help, I can help you discover your inner strength to bounce back and deep inside you may be wishing for peace and equilibrium. As a therapist, I aim to help you reach those goals together to bring about inner peace.
Jose-Luis Ochoa Sierra
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sylmar, CA 91342 (Online Only)
I am a bilingual Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 8 years of experience helping adolescents and adults manage and foster positive change through the lens of psychology. Driven by a genuine desire to make a difference, I am dedicated to helping individuals navigate the complexities of their lives, fostering growth, resilience, and meaningful connections. I hold a master's degree in Counseling Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy and Health Psychology from Santa Clara University.
I am a bilingual Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 8 years of experience helping adolescents and adults manage and foster positive change through the lens of psychology. Driven by a genuine desire to make a difference, I am dedicated to helping individuals navigate the complexities of their lives, fostering growth, resilience, and meaningful connections. I hold a master's degree in Counseling Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy and Health Psychology from Santa Clara University.
Jason Ajnassian is a Board-Certified Adult Therapist practicing in California. He received his Bachelor's degree from UCLA and his Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Alliant International University. Jason utilizes a combination of cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, and mindfulness interventions to assist his clients in achieving their goals. He has years of experience working with adults, particularly in the areas of anxiety, depression, issues related to self-esteem, stress management, life transitions, and relationship difficulties.
Jason Ajnassian is a Board-Certified Adult Therapist practicing in California. He received his Bachelor's degree from UCLA and his Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Alliant International University. Jason utilizes a combination of cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, and mindfulness interventions to assist his clients in achieving their goals. He has years of experience working with adults, particularly in the areas of anxiety, depression, issues related to self-esteem, stress management, life transitions, and relationship difficulties.
Are you and your partner having the same argument on repeat? Has the intimacy and ro mance been replaced with distance and frustration? Seemingly little things become explosive arguments. And trying to talk about it leads to more conflict. Worse yet, the distance and disconnection is deafening. The unresolved issues are getting worse, and you are left feeling exhausted, invalidated, and alone. Every passing day feels like one step closer to your breaking point. Your family means everything to you and you worry it's taking a toll on your kids. You want more than anything to reconnect with your partner and finally feel heard.
Are you and your partner having the same argument on repeat? Has the intimacy and ro mance been replaced with distance and frustration? Seemingly little things become explosive arguments. And trying to talk about it leads to more conflict. Worse yet, the distance and disconnection is deafening. The unresolved issues are getting worse, and you are left feeling exhausted, invalidated, and alone. Every passing day feels like one step closer to your breaking point. Your family means everything to you and you worry it's taking a toll on your kids. You want more than anything to reconnect with your partner and finally feel heard.
Zach B Melmet
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Hollywood, CA 91601 (Online Only)
I work with a wide range of issues, including improving inter-personal relationships, working through relational trauma, ADD, Alternative Lifestyles, Anxiety, and Substance Use. I empower my clients to become more confident, achieve the goals they set for themselves, and to better communicate with the people around them. I aid my clients in gaining a better understanding of themselves and help them explore how to solve problems while staying aligned with their core values.
I work with a wide range of issues, including improving inter-personal relationships, working through relational trauma, ADD, Alternative Lifestyles, Anxiety, and Substance Use. I empower my clients to become more confident, achieve the goals they set for themselves, and to better communicate with the people around them. I aid my clients in gaining a better understanding of themselves and help them explore how to solve problems while staying aligned with their core values.
Please reach out to me so I can work to help you feel better!
Please reach out to me so I can work to help you feel better!
Brian Ilagan
Associate Clinical Social Worker, MSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Long Beach, CA 90803 (Online Only)
Embark on an empowering journey of self-discovery with me as your trusted guide! As a GPS expertly navigates your route, I provide a confidential and supportive space for exploration and growth. Together, we'll tackle life's challenges head-on, address any obstacles in your path, and cultivate the confidence needed to navigate through uncertainty. With each step forward, we'll uncover your unique strengths and passions, empowering you to chart a path toward a purposeful and fulfilling future. Let's embark on this transformative journey together and unlock the extraordinary potential that lies within you!
Embark on an empowering journey of self-discovery with me as your trusted guide! As a GPS expertly navigates your route, I provide a confidential and supportive space for exploration and growth. Together, we'll tackle life's challenges head-on, address any obstacles in your path, and cultivate the confidence needed to navigate through uncertainty. With each step forward, we'll uncover your unique strengths and passions, empowering you to chart a path toward a purposeful and fulfilling future. Let's embark on this transformative journey together and unlock the extraordinary potential that lies within you!
Alton Carswell
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Long Beach, CA 90814 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) who has worked with various groups and clients. If you are looking for a therapist that will listen and acknowledge your unique perspective you don't have to look any further. I have 10 years of experience working with singles, couples, military, LGBTQ, people of color, undocumented immigrants from various countries and even inmates. In addition to my hours spent in working with varying communities, I have been highly involved as alumni from Antioch University in Los Angeles and as a current doctoral student in media psychology at Fielding Graduate University in Santa Barbara.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) who has worked with various groups and clients. If you are looking for a therapist that will listen and acknowledge your unique perspective you don't have to look any further. I have 10 years of experience working with singles, couples, military, LGBTQ, people of color, undocumented immigrants from various countries and even inmates. In addition to my hours spent in working with varying communities, I have been highly involved as alumni from Antioch University in Los Angeles and as a current doctoral student in media psychology at Fielding Graduate University in Santa Barbara.
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.
Steven (Ivan) Cospewicz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
West Hollywood, CA 90069 (Online Only)
Hello, my name is Steven (Ivan) Cospewicz; I'm an LCSW licensed in California, Nevada, and New York. I use CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) and a foundation in Motivational Interviewing, as well as Socratic Questioning. I focus diagnostically on mild to moderate anxiety and depression, as well as have experience in the more traditionally persistent diagnoses.
Hello, my name is Steven (Ivan) Cospewicz; I'm an LCSW licensed in California, Nevada, and New York. I use CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) and a foundation in Motivational Interviewing, as well as Socratic Questioning. I focus diagnostically on mild to moderate anxiety and depression, as well as have experience in the more traditionally persistent diagnoses.
Do you feel like life is "too much?" Do you worry, feel anxious, ruminate or sometimes feel paralyzed, frozen or numb? Do you feel panicked, or find yourself drifting off from the task at hand? Do you find it hard to stay present? Or, do you have issues with self esteem? Do you feel insecure, inadequate, doubt yourself, feel "not good enough" or like you don't "measure up?" Or, is your relationship in a "rut", less than fulfilling, or in a "total mess?"
For over 30 years, I have been helping people to discover themselves and to grow.
Do you feel like life is "too much?" Do you worry, feel anxious, ruminate or sometimes feel paralyzed, frozen or numb? Do you feel panicked, or find yourself drifting off from the task at hand? Do you find it hard to stay present? Or, do you have issues with self esteem? Do you feel insecure, inadequate, doubt yourself, feel "not good enough" or like you don't "measure up?" Or, is your relationship in a "rut", less than fulfilling, or in a "total mess?"
For over 30 years, I have been helping people to discover themselves and to grow.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90015
We all go through emotional storms where we feel emotionally and physically stuck; we worry too much and lose control of ourselves. Do you find yourself thrown off balance by your childhood trauma? Childhood traumatic experiences such as abandonment, abuse, and neglect lead to social anxiety. My approach is solution-focused and tailored to your needs and goals. I am committed to providing a profound sense of safety and offering compassionate and actionable guidance to all my clients.
We all go through emotional storms where we feel emotionally and physically stuck; we worry too much and lose control of ourselves. Do you find yourself thrown off balance by your childhood trauma? Childhood traumatic experiences such as abandonment, abuse, and neglect lead to social anxiety. My approach is solution-focused and tailored to your needs and goals. I am committed to providing a profound sense of safety and offering compassionate and actionable guidance to all my clients.
Kent Toussaint
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Woodland Hills, CA 91367
Hello. My name is Kent and I specialize in helping kids, teens and their families live happier lives. I am an expert at bridging the communication gap between parents and kids. Is your teen angry or sullen? Slamming his fist through the wall? Screaming her lungs out at you because you are so unfair? How about your little kid? Is he having problems making friends? Perhaps your little girl can't concentrate in school. Maybe there is a tragedy in the family, such as a death, divorce or sudden illness. If so, I'd like to help.
Hello. My name is Kent and I specialize in helping kids, teens and their families live happier lives. I am an expert at bridging the communication gap between parents and kids. Is your teen angry or sullen? Slamming his fist through the wall? Screaming her lungs out at you because you are so unfair? How about your little kid? Is he having problems making friends? Perhaps your little girl can't concentrate in school. Maybe there is a tragedy in the family, such as a death, divorce or sudden illness. If so, I'd like to help.
Working with individuals, couples, families has given me great insight into how family systems and our overall environment immensely impact us as hu mans.
“Hope is being able to see that there is light despite all of the darkness." I believe that client care absolutely should be individualized (in collaboration with the individual), contain healthy coping skills, and help build a social support network that can help him/her/them progress towards a much happier future.
Working with individuals, couples, families has given me great insight into how family systems and our overall environment immensely impact us as hu mans.
“Hope is being able to see that there is light despite all of the darkness." I believe that client care absolutely should be individualized (in collaboration with the individual), contain healthy coping skills, and help build a social support network that can help him/her/them progress towards a much happier future.
We believe in integrative care, collaboration with professionals, and the philosophy that there are many paths to the top of the mountain.
Regardless of the circumstances, my ideal participant is one who has any amount of motivation and hope that things can be different in their life. I struggled for many years with a substance abuse disorder (specifically opiates among many other substances) that caused wreckage in my life on so many levels. I can empathize with the hu man that is using and does not know how to stop. I believe in your power, your resilience, and your spirit. I have helped people with complex mental health issues that include bipolar with psychotic features, depression, anxiety, and a range of substance use disorders & addiction.
We believe in integrative care, collaboration with professionals, and the philosophy that there are many paths to the top of the mountain.
Regardless of the circumstances, my ideal participant is one who has any amount of motivation and hope that things can be different in their life. I struggled for many years with a substance abuse disorder (specifically opiates among many other substances) that caused wreckage in my life on so many levels. I can empathize with the hu man that is using and does not know how to stop. I believe in your power, your resilience, and your spirit. I have helped people with complex mental health issues that include bipolar with psychotic features, depression, anxiety, and a range of substance use disorders & addiction.
Martin C Novell
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MS, MFT
Verified Verified
West Los Angeles, CA 90025
With this experience and as a licensed Psychotherapist for more than 20 years, I understand the many paths of the LA lifestyle.
You will not experience the silent treatment. I am a board certified psychotherapist providing evidence based skills made for individuals and couples. We can develop a plan to improve relationships, difficult situations, depression, anxiety, and career issues. It is now known what makes a successful relationship. Through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and research based on John Gott man, couples can ease into conversations and move their discussions from disappointment to growth. Individuals, couples can gain the skills to re-position their thoughts and feelings to create a better place for themselves in this world.
With this experience and as a licensed Psychotherapist for more than 20 years, I understand the many paths of the LA lifestyle.
You will not experience the silent treatment. I am a board certified psychotherapist providing evidence based skills made for individuals and couples. We can develop a plan to improve relationships, difficult situations, depression, anxiety, and career issues. It is now known what makes a successful relationship. Through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and research based on John Gott man, couples can ease into conversations and move their discussions from disappointment to growth. Individuals, couples can gain the skills to re-position their thoughts and feelings to create a better place for themselves in this world.
Dennis Lucas
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, APCC, AMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Beverly Hills, CA 90212
Having worked across diverse mental health settings including community mental health and residential treatment facilities, I have cultivated an approach centered on creating a non-judgmental domain for clients to explore their aspirations and challenges. I believe in the power of authentic self-attunement and collaboration, guiding you to navigate life’s complexities while harnessing your inherent strengths and cultivating newfound areas of confidence. You may not know what to do or what you desire, but together we can collaboratively strategize to develop the tools to begin the proper journey towards your true goals.
Having worked across diverse mental health settings including community mental health and residential treatment facilities, I have cultivated an approach centered on creating a non-judgmental domain for clients to explore their aspirations and challenges. I believe in the power of authentic self-attunement and collaboration, guiding you to navigate life’s complexities while harnessing your inherent strengths and cultivating newfound areas of confidence. You may not know what to do or what you desire, but together we can collaboratively strategize to develop the tools to begin the proper journey towards your true goals.
Marcus Brittain Fleming
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90031
I am an engaging clinician with many years of real-world experience helping folks.
Kudos for showing up for yourself - it's a brave and self-affirming act. I am an encouraging therapist who is here to help you see yourself for who you really are. I believe everyone has the ability to love themselves - and by doing so - has the ability to change. I often use psychodynamic, CBT, DBT, and anti-oppressive approaches to help you achieve this. This being said, I also am open to whatever form of support works best for you. I am licensed to meet with clients in New York and California. I offer in-person and virtual sessions for CA residents and virtual sessions for NY residents.
I am an engaging clinician with many years of real-world experience helping folks.
Kudos for showing up for yourself - it's a brave and self-affirming act. I am an encouraging therapist who is here to help you see yourself for who you really are. I believe everyone has the ability to love themselves - and by doing so - has the ability to change. I often use psychodynamic, CBT, DBT, and anti-oppressive approaches to help you achieve this. This being said, I also am open to whatever form of support works best for you. I am licensed to meet with clients in New York and California. I offer in-person and virtual sessions for CA residents and virtual sessions for NY residents.
Alfred Renard Carter
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90025 (Online Only)
My clinical specializations focus on helping you manage and overcome psycho-social stressors, Depression and Anxiety symptoms.
Do you want to overcome the obstacles preventing you from being your best self? I look forward to walking with you on your journey towards optimal psychological and emotional wellness. Our work will help you alleviate the psychological and emotional symptoms creating distress in your life. Although you may not realize now, you have the capacity to achieve a peace that may feel out of reach. I take a strengths-based approach to help you recognize your strengths as a tool to you overcoming your distress and living the life you want to live.
My clinical specializations focus on helping you manage and overcome psycho-social stressors, Depression and Anxiety symptoms.
Do you want to overcome the obstacles preventing you from being your best self? I look forward to walking with you on your journey towards optimal psychological and emotional wellness. Our work will help you alleviate the psychological and emotional symptoms creating distress in your life. Although you may not realize now, you have the capacity to achieve a peace that may feel out of reach. I take a strengths-based approach to help you recognize your strengths as a tool to you overcoming your distress and living the life you want to live.
Hello, my name is Miguel A Ramirez, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I believe that every single person possesses strengths and qualities that are unique. I'm here to help you discover the greatness in you and the things that you are capable of achieving. I have experience helping individuals become a better version of themselves and overcome challenges that have negatively impacted their lives. My areas of expertise are anxiety disorders, panic disorders, trauma, depression, relationship issues, anger management, life transition events, grief, and behavioral issues.
Hello, my name is Miguel A Ramirez, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I believe that every single person possesses strengths and qualities that are unique. I'm here to help you discover the greatness in you and the things that you are capable of achieving. I have experience helping individuals become a better version of themselves and overcome challenges that have negatively impacted their lives. My areas of expertise are anxiety disorders, panic disorders, trauma, depression, relationship issues, anger management, life transition events, grief, and behavioral issues.
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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.