Male Therapists in West University Heights, San Diego, CA
Gregory E. Koch
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West University Heights, San Diego, CA 92108
My goal is for you to feel seen, heard, and valued. Believing deeply in the power of positive human connection, we can learn the most about ourselves in the context of meaningful relationships. Conflict in romantic relationships is an opportunity for profound and powerful growth, learning, and healing. I welcome clients of all genders, sexualities, and relationship diversity. Using Imago Relationship Therapy, couples learn invaluable tools and techniques to enhance closeness in relationships and teach partners how to resolve conflicts while maintaining a deep sense of connection.
My goal is for you to feel seen, heard, and valued. Believing deeply in the power of positive human connection, we can learn the most about ourselves in the context of meaningful relationships. Conflict in romantic relationships is an opportunity for profound and powerful growth, learning, and healing. I welcome clients of all genders, sexualities, and relationship diversity. Using Imago Relationship Therapy, couples learn invaluable tools and techniques to enhance closeness in relationships and teach partners how to resolve conflicts while maintaining a deep sense of connection.
As a psychologist and personal coach, I view my work as a collaborative process where I join my client in defining and moving toward his or her goals and individual journey. At the heart of a strong therapeutic alliance are real trust, non-judgment and the balance of support and challenge. My own 20-year journey in practice has enabled me to more fully understand each of these important attributes. I believe that my role isn't to have the right answers, but is about having the right questions. My work remains one of the passions in my life.
As a psychologist and personal coach, I view my work as a collaborative process where I join my client in defining and moving toward his or her goals and individual journey. At the heart of a strong therapeutic alliance are real trust, non-judgment and the balance of support and challenge. My own 20-year journey in practice has enabled me to more fully understand each of these important attributes. I believe that my role isn't to have the right answers, but is about having the right questions. My work remains one of the passions in my life.
BKO Therapy Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
West University Heights, San Diego, CA 92108
"Are you ready for a NEW relationship with your thoughts and feelings?" Creating a new awareness of self in relationship to the world around you increases your ability to maintain focus and direction. Developing new relationships with your thoughts & feelings is what Mindfulness-Based therapy is about. As a licensed therapist, I use Mindfulness-based counseling processes to assist people in coping with the struggles of daily life. I have an integrative approach to counseling, focusing on your needs and concerns. I look forward to assisting you to discover more about you!
"Are you ready for a NEW relationship with your thoughts and feelings?" Creating a new awareness of self in relationship to the world around you increases your ability to maintain focus and direction. Developing new relationships with your thoughts & feelings is what Mindfulness-Based therapy is about. As a licensed therapist, I use Mindfulness-based counseling processes to assist people in coping with the struggles of daily life. I have an integrative approach to counseling, focusing on your needs and concerns. I look forward to assisting you to discover more about you!
I recognize that coming to therapy is a courageous first step and that you are taking a chance when you make that first appointment, especially when you are struggling. I consider it an honor to be entrusted by one seeking help. I demonstrate that honor by being committed to providing you with practical feedback in an empathetic and compassionate manner. With cognitive behavioral strategies, I provide techniques to manage and reduce negative symptoms by tailoring treatment to each individual’s needs.
I recognize that coming to therapy is a courageous first step and that you are taking a chance when you make that first appointment, especially when you are struggling. I consider it an honor to be entrusted by one seeking help. I demonstrate that honor by being committed to providing you with practical feedback in an empathetic and compassionate manner. With cognitive behavioral strategies, I provide techniques to manage and reduce negative symptoms by tailoring treatment to each individual’s needs.
Hans Reihling
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West University Heights, San Diego, CA 92116
Are you feeling disconnected or struggling to express your emotions in your relationship? I provide specialized counseling for men who are ready to work through problems that may be causing strain, including compulsive sexual behaviors. Together, we’ll explore the underlying issues that might be holding you back, helping you reconnect with your partner and find more balance in your life. You are so much more than the challenges you’re facing, and I believe in your potential to grow as a partner, parent, and individual. Reach out today for a free consultation, and take the first step toward the relationship and life you truly want.
Are you feeling disconnected or struggling to express your emotions in your relationship? I provide specialized counseling for men who are ready to work through problems that may be causing strain, including compulsive sexual behaviors. Together, we’ll explore the underlying issues that might be holding you back, helping you reconnect with your partner and find more balance in your life. You are so much more than the challenges you’re facing, and I believe in your potential to grow as a partner, parent, and individual. Reach out today for a free consultation, and take the first step toward the relationship and life you truly want.
Marc Pescadera
LPC Intern, MS, APCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
West University Heights, San Diego, CA 92116
You might need an unbiased 3rd party to process things. Maybe someone to understand what feelings you're going through? Or someone to hold up a mirror with a trauma-informed and compassionate lens. Whether it be depression, anxiety, grief, relationships, trauma, or difficult life transitions, we’ll collaborate together to help you be you. Sometimes we just need a soft place to land when we fall.
You might need an unbiased 3rd party to process things. Maybe someone to understand what feelings you're going through? Or someone to hold up a mirror with a trauma-informed and compassionate lens. Whether it be depression, anxiety, grief, relationships, trauma, or difficult life transitions, we’ll collaborate together to help you be you. Sometimes we just need a soft place to land when we fall.
Sean Brannan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CHT
Verified Verified
West University Heights, San Diego, CA 92108
Sean Brannan is a certified Cognitive Behavioral Hypnotherapist (CHt), & Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT#106207), specializing in hypnotherapy and relationship counseling. He works with men, women, couples, young adults and children. His work helps facilitate powerful life changes focused on the creation of a more meaningful, fulfilling life. "Our life's experiences are determined by a continual interaction of our mind, bodies, spirit, emotions, and relationships. Awareness and acceptance of these aspects of who we are is the key to creating an amazing life's journey".
Sean Brannan is a certified Cognitive Behavioral Hypnotherapist (CHt), & Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT#106207), specializing in hypnotherapy and relationship counseling. He works with men, women, couples, young adults and children. His work helps facilitate powerful life changes focused on the creation of a more meaningful, fulfilling life. "Our life's experiences are determined by a continual interaction of our mind, bodies, spirit, emotions, and relationships. Awareness and acceptance of these aspects of who we are is the key to creating an amazing life's journey".
Luke Schlimme
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
West University Heights, San Diego, CA 92108
When life gets tough, whether it's anxiety or depression or relationship dissatisfaction, it can feel overwhelming. It is often an internal wake-up call to reach for support and receive help from others in order to cope effectively.
When life gets tough, whether it's anxiety or depression or relationship dissatisfaction, it can feel overwhelming. It is often an internal wake-up call to reach for support and receive help from others in order to cope effectively.
Dan Vaci
Marriage & Family Therapist, Aetna, United, Optum, Cigna
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
West University Heights, San Diego, CA 92108
When life gets tough, it forces us to look for ways to change, heal and grow. It helps to have somebody walk with us through these challenging periods. Let's see if we can get your life and your relationships back on the right track. There was a time when you felt more fully connected, more confident, less anxious & better able to move through those stuck places. It's time to break those old patterns that hold you back from realizing your full potential. Let's work together to create the life changes you've been wanting. You deserve it! I am In-Network with Aetna, Optum, United Healthcare and Cigna.
When life gets tough, it forces us to look for ways to change, heal and grow. It helps to have somebody walk with us through these challenging periods. Let's see if we can get your life and your relationships back on the right track. There was a time when you felt more fully connected, more confident, less anxious & better able to move through those stuck places. It's time to break those old patterns that hold you back from realizing your full potential. Let's work together to create the life changes you've been wanting. You deserve it! I am In-Network with Aetna, Optum, United Healthcare and Cigna.
Are you searching to find meaning and struggle with negative thoughts about yourself and your life? I believe that given an environment of dignity, respect, compassion and unconditional positive regard, every person can tap into their own resiliency, achieve personal growth and realize their own unique potential.I am a Clinical Psychologist with over 12 years experience working as a therapist, researcher and educator. I see both individuals and couples with a range of issues, including depression, anxiety, interpersonal problems, grief and loss, aging issues, substance abuse, gender, sexuality, sexual health and out of control sexual behavior.
Are you searching to find meaning and struggle with negative thoughts about yourself and your life? I believe that given an environment of dignity, respect, compassion and unconditional positive regard, every person can tap into their own resiliency, achieve personal growth and realize their own unique potential.I am a Clinical Psychologist with over 12 years experience working as a therapist, researcher and educator. I see both individuals and couples with a range of issues, including depression, anxiety, interpersonal problems, grief and loss, aging issues, substance abuse, gender, sexuality, sexual health and out of control sexual behavior.
Dr. Mark Gregory Karris
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, MDiv, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West University Heights, San Diego, CA 92108
Hello! My name is Dr. Mark Gregory Karris. Based in San Diego, I am the author of the best-selling relationship book, Beyond Fairy Tales: A Couple's Guide to Finding Clarity, Doing the Work, and Building a Lasting Relationship. I specialize in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Transformative Couples Therapy (TCT), & trauma-informed, innovative techniques to strengthen connections and resolve relationship challenges. With extensive experience as a university professor, author, researcher, and workshop leader, I'm here to help. If cost is a concern, don't hesitate to reach out—I'm happy to explore sliding scale options if available.
Hello! My name is Dr. Mark Gregory Karris. Based in San Diego, I am the author of the best-selling relationship book, Beyond Fairy Tales: A Couple's Guide to Finding Clarity, Doing the Work, and Building a Lasting Relationship. I specialize in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Transformative Couples Therapy (TCT), & trauma-informed, innovative techniques to strengthen connections and resolve relationship challenges. With extensive experience as a university professor, author, researcher, and workshop leader, I'm here to help. If cost is a concern, don't hesitate to reach out—I'm happy to explore sliding scale options if available.
Kurt Rhim
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, APCC
Verified Verified
West University Heights, San Diego, CA 92116
I am open to any and all clients seeking ways to overcome their challenges and barriers to live fulfilling lives. I specialize in working with those dealing with varying traumas and big life changes, as well as those seeking general support on a weekly basis.
I am open to any and all clients seeking ways to overcome their challenges and barriers to live fulfilling lives. I specialize in working with those dealing with varying traumas and big life changes, as well as those seeking general support on a weekly basis.
Kevin Fawcett
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
West University Heights, San Diego, CA 92108
I applaud your willingness to take this first and courageous step. Making the decision to begin therapy can be extremely difficult but the result can be highly rewarding--and life changing. I provide therapy services for adolescents, adults, couples, and families struggling with depression, anxiety, stress, and many other life or relationship problems.
Though I enjoy working with individuals of all ages, I have developed a passion and distinctive skill set for working with the college-aged/young adult population and their unique issues, finding that the work I am doing has not only been highly effective but also rewarding.
I applaud your willingness to take this first and courageous step. Making the decision to begin therapy can be extremely difficult but the result can be highly rewarding--and life changing. I provide therapy services for adolescents, adults, couples, and families struggling with depression, anxiety, stress, and many other life or relationship problems.
Though I enjoy working with individuals of all ages, I have developed a passion and distinctive skill set for working with the college-aged/young adult population and their unique issues, finding that the work I am doing has not only been highly effective but also rewarding.
Donald Hua
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West University Heights, San Diego, CA 92116
Not accepting new clients
Do you lash out at people for no obvious reason? Do you avoid certain situations or emotions? Do past memories seem to haunt you? Does it seem like there is an ongoing battle inside yourself? These are often signs of trauma, symptoms that can keep people from living fulfilling lives. I have 5+ years working with military veterans, LGBTQ+ folx, and survivors of childhood trauma using culturally sensitive and intersectional approaches. Poly and kink friendly.
Do you lash out at people for no obvious reason? Do you avoid certain situations or emotions? Do past memories seem to haunt you? Does it seem like there is an ongoing battle inside yourself? These are often signs of trauma, symptoms that can keep people from living fulfilling lives. I have 5+ years working with military veterans, LGBTQ+ folx, and survivors of childhood trauma using culturally sensitive and intersectional approaches. Poly and kink friendly.
Online Therapists
Meeting with clients for years, I recognize that many find themselves trapped with shame. Shame causes intense emotional distresses such as depression and anxiety. Likewise, personal life struggles can also become entangled in it. Even talking to a therapist requires a lot of courage because of shame. When we feel stuck, self-criticism and self-doubt compound this feeling of inability. Therapy is not an easy process, and dealing with the discomfort will bring about self-validation and self-respect because of the limitations that shame brings us.
Meeting with clients for years, I recognize that many find themselves trapped with shame. Shame causes intense emotional distresses such as depression and anxiety. Likewise, personal life struggles can also become entangled in it. Even talking to a therapist requires a lot of courage because of shame. When we feel stuck, self-criticism and self-doubt compound this feeling of inability. Therapy is not an easy process, and dealing with the discomfort will bring about self-validation and self-respect because of the limitations that shame brings us.
Dr. Cody Gustaveson is a Psychologist in California who has been working in mental health since 2016. He has a PhD in Clinical Psychology from Alliant International University, completed his Internship at Norton Sound Health Corporation, and his Post-Doc at Kaiser Permanente. Dr. Gustaveson is uniquely trained in health psychology and community mental health. This means that he has specialized training in treating individuals who experience depression, anxiety, or a whole host of other psychiatric disorders that occur with chronic illness as well as the entire spectrum of diagnoses.
Dr. Cody Gustaveson is a Psychologist in California who has been working in mental health since 2016. He has a PhD in Clinical Psychology from Alliant International University, completed his Internship at Norton Sound Health Corporation, and his Post-Doc at Kaiser Permanente. Dr. Gustaveson is uniquely trained in health psychology and community mental health. This means that he has specialized training in treating individuals who experience depression, anxiety, or a whole host of other psychiatric disorders that occur with chronic illness as well as the entire spectrum of diagnoses.
Ken Noguchi
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92108 (Online Only)
My therapeutic approach is holistic and person-centered that promotes a nonjudgmental stance, genuineness , and empathy. I believe patients have the answers within themselves, and my job is to help them find these answers and actualize their potential. I enjoy working with adolescents and adults who experience challenges including but not limited to depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, stress, relationships, personal growth, life transitions, and cultural and spiritual issues.
My therapeutic approach is holistic and person-centered that promotes a nonjudgmental stance, genuineness , and empathy. I believe patients have the answers within themselves, and my job is to help them find these answers and actualize their potential. I enjoy working with adolescents and adults who experience challenges including but not limited to depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, stress, relationships, personal growth, life transitions, and cultural and spiritual issues.
Dr. Pratt works with people in a practical, encouraging, strategic, and respectful manner that utilizes their strengths to achieve their goals as quickly as possible. He provides a comfortable environment in which he actively assists clients to clear away blocks to achieving their goals. Dr. Pratt works with clients to achieve a wide spectrum of goals such as improving the ability to cope, heal, improve and maintain wellness and achieve optimal functioning. He has advanced training in EMDR, Clinical Hypnosis, Energy Psychology, and Cognitive and Behavioral approaches for treating and unblocking trauma, anxiety and emotional blocks.
Dr. Pratt works with people in a practical, encouraging, strategic, and respectful manner that utilizes their strengths to achieve their goals as quickly as possible. He provides a comfortable environment in which he actively assists clients to clear away blocks to achieving their goals. Dr. Pratt works with clients to achieve a wide spectrum of goals such as improving the ability to cope, heal, improve and maintain wellness and achieve optimal functioning. He has advanced training in EMDR, Clinical Hypnosis, Energy Psychology, and Cognitive and Behavioral approaches for treating and unblocking trauma, anxiety and emotional blocks.
My name is Armando Ozuna Jr. and I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Bakersfield, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults and specialize in depression, anxiety, personality disorders, and substance use disorders, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy to help my clients make progress and start feeling better.
My name is Armando Ozuna Jr. and I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Bakersfield, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults and specialize in depression, anxiety, personality disorders, and substance use disorders, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy to help my clients make progress and start feeling better.
I'm Dr. Kaleb Singleton, a licensed clinical psychologist in California and Wisconsin. I approach therapy from a eclectic clinical approach using CBT and supportive client centered methods. At the root of my approach is a focus on love of self and acceptance of one's perfect imperfections as the unique human condition. I am first and foremost a listener. Many people just need to be seen, heard, and given an appropriate amount of space for self-expression. After understanding the needs of my clients, I prefer to take a collaboration like approach to finding a way to achieve or restore emotional balance in their lives.
I'm Dr. Kaleb Singleton, a licensed clinical psychologist in California and Wisconsin. I approach therapy from a eclectic clinical approach using CBT and supportive client centered methods. At the root of my approach is a focus on love of self and acceptance of one's perfect imperfections as the unique human condition. I am first and foremost a listener. Many people just need to be seen, heard, and given an appropriate amount of space for self-expression. After understanding the needs of my clients, I prefer to take a collaboration like approach to finding a way to achieve or restore emotional balance in their lives.
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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.