Male Therapists in Sun Valley, CA
Jose Trinidad Ruvalcaba
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PPSC
Verified Verified
Sun Valley, CA 91352
Welcome to your healing journey, finding a therapist is your first step towards relief. My work history consists of individual and family therapy, and school social work. I employ Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing in my practice. I graduated from California State University Northridge and have my LCSW. I have 4 years' experience working with clients who struggle with depression, anxiety, developmental trauma, adjustment disorders, and stress management.
Welcome to your healing journey, finding a therapist is your first step towards relief. My work history consists of individual and family therapy, and school social work. I employ Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing in my practice. I graduated from California State University Northridge and have my LCSW. I have 4 years' experience working with clients who struggle with depression, anxiety, developmental trauma, adjustment disorders, and stress management.
This includes guiding you through the various treatments and interventions that we may use, including Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, and the Gott man Method.
My name is William Martinez and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I bring 20 years of experience working with individuals who are either experiencing pain or are feeling "stuck." My approach consists of working alongside you to help you overcome difficult periods in life. I do this through the use of evidence-based, yet realistic and practical approaches that will help you on your path to reaching your long-term goals.
This includes guiding you through the various treatments and interventions that we may use, including Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, and the Gott man Method.
My name is William Martinez and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I bring 20 years of experience working with individuals who are either experiencing pain or are feeling "stuck." My approach consists of working alongside you to help you overcome difficult periods in life. I do this through the use of evidence-based, yet realistic and practical approaches that will help you on your path to reaching your long-term goals.
Ryan Robert Jordan
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MSc, AMFT, APCC, CADC-I
Verified Verified
Sun Valley, CA 91353 (Online Only)
If you are looking for a safe space to share the hu man condition in its totality, feel free to contact me!.
During these uncertain times, mental health is of utmost concern. Isolation, anxiety, life stressors, & financial worries can all have a detrimental impact to one's mental health. Teamwork makes the dream work and I'd like to accompany you on the moon with a fishing pole! Personal connection can be hard to come by & one of my goals is to create a genuine connection. It might appear impossible to connect with an individual, talk about life, and progress in personal development, but we got this! If you are looking for someone to walk with you on a journey of self-discovery and "aha" moments, I look forward to meeting you!
If you are looking for a safe space to share the hu man condition in its totality, feel free to contact me!.
During these uncertain times, mental health is of utmost concern. Isolation, anxiety, life stressors, & financial worries can all have a detrimental impact to one's mental health. Teamwork makes the dream work and I'd like to accompany you on the moon with a fishing pole! Personal connection can be hard to come by & one of my goals is to create a genuine connection. It might appear impossible to connect with an individual, talk about life, and progress in personal development, but we got this! If you are looking for someone to walk with you on a journey of self-discovery and "aha" moments, I look forward to meeting you!
Hello! My name is Nicholas Giotto. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I am passionate to have the privilege of helping others to navigate life’s challenges. I take a balanced approach to therapy, meeting individuals wherever they are in their journey of positive mental health. Sometimes that involves examining the past through a psychodynamic lens; other times taking a here-and-now view to make change using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) or other mindfulness-based approaches.
Hello! My name is Nicholas Giotto. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I am passionate to have the privilege of helping others to navigate life’s challenges. I take a balanced approach to therapy, meeting individuals wherever they are in their journey of positive mental health. Sometimes that involves examining the past through a psychodynamic lens; other times taking a here-and-now view to make change using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) or other mindfulness-based approaches.
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A strong client/therapist alliance has been shown to be one of the most important factors in healing by a large number of studies. I would be happy to offer a free consultation to see if we are a good fit and discuss how I can assist you on your journey towards greater life satisfaction. I enjoy working with individuals, couples and families struggling with parenting. I offer highly structured trauma therapy based in desensitizing and reprocessing negative past events, but many clients prefer a looser structure, with a focus on finding meaning and building on natural supports and strengths.
A strong client/therapist alliance has been shown to be one of the most important factors in healing by a large number of studies. I would be happy to offer a free consultation to see if we are a good fit and discuss how I can assist you on your journey towards greater life satisfaction. I enjoy working with individuals, couples and families struggling with parenting. I offer highly structured trauma therapy based in desensitizing and reprocessing negative past events, but many clients prefer a looser structure, with a focus on finding meaning and building on natural supports and strengths.
DeShannon Williamson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90068 (Online Only)
I also serve as a Board member for 2 organizations where we mentor hundreds of young men of color to be successful.
I offer expertise in evidence-based treatments for anxiety, depression, and relationship difficulties. I use a collaborative and strengths-based approach that integrates cultural factors as appropriate. I was raised in an inner-city, urban area, and I carry a high level of understanding for individuals that come from marginalized environments like myself. I also specialize in professional and work stress. I have been a business owner, philanthropist, and investor for almost 30 years. I have experience with high output career stress and how it can affect us.
I also serve as a Board member for 2 organizations where we mentor hundreds of young men of color to be successful.
I offer expertise in evidence-based treatments for anxiety, depression, and relationship difficulties. I use a collaborative and strengths-based approach that integrates cultural factors as appropriate. I was raised in an inner-city, urban area, and I carry a high level of understanding for individuals that come from marginalized environments like myself. I also specialize in professional and work stress. I have been a business owner, philanthropist, and investor for almost 30 years. I have experience with high output career stress and how it can affect us.
My name is Drew Caldwell and I have a clinical background in treating high acuity mental health disorders that include anxiety, depression, PTSD, substance, mood, and personality disorders. I have extensive experience working in foster care agencies and community outpatient clinics. My therapeutic approach is rooted in a hu manistic perspective utilizing cognitive and dialectical behavior modalities with an emphasis on mindfulness-based stress reduction and holistic nutrition. I am eager to work with clients who are self-aware and are in need of a therapeutic connection.
My name is Drew Caldwell and I have a clinical background in treating high acuity mental health disorders that include anxiety, depression, PTSD, substance, mood, and personality disorders. I have extensive experience working in foster care agencies and community outpatient clinics. My therapeutic approach is rooted in a hu manistic perspective utilizing cognitive and dialectical behavior modalities with an emphasis on mindfulness-based stress reduction and holistic nutrition. I am eager to work with clients who are self-aware and are in need of a therapeutic connection.
Dairek Morgan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CSAT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
North Hollywood, CA 91605
My extensive personal experience in the entertainment industry allows me to understand and work with both individuals and couples through the industry's unique de mands and challenges.
Perhaps life has handed you a crisis. Or maybe it's a season in which your soul needs a bit more attention or you just feel stuck. Whatever the reason, whether your relationships need strengthening or it feels like you're on the brink, I thoroughly believe therapy is worth your time, your financial and your emotional investment. Together we will approach your trials with compassion, courage and hope. I believe in healing. I believe in peace. I believe growth is as much about the journey as the arrival. I'd be honored to be a part of that journey.
My extensive personal experience in the entertainment industry allows me to understand and work with both individuals and couples through the industry's unique de mands and challenges.
Perhaps life has handed you a crisis. Or maybe it's a season in which your soul needs a bit more attention or you just feel stuck. Whatever the reason, whether your relationships need strengthening or it feels like you're on the brink, I thoroughly believe therapy is worth your time, your financial and your emotional investment. Together we will approach your trials with compassion, courage and hope. I believe in healing. I believe in peace. I believe growth is as much about the journey as the arrival. I'd be honored to be a part of that journey.
I am a partner in the process and share many of my own experiences along my continued journey to achieving wholeness.
I am a therapist with significant experience working with men through various stages of their life. I also have a strong background in substance abuse issues and family dynamics that impact our growth. My goal is to help you see opportunities to address the real issues in your life and help you make lasting changes for your personal growth and healthy relationships.
I am a partner in the process and share many of my own experiences along my continued journey to achieving wholeness.
I am a therapist with significant experience working with men through various stages of their life. I also have a strong background in substance abuse issues and family dynamics that impact our growth. My goal is to help you see opportunities to address the real issues in your life and help you make lasting changes for your personal growth and healthy relationships.
My name is Curran Commerford Psy.D. and I am a licensed clinical psychologist in California (PSY33834). Change is a constant experience of life. Whether we seek change or change finds us, challenges arise as we strive to better ourselves through understanding. This is part of the hu man journey. As a psychologist, it is my goal to bring understanding, meaning, and skills to those who work with me. I believe that genuineness, compassion, and respect are imperative in all aspects of clinical work. My specialties are treating anxiety, trauma, chronic pain/health issues, interpersonal relationships, aging, depression, and life changes
My name is Curran Commerford Psy.D. and I am a licensed clinical psychologist in California (PSY33834). Change is a constant experience of life. Whether we seek change or change finds us, challenges arise as we strive to better ourselves through understanding. This is part of the hu man journey. As a psychologist, it is my goal to bring understanding, meaning, and skills to those who work with me. I believe that genuineness, compassion, and respect are imperative in all aspects of clinical work. My specialties are treating anxiety, trauma, chronic pain/health issues, interpersonal relationships, aging, depression, and life changes
Hello. My name is Mark. I am a gay, disabled therapist (licensed clinical social worker, LCSW). I believe that we all have the strengths to overcome or cope with the challenges we face, we might just need a little support. I work with a wide range of clients, but I have a passion for those with disabilities, those with foster care experience, and those in the LGBTQI community. I work with clients facing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, and life transitions. While in session with me you can expect a direct and empathetic approach.
Hello. My name is Mark. I am a gay, disabled therapist (licensed clinical social worker, LCSW). I believe that we all have the strengths to overcome or cope with the challenges we face, we might just need a little support. I work with a wide range of clients, but I have a passion for those with disabilities, those with foster care experience, and those in the LGBTQI community. I work with clients facing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, and life transitions. While in session with me you can expect a direct and empathetic approach.
Dr. Aydin Olson-Kennedy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
North Hollywood, CA 91606 (Online Only)
Informed by fifteen years of clinical experience working with over one-thousand clients and my personal experiences as a trans person, I can help parents better understand the experiences of gender dysphoria and how dysphoria can lead to anxiety and depression, and how in an attempt to cope with dysphoria, many youths turn to isolation and disengagement.
Trust and confidentiality are vital to the therapeutic relationship and process. For parents of transgender and non-binary youth, this can sometimes leave them feeling "out of the loop." Before their child came out, they came in. As a result, parents often find themselves behind and may feel confused, overwhelmed, and sometimes scared about what this new information means about their child and future. In an attempt to close the knowledge gap, parents often rely on asking questions but are often met with anger from their children and sometimes feel shut out.
Informed by fifteen years of clinical experience working with over one-thousand clients and my personal experiences as a trans person, I can help parents better understand the experiences of gender dysphoria and how dysphoria can lead to anxiety and depression, and how in an attempt to cope with dysphoria, many youths turn to isolation and disengagement.
Trust and confidentiality are vital to the therapeutic relationship and process. For parents of transgender and non-binary youth, this can sometimes leave them feeling "out of the loop." Before their child came out, they came in. As a result, parents often find themselves behind and may feel confused, overwhelmed, and sometimes scared about what this new information means about their child and future. In an attempt to close the knowledge gap, parents often rely on asking questions but are often met with anger from their children and sometimes feel shut out.
Michael Modresky
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
North Hollywood, CA 91601 (Online Only)
Let's start figuring out what you want and what keeps getting in the way! Change can be worth it and hard. Saying what you want can be relieving and overwhelming. I am here for all it. Parsing out all the different feelings can show us how complicated moving forward has been. Together, let’s put some words to what it has felt like and how you can get things moving toward your goals. Whether it's your family, friends, partner, work, or all of the above, I'm here (and excited!) to help you figure out how to start moving closer to the life you want.
Let's start figuring out what you want and what keeps getting in the way! Change can be worth it and hard. Saying what you want can be relieving and overwhelming. I am here for all it. Parsing out all the different feelings can show us how complicated moving forward has been. Together, let’s put some words to what it has felt like and how you can get things moving toward your goals. Whether it's your family, friends, partner, work, or all of the above, I'm here (and excited!) to help you figure out how to start moving closer to the life you want.
Edwin Albert Huerta
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Burbank, CA 91501
Hi there, my name is Edwin! My experience in Social Work has allowed me to work alongside students of all ages (elementary through college) where we worked on topics such as depressive moods, anxiety, stress, and questions surrounding queer identity. Working with these students allowed us to start conversations about communication skills and triggers that they faced in their day to day life. Working alongside them, we were able to identify what steps they were comfortable doing to implement into their lives to see results.
Hi there, my name is Edwin! My experience in Social Work has allowed me to work alongside students of all ages (elementary through college) where we worked on topics such as depressive moods, anxiety, stress, and questions surrounding queer identity. Working with these students allowed us to start conversations about communication skills and triggers that they faced in their day to day life. Working alongside them, we were able to identify what steps they were comfortable doing to implement into their lives to see results.
From client-centered to cognitive behavioral approaches it is important for you to feel comfortable with working at your pace with managing situations in the now and also processing history that may be affecting your daily functioning.
I have been a Marriage and Family Therapist for the last 13 years working passionately and sportingly with a variety of clients. I have also spent 10 years prior working in different facets of the mental health system such as schools, hospitals, and group homes. Supporting clients to achieve their goals heal and grow is my core goal. I have worked with a wide variety of clients both Spanish and English speaking. I've worked with clients from the ages of 6 years old to 60 years old on a variety of conditions including anxiety, autism, depression, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia.
From client-centered to cognitive behavioral approaches it is important for you to feel comfortable with working at your pace with managing situations in the now and also processing history that may be affecting your daily functioning.
I have been a Marriage and Family Therapist for the last 13 years working passionately and sportingly with a variety of clients. I have also spent 10 years prior working in different facets of the mental health system such as schools, hospitals, and group homes. Supporting clients to achieve their goals heal and grow is my core goal. I have worked with a wide variety of clients both Spanish and English speaking. I've worked with clients from the ages of 6 years old to 60 years old on a variety of conditions including anxiety, autism, depression, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia.
Gary Michael Larkin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MS, MFT
Verified Verified
North Hollywood, CA 91606 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with children with disabilities and their families, Autism, Tourette Syndrome, OCD, ADHD, learning and behavior disorders, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, addiction,adoption issues, Men's Issues, infertility, victims and perpetrators of crime and abuse, individuals, couples, families, and groups, and those with depression related to careers in Show Business.
I have been licensed for 18 years, and have worked with various populations. I am a client-centered behaviorist; meaning I help people change behaviors by presenting them with coping strategies and communication skills to help deal with life on life's terms. I use my experience, as well as professional life as a special education teacher for the last 22 years, a 48 year marriage, and 35 years of a personal 12-Step Program to guide my theoretical orientation to help change distorted thinking into positive choices. I listen with empathy, and offer suggestions for hope and change. .
I specialize in working with children with disabilities and their families, Autism, Tourette Syndrome, OCD, ADHD, learning and behavior disorders, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, addiction,adoption issues, Men's Issues, infertility, victims and perpetrators of crime and abuse, individuals, couples, families, and groups, and those with depression related to careers in Show Business.
I have been licensed for 18 years, and have worked with various populations. I am a client-centered behaviorist; meaning I help people change behaviors by presenting them with coping strategies and communication skills to help deal with life on life's terms. I use my experience, as well as professional life as a special education teacher for the last 22 years, a 48 year marriage, and 35 years of a personal 12-Step Program to guide my theoretical orientation to help change distorted thinking into positive choices. I listen with empathy, and offer suggestions for hope and change. .
Workplace issues ( managing stress, employee-to-employee conflict, critical incidents in the workplace, perfor mance and conduct concerns) I also address.
I have expertise in marriage counseling and individual therapy, in which I specialize. Couples counseling is considered short-term, generally between 10 and 25 sessions. I focus on advancing communication skills, intimacy, trust, parenting skills, values clarification, resolving conflict, and building a marital vision. I also specialize in family-of-origin issues (relationship issues, generational problems, rejection complex, identity/ self-esteem concerns, and physical and sexual abuse).
Workplace issues ( managing stress, employee-to-employee conflict, critical incidents in the workplace, perfor mance and conduct concerns) I also address.
I have expertise in marriage counseling and individual therapy, in which I specialize. Couples counseling is considered short-term, generally between 10 and 25 sessions. I focus on advancing communication skills, intimacy, trust, parenting skills, values clarification, resolving conflict, and building a marital vision. I also specialize in family-of-origin issues (relationship issues, generational problems, rejection complex, identity/ self-esteem concerns, and physical and sexual abuse).
Hello, my name is David. I have worked in the mental healthcare field for over 20 years. I have worked with young adults, veterans, individuals diagnosed with severe psychiatric disorders, older adults, and adults struggling with substance abuse disorders, including those suffering from homelessness. My top modalities include Eclectic and Psychodynamic approaches, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Mindfulness/Meditation. Through a secure-video format, I offer traditional, high-quality therapy to treat a variety of stressful and challenging conditions.
Hello, my name is David. I have worked in the mental healthcare field for over 20 years. I have worked with young adults, veterans, individuals diagnosed with severe psychiatric disorders, older adults, and adults struggling with substance abuse disorders, including those suffering from homelessness. My top modalities include Eclectic and Psychodynamic approaches, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Mindfulness/Meditation. Through a secure-video format, I offer traditional, high-quality therapy to treat a variety of stressful and challenging conditions.
Tarquin Alexander is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in California who has been practicing since 2019. He has an MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Northwestern University, an MA in Critical Studies from USC School of Cinematic Arts, and a BA from the University of Colorado at Denver. Tarquin offers a non-judgmental exploration of a client's history, demonstrating a commitment to valuing that client's individual experience and unique perspective. Similarly, he is compassionate, approachable, culturally sensitive, and self-aware.
Tarquin Alexander is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in California who has been practicing since 2019. He has an MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Northwestern University, an MA in Critical Studies from USC School of Cinematic Arts, and a BA from the University of Colorado at Denver. Tarquin offers a non-judgmental exploration of a client's history, demonstrating a commitment to valuing that client's individual experience and unique perspective. Similarly, he is compassionate, approachable, culturally sensitive, and self-aware.
Are you grappling with anxiety, addictions, or have experienced trauma and PTSD? Are you struggling with the aftermath of infidelity, lack of intimacy, separation, and lack of trust? You don't need to navigate these challenges alone! We know that these experiences are difficult to process or overcome, and may make you feel isolated, hopeless, or misunderstood. I can heIp you! We can explore break the patterns and ease painful emotions that may be impacting your life and relationships, empowering you to pursue a more fulfilling existence.
Are you grappling with anxiety, addictions, or have experienced trauma and PTSD? Are you struggling with the aftermath of infidelity, lack of intimacy, separation, and lack of trust? You don't need to navigate these challenges alone! We know that these experiences are difficult to process or overcome, and may make you feel isolated, hopeless, or misunderstood. I can heIp you! We can explore break the patterns and ease painful emotions that may be impacting your life and relationships, empowering you to pursue a more fulfilling existence.
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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.