Male Therapists in Meridian, ID
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My three favorite excuses people use for not going to see a counselor (and my responses): 1. I don’t have time. Nonsense. You have 24 hours in a day and 168 hours in a week. Taking an hour for your own self-care should be a priority and not a task. (2.) Counseling is for crazy people. Also, nonsense. Terms like “crazy” or “mental” are outdated stereotypes. Just because you are struggling with something in life does not mean that you are broken or defective—it just means you might need a little help dealing with it. Which leads me to my personal favorite…
My three favorite excuses people use for not going to see a counselor (and my responses): 1. I don’t have time. Nonsense. You have 24 hours in a day and 168 hours in a week. Taking an hour for your own self-care should be a priority and not a task. (2.) Counseling is for crazy people. Also, nonsense. Terms like “crazy” or “mental” are outdated stereotypes. Just because you are struggling with something in life does not mean that you are broken or defective—it just means you might need a little help dealing with it. Which leads me to my personal favorite…
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CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS My approach is customized to for each person’s unique needs and concerns. The answers to the concerns and problems that trouble us can be discovered within. My goal is to help you discover your true potential that will lead to a happier and fulfilling life. We all have past experiences and parts of life that we struggle to understand, we will work together to learn from your past and with that acknowledgment make choices for a better future. Together, we will seek to uncover behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS My approach is customized to for each person’s unique needs and concerns. The answers to the concerns and problems that trouble us can be discovered within. My goal is to help you discover your true potential that will lead to a happier and fulfilling life. We all have past experiences and parts of life that we struggle to understand, we will work together to learn from your past and with that acknowledgment make choices for a better future. Together, we will seek to uncover behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
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Joshua Dalmas is a compassionate therapist specializing in trauma, anxiety, and negative thinking. He is dedicated to offering comprehensive mental health support through a trauma-informed approach, recognizing each individual's unique experiences. Joshua believes in collaborative therapy, working closely with clients to create personalized treatment plans for healing and growth. Joshua works with diverse populations, such as: adults, couples, adolescents, and families. His expertise can help high school and college students, neurodivergent persons, persons needing family systems support, and those facing complex traumatic pasts.
Joshua Dalmas is a compassionate therapist specializing in trauma, anxiety, and negative thinking. He is dedicated to offering comprehensive mental health support through a trauma-informed approach, recognizing each individual's unique experiences. Joshua believes in collaborative therapy, working closely with clients to create personalized treatment plans for healing and growth. Joshua works with diverse populations, such as: adults, couples, adolescents, and families. His expertise can help high school and college students, neurodivergent persons, persons needing family systems support, and those facing complex traumatic pasts.
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I love the counseling that I do. For the last fifteen years I have been a witness to the courage, tenacity, and resiliency of my clients as they strive to improve their personal lives and relationships in their families. I am convinced that much of our life is determined by the lens that we choose to look through. I also believe counselors are most successful when they also have a healthy lifestyle and live the principles that they teach to their clients. I believe that when you meet me that you will find me to be grounded, healthy, and authentic.
I love the counseling that I do. For the last fifteen years I have been a witness to the courage, tenacity, and resiliency of my clients as they strive to improve their personal lives and relationships in their families. I am convinced that much of our life is determined by the lens that we choose to look through. I also believe counselors are most successful when they also have a healthy lifestyle and live the principles that they teach to their clients. I believe that when you meet me that you will find me to be grounded, healthy, and authentic.
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Mathew T Heindel
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Meridian, ID 83642
I have worked as a Marriage and Family Therapist for over 21 years with adolescents and adults in private practice, community mental health and correctional settings. Over the years, my clientele have voiced appreciation for my style and approach when it comes to balancing therapy sessions with the perfect blend of humor, compassion and accountability. I specialize in working with troubled youth, sexual behavior problems, couples/family, and criminal behavior problems.
I have worked as a Marriage and Family Therapist for over 21 years with adolescents and adults in private practice, community mental health and correctional settings. Over the years, my clientele have voiced appreciation for my style and approach when it comes to balancing therapy sessions with the perfect blend of humor, compassion and accountability. I specialize in working with troubled youth, sexual behavior problems, couples/family, and criminal behavior problems.
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As a human being, you constantly encounter challenges, disappointments, struggles, and events which shape you into who you are, for better or worse. It can be difficult to understand why these things occur, and how to deal with them in a healthy, productive manner. Whether it be simple or complex challenges, goals can be set, problems addressed, and changes made to enhance your ability to navigate life effectively. Having someone to talk to, introduce you to new skills, and to process traumas can bring peace, hope, purpose, and joy to your life.
As a human being, you constantly encounter challenges, disappointments, struggles, and events which shape you into who you are, for better or worse. It can be difficult to understand why these things occur, and how to deal with them in a healthy, productive manner. Whether it be simple or complex challenges, goals can be set, problems addressed, and changes made to enhance your ability to navigate life effectively. Having someone to talk to, introduce you to new skills, and to process traumas can bring peace, hope, purpose, and joy to your life.
![Photo of Shane Thomason, LCPC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/51122b78-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
I utilize a straight-forward and honest approach to therapy and I am direct in identifying real-life solutions to the presenting issues. I am an experienced counselor and I am often able to connect with and form positive relationships with those who are resistant to counseling or skeptical of the counseling process. I have found humor to be quite productive in treatment and will implement it often. I have experience in treating issues such as (but not limited to): depression, anxiety, PTSD/trauma, ADHD, Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder, anger issues, parenting concerns, and marriage/couples issues.
I utilize a straight-forward and honest approach to therapy and I am direct in identifying real-life solutions to the presenting issues. I am an experienced counselor and I am often able to connect with and form positive relationships with those who are resistant to counseling or skeptical of the counseling process. I have found humor to be quite productive in treatment and will implement it often. I have experience in treating issues such as (but not limited to): depression, anxiety, PTSD/trauma, ADHD, Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder, anger issues, parenting concerns, and marriage/couples issues.
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As a Clinical Psychologist, I am committed to empowering others to achieve freedom from fear, find hope, and embrace greater quality of life through evidence-based treatments (EBTs). Patients can expect 3 phases of treatment: 1) gain a full understanding of presenting concerns; 2) apply gold standard/EBTs in several environments; 3) patient stand as expert, generalizing their knowledge, while I sit as a consultant. I offer accurate diagnosing and treatment precision techniques with advanced modalities (e.g., bio/neurofeedback, virtual reality, etc.) and each client can expect a warm welcome from their first contact to the last.
As a Clinical Psychologist, I am committed to empowering others to achieve freedom from fear, find hope, and embrace greater quality of life through evidence-based treatments (EBTs). Patients can expect 3 phases of treatment: 1) gain a full understanding of presenting concerns; 2) apply gold standard/EBTs in several environments; 3) patient stand as expert, generalizing their knowledge, while I sit as a consultant. I offer accurate diagnosing and treatment precision techniques with advanced modalities (e.g., bio/neurofeedback, virtual reality, etc.) and each client can expect a warm welcome from their first contact to the last.
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Chris Hubbard
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Meridian, ID 83646 (Online Only)
Making changes in your life is hard... especially trying to do it alone. My passion in life is helping people envision who they want to be, identify what stands in their way, and create a roadmap to getting what they want from life. Believe you are worth investing in and advocating for, because you are.
Making changes in your life is hard... especially trying to do it alone. My passion in life is helping people envision who they want to be, identify what stands in their way, and create a roadmap to getting what they want from life. Believe you are worth investing in and advocating for, because you are.
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Dr. Ron C Bean
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Meridian, ID 83642
Waitlist for new clients
Life sometimes doesn't go as planned and some challenges can benefit from an experienced guide. I am a specialist in treating trauma and in working with couples. I seek to help develop the tools needed by each unique client using evidence-based approaches balanced with patience, warmth, and enthusiasm. I try to meet each person where you are, discover the strengths within, and focus on helping you live a life based on what you value. I believe communication and boundaries are vital in all relationships and try to provide a supportive, encouraging, sometimes light-hearted, and non-judgmental space for exploration and healing for all.
Life sometimes doesn't go as planned and some challenges can benefit from an experienced guide. I am a specialist in treating trauma and in working with couples. I seek to help develop the tools needed by each unique client using evidence-based approaches balanced with patience, warmth, and enthusiasm. I try to meet each person where you are, discover the strengths within, and focus on helping you live a life based on what you value. I believe communication and boundaries are vital in all relationships and try to provide a supportive, encouraging, sometimes light-hearted, and non-judgmental space for exploration and healing for all.
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As your counselor, I want to help you improve your mood, reduce stress, create better relationships, and learn healthier ways of being. I respect the uniqueness of your situation and look forward to meeting with you.
As your counselor, I want to help you improve your mood, reduce stress, create better relationships, and learn healthier ways of being. I respect the uniqueness of your situation and look forward to meeting with you.
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I believe a strength of mine is connecting with clients (both adolescents and adults) that may not be sold on the counseling process. I believe in creating an environment that fosters genuine care and compassion, in turn creating a relationship of trust with my clients. It is there where healing and growth can begin. No life circumstance is too big to address. You are stronger than you think you are. Often times we are never challenged in a way that gives us a true understanding of self or given the opportunity to truly live a life that is not shackled by fear and anxiety and are left with a life lacking purpose and meaning.
I believe a strength of mine is connecting with clients (both adolescents and adults) that may not be sold on the counseling process. I believe in creating an environment that fosters genuine care and compassion, in turn creating a relationship of trust with my clients. It is there where healing and growth can begin. No life circumstance is too big to address. You are stronger than you think you are. Often times we are never challenged in a way that gives us a true understanding of self or given the opportunity to truly live a life that is not shackled by fear and anxiety and are left with a life lacking purpose and meaning.
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Colby Hammer
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Meridian, ID 83642
Can't seem to get along with you kid? Do even simple conversations turn into conflict and wear you out? Do you wish your kid was better at resolving conflicts, overcoming challenges, and managing emotions? Or do you just want to get along better with them? I help parents better understand their kids and find parenting methods that work. I help kids calm down, manage emotions, solve problems, and get along better with their family. I regularly help families of special needs kids, including Autism Spectrum Disorder and other developmental disorders.
Can't seem to get along with you kid? Do even simple conversations turn into conflict and wear you out? Do you wish your kid was better at resolving conflicts, overcoming challenges, and managing emotions? Or do you just want to get along better with them? I help parents better understand their kids and find parenting methods that work. I help kids calm down, manage emotions, solve problems, and get along better with their family. I regularly help families of special needs kids, including Autism Spectrum Disorder and other developmental disorders.
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I want to help those that may otherwise not receive the help and support they need. We all go through difficult periods in life, and having the right support is essential in taking care of oneself. I’m here to help individuals address past traumas, daily mental health symptoms, suicidal ideations, or day to day stresses. I spent nearly 8 years with the Idaho Crisis and Suicide Hotline. I believe Suicide is preventable and therapy plays a role it the prevention process.
I want to help those that may otherwise not receive the help and support they need. We all go through difficult periods in life, and having the right support is essential in taking care of oneself. I’m here to help individuals address past traumas, daily mental health symptoms, suicidal ideations, or day to day stresses. I spent nearly 8 years with the Idaho Crisis and Suicide Hotline. I believe Suicide is preventable and therapy plays a role it the prevention process.
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Your life has become difficult. Maybe you're concerned about yourself, your child's wellbeing, or the communication in your relationship. Whether it's anxiety, depression, self-esteem, relationship issues, or any other issue, there is hope for a better tomorrow. Together, we can find a path forward to a more hopeful future.
Your life has become difficult. Maybe you're concerned about yourself, your child's wellbeing, or the communication in your relationship. Whether it's anxiety, depression, self-esteem, relationship issues, or any other issue, there is hope for a better tomorrow. Together, we can find a path forward to a more hopeful future.
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Soaring Heights Counseling
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MRC, LCPC
Verified Verified
Meridian, ID 83646 (Online Only)
I have over 20 years of counseling experience specializing in life adjustment and transition issues, grief and loss, divorce and relationships issues, work problems, and major acute life crises events. I prefer working short-term brief counseling utilizing your EAP benefits or private pay. I am passionate about my work as a counselor. I truly love being able to facilitate change in people's life through using my wealth of experience and training in a variety of evidenced-based counseling techniques.
I have over 20 years of counseling experience specializing in life adjustment and transition issues, grief and loss, divorce and relationships issues, work problems, and major acute life crises events. I prefer working short-term brief counseling utilizing your EAP benefits or private pay. I am passionate about my work as a counselor. I truly love being able to facilitate change in people's life through using my wealth of experience and training in a variety of evidenced-based counseling techniques.
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I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor/National Certified Counselor that has worked in the field of mental health for 20 years. As a therapist, I have been able to work with adults in inpatient substance abuse, to teenagers in residential group homes, to community mental health, and to school-based mental health services. I have been so fortunate to have had these opportunities and now dedicate my time in my private practice at Cherry Lane Counseling.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor/National Certified Counselor that has worked in the field of mental health for 20 years. As a therapist, I have been able to work with adults in inpatient substance abuse, to teenagers in residential group homes, to community mental health, and to school-based mental health services. I have been so fortunate to have had these opportunities and now dedicate my time in my private practice at Cherry Lane Counseling.
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Thomas (Tj) Childers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Meridian, ID 83642
Currently accepting clients... I am a compassionate and dedicated therapist with a profound commitment to healing and empowering others. I have honed my expertise in providing a safe and non-judgmental space for individuals to explore their emotions, challenges, and personal growth. My warm and empathetic approach fosters a strong therapeutic alliance, allowing clients to feel supported and understood on their journey towards positive change. I am wholeheartedly committed to helping clients find inner strength and cultivate a more fulfilling and meaningful life
Currently accepting clients... I am a compassionate and dedicated therapist with a profound commitment to healing and empowering others. I have honed my expertise in providing a safe and non-judgmental space for individuals to explore their emotions, challenges, and personal growth. My warm and empathetic approach fosters a strong therapeutic alliance, allowing clients to feel supported and understood on their journey towards positive change. I am wholeheartedly committed to helping clients find inner strength and cultivate a more fulfilling and meaningful life
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Finding a counselor that is right for you can be a daunting chore at the best of times. During times of turmoil, it can be even more complicated. But having the right counselor for you is an important piece of the healing process. A good counselor sees you as you are today and can support you to become the person you want to be. The first step in creating change is to decide that you want to make a change. Finding an ally to support you through your transition can help you take the next steps into the life you want.
Finding a counselor that is right for you can be a daunting chore at the best of times. During times of turmoil, it can be even more complicated. But having the right counselor for you is an important piece of the healing process. A good counselor sees you as you are today and can support you to become the person you want to be. The first step in creating change is to decide that you want to make a change. Finding an ally to support you through your transition can help you take the next steps into the life you want.
With over 20-years of experience, every one of my clients can be sure that I give them my full attention and focus to helping them with effective therapeutic tools. From the very first session, you can be confident that you will be emotionally supported in our endeavor to design real solutions.
With over 20-years of experience, every one of my clients can be sure that I give them my full attention and focus to helping them with effective therapeutic tools. From the very first session, you can be confident that you will be emotionally supported in our endeavor to design real solutions.
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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.