Male Therapists in Scottsville, KY
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Charles Burgett
Marriage & Family Therapist, MAE, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Scottsville, KY 42164
Over the past 18 years I have found clients seeking my assistance who are searching for ways to improve their lives. Many times we find ourselves either stuck or unable to break free from the thoughts, feelings or behaviors that seem to drag us down. Many people find it helpful to be able to voice their struggles to someone who will be non judgmental or condemning. I have found that people want to renew their hope for a better tomorrow, others need to regain their inner strength, while others long for a new vision of what their life could be.
Over the past 18 years I have found clients seeking my assistance who are searching for ways to improve their lives. Many times we find ourselves either stuck or unable to break free from the thoughts, feelings or behaviors that seem to drag us down. Many people find it helpful to be able to voice their struggles to someone who will be non judgmental or condemning. I have found that people want to renew their hope for a better tomorrow, others need to regain their inner strength, while others long for a new vision of what their life could be.
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Brittney Benningfield
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, LPCA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Scottsville, KY 42164
Not accepting new clients
Starting therapy can be daunting, & finding a therapist who is the right fit can be even tougher. I want you to know that I am so proud of you & am so glad you are here! I believe that we all need someone to talk to, & I would love to be that somebody for you! Going through life can be challenging, & it may feel like too much to handle on our own. As your therapist, I will meet you where you are & walk alongside you on your journey. My goal is to provide support & tools that empower you in whichever phase of life you might be in.
Starting therapy can be daunting, & finding a therapist who is the right fit can be even tougher. I want you to know that I am so proud of you & am so glad you are here! I believe that we all need someone to talk to, & I would love to be that somebody for you! Going through life can be challenging, & it may feel like too much to handle on our own. As your therapist, I will meet you where you are & walk alongside you on your journey. My goal is to provide support & tools that empower you in whichever phase of life you might be in.
Online Therapists
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William C Green
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MDiv, LCSW, AAMFT
Verified Verified
Shepherdsville, KY 40165
Life can be stressful and throw us curves, from job to relationships to children to parent/elder care to grief and loss. Using the client's special/ unique skills, I work collaboratively to solve existing problems. With over 25 years of experience, I especially enjoy working with families and couples of all ages. I also work with Domestic Violence perpetrators and victims, with the goal of the perpetrator becoming a nonviolent, respectful partner and/or parent.
Life can be stressful and throw us curves, from job to relationships to children to parent/elder care to grief and loss. Using the client's special/ unique skills, I work collaboratively to solve existing problems. With over 25 years of experience, I especially enjoy working with families and couples of all ages. I also work with Domestic Violence perpetrators and victims, with the goal of the perpetrator becoming a nonviolent, respectful partner and/or parent.
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I work with people who have experienced a wide range of challenges, including physical violence, emotional neglect, failed relationships, infidelity, chronic and addictive behaviors, feelings of "not-enoughness", shame, and guilt. I believe that everyone has the potential to heal and transform; I am here to help you on your journey. I believe that hurt not transformed will be passed on to others. If this idea resonates with you, I encourage you to reach out to me. I want to help you heal from pain and unrest, so that you can live a more fulfilling life.
I work with people who have experienced a wide range of challenges, including physical violence, emotional neglect, failed relationships, infidelity, chronic and addictive behaviors, feelings of "not-enoughness", shame, and guilt. I believe that everyone has the potential to heal and transform; I am here to help you on your journey. I believe that hurt not transformed will be passed on to others. If this idea resonates with you, I encourage you to reach out to me. I want to help you heal from pain and unrest, so that you can live a more fulfilling life.
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Bill DeSpain
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bowling Green, KY 42104
“We are all born same, we are completely cute, innocent, sweet, and we need that reflection of ourselves as little human beings to live, …” – Anneke Lucas. Hello, I’m Bill, a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) located in Bowling Green, Kentucky. It seems that life can sometimes take a bit of the cuteness, innocence, and sweetness away. It is important to remember that our need for belonging and attachment continues throughout life and is not outgrown. If anything, the need may grow to seemingly greater levels. When our needs are not met, the response may be one of experiencing emptiness in life and low self-esteem.
“We are all born same, we are completely cute, innocent, sweet, and we need that reflection of ourselves as little human beings to live, …” – Anneke Lucas. Hello, I’m Bill, a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) located in Bowling Green, Kentucky. It seems that life can sometimes take a bit of the cuteness, innocence, and sweetness away. It is important to remember that our need for belonging and attachment continues throughout life and is not outgrown. If anything, the need may grow to seemingly greater levels. When our needs are not met, the response may be one of experiencing emptiness in life and low self-esteem.
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Harold Whittle
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, DMin, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Franklin, KY 42134 (Online Only)
Having 30 years of experience as a helping professional and counselor in a number of community settings as well as in private practice, I have been honored to serve many diverse people facing a lot of different struggles in life.
Having 30 years of experience as a helping professional and counselor in a number of community settings as well as in private practice, I have been honored to serve many diverse people facing a lot of different struggles in life.
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My ideal clients are those that are looking for change. I'm a firm believer in second chances and having a fair chance at life. Someone once gave me as much. My clients tend to struggle with past trauma or PTSD symptoms, ADHD, depression, anxiety, anger issues. I've also worked with children removed from their families, adoptions and separations. My client's goals will be to find hope and begin the healing process. I believe we all are capable of healing and changing the course of our lives!
My ideal clients are those that are looking for change. I'm a firm believer in second chances and having a fair chance at life. Someone once gave me as much. My clients tend to struggle with past trauma or PTSD symptoms, ADHD, depression, anxiety, anger issues. I've also worked with children removed from their families, adoptions and separations. My client's goals will be to find hope and begin the healing process. I believe we all are capable of healing and changing the course of our lives!
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Hello, I'm Dylan as you can tell from the profile you just clicked on. I believe in what I do matters and I want to provide therapy and support to individuals, couples, and families in the healthiest way possible. An ideal client for me is someone who wants to make steps forward in their life and seeks to see improvement in their well-being. I will do my best to provide counseling to those regardless of if they are struggling with a life transition or have battled chronic mental illness for years. I wish to help those who are ready to seek it out.
Hello, I'm Dylan as you can tell from the profile you just clicked on. I believe in what I do matters and I want to provide therapy and support to individuals, couples, and families in the healthiest way possible. An ideal client for me is someone who wants to make steps forward in their life and seeks to see improvement in their well-being. I will do my best to provide counseling to those regardless of if they are struggling with a life transition or have battled chronic mental illness for years. I wish to help those who are ready to seek it out.
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Gary Barker
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC, CMHIMP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Owensboro, KY 42303
As a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor I consider therapy a path of change by way of a specific kind of partnership where clients feel understood, valued, and free to explore patterns of thoughts, emotions, conflicts, and relationships. My approach to counseling is a blend of theoretical concepts aimed at resolving conflicts and refining the necessary skills to meet life's challenges.
As a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor I consider therapy a path of change by way of a specific kind of partnership where clients feel understood, valued, and free to explore patterns of thoughts, emotions, conflicts, and relationships. My approach to counseling is a blend of theoretical concepts aimed at resolving conflicts and refining the necessary skills to meet life's challenges.
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David Kingsbury
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC-S, LCADC, NCC, ICAADC
Verified Verified
Columbia, KY 42728
Are you looking for someone passionate about helping you overcome obstacles, achieve happiness, or discover your life purpose? Finding my own recovery and faith, along with helping others conquer challenges similar to my own, are major motivators for my personal mission and professional work. I see my career less as a job and more as a calling. My heart is to make a difference in your life and to help you overcome anxiety, depression, and emotional pain. So, really, each encounter is an opportunity, a chance to give back some of what I’ve been given.
Are you looking for someone passionate about helping you overcome obstacles, achieve happiness, or discover your life purpose? Finding my own recovery and faith, along with helping others conquer challenges similar to my own, are major motivators for my personal mission and professional work. I see my career less as a job and more as a calling. My heart is to make a difference in your life and to help you overcome anxiety, depression, and emotional pain. So, really, each encounter is an opportunity, a chance to give back some of what I’ve been given.
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I believe that hurt not transformed will be passed on to others. If this idea resonates with you, I encourage you to reach out to me. I want to help you heal from pain and unrest, so that you can live a more fulfilling life. I have worked with people who have experienced a wide range of challenges, including physical violence, emotional neglect, failed relationships, infidelity, chronic addictive behaviors, feelings of not-enoughness, shame, and guilt. I believe that everyone has the potential to heal and transform; I am here to help you on your journey.
I believe that hurt not transformed will be passed on to others. If this idea resonates with you, I encourage you to reach out to me. I want to help you heal from pain and unrest, so that you can live a more fulfilling life. I have worked with people who have experienced a wide range of challenges, including physical violence, emotional neglect, failed relationships, infidelity, chronic addictive behaviors, feelings of not-enoughness, shame, and guilt. I believe that everyone has the potential to heal and transform; I am here to help you on your journey.
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William Biddle, I am a Psychologist with over 30 years of experience doing psychotherapy and psychological evaluations. I have extensive experience in treating PTSD, anxiety, depression, and existential issues (finding meaning and purpose in life).
William Biddle, I am a Psychologist with over 30 years of experience doing psychotherapy and psychological evaluations. I have extensive experience in treating PTSD, anxiety, depression, and existential issues (finding meaning and purpose in life).
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Whatever challenges bring you here, you're probably searching for some type of relief, understanding, or solution. I applaud your courage and effort, and now let's make what you're seeking happen! I have spent years teaching and supervising future therapists, so I feel comfortable and competent with a range of perspectives, situations, and issues that occur in therapy. If this your first experience, I'll demystify the process early, and whether this is new or you happen to be a seasoned clinician yourself, our shared environment will be one of respect, collaboration and warmth, and if appropriate, spiced with a bit of humor as well.
Whatever challenges bring you here, you're probably searching for some type of relief, understanding, or solution. I applaud your courage and effort, and now let's make what you're seeking happen! I have spent years teaching and supervising future therapists, so I feel comfortable and competent with a range of perspectives, situations, and issues that occur in therapy. If this your first experience, I'll demystify the process early, and whether this is new or you happen to be a seasoned clinician yourself, our shared environment will be one of respect, collaboration and warmth, and if appropriate, spiced with a bit of humor as well.
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Darren Payne
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, CSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hodgenville, KY 42748
Everyone has a different journey in life. Sometimes the journey can become a bit overwhelming and our emotions start steering the ship. This has happened to us all at one point in time or another. As a therapist, it is my job to help you regain your captains seat on your ship. This is accomplished by providing multi-dimensional therapeutic intervention that is tailored to each individual client. This therapy is provided in a non-judgmental and relaxing setting (with an extremely comfortable couch).
Everyone has a different journey in life. Sometimes the journey can become a bit overwhelming and our emotions start steering the ship. This has happened to us all at one point in time or another. As a therapist, it is my job to help you regain your captains seat on your ship. This is accomplished by providing multi-dimensional therapeutic intervention that is tailored to each individual client. This therapy is provided in a non-judgmental and relaxing setting (with an extremely comfortable couch).
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Phoenix Preferred Care provides individual counseling, family counseling, and collateral support to clients of all ages. Our staff are trauma-informed and work collaboratively with clients from a strengths-based approach using evidenced-based treatment.
Phoenix Preferred Care provides individual counseling, family counseling, and collateral support to clients of all ages. Our staff are trauma-informed and work collaboratively with clients from a strengths-based approach using evidenced-based treatment.
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Thomas Haffner
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Louisville, KY 40229 (Online Only)
If your marriage is struggling; If you are reeling from the aftermath of an affair; If you want your “surviving” marriage to be a “thriving” marriage; If you want to improve other relationships in your life; If you seek self improvement; Contact me. I have 20 years of experience helping people improve themselves and their relationships. Let’s get you started on a new path.
If your marriage is struggling; If you are reeling from the aftermath of an affair; If you want your “surviving” marriage to be a “thriving” marriage; If you want to improve other relationships in your life; If you seek self improvement; Contact me. I have 20 years of experience helping people improve themselves and their relationships. Let’s get you started on a new path.
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William J. Hanshaw, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
Bowling Green, KY 42104
I prefer clients who have the courage to risk coming in for an appointment facing the unknown and leaving their session with a sense of self acceptance, performance confidence and some tools with which to better manage their thought, feelings, and behaviors. Regardless of their presenting problems, I want to present a "no judgment zone". I have a sign in the waiting room that states, "I Will Not Should On Myself Today". Demands cause emotional problems while preferences seldom do. A place where active listening makes a difference. I discover many clients return to learn and experience more.
I prefer clients who have the courage to risk coming in for an appointment facing the unknown and leaving their session with a sense of self acceptance, performance confidence and some tools with which to better manage their thought, feelings, and behaviors. Regardless of their presenting problems, I want to present a "no judgment zone". I have a sign in the waiting room that states, "I Will Not Should On Myself Today". Demands cause emotional problems while preferences seldom do. A place where active listening makes a difference. I discover many clients return to learn and experience more.
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I provide Clinical Psychology and Rehabilitation Psychology services. My Internship at Lakeview Neurobehavioral Rehabilitation in Wisconsin included training in Neurocognitive assessment and interventions for adults and children in the Specialty Hospital and Child Residential units. The patients and residents were treated for Acquired Brain Injury, Autism, and other neurocognitive conditions. Since 2005, I have been living and working in Hardin County, initially in Community Mental Health. I began my own practice in 2012. Besides psychotherapy, I provide neurocognitive and psychological evaluations requested by local neurologists, behavioral health providers, and primary care phyicians..
I provide Clinical Psychology and Rehabilitation Psychology services. My Internship at Lakeview Neurobehavioral Rehabilitation in Wisconsin included training in Neurocognitive assessment and interventions for adults and children in the Specialty Hospital and Child Residential units. The patients and residents were treated for Acquired Brain Injury, Autism, and other neurocognitive conditions. Since 2005, I have been living and working in Hardin County, initially in Community Mental Health. I began my own practice in 2012. Besides psychotherapy, I provide neurocognitive and psychological evaluations requested by local neurologists, behavioral health providers, and primary care phyicians..
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Dr. Tay Robinson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Madisonville, KY 42431
I am dedicated to providing psychotherapy services to Black and Brown men and Veterans. As a Black veteran myself, I deeply understand the unique challenges and experiences faced by these populations and I am committed to offering a safe and supportive space for healing and growth. I understand the complexities of identity, racism, and societal pressures that contribute to mental health challenges within these communities. I have developed a deep understanding of the specific struggles faced by Veterans, such as PTSD, transition difficulties, and reintegration challenges.
I am dedicated to providing psychotherapy services to Black and Brown men and Veterans. As a Black veteran myself, I deeply understand the unique challenges and experiences faced by these populations and I am committed to offering a safe and supportive space for healing and growth. I understand the complexities of identity, racism, and societal pressures that contribute to mental health challenges within these communities. I have developed a deep understanding of the specific struggles faced by Veterans, such as PTSD, transition difficulties, and reintegration challenges.
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Christopher Rains
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bowling Green, KY 42101 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Kentucky with seven years of combined therapy and case management experience helping individuals navigate life's challenges. I specialize in working with individuals suffering from anxiety, borderline personality disorder, bipolar disorder, self-esteem issues, and codependency. I look at the bigger picture of your life and use a collaborative approach to figure out what areas we can work on helping you change to improve the quality of your life.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Kentucky with seven years of combined therapy and case management experience helping individuals navigate life's challenges. I specialize in working with individuals suffering from anxiety, borderline personality disorder, bipolar disorder, self-esteem issues, and codependency. I look at the bigger picture of your life and use a collaborative approach to figure out what areas we can work on helping you change to improve the quality of your life.
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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.