Male Therapists in Dorchester, MA
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Out for Good Behavioral Services, Inc.
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MEd, LADC-1, LCDP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Dorchester, MA 02124
I am a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor located in Dorchester, Massachusetts. I have worked in substance abuse for 8 years by helping men and women fight their addictions. As someone who has personally witnessed the struggles of battling drug addiction, I have come to understand that “the change is in the thinking...not the doing.” This means that any changes we want to make must begin with the way we think about things. Our thoughts impact our actions. Thoughts may be deeply impacted by past traumas, anxiety, the environment in which you were raised, depression, or relationships, and may prevent us from being our best selves.
I am a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor located in Dorchester, Massachusetts. I have worked in substance abuse for 8 years by helping men and women fight their addictions. As someone who has personally witnessed the struggles of battling drug addiction, I have come to understand that “the change is in the thinking...not the doing.” This means that any changes we want to make must begin with the way we think about things. Our thoughts impact our actions. Thoughts may be deeply impacted by past traumas, anxiety, the environment in which you were raised, depression, or relationships, and may prevent us from being our best selves.
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Hi there, welcome! Thank you for being strong and courageous. My name is Emmanuel Martinez and welcome to Mercy Counseling Services! I am a licensed mental health counselor. Life is difficult, especially these days. We are living in unprecedented times and our mental health is a priority. We live in a space where day to day, hour to hour things are changing. We all want to be stable and happy, yet persevering and pushing through can be hard. For times like these, we need support, encouragement and someone to talk to.
Hi there, welcome! Thank you for being strong and courageous. My name is Emmanuel Martinez and welcome to Mercy Counseling Services! I am a licensed mental health counselor. Life is difficult, especially these days. We are living in unprecedented times and our mental health is a priority. We live in a space where day to day, hour to hour things are changing. We all want to be stable and happy, yet persevering and pushing through can be hard. For times like these, we need support, encouragement and someone to talk to.
![Photo of Leroy Adams - LA Counseling, LMHC, REV, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3c33dbe3-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/4/320x400.jpeg)
Mental health is how we think, feel and act as we cope with life. It helps determine how we handle stress, relate to others and make choices. Like physical health, mental health is important at every stage of life, from childhood and adolescence through adulthood.
Everyone feels worried, anxious, sad or stressed sometimes. But with a mental illness, these feelings do not go away and are severe enough to interfere with your daily life. It can make it hard meeting and keeping friends, hold a job or enjoy life. "Get plugged In". You cannot wish your problems away. Therapy can help.
Mental health is how we think, feel and act as we cope with life. It helps determine how we handle stress, relate to others and make choices. Like physical health, mental health is important at every stage of life, from childhood and adolescence through adulthood.
Everyone feels worried, anxious, sad or stressed sometimes. But with a mental illness, these feelings do not go away and are severe enough to interfere with your daily life. It can make it hard meeting and keeping friends, hold a job or enjoy life. "Get plugged In". You cannot wish your problems away. Therapy can help.
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I have been operating a general clinical practice serving adults, adolescents, children, families, and couples for over 20 years. My professional orientation is client-centered and problem solving/solution focused – integrating cognitive and family systems approaches. My services offered include brief treatment, intermittent treatment, longer term treatment, individual, couples, and family therapy. Referral problems typically include mood disorders, relationship problems, parenting problems, family adjustment problems, trauma and abuse issues, anxiety disorders, loss and bereavement issues, marital issues and post-divorce adjustment, and adolescent behavior problems.
I have been operating a general clinical practice serving adults, adolescents, children, families, and couples for over 20 years. My professional orientation is client-centered and problem solving/solution focused – integrating cognitive and family systems approaches. My services offered include brief treatment, intermittent treatment, longer term treatment, individual, couples, and family therapy. Referral problems typically include mood disorders, relationship problems, parenting problems, family adjustment problems, trauma and abuse issues, anxiety disorders, loss and bereavement issues, marital issues and post-divorce adjustment, and adolescent behavior problems.
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Michael Denton-Smith
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Dorchester, MA 02125 (Online Only)
Are you having difficulty adjusting to a new environment, relationship, identity, or phase of life? Do you overanalyze social interactions or struggle to connect with others? I have been a practicing Licensed Mental Health Counselor for 5 years and have experience working with adults in multiple settings including college counseling, community mental health, private practice, and case management. As a queer-identified therapist, I am fiercely dedicated to working with clients in the LGBTQIA+ community, and affirming of kink and ENM/polyamory as well.
Are you having difficulty adjusting to a new environment, relationship, identity, or phase of life? Do you overanalyze social interactions or struggle to connect with others? I have been a practicing Licensed Mental Health Counselor for 5 years and have experience working with adults in multiple settings including college counseling, community mental health, private practice, and case management. As a queer-identified therapist, I am fiercely dedicated to working with clients in the LGBTQIA+ community, and affirming of kink and ENM/polyamory as well.
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I have increased experience with helping individuals of the LGBTQIA population and particular issues that are associated with the community. I have a wide range of experience working with children, adolescents, families, couples, and individuals in therapy. I work to provide a judgement free space for individuals to share and explore who they are. I am a strong believer in supporting people through difficult change and helping them discover more about themselves through the process. My main focus of theoretical orientation is grounded in cognitive behavioral therapy, client centered therapy, and IFS.
I have increased experience with helping individuals of the LGBTQIA population and particular issues that are associated with the community. I have a wide range of experience working with children, adolescents, families, couples, and individuals in therapy. I work to provide a judgement free space for individuals to share and explore who they are. I am a strong believer in supporting people through difficult change and helping them discover more about themselves through the process. My main focus of theoretical orientation is grounded in cognitive behavioral therapy, client centered therapy, and IFS.
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Caleb Brooks Brooks
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, AAHD-CC, ASDCS, CCATP
Verified Verified
Dorchester, MA 02125 (Online Only)
Are you or your loved one struggling with the overwhelming effects of trauma, PTSD, or substance abuse? Perhaps your child is facing challenges with ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, or behavioral issues. These struggles can feel isolating and insurmountable, but you are not alone. As a licensed social worker with over a decade of experience, I am dedicated to helping individuals and families navigate these difficult times. Together, we can work towards healing, understanding, and a brighter future.
Are you or your loved one struggling with the overwhelming effects of trauma, PTSD, or substance abuse? Perhaps your child is facing challenges with ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, or behavioral issues. These struggles can feel isolating and insurmountable, but you are not alone. As a licensed social worker with over a decade of experience, I am dedicated to helping individuals and families navigate these difficult times. Together, we can work towards healing, understanding, and a brighter future.
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Bruce Burleson
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS, LADC1
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Dorchester, MA 02122 (Online Only)
Are you experiencing problems with alcohol or drugs? Do you find yourself caught up in a cycle of other addictive behaviors such as gaming, the Internet or gambling? I have good news and bad news for you. First the bad news: it takes effort to stop addictive behaviors, and to address the underlying emotional or trauma issues that compel you to relapse over and over again. There’s no magic wand, no Abracadabra. Now the good news. The cycle doesn’t have to be endless, and recovery is possible! I do individual, couples and family counseling.
Are you experiencing problems with alcohol or drugs? Do you find yourself caught up in a cycle of other addictive behaviors such as gaming, the Internet or gambling? I have good news and bad news for you. First the bad news: it takes effort to stop addictive behaviors, and to address the underlying emotional or trauma issues that compel you to relapse over and over again. There’s no magic wand, no Abracadabra. Now the good news. The cycle doesn’t have to be endless, and recovery is possible! I do individual, couples and family counseling.
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Kenneth MacIntosh
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CHT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dorchester, MA 02125 (Online Only)
Kenny is a US Navy Veteran (Corpsman/Medic) and therapist specializing in PTSD, anxiety, self-sabotaging behaviors, and depression. Are you genuinely curious about unhelpful patterns that seem to keep showing up in your life and relationships? Do you ask why you can't let things go, have trust issues, or the inability to relax? You keep putting other's needs first, have trouble setting boundaries or communicating your needs? Unable to see your purpose? Real change can only occur when you are genuinely curious about uncovering recurring patterns and are motivated to try out new strategies to break them.
Kenny is a US Navy Veteran (Corpsman/Medic) and therapist specializing in PTSD, anxiety, self-sabotaging behaviors, and depression. Are you genuinely curious about unhelpful patterns that seem to keep showing up in your life and relationships? Do you ask why you can't let things go, have trust issues, or the inability to relax? You keep putting other's needs first, have trouble setting boundaries or communicating your needs? Unable to see your purpose? Real change can only occur when you are genuinely curious about uncovering recurring patterns and are motivated to try out new strategies to break them.
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Brian J. Rachmaciej
Counselor, EdD, LMHC, MACCS, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dorchester, MA 02122
Not accepting new clients
Dr. Brian J. Rachmaciej, Ed.D. is an independently Massachusetts and Florida Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Licensed School Psychologist with extensive forensic experience. Dr. Rachmaciej is an LMHC Supervisor in MA and Fl. He can be contracted for Supervision and Case Consultation. Dr. Rachmaciej focuses on a multicultural practice with a strength based focus. Dr. Rachmaciej is trauma trained recognizing the significant impact of trauma within the therapeutic healing process. Dr. Rachmaciej se habla espanol y puede apoyar a ti y tu familia hoy! Si esta interesado en una cita para ti o tu familia llamame hoy al 413-281-8035.
Dr. Brian J. Rachmaciej, Ed.D. is an independently Massachusetts and Florida Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Licensed School Psychologist with extensive forensic experience. Dr. Rachmaciej is an LMHC Supervisor in MA and Fl. He can be contracted for Supervision and Case Consultation. Dr. Rachmaciej focuses on a multicultural practice with a strength based focus. Dr. Rachmaciej is trauma trained recognizing the significant impact of trauma within the therapeutic healing process. Dr. Rachmaciej se habla espanol y puede apoyar a ti y tu familia hoy! Si esta interesado en una cita para ti o tu familia llamame hoy al 413-281-8035.
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Frustrated? Feeling confused or overwhelmed? Often, life speeds away from us before we realize how quickly things have changed. Life is a process of personal growth and evolution, as well as a process of building and maintaining relationships with people in a world that's constantly in flux. If you're looking to develop greater insight into these concerns, counseling is a great place to start. In my practice, I focus on partnering with you to explore challenges around interpersonal relationships, behavioral problems, sexual identity and behavior, and many other aspects of life.
Frustrated? Feeling confused or overwhelmed? Often, life speeds away from us before we realize how quickly things have changed. Life is a process of personal growth and evolution, as well as a process of building and maintaining relationships with people in a world that's constantly in flux. If you're looking to develop greater insight into these concerns, counseling is a great place to start. In my practice, I focus on partnering with you to explore challenges around interpersonal relationships, behavioral problems, sexual identity and behavior, and many other aspects of life.
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Life, relationships, work, marriage and more provide challenges and are complicated to say the least. I pride myself in creating a therapeutic environment that allows everyone a space to reflect on your inner narrative. We then create a more accurate monologue that will help you transform your relationships with people, places and things.
Life, relationships, work, marriage and more provide challenges and are complicated to say the least. I pride myself in creating a therapeutic environment that allows everyone a space to reflect on your inner narrative. We then create a more accurate monologue that will help you transform your relationships with people, places and things.
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Andrew Seplow
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
Therapy is about seeking balance and asking questions and looking for answers. Finding a balance between what we feel and what we know and a balance between the quicker emotional side of our mind and the more considered rational side are part of the process. Whether the questions are around interpersonal relationships, substance abuse, parenting, or career and motivation the answers will come only with this balance.
My approach to therapy is about solving problems based on a relational and collaborative approach offering a supportive and sympathetic ear balanced with reality and solutions.
Therapy is about seeking balance and asking questions and looking for answers. Finding a balance between what we feel and what we know and a balance between the quicker emotional side of our mind and the more considered rational side are part of the process. Whether the questions are around interpersonal relationships, substance abuse, parenting, or career and motivation the answers will come only with this balance.
My approach to therapy is about solving problems based on a relational and collaborative approach offering a supportive and sympathetic ear balanced with reality and solutions.
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Joel E. Friedman
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02118 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am a licensed psychologist with over 30 years' experience. My approach to psychotherapy is to create a safe, nonjudgmental environment where clients feel they can be themselves. My clients include people from all walks of life who want to work on issues such as difficult relationships, stress/anxiety, depression, conflict with family/friends, loss, difficult workplace situations, codependence, and those who are highly sensitive. I strive to help each client develop his/her own skills to reach their goals, to develop more fulfilling lives, to feel better and have more satisfying relationships.
I am a licensed psychologist with over 30 years' experience. My approach to psychotherapy is to create a safe, nonjudgmental environment where clients feel they can be themselves. My clients include people from all walks of life who want to work on issues such as difficult relationships, stress/anxiety, depression, conflict with family/friends, loss, difficult workplace situations, codependence, and those who are highly sensitive. I strive to help each client develop his/her own skills to reach their goals, to develop more fulfilling lives, to feel better and have more satisfying relationships.
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I see my role as creating a safe space a where you can explore what it means to be you. Within the therapeutic alliance, built on trust and unconditional positive regard, I will listen to your joys, your fears, and your pain with empathy and compassion, and offer you the tools to thrive. My approach draws from person-centered, strength-based, and trauma-informed perspectives, utilizing a combination of orientations that includes cognitive behavioral, humanistic, psychoanalytic, transpersonal, somatic, and mindfulness-based. I personalize my approach to best suit each individual client.
I see my role as creating a safe space a where you can explore what it means to be you. Within the therapeutic alliance, built on trust and unconditional positive regard, I will listen to your joys, your fears, and your pain with empathy and compassion, and offer you the tools to thrive. My approach draws from person-centered, strength-based, and trauma-informed perspectives, utilizing a combination of orientations that includes cognitive behavioral, humanistic, psychoanalytic, transpersonal, somatic, and mindfulness-based. I personalize my approach to best suit each individual client.
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Howie Schnairsohn- - - - -Group Therapist (Young Adults)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW , MSW, MS, CGP
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02130
I lead groups for Professionals in Mental Health who wish to carve out time for their own emotional care and needs; and for Young Adults, struggling with depression and anxiety around relationships and transitions . It is within the process of relationship-making (the engine that powers group), that patterns of interaction are revealed that hinder or enhance connecting with others. Group members feel heard and seen from which emerges a sense of self worth and belonging. Rome was not built in a day, however, and neither is real and lasting change for those of us stuck fighting old wars and narratives in ways no longer serving us.
I lead groups for Professionals in Mental Health who wish to carve out time for their own emotional care and needs; and for Young Adults, struggling with depression and anxiety around relationships and transitions . It is within the process of relationship-making (the engine that powers group), that patterns of interaction are revealed that hinder or enhance connecting with others. Group members feel heard and seen from which emerges a sense of self worth and belonging. Rome was not built in a day, however, and neither is real and lasting change for those of us stuck fighting old wars and narratives in ways no longer serving us.
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Daniel McClure
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD, MS
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02115
Waitlist for new clients
Clients I work with are often seeking to live more mindful, balanced and sustainable lives. I work with clients where they are to meet life's challenges and opportunities more skillfully.
Clients I work with are often seeking to live more mindful, balanced and sustainable lives. I work with clients where they are to meet life's challenges and opportunities more skillfully.
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David Vincent
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jamaica Plain, MA 02130 (Online Only)
I am a collaborative and solution focused therapist, I'm here to support you through life's challenges with empathy and personalized treatment techniques. I understand that difficult experiences can lead to feelings of anxiety, depression, or a sense of being lost. My goal is to help you navigate these challenges with compassion and honesty, guiding you toward recognizing your inner strengths and becoming a happier, healthier version of yourself.
I am a collaborative and solution focused therapist, I'm here to support you through life's challenges with empathy and personalized treatment techniques. I understand that difficult experiences can lead to feelings of anxiety, depression, or a sense of being lost. My goal is to help you navigate these challenges with compassion and honesty, guiding you toward recognizing your inner strengths and becoming a happier, healthier version of yourself.
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Julian C Post
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02115 (Online Only)
Hi there! I'm a Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW) providing therapy to help folks live happier, healthier, and more authentic lives. As the mixed-race child of a single mother who immigrated to the US to make a better life for her family, I want to carry on her mission to improve the lives of others. My therapeutic approach emphasizes building relationships, creating structure, and using whatever strengths, interests, and passions you have to build consistent momentum towards reaching your goals. I believe in progress, not perfection, and folks motivated to grow and heal by doing the work are always welcome in my practice.
Hi there! I'm a Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW) providing therapy to help folks live happier, healthier, and more authentic lives. As the mixed-race child of a single mother who immigrated to the US to make a better life for her family, I want to carry on her mission to improve the lives of others. My therapeutic approach emphasizes building relationships, creating structure, and using whatever strengths, interests, and passions you have to build consistent momentum towards reaching your goals. I believe in progress, not perfection, and folks motivated to grow and heal by doing the work are always welcome in my practice.
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I specialize in attachment-oriented individual, couples & family therapy with years of experience helping teens and adults find their way to healthier relationships with themselves and others. My training in DBT, MBT, Relational Life (Terry Real) and Gottmanian couples therapies are the cornerstones of my work improving relationships and well-being. I've aided many badly-bruised relationships. I particularly enjoy working with couples facing trust & communication issues, as well as individuals coping with identity, life-transition, personality & relationship issues. Autism, divorce, narcissism, & men's issues are also specialities.
I specialize in attachment-oriented individual, couples & family therapy with years of experience helping teens and adults find their way to healthier relationships with themselves and others. My training in DBT, MBT, Relational Life (Terry Real) and Gottmanian couples therapies are the cornerstones of my work improving relationships and well-being. I've aided many badly-bruised relationships. I particularly enjoy working with couples facing trust & communication issues, as well as individuals coping with identity, life-transition, personality & relationship issues. Autism, divorce, narcissism, & men's issues are also specialities.
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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.