Male Therapists in Ludington, MI
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Toby Wessel, LMSW, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Ludington, MI 49431 (Online Only)
Life is interesting, isn't it. There is so much that is wonderful and beautiful and fun. And, of course, it can be difficult, as well. Our stresses can make life hard and sometimes lead to anxiety. Sometimes we become overwhelmed. Our sadnesses, loses and hurts can become depressing. I think it is good to remember that whatever 'normal' means, difficulties are a part of the landscape of living. In fact, research suggests that at one time or another 85% of us find that it is all a little much. I think it is also good to remember that we are largely self- healing.
Life is interesting, isn't it. There is so much that is wonderful and beautiful and fun. And, of course, it can be difficult, as well. Our stresses can make life hard and sometimes lead to anxiety. Sometimes we become overwhelmed. Our sadnesses, loses and hurts can become depressing. I think it is good to remember that whatever 'normal' means, difficulties are a part of the landscape of living. In fact, research suggests that at one time or another 85% of us find that it is all a little much. I think it is also good to remember that we are largely self- healing.
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Derik Van Baale
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LMSW, CCTP
Verified Verified
Ludington, MI 49431 (Online Only)
Therapy should help you get better. My goal is to help clients move through difficult situations and make changes in their lives that contribute positively to their health. While I am a certified complex trauma therapist and specialize in treating combat related PTSD, I have also helped clients struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and infidelity. As a coach, I help clients to achieve personal goals such as losing weight or managing anger. Some people are wary of seeing a therapist, but my straight forward approach and focus on finding solutions has been an attractive option for even the most hesitant clients.
Therapy should help you get better. My goal is to help clients move through difficult situations and make changes in their lives that contribute positively to their health. While I am a certified complex trauma therapist and specialize in treating combat related PTSD, I have also helped clients struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and infidelity. As a coach, I help clients to achieve personal goals such as losing weight or managing anger. Some people are wary of seeing a therapist, but my straight forward approach and focus on finding solutions has been an attractive option for even the most hesitant clients.
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I believe in being fully attentive and engaged in the therapy process. I bring nearly 40 years of experience conscientiously doing my own work in the hopes of offering that wisdom to my clients. In therapy, you may find me challenging, but my focus is always on your goals. My real skill is in facilitating a greater emotional and psychological understanding that leads to change.
I believe in being fully attentive and engaged in the therapy process. I bring nearly 40 years of experience conscientiously doing my own work in the hopes of offering that wisdom to my clients. In therapy, you may find me challenging, but my focus is always on your goals. My real skill is in facilitating a greater emotional and psychological understanding that leads to change.
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Bryan Salminen
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ludington, MI 49431 (Online Only)
All my sessions are virtual so I can work with individuals and couples anywhere in Michigan. With each and every person I work with, I strive to listen unconditionally, emphasizing the importance of listening as a component to strong relationships. It is a privilege to engage and guide clients to a deeper understanding of their life’s journey. It is a gift to share in the healing, growth, mindfulness and meaning achieved when one seeks change. I am honored to work with each of my clients, and am often impressed by their insightful wisdom.
All my sessions are virtual so I can work with individuals and couples anywhere in Michigan. With each and every person I work with, I strive to listen unconditionally, emphasizing the importance of listening as a component to strong relationships. It is a privilege to engage and guide clients to a deeper understanding of their life’s journey. It is a gift to share in the healing, growth, mindfulness and meaning achieved when one seeks change. I am honored to work with each of my clients, and am often impressed by their insightful wisdom.
Online Therapists
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Kyle Alan Ford
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ionia, MI 48846
Anxiety, depression, addiction, neurodivergence (ADHD, Autism, OCD), and traumatic experiences can all take away a person’s voice, understandability, and respect, especially during adolescence and adulthood. There are pieces to their story which a person can either block out, ignore, or fear. The problem comes when these pieces eat away at the person’s emotional, mental, social, spiritual, and/or vocational health. Building resilience involves getting that voice back, feeling understood, and respected in an inclusive environment.
Anxiety, depression, addiction, neurodivergence (ADHD, Autism, OCD), and traumatic experiences can all take away a person’s voice, understandability, and respect, especially during adolescence and adulthood. There are pieces to their story which a person can either block out, ignore, or fear. The problem comes when these pieces eat away at the person’s emotional, mental, social, spiritual, and/or vocational health. Building resilience involves getting that voice back, feeling understood, and respected in an inclusive environment.
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Psychotherapy and counseling are most effective and long lasting when provided with compassion, understanding and hope. I believe in these values strongly. Talking about your doubts, worries and fears with a stranger can be daunting at first. When you are offered an open, responsive dialogue that is nonjudgemental, accepting and respectful this initial discomfort is replaced by a sense of emotional freedom rarely experienced before.Self acceptance and resiliency emerge and grow so that life challenges that before seemed so inhibiting are now met with confidence. I have been honored to witness and participate in these hard work miracles for over 35 years.
Psychotherapy and counseling are most effective and long lasting when provided with compassion, understanding and hope. I believe in these values strongly. Talking about your doubts, worries and fears with a stranger can be daunting at first. When you are offered an open, responsive dialogue that is nonjudgemental, accepting and respectful this initial discomfort is replaced by a sense of emotional freedom rarely experienced before.Self acceptance and resiliency emerge and grow so that life challenges that before seemed so inhibiting are now met with confidence. I have been honored to witness and participate in these hard work miracles for over 35 years.
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Dr. Michael Verona
Counselor, PhD, LPC, CAADC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mount Pleasant, MI 48858
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC) in the state of Michigan. I am currently providing in-person and telemental health services to individuals struggling with ongoing mental health issues including anxiety, depression, PTSD, addiction, grief, and more. I work with adolescent and adult populations and utilize both humanistic and cognitive behavioral approaches to counseling which honor an individual’s strengths, build upon existing capabilities, and encourage autonomy.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC) in the state of Michigan. I am currently providing in-person and telemental health services to individuals struggling with ongoing mental health issues including anxiety, depression, PTSD, addiction, grief, and more. I work with adolescent and adult populations and utilize both humanistic and cognitive behavioral approaches to counseling which honor an individual’s strengths, build upon existing capabilities, and encourage autonomy.
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My ideal client is fairly straightforward: aside from any particular issues that may bring them to therapy, my ideal client is one who wants to make changes and is willing to work at doing so. Together, we'll navigate life's complexities, uncovering insights and building the skills you need to thrive. Your journey towards a happier, more fulfilling life starts with taking that first step. Reach out today, and let's begin that journey together.
My ideal client is fairly straightforward: aside from any particular issues that may bring them to therapy, my ideal client is one who wants to make changes and is willing to work at doing so. Together, we'll navigate life's complexities, uncovering insights and building the skills you need to thrive. Your journey towards a happier, more fulfilling life starts with taking that first step. Reach out today, and let's begin that journey together.
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Jordan Hardiman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LMSW-C, CAADC
Verified Verified
Blanchard, MI 49310 (Online Only)
I offer individualized outpatient therapy services for a wide variety of needs, including but not limited to drug and alcohol addiction, anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, personality disorders, bipolar disorder, and relapse prevention. I also have extensive experience collaborating with court systems.
I offer individualized outpatient therapy services for a wide variety of needs, including but not limited to drug and alcohol addiction, anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, personality disorders, bipolar disorder, and relapse prevention. I also have extensive experience collaborating with court systems.
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Over 40 years of experience Tom Rundquist, M.A. LPC can help you get through your situation with new satisfaction. Great rates and open 7 days a week to accommodate anyone at any point in time.Next day appointments upon request. Tom is a holistic health practitioner. Editor of a prevention game Horse is Boss (Drug Culture Monopoly) 3rd Ed.based on his recovering ex-addicts in Detroit.See Amazon. Located on N.State ( Business North US 131) across from Old Airport Hanger, two houses south of Rivertown Realty. By appointment only. If driver gets false alcohol reading on interlock, do ETG urine ($40).
Over 40 years of experience Tom Rundquist, M.A. LPC can help you get through your situation with new satisfaction. Great rates and open 7 days a week to accommodate anyone at any point in time.Next day appointments upon request. Tom is a holistic health practitioner. Editor of a prevention game Horse is Boss (Drug Culture Monopoly) 3rd Ed.based on his recovering ex-addicts in Detroit.See Amazon. Located on N.State ( Business North US 131) across from Old Airport Hanger, two houses south of Rivertown Realty. By appointment only. If driver gets false alcohol reading on interlock, do ETG urine ($40).
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Hi, my name is Scott! I earned my Master’s in Social work from Western Michigan University in April 2006. My post graduate experience has been in behavioral health and I have been practicing as a therapist since having obtained my Master’s degree. I specialize in working with kids, adolescents, teens, and young adults, on issues such as anxiety, depression, grief, ADHD, school related issues, behavioral concerns, learning to regulate emotions, and family issues.
Hi, my name is Scott! I earned my Master’s in Social work from Western Michigan University in April 2006. My post graduate experience has been in behavioral health and I have been practicing as a therapist since having obtained my Master’s degree. I specialize in working with kids, adolescents, teens, and young adults, on issues such as anxiety, depression, grief, ADHD, school related issues, behavioral concerns, learning to regulate emotions, and family issues.
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Jordie Vander Wal
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CAADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Holland, MI 49423
Life is difficult, there is no doubt about that. Many times, we all need help navigating through the many unforeseen challenges and circumstances life throws at us. Seeking therapy is the first step towards improving your life. Therapy is a transformative journey where you are heard, understood, and empowered. It's a safe space where you explore, grow, and heal at your own pace.
Life is difficult, there is no doubt about that. Many times, we all need help navigating through the many unforeseen challenges and circumstances life throws at us. Seeking therapy is the first step towards improving your life. Therapy is a transformative journey where you are heard, understood, and empowered. It's a safe space where you explore, grow, and heal at your own pace.
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Are you feeling overwhelmed, having relationship difficulties, or possibly trying to overcome an addiction? Contemplating whether or not therapy can help? Let me say, this is the moment to do something different in your life. Whether you feel that your relationship is stuck in the same repetitive pattern; or trying to overcome an addiction; or maybe having difficulties in day-to-day life due to prior traumatic experiences. I can help you gain a better understanding of not only how trauma impacts our daily functioning; but how relationships work, and how problems can be resolved in even the most challenging situations.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, having relationship difficulties, or possibly trying to overcome an addiction? Contemplating whether or not therapy can help? Let me say, this is the moment to do something different in your life. Whether you feel that your relationship is stuck in the same repetitive pattern; or trying to overcome an addiction; or maybe having difficulties in day-to-day life due to prior traumatic experiences. I can help you gain a better understanding of not only how trauma impacts our daily functioning; but how relationships work, and how problems can be resolved in even the most challenging situations.
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Gabriel Hernandez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grandville, MI 49418
I specialize in treating trauma and PTSD, depression, and anxiety. Folks often come to therapy feeling disconnected from themselves. For this reason, my approach engages your story in a way that encourages reconnecting the body and mind. Whether you’re battling symptoms of depression, anxiety, existential dread, trauma, PTSD, or relational stress, I come alongside you to find hope and relief. My goal is to provide a space where your story feels honored and sacred. I look forward to earning your trust and helping you feel empowered to achieve personal healing and desired change.
I specialize in treating trauma and PTSD, depression, and anxiety. Folks often come to therapy feeling disconnected from themselves. For this reason, my approach engages your story in a way that encourages reconnecting the body and mind. Whether you’re battling symptoms of depression, anxiety, existential dread, trauma, PTSD, or relational stress, I come alongside you to find hope and relief. My goal is to provide a space where your story feels honored and sacred. I look forward to earning your trust and helping you feel empowered to achieve personal healing and desired change.
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Do you struggle with intrusive thoughts? Is it hard to get moving in the mornings? Is your life not what you wanted it to be? Then you have come to the right place. I work with a wide range of clients but specialize helping those with OCD and anxiety. I am also certified in helping couples improve their communication and build trust back into the relationship. I have helped couples deal with marriage infidelity as well as financial hardship. I also specialize in working through men's struggles. I have a very relaxed personality, which helps most clients feel at ease in talking in session.
Do you struggle with intrusive thoughts? Is it hard to get moving in the mornings? Is your life not what you wanted it to be? Then you have come to the right place. I work with a wide range of clients but specialize helping those with OCD and anxiety. I am also certified in helping couples improve their communication and build trust back into the relationship. I have helped couples deal with marriage infidelity as well as financial hardship. I also specialize in working through men's struggles. I have a very relaxed personality, which helps most clients feel at ease in talking in session.
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Ted Wohlford
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Greenville, MI 48838
Feeling stuck or down and ready to turn obstacles into opportunities? Whether you're looking to enhance the good in your life, prevent spiraling, or explore how early childhood attachment and trauma may impact your ability to navigate relationships, trust others, and manage anxiety and fear, counseling can be your next step. I am a fully licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with a passion for helping individuals, couples, and families. You can view my full detailed profile by clicking on the 'My website' button on the right-hand side.
Feeling stuck or down and ready to turn obstacles into opportunities? Whether you're looking to enhance the good in your life, prevent spiraling, or explore how early childhood attachment and trauma may impact your ability to navigate relationships, trust others, and manage anxiety and fear, counseling can be your next step. I am a fully licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with a passion for helping individuals, couples, and families. You can view my full detailed profile by clicking on the 'My website' button on the right-hand side.
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Steven Kreitzer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MDiv, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Grandville, MI 49418
I believe progression towards healing is always possible. The ability to heal is not the problem. It is getting the right help and doing “the work” that creates healing. I love helping people understand their issues and how to heal or deal with them.
I believe progression towards healing is always possible. The ability to heal is not the problem. It is getting the right help and doing “the work” that creates healing. I love helping people understand their issues and how to heal or deal with them.
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Mark Sanford-Pelcher
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LLP, LPC, CAADC
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Mark is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Limited Licensed Psychologist and Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor with many years of experience helping people with depression, anxiety, substance use and relationship problems. He is skilled at helping people with exploring identity and sexuality. He likes to help people learn to achieve their goals through effective interpersonal skills and boundary work. Mark has experience working in the LGBTQ+ community and in the local Native American Community. He has training in many evidence-based practices such as CBT, DBT, Seeking Safety and Motivational Interviewing.
Mark is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Limited Licensed Psychologist and Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor with many years of experience helping people with depression, anxiety, substance use and relationship problems. He is skilled at helping people with exploring identity and sexuality. He likes to help people learn to achieve their goals through effective interpersonal skills and boundary work. Mark has experience working in the LGBTQ+ community and in the local Native American Community. He has training in many evidence-based practices such as CBT, DBT, Seeking Safety and Motivational Interviewing.
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Sometimes, finding hope and purpose can be really difficult. Whether it’s depression, anxiety, relationship issues, teenager adjustments, or even an addiction, the storms of life can be challenging, but you don’t have to weather those storms alone. Everyone deserves to feel hope…everyone deserves to live life with purpose. As a counselor, I've had the privilege of walking with hundreds of people through heavy and often overwhelming seasons in their lives. One of the many things I've learned is that your past does not need to define your future. Restored health, hope, and purpose can be your reality.
Sometimes, finding hope and purpose can be really difficult. Whether it’s depression, anxiety, relationship issues, teenager adjustments, or even an addiction, the storms of life can be challenging, but you don’t have to weather those storms alone. Everyone deserves to feel hope…everyone deserves to live life with purpose. As a counselor, I've had the privilege of walking with hundreds of people through heavy and often overwhelming seasons in their lives. One of the many things I've learned is that your past does not need to define your future. Restored health, hope, and purpose can be your reality.
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Jeffery S. Nagel
Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49546 (Online Only)
Finding a therapist who is a good fit can be a daunting task -especially when we're feeling overwhelmed. The first step always requires strength, and you being here now is a great example of your resilience and urge to change. Therapy can be a safe place where we work together to discover the patterns and underlying barriers that keep you from feeling whole. That is why I never underestimate the importance of providing a warm, transparent, and non-judgmental space for us to explore the deepest parts of your experience.
Finding a therapist who is a good fit can be a daunting task -especially when we're feeling overwhelmed. The first step always requires strength, and you being here now is a great example of your resilience and urge to change. Therapy can be a safe place where we work together to discover the patterns and underlying barriers that keep you from feeling whole. That is why I never underestimate the importance of providing a warm, transparent, and non-judgmental space for us to explore the deepest parts of your experience.
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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.