Male Therapists in Golden Valley, MN
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Erik Rinke
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Golden Valley, MN 55422
I'm committed to doing all I can to bring my best toward being a part of this for many years to come.
I understand you may be hurting, worried, feeling lost, scared, frustrated, or overwhelmed. At moments like this, it may be hard to see how things can get better... That's what I'm here for. Let me help you. You are strong, skilled, and capable of improving your situation. I will listen, support, care, and ultimately help you make your life better than before. I know how bad it can get, but I also know how much things can improve; I know because I've been part of that happening for so many over the course of many years.
I'm committed to doing all I can to bring my best toward being a part of this for many years to come.
I understand you may be hurting, worried, feeling lost, scared, frustrated, or overwhelmed. At moments like this, it may be hard to see how things can get better... That's what I'm here for. Let me help you. You are strong, skilled, and capable of improving your situation. I will listen, support, care, and ultimately help you make your life better than before. I know how bad it can get, but I also know how much things can improve; I know because I've been part of that happening for so many over the course of many years.
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I also specialize in working with men who may be struggling with what society expects of them, or who are trying to replace unhealthy attitudes or behaviors in their lives.
I find a great deal of professional joy in seeing others grow to embrace and integrate the best parts of themselves. I most enjoy working with someone who endeavors to explore the part of themselves that has gone unappreciated or untended and which they want to grow. So often we are molded into a person by our environment and experiences that, at times, can be difficult to recognize. I am eager to support you in exploring this best version of yourself!
I also specialize in working with men who may be struggling with what society expects of them, or who are trying to replace unhealthy attitudes or behaviors in their lives.
I find a great deal of professional joy in seeing others grow to embrace and integrate the best parts of themselves. I most enjoy working with someone who endeavors to explore the part of themselves that has gone unappreciated or untended and which they want to grow. So often we are molded into a person by our environment and experiences that, at times, can be difficult to recognize. I am eager to support you in exploring this best version of yourself!
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I have 20 plus years experience working with individuals, couple, families. In my practice I have extensive experience working with individuals with depression/mood disorders and adult/childhood abuse issues. I provide flexible scheduling with immediate appointments available morning, afternoon and evening Monday through Thursday. In addition I am a provider for most major insurances.
I have 20 plus years experience working with individuals, couple, families. In my practice I have extensive experience working with individuals with depression/mood disorders and adult/childhood abuse issues. I provide flexible scheduling with immediate appointments available morning, afternoon and evening Monday through Thursday. In addition I am a provider for most major insurances.
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Michel Rousseau
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Golden Valley, MN 55422
Waitlist for new clients
Are events in your life leaving you feeling lost or on shaky ground? Do you feel stuck as a result of things happening outside of your control? So often this leads folks to feel overwhelmed and at a loss of hope. Sound familiar? You’re not alone. I strive to create a non-judgmental space where you can discuss experiences and process emotions with the central goal of reaching a new level of insight. With new insight comes new solutions. I respect the experience of my clients and understand the extent to which trauma can complicate how a person sees themselves and their place within the world.
Are events in your life leaving you feeling lost or on shaky ground? Do you feel stuck as a result of things happening outside of your control? So often this leads folks to feel overwhelmed and at a loss of hope. Sound familiar? You’re not alone. I strive to create a non-judgmental space where you can discuss experiences and process emotions with the central goal of reaching a new level of insight. With new insight comes new solutions. I respect the experience of my clients and understand the extent to which trauma can complicate how a person sees themselves and their place within the world.
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When we reach our lowest point, an encouraging hand can be a tremendously helpful thing. That is the heart and soul of the work I aim to provide. With each passing year, we learn more about the vital effects intimate relationships, social bonds, and life meaning have upon our personal health and wellness. A sense of fulfilling connection with those who are precious to us often leads to significant improvements in the various parts of the hu man experience.
When we reach our lowest point, an encouraging hand can be a tremendously helpful thing. That is the heart and soul of the work I aim to provide. With each passing year, we learn more about the vital effects intimate relationships, social bonds, and life meaning have upon our personal health and wellness. A sense of fulfilling connection with those who are precious to us often leads to significant improvements in the various parts of the hu man experience.
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James Benda
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Golden Valley, MN 55422
Waitlist for new clients
I began working as a therapist in a Community Health Center seeing individuals, couples and families with minor to severe mental health issues, many suffering from past trauma. This led me to seek more education, supervision and training to help treat those reporting trauma and dissociative symptoms. Now, I mainly work with individuals dealing with complex trauma and dissociative disorders, though I still see some couples/families where one member is dealing with trauma-related dissociative symptoms. I work collaboratively, partnering with people to help resolve lingering past and current issues to achieve their stated goals.
I began working as a therapist in a Community Health Center seeing individuals, couples and families with minor to severe mental health issues, many suffering from past trauma. This led me to seek more education, supervision and training to help treat those reporting trauma and dissociative symptoms. Now, I mainly work with individuals dealing with complex trauma and dissociative disorders, though I still see some couples/families where one member is dealing with trauma-related dissociative symptoms. I work collaboratively, partnering with people to help resolve lingering past and current issues to achieve their stated goals.
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George Brisse
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Golden Valley, MN 55426
Each year new research emerges highlighting the importance of intimate relationships on personal health and wellness. People who have satisfying connections with family, friends, and their community are happier, have fewer health problems, and live longer. For these reasons, I specialize in helping individuals, couples, and families improve the quality of the relationships they have with themselves and those around them. I provide practical information about intimate, long-term connection (based on current research), and offer specific strategies in response to clients' challenges and problems. My approach is collaborative, experiential, and strengths-based.
Each year new research emerges highlighting the importance of intimate relationships on personal health and wellness. People who have satisfying connections with family, friends, and their community are happier, have fewer health problems, and live longer. For these reasons, I specialize in helping individuals, couples, and families improve the quality of the relationships they have with themselves and those around them. I provide practical information about intimate, long-term connection (based on current research), and offer specific strategies in response to clients' challenges and problems. My approach is collaborative, experiential, and strengths-based.
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Richard Chandler
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Golden Valley, MN 55422 (Online Only)
Additionally, I help men and wo men as individual clients with their relationships, ADD-ADHD, anger management & career upgrading.
Have you experienced infidelity, loss of trust, low intimacy, low sex or sexless marriage, hurtful arguing, silent treatment, anger, or threats of separation and divorce? I have helped couples improve their communication & intimacy. I seek to bring clarity to your relationship and, if possible, help you renew the attraction & ro mance that first brought you together. Couple's transformation packages for anger, divorce & infidelity. I specialize in strength-based, online teletherapy for couples & individual counseling. Please text, call, or email for a short phone or online conversation to see if working together is right for you.
Additionally, I help men and wo men as individual clients with their relationships, ADD-ADHD, anger management & career upgrading.
Have you experienced infidelity, loss of trust, low intimacy, low sex or sexless marriage, hurtful arguing, silent treatment, anger, or threats of separation and divorce? I have helped couples improve their communication & intimacy. I seek to bring clarity to your relationship and, if possible, help you renew the attraction & ro mance that first brought you together. Couple's transformation packages for anger, divorce & infidelity. I specialize in strength-based, online teletherapy for couples & individual counseling. Please text, call, or email for a short phone or online conversation to see if working together is right for you.
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I help mental health clients who are maintaining recovery from substance abuse as well as those dealing with the effects of trauma.
I help mental health clients who are maintaining recovery from substance abuse as well as those dealing with the effects of trauma.
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Level 1 Gott man Training Certified.
We are created for connection. All of us are searching for meaning, purpose and belonging. We are made to be in relationships with each other. Our relationships provide an opportunity for life's greatest joy and greatest heartache. All of us experience the brokenness of our world and fall short of relational wholeness. Each of us a unique combination of biology and experience, which results in unique challenges, vulnerabilities, strengths, and hopes. I believe everyone has the insight, ability, and potential to thrive in our hu man experience and sustain a meaningful life.
Level 1 Gott man Training Certified.
We are created for connection. All of us are searching for meaning, purpose and belonging. We are made to be in relationships with each other. Our relationships provide an opportunity for life's greatest joy and greatest heartache. All of us experience the brokenness of our world and fall short of relational wholeness. Each of us a unique combination of biology and experience, which results in unique challenges, vulnerabilities, strengths, and hopes. I believe everyone has the insight, ability, and potential to thrive in our hu man experience and sustain a meaningful life.
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Nicholas Newstrom
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Golden Valley, MN 55427
I'm a licensed marriage and family therapist and Minnesota Board Approved Supervisor who has experience working in both inpatient and outpatient mental health settings. I see the patients I work with as having all the answers.
I'm a licensed marriage and family therapist and Minnesota Board Approved Supervisor who has experience working in both inpatient and outpatient mental health settings. I see the patients I work with as having all the answers.
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Austin Hatch
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Golden Valley, MN 55422
When faced with the shame and guilt of problematic compulsive behaviors like pornography addiction, infidelity or substance, many men feel alone and isolated. Your story is important to understand and recovery is possible with support and guidance. You are not alone and reaching out for help is a courageous step to take.
When faced with the shame and guilt of problematic compulsive behaviors like pornography addiction, infidelity or substance, many men feel alone and isolated. Your story is important to understand and recovery is possible with support and guidance. You are not alone and reaching out for help is a courageous step to take.
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Phoenix Process Condultants
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Golden Valley, MN 55422
I have a men's support group that focuses on improving marriage and family relationships.
For many years I served adolescents, teens and families as a youth minister and school counselor. Since 1999 I've been helping individuals, couples and families who struggle with depression, substance abuse/addictions, relationship issues, adjusting to change, grief/loss and other concerns. I direct marriage preparation courses for engaged couples; provide marriage counseling and enrichment courses. Help adolescents, teens families, individuals, work toward wellness, growth and change. I offer a Thursday men's group focused on marriage and family relationships,
I have a men's support group that focuses on improving marriage and family relationships.
For many years I served adolescents, teens and families as a youth minister and school counselor. Since 1999 I've been helping individuals, couples and families who struggle with depression, substance abuse/addictions, relationship issues, adjusting to change, grief/loss and other concerns. I direct marriage preparation courses for engaged couples; provide marriage counseling and enrichment courses. Help adolescents, teens families, individuals, work toward wellness, growth and change. I offer a Thursday men's group focused on marriage and family relationships,
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Jeremiah P Harris
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
Golden Valley, MN 55426
Waitlist for new clients
Have you spent countless hours searching for a therapist, counselor or coach? Are you looking for someone who has both personal and professional experiences addressing mental health disorders, prolonged and generational trauma, knowledge of the systemic injustices within our education and criminal justice systems? I’ve found honoring one’s whole intersectional identity can help navigate the oppressive implications of societal norms on vibrant, but systematically minoritized groups. While it can be a rare occurrence to find someone with these perspectives, your search can finally come to an end.
Have you spent countless hours searching for a therapist, counselor or coach? Are you looking for someone who has both personal and professional experiences addressing mental health disorders, prolonged and generational trauma, knowledge of the systemic injustices within our education and criminal justice systems? I’ve found honoring one’s whole intersectional identity can help navigate the oppressive implications of societal norms on vibrant, but systematically minoritized groups. While it can be a rare occurrence to find someone with these perspectives, your search can finally come to an end.
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Sometimes life is hard, and it’s not easy to ask for help. I provide therapy to adult clients with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, life transitions, men’s issues, and grief and loss. I have experience working with clients from various ages and cultural backgrounds, including the neurodivergent and LGBTQ+ communities. I enjoy using a blend of compassion and humor to connect with clients while helping them improve their lives. Give me a call so we can schedule our first appointment.
Sometimes life is hard, and it’s not easy to ask for help. I provide therapy to adult clients with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, life transitions, men’s issues, and grief and loss. I have experience working with clients from various ages and cultural backgrounds, including the neurodivergent and LGBTQ+ communities. I enjoy using a blend of compassion and humor to connect with clients while helping them improve their lives. Give me a call so we can schedule our first appointment.
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When life is changing there is a place at the end, at the beginning or in-between. Are you thinking about what comes next? It takes courage to go there. Together, we will address where you are and where you want to be. Check out my profile on the Caspersen Therapy Center Website: https:www.caspersentherapycenter.com/about-us
When life is changing there is a place at the end, at the beginning or in-between. Are you thinking about what comes next? It takes courage to go there. Together, we will address where you are and where you want to be. Check out my profile on the Caspersen Therapy Center Website: https:www.caspersentherapycenter.com/about-us
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Jim Keenan
Psychologist, MS, LP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Golden Valley, MN 55426
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in anger management and relationship development. I enjoy teaching clients how to better communicate their needs and how to enhance their ability to listen and hear the needs of others as they are presented. I am a solution focused therapist. I aim to assist clients in gaining the insights and skills necessary to bring their life experience within their relationships to a positive level.
I also enjoy working with survivors of abuses such as emotional, physical or sexual.
I specialize in anger management and relationship development. I enjoy teaching clients how to better communicate their needs and how to enhance their ability to listen and hear the needs of others as they are presented. I am a solution focused therapist. I aim to assist clients in gaining the insights and skills necessary to bring their life experience within their relationships to a positive level.
I also enjoy working with survivors of abuses such as emotional, physical or sexual.
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Experiencing anxiety or depression? Shyness, constant sadness, and loneliness affecting your relationships? I specialize in helping individuals overcome these challenges. Together, we can work on reconnecting with others, finding energy, and rediscovering joy in life. Don't hesitate to take the first step towards positive change; you don't have to face this alone.
Experiencing anxiety or depression? Shyness, constant sadness, and loneliness affecting your relationships? I specialize in helping individuals overcome these challenges. Together, we can work on reconnecting with others, finding energy, and rediscovering joy in life. Don't hesitate to take the first step towards positive change; you don't have to face this alone.
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David Hoy & Associates has immediate openings for new clients to start therapy services via online video counseling or in person. We offer flexible day and evening hours to accommodate busy schedules.
David Hoy & Associates has immediate openings for new clients to start therapy services via online video counseling or in person. We offer flexible day and evening hours to accommodate busy schedules.
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Mark Kaufman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Golden Valley, MN 55422
Waitlist for new clients
Hi, I currently have a waitlist and am not actively taking new clients at this time. My apologies for any inconvenience. Are you having thoughts and feelings that are self-critical, overwhelming, don’t mesh with your values, or are you procrastinating on your goals? Perhaps you and your partner are struggling in your relationship. I would be happy to help you. Sadness or anger may weigh us down. Trauma is often at the root of all of these, and I will honor your direction in how directly you choose to address the trauma.
Hi, I currently have a waitlist and am not actively taking new clients at this time. My apologies for any inconvenience. Are you having thoughts and feelings that are self-critical, overwhelming, don’t mesh with your values, or are you procrastinating on your goals? Perhaps you and your partner are struggling in your relationship. I would be happy to help you. Sadness or anger may weigh us down. Trauma is often at the root of all of these, and I will honor your direction in how directly you choose to address the trauma.
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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.