Male Therapists in Nevin Community, Charlotte, NC

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Paul R Shaffer
Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Nevin Community, Charlotte, NC 28269
I've been a counselor for almost 40 years now. I try to strike a balance between listening, educating, and application. I believe that we all have the same basic healthy needs, but the problems arise in how we try, or don't try, to get those needs met. My practice is called Right Choices Counseling because most people coming for counseling are looking to make better choices with their life, moving forward.
I've been a counselor for almost 40 years now. I try to strike a balance between listening, educating, and application. I believe that we all have the same basic healthy needs, but the problems arise in how we try, or don't try, to get those needs met. My practice is called Right Choices Counseling because most people coming for counseling are looking to make better choices with their life, moving forward.
(704) 578-2725 View (704) 578-2725
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Darryl Brown Jr.
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC, LCAS, CCS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Nevin Community, Charlotte, NC 28269
Life is not always easy. Sometimes life is challenging because of circumstances related to our actions; sometimes these challenges are a result of circumstances beyond our control. Regardless, these circumstances do not define us. It is, instead, our response to these circumstances that determines our course. My passion is working with individuals and families who are facing these storms. I love walking with my clients through these storms and into a bright new day. It is my hope that each of my clients will learn not just to weather and survive these storms but rather to conquer and overcome them.
Life is not always easy. Sometimes life is challenging because of circumstances related to our actions; sometimes these challenges are a result of circumstances beyond our control. Regardless, these circumstances do not define us. It is, instead, our response to these circumstances that determines our course. My passion is working with individuals and families who are facing these storms. I love walking with my clients through these storms and into a bright new day. It is my hope that each of my clients will learn not just to weather and survive these storms but rather to conquer and overcome them.
(704) 209-4623 View (704) 209-4623
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Sean Anthony Miller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nevin Community, Charlotte, NC 28269
I primarily work with adults who experience emotional dysregulation, relationship issues, and an inability to cope with the stressors of everyday life. With a background in addiction counseling, I am able to support people with substance abuse and dependency; and as a former hospital chaplain, I have a passion for working with people who are experiencing difficulties adapting to life’s changes. I am intensively trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Gestalt Therapy, blending these two therapies together I use an emotionally supportive and experiential approach called Schema Therapy.
I primarily work with adults who experience emotional dysregulation, relationship issues, and an inability to cope with the stressors of everyday life. With a background in addiction counseling, I am able to support people with substance abuse and dependency; and as a former hospital chaplain, I have a passion for working with people who are experiencing difficulties adapting to life’s changes. I am intensively trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Gestalt Therapy, blending these two therapies together I use an emotionally supportive and experiential approach called Schema Therapy.
(704) 504-7805 View (704) 504-7805
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Todd Malloy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CST, CSE
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Nevin Community, Charlotte, NC 28269
Believing life is to be celebrated with compassion and understanding we partner to help build on your strengths. In our partnership we join in achieving your goals as they lead you to an empowered you. Having an added 18 years of faith based experience, I am effective in respecting and integrating your spirituality as a part of the change process. My areas of focus include Individual and family distress, abandonment, infidelity, sexuality dysfunction and grief and loss. Also, with 25 years of corporate management experience, I identify with the struggles of balancing the many branches of life.
Believing life is to be celebrated with compassion and understanding we partner to help build on your strengths. In our partnership we join in achieving your goals as they lead you to an empowered you. Having an added 18 years of faith based experience, I am effective in respecting and integrating your spirituality as a part of the change process. My areas of focus include Individual and family distress, abandonment, infidelity, sexuality dysfunction and grief and loss. Also, with 25 years of corporate management experience, I identify with the struggles of balancing the many branches of life.
(704) 937-2286 View (704) 937-2286
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Dionysios Kakouras
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCAS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Nevin Community, Charlotte, NC 28269
I became interested in psychotherapy in my young adult years, as I searched for meaning in life. With a primary interest in medicine, I knew that my ultimate goal was to help others. It was during my own personal experience with therapy (as a client) that I came to really value relationships with people and the power of the psychotherapy space. I believe that transformative change occurs simply by genuinely existing with another person.
I became interested in psychotherapy in my young adult years, as I searched for meaning in life. With a primary interest in medicine, I knew that my ultimate goal was to help others. It was during my own personal experience with therapy (as a client) that I came to really value relationships with people and the power of the psychotherapy space. I believe that transformative change occurs simply by genuinely existing with another person.
(980) 372-6121 View (980) 372-6121
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Timothy Spitzhoff
Counselor, LCMHC, LCAS-A
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Nevin Community, Charlotte, NC 28269
I work with clients who feel like they are struggling or feeling overwhelmed. My clients experience a range of mental heath concerns such as depression, anxiety, and other diagnoses. They would all tell you I provide a safe place for you to grow and get to where you want to be. Therapy doesn't have to be hard. We will laugh, cry, be serious, and grow all during therapy.
I work with clients who feel like they are struggling or feeling overwhelmed. My clients experience a range of mental heath concerns such as depression, anxiety, and other diagnoses. They would all tell you I provide a safe place for you to grow and get to where you want to be. Therapy doesn't have to be hard. We will laugh, cry, be serious, and grow all during therapy.
(704) 842-9199 View (704) 842-9199
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Ronald Wells
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Nevin Community, Charlotte, NC 28269  (Online Only)
Life presents itself as a series of obstacles with some higher than others. Seeking help is hard enough, and it's my job to ease the process by offering my clients a warm, empathetic, and safe place to address their challenges. Therapy is a collaborative process between client and therapist to understand a client's current life narrative and to reimagine a new narrative that aligns well with a client's goals and perspective. If you are struggling with a particular issue, or prefer a safe place to express yourself, I am happy to help you explore your issues.
Life presents itself as a series of obstacles with some higher than others. Seeking help is hard enough, and it's my job to ease the process by offering my clients a warm, empathetic, and safe place to address their challenges. Therapy is a collaborative process between client and therapist to understand a client's current life narrative and to reimagine a new narrative that aligns well with a client's goals and perspective. If you are struggling with a particular issue, or prefer a safe place to express yourself, I am happy to help you explore your issues.
(786) 998-8242 View (786) 998-8242
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Jason Leonard Scianno
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCAS
Verified Verified
Nevin Community, Charlotte, NC 28269
If you've tried traditional therapy without lasting results, it's time for a different approach. As a licensed therapist, I specialize in helping busy professionals find focus, reduce stress, and improve overall well-being. My holistic approach combines traditional therapy with techniques like Qigong, Sound Healing, and Neurofeedback. Together, we can create a path to balance and clarity.
If you've tried traditional therapy without lasting results, it's time for a different approach. As a licensed therapist, I specialize in helping busy professionals find focus, reduce stress, and improve overall well-being. My holistic approach combines traditional therapy with techniques like Qigong, Sound Healing, and Neurofeedback. Together, we can create a path to balance and clarity.
(704) 893-8771 View (704) 893-8771
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Daniel Barker
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, LCMHCA
Verified Verified
Nevin Community, Charlotte, NC 28269  (Online Only)
Do you value a therapist's willingness to listen carefully for the unique differences conveyed in session? Do you believe that each person’s individuality is expressed even in the unique challenges they face? Would you agree that the ideal therapeutic relation is one in which the client feels comfortable enough to begin to speak about themselves and then eventually feels compelled to speak about themselves in new, unexpected ways? The best therapeutic work involves the therapist's ability to find even the smallest inconsistency in a client's self-image. The tiniest crack can serve as a pivot to move the whole.
Do you value a therapist's willingness to listen carefully for the unique differences conveyed in session? Do you believe that each person’s individuality is expressed even in the unique challenges they face? Would you agree that the ideal therapeutic relation is one in which the client feels comfortable enough to begin to speak about themselves and then eventually feels compelled to speak about themselves in new, unexpected ways? The best therapeutic work involves the therapist's ability to find even the smallest inconsistency in a client's self-image. The tiniest crack can serve as a pivot to move the whole.
(919) 344-0935 View (919) 344-0935
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Zaide A. Davis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nevin Community, Charlotte, NC 28269
We will all experience depression, anxiety, stress and trauma at different chapters of our lives. Occasionally everyone needs a professional counselor to talk out our problems and find real solutions for real problems. You have already made a big step by considering counseling; now make the next step by calling a licensed therapist. It is time to start the healing process at your own pace with a therapist's professional and confidential support. The best practice is to choose a therapist who has the clinical expertise as well as the real-life experiences who can relate to you on a personal level.
We will all experience depression, anxiety, stress and trauma at different chapters of our lives. Occasionally everyone needs a professional counselor to talk out our problems and find real solutions for real problems. You have already made a big step by considering counseling; now make the next step by calling a licensed therapist. It is time to start the healing process at your own pace with a therapist's professional and confidential support. The best practice is to choose a therapist who has the clinical expertise as well as the real-life experiences who can relate to you on a personal level.
(704) 397-3319 View (704) 397-3319
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La Vida Fearless Counseling - Michael Madsen
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Nevin Community, Charlotte, NC 28269
As a therapist I have worked with individuals, couples, and family units on problems such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and many other issues that cause distress and disruption in lives. I am trauma informed and trained in EMDR and have finished the Gottman Level 1 training for couples. My hope is to help you work through the problems step by step and to build on your strengths and abilities to move forward.
As a therapist I have worked with individuals, couples, and family units on problems such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and many other issues that cause distress and disruption in lives. I am trauma informed and trained in EMDR and have finished the Gottman Level 1 training for couples. My hope is to help you work through the problems step by step and to build on your strengths and abilities to move forward.
(405) 810-5200 View (405) 810-5200
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Tim W Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LISW-CP, LCAS, CCS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Nevin Community, Charlotte, NC 28269  (Online Only)
Are you having trouble adjusting to life transitions? Are you bothered that you aren't good enough? Are you concerned that having emotionally immature parents has caused you to struggle in adulthood? Your experiences with transitions could become overwhelming, causing a lack of focus, a decrease in self-esteem, and second-guessing yourself. Imagine if you could understand why you struggle to make changes or adapt to circumstances you can't avoid. Imagine understanding the impact of a lack of emotional maturity or intimacy.
Are you having trouble adjusting to life transitions? Are you bothered that you aren't good enough? Are you concerned that having emotionally immature parents has caused you to struggle in adulthood? Your experiences with transitions could become overwhelming, causing a lack of focus, a decrease in self-esteem, and second-guessing yourself. Imagine if you could understand why you struggle to make changes or adapt to circumstances you can't avoid. Imagine understanding the impact of a lack of emotional maturity or intimacy.
(704) 237-6614 View (704) 237-6614
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Queen Village Therapy Group
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Nevin Community, Charlotte, NC 28269  (Online Only)
My ideal client struggles with trauma and feelings of inadequacy, facing issues like anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, trust difficulties, and intrusive memories. They need a safe, supportive environment with emotional validation, practical coping strategies, and empowerment to rebuild self-esteem. Their goals are healing from trauma, self-acceptance, better relationships, enhanced coping skills, and personal growth. They want safety, understanding, control, and ultimately, to thrive and live a fulfilling life, moving beyond merely surviving.
My ideal client struggles with trauma and feelings of inadequacy, facing issues like anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, trust difficulties, and intrusive memories. They need a safe, supportive environment with emotional validation, practical coping strategies, and empowerment to rebuild self-esteem. Their goals are healing from trauma, self-acceptance, better relationships, enhanced coping skills, and personal growth. They want safety, understanding, control, and ultimately, to thrive and live a fulfilling life, moving beyond merely surviving.
(757) 859-9531 View (757) 859-9531
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Cambrio Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Nevin Community, Charlotte, NC 28269
My passion is helping clients reach their goals at Cambrio Counseling. I strive to be a person-centered therapist and want my clients to feel valued and heard. My view is that life should be lived abundantly and that is brought about through exploring the multi-faceted parts of life including the relational, emotional, physical, mental, and spiritual domains of self. I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and adolescents and believe in the power of the individual and family system to implement change. I am committed to helping people develop skills unique to their needs that will assist them in reaching their full potential.
My passion is helping clients reach their goals at Cambrio Counseling. I strive to be a person-centered therapist and want my clients to feel valued and heard. My view is that life should be lived abundantly and that is brought about through exploring the multi-faceted parts of life including the relational, emotional, physical, mental, and spiritual domains of self. I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and adolescents and believe in the power of the individual and family system to implement change. I am committed to helping people develop skills unique to their needs that will assist them in reaching their full potential.
(828) 532-2942 View (828) 532-2942
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Believe Within Counseling, PLLC
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, MA, LCMHCA, LCASA, NCC
Verified Verified
Nevin Community, Charlotte, NC 28269
I empathize for today's teens & adults with depression, anxiety, substance use, & autism with the ever-changing world. We are faced with immediate decision-making & strain, which is not fair when we're trying to figure who we are, much less what they want to become in our adulthood. We typically feel lost, confused, misunderstood, or having challenges communicating to others their needs struggle and could benefit with supports in and outside our homes and schools. Also, as adults, we are not sure if we are being "the best parent." I want to help those with depression, anxiety, & ASD build connectivity within themselves and others.
I empathize for today's teens & adults with depression, anxiety, substance use, & autism with the ever-changing world. We are faced with immediate decision-making & strain, which is not fair when we're trying to figure who we are, much less what they want to become in our adulthood. We typically feel lost, confused, misunderstood, or having challenges communicating to others their needs struggle and could benefit with supports in and outside our homes and schools. Also, as adults, we are not sure if we are being "the best parent." I want to help those with depression, anxiety, & ASD build connectivity within themselves and others.
(704) 675-7871 View (704) 675-7871
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Felice Mathieu
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
Nevin Community, Charlotte, NC 28269
Life’s trials have shaped my passion for helping others. Orphaned by 13 after losing my mother to HIV and my stepfather to murder, my faith in Christ guided me through these hardships. For 25 years, I've studied relationships, from a spiritual lens, and as a Christian marriage counselor, I focus on helping couples improve communication, from a Gospel-centered focus. Using evidence-based research and faith-based principles, I address mental health issues and imperfections. I empower individuals and couples to restore and enrich their relationships, navigate challenges, and achieve their God-given potential.
Life’s trials have shaped my passion for helping others. Orphaned by 13 after losing my mother to HIV and my stepfather to murder, my faith in Christ guided me through these hardships. For 25 years, I've studied relationships, from a spiritual lens, and as a Christian marriage counselor, I focus on helping couples improve communication, from a Gospel-centered focus. Using evidence-based research and faith-based principles, I address mental health issues and imperfections. I empower individuals and couples to restore and enrich their relationships, navigate challenges, and achieve their God-given potential.
(980) 372-1607 View (980) 372-1607
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Cedric P. L. Steele
Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Nevin Community, Charlotte, NC 28269
We all come to a point in our journey where “Life” just happens. It is at these points where we often wrestle with many feelings and emotions. Often times we feel that we may have no one to turn to at our most vulnerable points. It is part of my life’s purpose to provide you with a safe place to deal with “Life” as you know it. We will build together a therapeutic environment that will be free from judgment and safe for you to explore ways to cope, adapt to change, and to challenge yourself to reach your self-actualization.
We all come to a point in our journey where “Life” just happens. It is at these points where we often wrestle with many feelings and emotions. Often times we feel that we may have no one to turn to at our most vulnerable points. It is part of my life’s purpose to provide you with a safe place to deal with “Life” as you know it. We will build together a therapeutic environment that will be free from judgment and safe for you to explore ways to cope, adapt to change, and to challenge yourself to reach your self-actualization.
(704) 812-5761 View (704) 812-5761
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Michael Burson
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, MA, NCC
Verified Verified
Nevin Community, Charlotte, NC 28269
Chances are, if you're reading this, you are already noticing there are behaviors or patterns in your life you think could be better, and think it could be helpful to talk to someone about them. Someone who's not a friend, parent, teacher, or co-worker; someone who is impartial, someone with nothing to gain from you going one way or another. Engaging in counseling is a brave choice, and I am here to give space to your burdens so that you can continue on your journey that much lighter.
Chances are, if you're reading this, you are already noticing there are behaviors or patterns in your life you think could be better, and think it could be helpful to talk to someone about them. Someone who's not a friend, parent, teacher, or co-worker; someone who is impartial, someone with nothing to gain from you going one way or another. Engaging in counseling is a brave choice, and I am here to give space to your burdens so that you can continue on your journey that much lighter.
(980) 303-3238 View (980) 303-3238
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Scott McCulloch
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, LCMHCA, LCASA, MA, MFA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Nevin Community, Charlotte, NC 28269
My goal is to help you feel more alive, more like your true self, and more present for the life you lead. Therapy is a weekly practice where you voice your thoughts, emotions, wishes, hopes, hopes, dreams, fears, anger, frustration, irritation and so much more. Finding your voice in therapy means entering into conversation with me and allowing that process to unfold from moment to moment and week to week.
My goal is to help you feel more alive, more like your true self, and more present for the life you lead. Therapy is a weekly practice where you voice your thoughts, emotions, wishes, hopes, hopes, dreams, fears, anger, frustration, irritation and so much more. Finding your voice in therapy means entering into conversation with me and allowing that process to unfold from moment to moment and week to week.
(828) 537-4747 View (828) 537-4747
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Kenny Enclade
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSWA, LCAS, CCTS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nevin Community, Charlotte, NC 28269
I know personally how hard it can be to experience sexual/physical/emotional trauma/addiction/depression/grief/financial/relational ruin/overwhelming anxiety. Hoping to get through a day with the jaw clenching/palm sweating/handshakes/thoughts racing/heart pounding/doubting every idea/thought/emotion, asking will this be forever? Sometimes, you experience paralyzing nightmares or dreams that you are moving in slow motion and feel so alone and isolated when in a crowded room. Moreover, the constant dread (or the invisible weighted depression blanket). I get it; I've lived it and worked with many others who have.
I know personally how hard it can be to experience sexual/physical/emotional trauma/addiction/depression/grief/financial/relational ruin/overwhelming anxiety. Hoping to get through a day with the jaw clenching/palm sweating/handshakes/thoughts racing/heart pounding/doubting every idea/thought/emotion, asking will this be forever? Sometimes, you experience paralyzing nightmares or dreams that you are moving in slow motion and feel so alone and isolated when in a crowded room. Moreover, the constant dread (or the invisible weighted depression blanket). I get it; I've lived it and worked with many others who have.
(828) 415-5891 View (828) 415-5891
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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.