Male Therapists in Charlotte, NC
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Sean Anthony Miller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28262
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.
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Steven Morphew
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28277
In a constantly changing an evolving world, it's easy to get trapped in mental and emotional cycles that prevent you from staying focused, reaching your goals, and keeping a generally positive outlook on life. I'm here to tell you that you're not alone, and that it's far more common than you think. Do you sometimes avoid talking to friends and family about things because you feel like a burden, or that they might not understand, or that it comes with judgement? Getting involved in counseling can provide you with a space to let go and feel the freedom to unburden yourself from those feelings and express yourself openly.
In a constantly changing an evolving world, it's easy to get trapped in mental and emotional cycles that prevent you from staying focused, reaching your goals, and keeping a generally positive outlook on life. I'm here to tell you that you're not alone, and that it's far more common than you think. Do you sometimes avoid talking to friends and family about things because you feel like a burden, or that they might not understand, or that it comes with judgement? Getting involved in counseling can provide you with a space to let go and feel the freedom to unburden yourself from those feelings and express yourself openly.
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Sean Dawson, LPA, LCAS is a Licensed Psychological Associate and Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist now serving patients at Avance Care SouthPark in Charlotte, NC. He obtained a Master of Arts degree in Psychology with a concentration in Substance Abuse Treatment Psychology from the University of North Carolina Wilmington. He has experience working with a wide range of mental health needs in both individual and group settings including depression, anxiety, trauma, and substance use. He specializes in working with individuals experiencing chronic pain and chronic conditions.
Sean Dawson, LPA, LCAS is a Licensed Psychological Associate and Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist now serving patients at Avance Care SouthPark in Charlotte, NC. He obtained a Master of Arts degree in Psychology with a concentration in Substance Abuse Treatment Psychology from the University of North Carolina Wilmington. He has experience working with a wide range of mental health needs in both individual and group settings including depression, anxiety, trauma, and substance use. He specializes in working with individuals experiencing chronic pain and chronic conditions.
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John B. Rowe, Ph.D, PC
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28209
Are you looking for a therapist who can help you create a more authentic and hope-filled life? Look no further! With over 35 years of experience, I have helped countless individuals overcome their struggles and achieve their goals. At my practice, I specialize in depth psychology, which promotes the idea that we all have untapped inner resources for healing. So, our dreams, then, can be a powerful tool for unlocking the unconscious mind and the treasures hidden within. By listening deeply to the images and symbols in our dreams, we can uncover essential truths about your life, gaining insight into your deepest desires and fears.
Are you looking for a therapist who can help you create a more authentic and hope-filled life? Look no further! With over 35 years of experience, I have helped countless individuals overcome their struggles and achieve their goals. At my practice, I specialize in depth psychology, which promotes the idea that we all have untapped inner resources for healing. So, our dreams, then, can be a powerful tool for unlocking the unconscious mind and the treasures hidden within. By listening deeply to the images and symbols in our dreams, we can uncover essential truths about your life, gaining insight into your deepest desires and fears.
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You’re easygoing, helpful, flexible, considerate, attentive, and polite. You go the extra mile to make sure that others' needs are met. Keeping your commitments to others is easy, but showing up for yourself, well.. that’s another story. Your struggles with self-abandonment, rejection, and emotional neglect hold you back from being genuinely happy. It feels like you’ve been living in a haze... just going through the motions. But now, you’re ready for something different. You’re ready to show up for you and really LIVE — that’s where I come in!
You’re easygoing, helpful, flexible, considerate, attentive, and polite. You go the extra mile to make sure that others' needs are met. Keeping your commitments to others is easy, but showing up for yourself, well.. that’s another story. Your struggles with self-abandonment, rejection, and emotional neglect hold you back from being genuinely happy. It feels like you’ve been living in a haze... just going through the motions. But now, you’re ready for something different. You’re ready to show up for you and really LIVE — that’s where I come in!
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Obasi specializes in assisting adults with a wide range of challenges, including stress management, anxiety, depression, culture-specific issues, racial identity concerns, time management, communication skills, and conflict resolution. His ultimate goal is to guide clients toward achieving a holistic sense of self-efficacy and personal development, ensuring they thrive in all aspects of life.
Obasi specializes in assisting adults with a wide range of challenges, including stress management, anxiety, depression, culture-specific issues, racial identity concerns, time management, communication skills, and conflict resolution. His ultimate goal is to guide clients toward achieving a holistic sense of self-efficacy and personal development, ensuring they thrive in all aspects of life.
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Robert Limkeman
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28277
Life can be incredibly painful. We can find ourselves feeling stuck, confused, lonely, anxious, despairing, or lost. We want to make sense of our past & present circumstances, map out a path forward, all in a way that feels true to our values and honors the pain we experience. My clients often struggle with issues like depression & anxiety, grief & loss, trauma & abuse, identity & meaning formation, sexuality & pornography, spiritual distress & relationship strife. Whether highly motivated or exhausted and on the verge of giving up, I am honored to meet each client where they are and walk with them step by step toward change.
Life can be incredibly painful. We can find ourselves feeling stuck, confused, lonely, anxious, despairing, or lost. We want to make sense of our past & present circumstances, map out a path forward, all in a way that feels true to our values and honors the pain we experience. My clients often struggle with issues like depression & anxiety, grief & loss, trauma & abuse, identity & meaning formation, sexuality & pornography, spiritual distress & relationship strife. Whether highly motivated or exhausted and on the verge of giving up, I am honored to meet each client where they are and walk with them step by step toward change.
Affinity Clinical Services, PLLC
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, LCMHCS, LCAS, CCS, MAC
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28212
I am an experienced therapist with years of experience in psychotherapy and counseling to children, teens and adults. My services include assessment using motivational interviewing, clinical testing and outcome measure survey to help you measure your progress. I strive to help you get result within a short time by ensuring that I understand your problems and your needs. I use solution focus and cognitive behavior therapy techniques to explore concrete issues, and to guide you in resolving them. I provide a therapeutic environment that is confidential, and where individual can communicate openly and honestly about their feelings.
I am an experienced therapist with years of experience in psychotherapy and counseling to children, teens and adults. My services include assessment using motivational interviewing, clinical testing and outcome measure survey to help you measure your progress. I strive to help you get result within a short time by ensuring that I understand your problems and your needs. I use solution focus and cognitive behavior therapy techniques to explore concrete issues, and to guide you in resolving them. I provide a therapeutic environment that is confidential, and where individual can communicate openly and honestly about their feelings.
![Photo of Tim Martin, CSAT, CMAT, CPTT, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/b31b7fed-c66c-4bd7-ae30-a6c355a5ce0c/1/320x400.jpeg)
Tim Martin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, CSAT, CMAT, CPTT, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28202 (Online Only)
Infidelity? Porn addiction? Sex addiction? Trauma? These issues can be tough to deal with, but I can help. I have specialized training so that you're not wasting your time and money. Not just talk, talk, talk that gets you nowhere. I used evidence-based treatments so that you're feeling better soon. As a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT), a Certified Partner Trauma Therapist (CPTT), and a Certified Multiple Addiction Therapist (CMAT), I'm trained in many addictions and compulsive behavior, as well as substance addictions. Most therapists aren't trained in all these issues. I offer EMDR trauma therapy, as well. There is hope.
Infidelity? Porn addiction? Sex addiction? Trauma? These issues can be tough to deal with, but I can help. I have specialized training so that you're not wasting your time and money. Not just talk, talk, talk that gets you nowhere. I used evidence-based treatments so that you're feeling better soon. As a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT), a Certified Partner Trauma Therapist (CPTT), and a Certified Multiple Addiction Therapist (CMAT), I'm trained in many addictions and compulsive behavior, as well as substance addictions. Most therapists aren't trained in all these issues. I offer EMDR trauma therapy, as well. There is hope.
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Charlotte Men's Counseling and Therapy, PLLC
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, PhD, MDiv, LCMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28203
Welcome. Helping Men and Couples is the focus of Dr. Robert Lewis Bozard. I offer talk-based Doctoral-level therapy for Anxiety, Relationships, Sexual Issues, Depression, College/Young Adults, Self-Understanding, Motivation/Focus, Social Anxiety, Assertiveness, Anger, Porn/Sexual/Gaming Addictions, Pee-Shyness Anxiety and more. Some issues look different in men and go unrecognized or need a different approach. With 17 years of experience, I craft a blend of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Reality/Choice Theory, Psychodynamic Therapy (underlying influences), and Gottman Method (relationships) to help clients get better.
Welcome. Helping Men and Couples is the focus of Dr. Robert Lewis Bozard. I offer talk-based Doctoral-level therapy for Anxiety, Relationships, Sexual Issues, Depression, College/Young Adults, Self-Understanding, Motivation/Focus, Social Anxiety, Assertiveness, Anger, Porn/Sexual/Gaming Addictions, Pee-Shyness Anxiety and more. Some issues look different in men and go unrecognized or need a different approach. With 17 years of experience, I craft a blend of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Reality/Choice Theory, Psychodynamic Therapy (underlying influences), and Gottman Method (relationships) to help clients get better.
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Stress is everywhere, especially with the challenges of the last few years. You might not be feeling like yourself. You could be feeling off, sluggish, misdirected, or overwhelmed. You could be looking to make some shifts in your life, and hopefully grow following a potentially difficult stretch. Change is never easy, but you may be searching for it. You feel it's time for you to set some boundaries, figure out what you truly need, and put ideas into action. Starting therapy can be challenging, and I applaud anyone who takes that step to move forward and give it a try.
Stress is everywhere, especially with the challenges of the last few years. You might not be feeling like yourself. You could be feeling off, sluggish, misdirected, or overwhelmed. You could be looking to make some shifts in your life, and hopefully grow following a potentially difficult stretch. Change is never easy, but you may be searching for it. You feel it's time for you to set some boundaries, figure out what you truly need, and put ideas into action. Starting therapy can be challenging, and I applaud anyone who takes that step to move forward and give it a try.
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If you or someone you love struggles with anxiety, work or school related stress, depression, life transitions, grief, substance abuse or other mental health concerns, our experienced therapists can help. We have a unique approach to counseling and strive to break the stigma of counseling. Let us help you find that growth you’re looking for.
If you or someone you love struggles with anxiety, work or school related stress, depression, life transitions, grief, substance abuse or other mental health concerns, our experienced therapists can help. We have a unique approach to counseling and strive to break the stigma of counseling. Let us help you find that growth you’re looking for.
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Logan Cohen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LMFT-S
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28205
It can be hard to ask for help, but it's even harder to find someone who is both easy to approach AND knowledgeable. This is the only work I have done in my professional life and get it. I will create room for you to grow by collaboratively developing a safe, private, and down-to-earth space with you - with or without your Loved Ones - to break free from old patterns and experience therapeutic Growth. Please feel free to review my website - as well as reviews on Google, Facebook, and Healthgrades - to see testimonials from past clients about their personal experiences.
It can be hard to ask for help, but it's even harder to find someone who is both easy to approach AND knowledgeable. This is the only work I have done in my professional life and get it. I will create room for you to grow by collaboratively developing a safe, private, and down-to-earth space with you - with or without your Loved Ones - to break free from old patterns and experience therapeutic Growth. Please feel free to review my website - as well as reviews on Google, Facebook, and Healthgrades - to see testimonials from past clients about their personal experiences.
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Cofield Counseling and Clinical Supervision
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, PhD, LCMHCS, LPCS, LCAS, CCS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28273 (Online Only)
Welcome to the first step in your healing journey! I specialize in helping clients rediscover themselves, work through unresolved issues, and cope with life transitions while providing an authentic, comfortable and supportive environment. I believe the counseling relationship is crucial in the healing journey and I provide a laid back and relatable approach to therapy. Together we will work to process long standing behavior patterns and negative perceptions that are impacting your life.
Welcome to the first step in your healing journey! I specialize in helping clients rediscover themselves, work through unresolved issues, and cope with life transitions while providing an authentic, comfortable and supportive environment. I believe the counseling relationship is crucial in the healing journey and I provide a laid back and relatable approach to therapy. Together we will work to process long standing behavior patterns and negative perceptions that are impacting your life.
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Marcus Lee Robinson
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28210
What's going on family! I'm Marcus Robinson, a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor serving both North and South Carolina. I am dedicated to working with those seeking assistance to put their best foot forward. I use a great deal of humor in my style as I understand working on one's self can be a complicated task. Granted, it doesn't have to be. I have a slew of experience working with teens, adults and couples from all walks of life, grappling with an array of complications. I look at the therapy process as examining attributes you possess and bringing out the ones you want, while showing you, you have everything you need.
What's going on family! I'm Marcus Robinson, a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor serving both North and South Carolina. I am dedicated to working with those seeking assistance to put their best foot forward. I use a great deal of humor in my style as I understand working on one's self can be a complicated task. Granted, it doesn't have to be. I have a slew of experience working with teens, adults and couples from all walks of life, grappling with an array of complications. I look at the therapy process as examining attributes you possess and bringing out the ones you want, while showing you, you have everything you need.
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Frederick D. Murphy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC, DCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28269 (Online Only)
Welcome! Choosing a counselor is an extremely important decision. Trust and a good fit is essential to success. This process comes by way of warmth, respect, empathy, atonement and truthfulness, all intricate factors in the journey of healing. I've happily worked in Mental /Behavioral health for more than 17 years. While working in a variety of settings, ranging from Outpatient mental health clinics, Higher education, Private practice and Non-for-profit organizations, I have developed an eclectic skill for supporting individuals from diverse demographics.
Welcome! Choosing a counselor is an extremely important decision. Trust and a good fit is essential to success. This process comes by way of warmth, respect, empathy, atonement and truthfulness, all intricate factors in the journey of healing. I've happily worked in Mental /Behavioral health for more than 17 years. While working in a variety of settings, ranging from Outpatient mental health clinics, Higher education, Private practice and Non-for-profit organizations, I have developed an eclectic skill for supporting individuals from diverse demographics.
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ShiftingParadigms Counseling and Consulting, PC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, CRTC, LCSW, LISW-CP, CCSOTS, LPHA
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28273
CREATING THE CONDITIONS FOR CHANGE in your lifecourse through pyschotherapy and life coaching...
Our support is strengths based and empathetic to the challenges that make it difficult for you to create the life that you want. Struggling in your relationships? Trying to deal with difficult events in your life? We don't preach, stand on soap boxes or point fingers...our job is to momentarily hold what you "can't" so you can "work it out"! We simply help you connect the loose connections. That is how emotional growth happens and how we help CREATE THE CONDITIONS FOR CHANGE.
CREATING THE CONDITIONS FOR CHANGE in your lifecourse through pyschotherapy and life coaching...
Our support is strengths based and empathetic to the challenges that make it difficult for you to create the life that you want. Struggling in your relationships? Trying to deal with difficult events in your life? We don't preach, stand on soap boxes or point fingers...our job is to momentarily hold what you "can't" so you can "work it out"! We simply help you connect the loose connections. That is how emotional growth happens and how we help CREATE THE CONDITIONS FOR CHANGE.
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Jameion Blanton Fowler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW-CP, LCSW
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28202 (Online Only)
I'm so happy to be able to work with a variety of different populations throughout my career. These include Mental Health, Substance Abuse and work with Children and families.
I'm so happy to be able to work with a variety of different populations throughout my career. These include Mental Health, Substance Abuse and work with Children and families.
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H. Alan Campbell
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28299 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor with five years of experience. I specialize in the areas of depression, anxiety, men’s issues, adult relationship issues, child-parent relationship issues, trauma, and ADHD. I am also an experienced School-Based Mental Health Therapist. I utilize a range of modalities tied to a person-centered approach, including cognitive behavioral therapy, narrative therapy, play therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, interpersonal therapy, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused brief therapy.
I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor with five years of experience. I specialize in the areas of depression, anxiety, men’s issues, adult relationship issues, child-parent relationship issues, trauma, and ADHD. I am also an experienced School-Based Mental Health Therapist. I utilize a range of modalities tied to a person-centered approach, including cognitive behavioral therapy, narrative therapy, play therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, interpersonal therapy, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused brief therapy.
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I conduct Independent Psychological Examinations (IPE) in the areas of disability, employment, civil competency, and psychological injury. If you are an attorney or claims agent, you can schedule a free 15-minute consultation on my website: www.DrWorthen.net
I conduct Independent Psychological Examinations (IPE) in the areas of disability, employment, civil competency, and psychological injury. If you are an attorney or claims agent, you can schedule a free 15-minute consultation on my website: www.DrWorthen.net
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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.