Male Therapists in Ruidoso, NM
TeleCounseling New Mexico
Counselor, MA, LMHC, LADAC
Verified Verified
Ruidoso, NM 88345 (Online Only)
These are trying times, aren’t they? Struggling in a relationship in the middle of a global pandemic—magnifing the overwhelm! Relationships and homelife feel overwhelming. You’re numb and exasperated. You’re feeling hopeless and taken advantage of. Your partner trash talks you—taking another vital part of your self-esteem. You may feel used and disrespected—even victimized. Brain fog is a ‘constant’ as you feel life passing you by. I feel you. There is a scientific system for recovery. My speciality is providing that system for your recovery: a step-by-step system leading out of the hopelessness and into a healthy relationship.
These are trying times, aren’t they? Struggling in a relationship in the middle of a global pandemic—magnifing the overwhelm! Relationships and homelife feel overwhelming. You’re numb and exasperated. You’re feeling hopeless and taken advantage of. Your partner trash talks you—taking another vital part of your self-esteem. You may feel used and disrespected—even victimized. Brain fog is a ‘constant’ as you feel life passing you by. I feel you. There is a scientific system for recovery. My speciality is providing that system for your recovery: a step-by-step system leading out of the hopelessness and into a healthy relationship.
Couples Counseling with a therapist who “gets it” is often just what is needed for a relationship that is struggling, in conflict, on its last legs, or when it is going through transition. Sometimes relationships are in crisis due to infidelity or the discovery of pornography use. Couples counseling is proven to be very helpful in these situations, resolving relationship conflicts such as sexual problems, financial conflict, disagreements over parenting issues, or communication problems among other issues that arise in relationships.
Couples Counseling with a therapist who “gets it” is often just what is needed for a relationship that is struggling, in conflict, on its last legs, or when it is going through transition. Sometimes relationships are in crisis due to infidelity or the discovery of pornography use. Couples counseling is proven to be very helpful in these situations, resolving relationship conflicts such as sexual problems, financial conflict, disagreements over parenting issues, or communication problems among other issues that arise in relationships.
Problem gambling is one of the most hidden addictions in the U.S. due to the shame and stigma associated with gambling problems. Many people still mistake problem gambling for a moral problem or simply see it as poor choice making, rather than understanding the complex brain hijacking that problem gambling is for some people who can’t quit. Several neurotransmitters including dopamine, serotonin, glutamate, opioids, to name a few, are acting simultaneously on the brain during problem gambling.
Problem gambling is one of the most hidden addictions in the U.S. due to the shame and stigma associated with gambling problems. Many people still mistake problem gambling for a moral problem or simply see it as poor choice making, rather than understanding the complex brain hijacking that problem gambling is for some people who can’t quit. Several neurotransmitters including dopamine, serotonin, glutamate, opioids, to name a few, are acting simultaneously on the brain during problem gambling.
Online Therapists
Herb Lemke
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LMHC
Verified Verified
White Sands Missile Range, NM 88002 (Online Only)
With a seasoned history in the military, I have enjoyed years of working with service members and their families alike, helping them adjust to the ever-changing narrative of the military lifestyle. Whether relational or individual, I will walk with you as you seek out a re-visioning of your own story.
With a seasoned history in the military, I have enjoyed years of working with service members and their families alike, helping them adjust to the ever-changing narrative of the military lifestyle. Whether relational or individual, I will walk with you as you seek out a re-visioning of your own story.
Dr. Mark White
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT-S, CSAT-S, CMAT-S, CPTT-S, LSOTP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Roswell, NM 88201
I treat anxiety, depression, anger management, and substance addictions.
Searching for hope and healing from experiencing the trauma of betrayal, infidelity, compulsive sexual behavior, or relationship distress? Lasting, long-term recovery requires expert guidance. Individually, are you experiencing anxiety or depression? With a focus on your context, experience, and emotion, I specialize in deconstructing your presenting issues to clarify specific problems that you desire to change or respond to. I offer services by video conferencing, phone, and in-person. With similarly qualified colleagues, we offer collaborating therapists for each partner and for the relationship.
I treat anxiety, depression, anger management, and substance addictions.
Searching for hope and healing from experiencing the trauma of betrayal, infidelity, compulsive sexual behavior, or relationship distress? Lasting, long-term recovery requires expert guidance. Individually, are you experiencing anxiety or depression? With a focus on your context, experience, and emotion, I specialize in deconstructing your presenting issues to clarify specific problems that you desire to change or respond to. I offer services by video conferencing, phone, and in-person. With similarly qualified colleagues, we offer collaborating therapists for each partner and for the relationship.
Bruce Burleson
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS, LADC1, LADAC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Roswell, NM 88201 (Online Only)
Are you experiencing problems with drugs or alcohol? Do you find yourself caught up in a cycle of other addictive behaviors such as gaming, the Internet or gambling? I have good news and bad news for you. First the bad news: it takes effort to stop addictive behaviors, and to address the underlying emotional or trauma issues that compel you to relapse over and over again. There’s no magic wand, no Abracadabra. Now the good news. The cycle doesn’t have to be endless, and recovery is possible! I do individual, couples and family counseling.
Are you experiencing problems with drugs or alcohol? Do you find yourself caught up in a cycle of other addictive behaviors such as gaming, the Internet or gambling? I have good news and bad news for you. First the bad news: it takes effort to stop addictive behaviors, and to address the underlying emotional or trauma issues that compel you to relapse over and over again. There’s no magic wand, no Abracadabra. Now the good news. The cycle doesn’t have to be endless, and recovery is possible! I do individual, couples and family counseling.
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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.