Male Therapists in West Hill, Albany, NY
What makes us unique is our ability to be client focused and client centered even when the client is mandated to treatment.
I am a licensed mental health counselor with experience treating individuals with relationship issues, depression, anxiety, anger issues, and co-existing mental health and substance abuse issues. We are participating providers with CDPHP, FidelisCare, Empire Blue Cross/Blue Shield, MHC, MVP, Empire Plan and Beacon Health Options.
What makes us unique is our ability to be client focused and client centered even when the client is mandated to treatment.
I am a licensed mental health counselor with experience treating individuals with relationship issues, depression, anxiety, anger issues, and co-existing mental health and substance abuse issues. We are participating providers with CDPHP, FidelisCare, Empire Blue Cross/Blue Shield, MHC, MVP, Empire Plan and Beacon Health Options.
Are you seeking evidence-based psychotherapy to help you achieve your goals or manage your symptoms in the most effective way? If you or your child are struggling with your mood, anxiety, trauma, obsessive or unhelpful thinking patterns, chronic pain, or behaviors you wish to change, I or another qualified therapist at the MindWell Center may be able to help you.
Are you seeking evidence-based psychotherapy to help you achieve your goals or manage your symptoms in the most effective way? If you or your child are struggling with your mood, anxiety, trauma, obsessive or unhelpful thinking patterns, chronic pain, or behaviors you wish to change, I or another qualified therapist at the MindWell Center may be able to help you.
Roland Edward Hoffmann
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
West Hill, Albany, NY 12206 (Online Only)
Looking for a therapist? While considered a contractual agreement, there is significant research linking the success of treatment to the therapeutic relationship. I have a natural proclivity for creating enthusiasm and positivity in others and an ability to stimulate others’ strengths for their own personal excellence. Come have a FREE 15 minute conversation to see if we would be a good match.
Looking for a therapist? While considered a contractual agreement, there is significant research linking the success of treatment to the therapeutic relationship. I have a natural proclivity for creating enthusiasm and positivity in others and an ability to stimulate others’ strengths for their own personal excellence. Come have a FREE 15 minute conversation to see if we would be a good match.
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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.