Male Therapists in Akron, OH
I am so glad you are here and advocating for your mental health! This first step is SO important! My main goal is to create a space where you can feel safe to express yourself without judgment and maintain an environment in which you can continue to grow and make changes in your life. I strive to be an accepting and understanding counselor while also challenging my clients to be the best version of themselves they can be. I will meet you where you are at! Counseling can feel scary, but I will work with you to make this feel enjoyable and comfortable!
I am so glad you are here and advocating for your mental health! This first step is SO important! My main goal is to create a space where you can feel safe to express yourself without judgment and maintain an environment in which you can continue to grow and make changes in your life. I strive to be an accepting and understanding counselor while also challenging my clients to be the best version of themselves they can be. I will meet you where you are at! Counseling can feel scary, but I will work with you to make this feel enjoyable and comfortable!
Stephanie Edwards
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Akron, OH 44320 (Online Only)
I was previously a supervisor for a chemical dependency program in which I supervised interns, counselors, and case managers.
Hello! My name is Stephanie Edwards. I’m a licensed professional clinical counselor with supervision designation. I have more than 10 years of experience in the mental health field. I earned my master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling from the University of Akron. I specialize in complex trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), diversity issues, depression, anxiety, and issues stemming from abuse. I’m trained in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) and am a Level 1 Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP).
I was previously a supervisor for a chemical dependency program in which I supervised interns, counselors, and case managers.
Hello! My name is Stephanie Edwards. I’m a licensed professional clinical counselor with supervision designation. I have more than 10 years of experience in the mental health field. I earned my master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling from the University of Akron. I specialize in complex trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), diversity issues, depression, anxiety, and issues stemming from abuse. I’m trained in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) and am a Level 1 Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP).
I have experience working with clients who suffer from a range of mental illnesses, including depression, anxiety, adjustment disorder, and more. I take an approach that involves meeting clients where they are. I learn about their stories and assess what the right path is for their needs and goals. Having a client who is open and receptive to therapy is all a therapist could and should ask for.
I have experience working with clients who suffer from a range of mental illnesses, including depression, anxiety, adjustment disorder, and more. I take an approach that involves meeting clients where they are. I learn about their stories and assess what the right path is for their needs and goals. Having a client who is open and receptive to therapy is all a therapist could and should ask for.
The people I am best suited to help are those who are struggling with relationship concerns, hyperactive minds, past abuse and trauma, and those who feel disconnected from a sense of meaning and purpose in their lives. I want to help those who wish to cultivate a more stable intention towards wellness, more quiet in their minds, and a deeper connection with others.
The people I am best suited to help are those who are struggling with relationship concerns, hyperactive minds, past abuse and trauma, and those who feel disconnected from a sense of meaning and purpose in their lives. I want to help those who wish to cultivate a more stable intention towards wellness, more quiet in their minds, and a deeper connection with others.
I have a great passion to help people of all ages, religions backgrounds, genders and sexualities. It has always been important that my clients and I have a good relationship based on mutual respect and understanding. I have been working in the mental health field for 10 years. In this time I have done extensive work in schools (advocacy, counseling, IEP/ETR work, and making plans for student success), in hospitals, and in client's homes. In this time I have picked up the ability to work with any situation, big or small.
I have a great passion to help people of all ages, religions backgrounds, genders and sexualities. It has always been important that my clients and I have a good relationship based on mutual respect and understanding. I have been working in the mental health field for 10 years. In this time I have done extensive work in schools (advocacy, counseling, IEP/ETR work, and making plans for student success), in hospitals, and in client's homes. In this time I have picked up the ability to work with any situation, big or small.
I have experience in many areas.
Hello! I have been counseling for 10 years. I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, Ordained Minister and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. I have open availability M-W and even some counseling slots Sunday from 2-5pm. If you want counseling for PTSD or Trauma related problems, depressions or anxiety. I see people in Akron from my home in-person but the initial assessment is online.
I have experience in many areas.
Hello! I have been counseling for 10 years. I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, Ordained Minister and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. I have open availability M-W and even some counseling slots Sunday from 2-5pm. If you want counseling for PTSD or Trauma related problems, depressions or anxiety. I see people in Akron from my home in-person but the initial assessment is online.
Combining decades of life experience & passion for mental health, I provide practical, relatable, and inspiring clinical interventions in a safe, beneficial, & nonjudgmental manner.
My ideal client is an individual who is open to working as a team and benefiting from a therapeutic relationship in which honesty, accountability, and empathy are paramount. While a client’s concerns are unique and personal, there is nothing they cannot overcome through effective therapeutic interventions and a highly-trained and relatable clinician.
Combining decades of life experience & passion for mental health, I provide practical, relatable, and inspiring clinical interventions in a safe, beneficial, & nonjudgmental manner.
My ideal client is an individual who is open to working as a team and benefiting from a therapeutic relationship in which honesty, accountability, and empathy are paramount. While a client’s concerns are unique and personal, there is nothing they cannot overcome through effective therapeutic interventions and a highly-trained and relatable clinician.
I believe that meaningful change happens when we walk alongside each other through life's difficulties. Together, we can explore the roots of unhealthy patterns, distressing thoughts, harmful behaviors, and intense emotions, often stemming from a deep longing for connection with oneself and others.
I believe that meaningful change happens when we walk alongside each other through life's difficulties. Together, we can explore the roots of unhealthy patterns, distressing thoughts, harmful behaviors, and intense emotions, often stemming from a deep longing for connection with oneself and others.
James Edwards-Roberts
Pre-Licensed Professional, SWT
Verified Verified
Akron, OH 44313 (Online Only)
Are you feeling anxious? Are you having trouble setting and reaching your goals? Are you feeling uneasy about your next steps? If your answer is yes, I believe that although this can be a difficult time, it is also an opportunity for growth. Feeling unsatisfied isn’t a bad thing. It can be the first step to making change and a time for rediscovery.
Are you feeling anxious? Are you having trouble setting and reaching your goals? Are you feeling uneasy about your next steps? If your answer is yes, I believe that although this can be a difficult time, it is also an opportunity for growth. Feeling unsatisfied isn’t a bad thing. It can be the first step to making change and a time for rediscovery.
Mindfulness, Meditation, & Mental Health Therapy
Counselor, MA, Ed, LPC, CR
Verified Verified
Akron, OH 44313
I am a licensed, professional counselor in the state of Ohio. I am able to work with clients presenting with diverse issues related to personal and relational wellness. These issues include anxiety, grief and loss, adjustment to life changes or stressors, depression, trauma, substance use and addiction-related issues. Interventions are an effective strength of mine.
I am a licensed, professional counselor in the state of Ohio. I am able to work with clients presenting with diverse issues related to personal and relational wellness. These issues include anxiety, grief and loss, adjustment to life changes or stressors, depression, trauma, substance use and addiction-related issues. Interventions are an effective strength of mine.
Shawn Pedani, LISW-S
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Akron, OH 44319
I specialize in treating clients with chronic anxiety. So many of my clients struggle with things like uncertainty, chronic stress, overthinking, past trauma, and imposter syndrome. They may even have intrusive, unwanted thoughts or excessively worry and have repeated panic attacks. These things too often impair their relationships and prevent them from falling asleep at night. I use an evidenced-based treatment model to guide my clients overcome things like these and embrace their anxiety and develop a growth mindset so they can live their best lives.
I specialize in treating clients with chronic anxiety. So many of my clients struggle with things like uncertainty, chronic stress, overthinking, past trauma, and imposter syndrome. They may even have intrusive, unwanted thoughts or excessively worry and have repeated panic attacks. These things too often impair their relationships and prevent them from falling asleep at night. I use an evidenced-based treatment model to guide my clients overcome things like these and embrace their anxiety and develop a growth mindset so they can live their best lives.
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As a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a focus on emotionally focused therapy (EFT), I work with disconnected and distressed couples and individuals. This conflict may arise from family-related stress, infidelity, divorce, parenting children with disabilities, trauma, toxic work environments, and political anxiety. I am keenly focused on creating an inclusive, warm, non-judgmental environment for all my clients.
As a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a focus on emotionally focused therapy (EFT), I work with disconnected and distressed couples and individuals. This conflict may arise from family-related stress, infidelity, divorce, parenting children with disabilities, trauma, toxic work environments, and political anxiety. I am keenly focused on creating an inclusive, warm, non-judgmental environment for all my clients.
I specialize in anxiety, depression, ADHD, various forms of addiction, autism, & more. Are your goals oriented towards reducing maladaptive symptoms, identifying the behaviors you wish to engage in, being the person you want to be, and, ultimately, the life you aspire to live? Do you desire change and growth & are willing to put the necessary effort in? As your counselor, I do not effect change; that responsibility belongs to you. I aim to empower you to recognize your innate strengths, develop them further, and effectively use them towards your goals in life.
I specialize in anxiety, depression, ADHD, various forms of addiction, autism, & more. Are your goals oriented towards reducing maladaptive symptoms, identifying the behaviors you wish to engage in, being the person you want to be, and, ultimately, the life you aspire to live? Do you desire change and growth & are willing to put the necessary effort in? As your counselor, I do not effect change; that responsibility belongs to you. I aim to empower you to recognize your innate strengths, develop them further, and effectively use them towards your goals in life.
As a marriage and family therapist, I specialize in working with men and couples. With men, I help work through difficulties and create tools in dealing with relationship concerns, communication problems, anger management, parenting efforts, family dynamics, divorce, depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, mid-life issues, etc. With couples, I help work through relational frustrations, deal with the aftereffects of infidelity, address co-parenting concerns, and sort out blended family dynamics.
As a marriage and family therapist, I specialize in working with men and couples. With men, I help work through difficulties and create tools in dealing with relationship concerns, communication problems, anger management, parenting efforts, family dynamics, divorce, depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, mid-life issues, etc. With couples, I help work through relational frustrations, deal with the aftereffects of infidelity, address co-parenting concerns, and sort out blended family dynamics.
Dr. Mitch-Lisa Marriage/Couples Workshops/Seminars
PsyD, MSW, Life, Coach
Verified Verified
Akron, OH 44308
Mitch PsyD & Lisa Relationship Coach (30 Years) are truly very Caring Professional's having a Male/Female Perspective on your Relationship.
Relationships in Crisis: We Have Several Private Couples/Marriage Workshops & Seminars, in order to Rapidly Accelerate Your Healing & Your Communication Process (Traditional 45 min. session (Simply Does Not Work). During these 2 to 4 weeks, we will see both of you Together & Individually, as well as Help each of you Learn the Art of Empathy, Sensitivity & Compassion. These Workshops/Seminars are Designed to be Informative & Powerful, in order to Accelerate Your Healing Process & Stop any further Damage from Occurring. Our Success RATE is 85% of Our Couples that have Successfully Completed Our Couples Workshops or Alcohol Treatment.
Mitch PsyD & Lisa Relationship Coach (30 Years) are truly very Caring Professional's having a Male/Female Perspective on your Relationship.
Relationships in Crisis: We Have Several Private Couples/Marriage Workshops & Seminars, in order to Rapidly Accelerate Your Healing & Your Communication Process (Traditional 45 min. session (Simply Does Not Work). During these 2 to 4 weeks, we will see both of you Together & Individually, as well as Help each of you Learn the Art of Empathy, Sensitivity & Compassion. These Workshops/Seminars are Designed to be Informative & Powerful, in order to Accelerate Your Healing Process & Stop any further Damage from Occurring. Our Success RATE is 85% of Our Couples that have Successfully Completed Our Couples Workshops or Alcohol Treatment.
My therapeutic approaches are based on current theories, and I have published many articles on these issues, including a 2023 book on my model of body trauma therapy, available at Routledge.
I am a certified psychoanalyst and I work exclusively with individuals wanting long-term treatment to address lifelong suffering usually due to abuse or trauma. I offer both contemporary psychoanalysis and embodied psychotherapy, as appropriate, to address mind, body, and emotional issues that continue impact your current life and relationships. This approach is designed to expand treatment beyond short-lived symptom relief into transforming the actual origins of your issues, symptoms, and daily suffering. You can learn more about me and the ways I practice by visiting my website: www.edwardnovak.com
My therapeutic approaches are based on current theories, and I have published many articles on these issues, including a 2023 book on my model of body trauma therapy, available at Routledge.
I am a certified psychoanalyst and I work exclusively with individuals wanting long-term treatment to address lifelong suffering usually due to abuse or trauma. I offer both contemporary psychoanalysis and embodied psychotherapy, as appropriate, to address mind, body, and emotional issues that continue impact your current life and relationships. This approach is designed to expand treatment beyond short-lived symptom relief into transforming the actual origins of your issues, symptoms, and daily suffering. You can learn more about me and the ways I practice by visiting my website: www.edwardnovak.com
We are all hu man at the end of the day.
I have served those with Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar, Schizophrenia, Family Issues, etc. My ideal client is motivated to roll up their sleeves and engage in the therapeutic process. They have an open mind and can practice effective coping skills to improve their overall functioning and quality of life. They can challenge themselves to be vulnerable and practice accountability while processing their problematic thinking patterns and behaviors in a safe and non-judgmental environment. They wish to engage in therapy because they realize that they need to make a change and are willing to take a leap of faith to make it happen.
We are all hu man at the end of the day.
I have served those with Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar, Schizophrenia, Family Issues, etc. My ideal client is motivated to roll up their sleeves and engage in the therapeutic process. They have an open mind and can practice effective coping skills to improve their overall functioning and quality of life. They can challenge themselves to be vulnerable and practice accountability while processing their problematic thinking patterns and behaviors in a safe and non-judgmental environment. They wish to engage in therapy because they realize that they need to make a change and are willing to take a leap of faith to make it happen.
Griffin T Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Akron, OH 44313
I am so happy you found me! Perhaps something doesn't feel "right" in your life. Maybe you feel particularly stressed or sad and don't know why. I offer a unique approach to counseling in which I integrate humor with well researched methods of helping people. Together we can navigate the curveballs that life throws your way. After helping thousands of people in my career, I have found that everyone has strengths. Together we will harness your strengths and strive to create the life you deserve. You deserve hassle-free, individualized care!
I am so happy you found me! Perhaps something doesn't feel "right" in your life. Maybe you feel particularly stressed or sad and don't know why. I offer a unique approach to counseling in which I integrate humor with well researched methods of helping people. Together we can navigate the curveballs that life throws your way. After helping thousands of people in my career, I have found that everyone has strengths. Together we will harness your strengths and strive to create the life you deserve. You deserve hassle-free, individualized care!
Individuals thrive toward their potential when their relationships are healthy and supportive. Being in healthy relationship is how we, as individuals and families, are sustained in the long term. Relationships that are healthy are consistent, have structure, are interdependent, and provide instruction that fosters individual and collective resiliency and progress.
When relationships are in crisis, individuals must be guided toward identifying the behaviors and attitudes that bring on conflict. When this awareness is achieved, change is possible. Here, attention to individual and relationship needs is equally important in the therapeutic process.
Individuals thrive toward their potential when their relationships are healthy and supportive. Being in healthy relationship is how we, as individuals and families, are sustained in the long term. Relationships that are healthy are consistent, have structure, are interdependent, and provide instruction that fosters individual and collective resiliency and progress.
When relationships are in crisis, individuals must be guided toward identifying the behaviors and attitudes that bring on conflict. When this awareness is achieved, change is possible. Here, attention to individual and relationship needs is equally important in the therapeutic process.
Thomas Nemerovsky
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPCC-S, LICDC, ICCS
Verified Verified
Akron, OH 44333
I specialize in substance use disorders, mood disorders, stress management, trauma, and PTSD. I enjoy working with clients who are motivated for change and are open to exploring strategies to help them improve their mental health and quality of life. I appreciate individuals engaged in the therapeutic process and sharing their thoughts and feelings openly, allowing for a collaborative therapeutic relationship.
I specialize in substance use disorders, mood disorders, stress management, trauma, and PTSD. I enjoy working with clients who are motivated for change and are open to exploring strategies to help them improve their mental health and quality of life. I appreciate individuals engaged in the therapeutic process and sharing their thoughts and feelings openly, allowing for a collaborative therapeutic relationship.
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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.