Male Therapists in Kent, OH
![Photo of Paul Culbertson, LPC](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/c2707937-adb1-40d6-9320-e0615e5a4f03/1/320x400.jpeg)
Paul Culbertson
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kent, OH 44240 (Online Only)
I focus on autism/ADHD (with or without trauma/PTSD). ADHD/Autism does not need to be previously diagnosed. My method is to analyze connections which typically stem back to one’s family of origin, which can lead to poor self-regard. Together, we work to identify patterns and tendencies, as well as where they came from. I’ve seen people change for the better. We are looking for results, realizations, epiphanies, and for you to break free from the cycle of unhappiness and self-loathing. www.PaulCulbertson.com
I focus on autism/ADHD (with or without trauma/PTSD). ADHD/Autism does not need to be previously diagnosed. My method is to analyze connections which typically stem back to one’s family of origin, which can lead to poor self-regard. Together, we work to identify patterns and tendencies, as well as where they came from. I’ve seen people change for the better. We are looking for results, realizations, epiphanies, and for you to break free from the cycle of unhappiness and self-loathing. www.PaulCulbertson.com
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Today you are one step closer to living a healthier and happier life. As a seasoned psychologist skilled in the use of hypnosis and psychotherapy, my goal is to help you overcome the obstacles that keep you from achieving your goals and aspirations. Based on recent advances in the art and science of hypnosis, you will learn specific hypnotically augmented treatment strategies to meet and surmount the challenges you face. Once you experience hypnosis in our sessions you will then learn the important skill of self-hypnosis to maintain your therapeutic progress and advance your path forward, well beyond the time we spend together.
Today you are one step closer to living a healthier and happier life. As a seasoned psychologist skilled in the use of hypnosis and psychotherapy, my goal is to help you overcome the obstacles that keep you from achieving your goals and aspirations. Based on recent advances in the art and science of hypnosis, you will learn specific hypnotically augmented treatment strategies to meet and surmount the challenges you face. Once you experience hypnosis in our sessions you will then learn the important skill of self-hypnosis to maintain your therapeutic progress and advance your path forward, well beyond the time we spend together.
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Between stimulus and response there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our freedom (Viktor Frankl). Joe is a relatable connector who has worked with many different diagnoses throughout his time in the field. He passionately believes that relationships are powerful, especially the therapy relationship. Specializing in the treatment of grief, anxiety, depression, and spiritual crisis, Joe provides eclectic treatment, drawing from Cognitive Behavioral and Existential Therapies. Possessing a contagious sense of humor, Joe has helped many clients rediscover laughter in life.
Between stimulus and response there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our freedom (Viktor Frankl). Joe is a relatable connector who has worked with many different diagnoses throughout his time in the field. He passionately believes that relationships are powerful, especially the therapy relationship. Specializing in the treatment of grief, anxiety, depression, and spiritual crisis, Joe provides eclectic treatment, drawing from Cognitive Behavioral and Existential Therapies. Possessing a contagious sense of humor, Joe has helped many clients rediscover laughter in life.
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My goal is to create a laidback, comfortable, and non-judgmental environment that facilitates your personal growth and development.
My goal is to create a laidback, comfortable, and non-judgmental environment that facilitates your personal growth and development.
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What you think is what you say. What you say is what you do. What you do continually becomes your habit. Your habits create your character; your character determines your destiny (Jeremy Anderson). Michael Wilson is a compassionate connector skilled in the art of therapy over his six years of experience aiding clients in achieving their mental health goals. To Michael, trust is crucial to the healing process. To that end, he approaches each session with a genuine and empathic desire to connect. When you're in session with Michael, you have his undivided attention. Bridging the gap between individuals and social change is his core.
What you think is what you say. What you say is what you do. What you do continually becomes your habit. Your habits create your character; your character determines your destiny (Jeremy Anderson). Michael Wilson is a compassionate connector skilled in the art of therapy over his six years of experience aiding clients in achieving their mental health goals. To Michael, trust is crucial to the healing process. To that end, he approaches each session with a genuine and empathic desire to connect. When you're in session with Michael, you have his undivided attention. Bridging the gap between individuals and social change is his core.
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The only normal people are the ones you don't know very well (Alfred Adler). Brad is, above all, an active listener in his work with clients. Mutual trust is the key to true change in the therapeutic journey and that comes from truly being heard and understood. When you see Brad for therapy, you have his undivided attention. As a patient-centered prescriber, Brad understands that finding the right therapist isn’t a one-size-fits-all situation. He truly values the time, trust, and journey of each client he services. Every therapy session is a learning opportunity with a new chance for growth.
The only normal people are the ones you don't know very well (Alfred Adler). Brad is, above all, an active listener in his work with clients. Mutual trust is the key to true change in the therapeutic journey and that comes from truly being heard and understood. When you see Brad for therapy, you have his undivided attention. As a patient-centered prescriber, Brad understands that finding the right therapist isn’t a one-size-fits-all situation. He truly values the time, trust, and journey of each client he services. Every therapy session is a learning opportunity with a new chance for growth.
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Derek Stegner
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor , LPCC
Verified Verified
Kent, OH 44240 (Online Only)
I have many years of experience working with early childhood trauma and severe, persistent mental illness, varying from ages of 5 years to 70+. My goal is to empower and advocate for positive change within you, as the individual, and the system as a whole. The place that we will create together is a safe and judgement free space. I work through an Existential foundation, to help those I work with seek meaning and purpose, with skills built from experience with Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and Cognitive Behavior Therapy, all within the context of a trauma-informed approach.
I have many years of experience working with early childhood trauma and severe, persistent mental illness, varying from ages of 5 years to 70+. My goal is to empower and advocate for positive change within you, as the individual, and the system as a whole. The place that we will create together is a safe and judgement free space. I work through an Existential foundation, to help those I work with seek meaning and purpose, with skills built from experience with Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and Cognitive Behavior Therapy, all within the context of a trauma-informed approach.
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Emmett Drugan
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MEd, LPCC, CDCA, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kent, OH 44240
No matter how strong we are, sometimes life can throw some pretty tough challenges at us. Mental health issues can have different sources that can be addressed in sessions. You may need help dealing with the past, struggling with the present, or worried about the future; figuring out or coming to terms with your sexuality/gender or coming out to family/friends; or dealing with the stress of daily life or transitions, work/school, or systemic issues. Each of your issues, needs, and goals are valid and can be addressed on your terms. You deserve it!
No matter how strong we are, sometimes life can throw some pretty tough challenges at us. Mental health issues can have different sources that can be addressed in sessions. You may need help dealing with the past, struggling with the present, or worried about the future; figuring out or coming to terms with your sexuality/gender or coming out to family/friends; or dealing with the stress of daily life or transitions, work/school, or systemic issues. Each of your issues, needs, and goals are valid and can be addressed on your terms. You deserve it!
![Photo of Michael Wilson, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/583d5bfb-b7e5-4479-ae05-61732d28dec5/1/320x400.png)
Michael Wilson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kent, OH 44240 (Online Only)
What you think is what you say. What you say is what you do. What you do continually becomes your habit. Your habits create your character; your character determines your destiny (Jeremy Anderson). Michael Wilson is a compassionate connector skilled in the art of therapy over his six years of experience aiding clients in achieving their mental health goals. To Michael, trust is crucial to the healing process. To that end, he approaches each session with a genuine and empathic desire to connect. When you're in session with Michael, you have his undivided attention. Bridging the gap between individuals and social change is his core.
What you think is what you say. What you say is what you do. What you do continually becomes your habit. Your habits create your character; your character determines your destiny (Jeremy Anderson). Michael Wilson is a compassionate connector skilled in the art of therapy over his six years of experience aiding clients in achieving their mental health goals. To Michael, trust is crucial to the healing process. To that end, he approaches each session with a genuine and empathic desire to connect. When you're in session with Michael, you have his undivided attention. Bridging the gap between individuals and social change is his core.
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Dr. Hao Chu is a licensed clinical psychologist in Ohio. He received his Doctorate of Clinical Psychology, Psy.D., from Wright State University, School of Professional Psychology. He has years of professional experience in working with clients to overcome issues relating to anxiety, depression, trauma, and personal relationships. Dr. Chu is a cognitive-behavioral based therapist, who often integrates elements of humanistic, multicultural, and interpersonal theory in his practice. Moreover, he believes in engaging clients with empathy and compassion.
Dr. Hao Chu is a licensed clinical psychologist in Ohio. He received his Doctorate of Clinical Psychology, Psy.D., from Wright State University, School of Professional Psychology. He has years of professional experience in working with clients to overcome issues relating to anxiety, depression, trauma, and personal relationships. Dr. Chu is a cognitive-behavioral based therapist, who often integrates elements of humanistic, multicultural, and interpersonal theory in his practice. Moreover, he believes in engaging clients with empathy and compassion.
Elias Decker
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kent, OH 44240
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![Photo of Trey Gehring, MEd, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/ce9e21bf-3c4a-419b-8f76-600a6f951910/1/320x400.jpeg)
I am a trauma-informed LGBTQIA+-affirming licensed professional counselor (LPC) practicing in the state of Ohio. It is important to me to work with a diverse population with a variety of presenting issues. I have experience working with clients with traumatic stress injuries, dealing with issues of identity, having difficulty making meaning of their life, having difficulties related to anxiety and depression, and clients experiencing obsessive thinking or compulsions. I am passionate about working with LGBTQIA+ identifying individuals and aim to provide an open and affirming counseling experience.
I am a trauma-informed LGBTQIA+-affirming licensed professional counselor (LPC) practicing in the state of Ohio. It is important to me to work with a diverse population with a variety of presenting issues. I have experience working with clients with traumatic stress injuries, dealing with issues of identity, having difficulty making meaning of their life, having difficulties related to anxiety and depression, and clients experiencing obsessive thinking or compulsions. I am passionate about working with LGBTQIA+ identifying individuals and aim to provide an open and affirming counseling experience.
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I provide a compassionate, personalized approach to those navigating ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, and OUD. My practice uniquely offers medication management, ensuring a blend of empathy and scientific expertise tailored to your individual needs.
I provide a compassionate, personalized approach to those navigating ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, and OUD. My practice uniquely offers medication management, ensuring a blend of empathy and scientific expertise tailored to your individual needs.
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Dan Krause
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS Ed, LPCC-S
Verified Verified
Streetsboro, OH 44241
Dan understands taking the first step towards therapy is hard and that therapy can feel awkward. He enjoys building rapport with each client, so they feel comfortable throughout therapy. He enjoys helping clients who struggle with anxiety learn how to take back control of their daily life and work towards gaining the ability to manage their anxiety. Dan has experience with other issues that may impact individuals on a daily basis, such as depression, life transitions, anger, adjustments, school and social issues.
Dan understands taking the first step towards therapy is hard and that therapy can feel awkward. He enjoys building rapport with each client, so they feel comfortable throughout therapy. He enjoys helping clients who struggle with anxiety learn how to take back control of their daily life and work towards gaining the ability to manage their anxiety. Dan has experience with other issues that may impact individuals on a daily basis, such as depression, life transitions, anger, adjustments, school and social issues.
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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.
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2024 is here...Does that sound exciting or completely overwhelming? Does it feel like your life is less manageable? Are you struggling to express your wants and needs? If you need guidance finding your way through a challenging period in your life, we would like to help. Our time together can be short and solution-focused or much longer, depending on the nature of your concerns and your progress in therapy. We use several approaches to therapy which include modalities such as trauma informed, DBT, cognitive behavioral therapy, and motivational interviewing. Our staff are accepting new Medicaid clients as early as next week!
2024 is here...Does that sound exciting or completely overwhelming? Does it feel like your life is less manageable? Are you struggling to express your wants and needs? If you need guidance finding your way through a challenging period in your life, we would like to help. Our time together can be short and solution-focused or much longer, depending on the nature of your concerns and your progress in therapy. We use several approaches to therapy which include modalities such as trauma informed, DBT, cognitive behavioral therapy, and motivational interviewing. Our staff are accepting new Medicaid clients as early as next week!
![Photo of Collin Alonzo Myers, PhD, PCC-S, DAC, NBCC, NAFC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3d477128-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Fairhaven is a safe place where Hope & Healing begin. We even have a therapy dog in the office who loves to accompany adults & children into session. I love to work with children, adolescents, adults, couples, & families. I work with ADHD, Asperger's, depression, abuse recovery, anxiety, grieving, career planning & development with teens & adults. Many of my clients want spiritual direction. I have worked extensively with Christians of all walks and provide gentle Christian direction, if desired. I have also worked with people of the Jewish and Muslim faiths. I see athiests as well, but never try to push faith upon them.
Fairhaven is a safe place where Hope & Healing begin. We even have a therapy dog in the office who loves to accompany adults & children into session. I love to work with children, adolescents, adults, couples, & families. I work with ADHD, Asperger's, depression, abuse recovery, anxiety, grieving, career planning & development with teens & adults. Many of my clients want spiritual direction. I have worked extensively with Christians of all walks and provide gentle Christian direction, if desired. I have also worked with people of the Jewish and Muslim faiths. I see athiests as well, but never try to push faith upon them.
![Photo of Austin D Miller, LPC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/6e10aaee-05bd-4ee2-b8d4-384d0b67f115/2/320x400.jpeg)
Your story is unique. I partner with you to reimagine that story of your past and work through the bits that continue to hold you back. We explore tools to craft future chapters by tapping into your unique strengths and resources. I invite you to live in the present, mindful of your body, aware of your thoughts, and attentive to your emotions; fully alive and present to your life. I firmly believe that as you become curious, bringing to awareness and embracing each part of yourself, that you will come to appreciate this journey called life that we share.
Your story is unique. I partner with you to reimagine that story of your past and work through the bits that continue to hold you back. We explore tools to craft future chapters by tapping into your unique strengths and resources. I invite you to live in the present, mindful of your body, aware of your thoughts, and attentive to your emotions; fully alive and present to your life. I firmly believe that as you become curious, bringing to awareness and embracing each part of yourself, that you will come to appreciate this journey called life that we share.
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Most of us have been there: spinning our wheels trying to outrun our past, struggling to get out of bed and make it through the day, internally crippling under the weight of just so many thoughts and expectations, struggling to just feel like yourself from one day to the next. If you’re tired of fighting these battles alone, I want to help. As a mental health therapist, my goal is to help clients overcome trauma, depression, anxiety, and mood disorders. My focus is on empowering the people I work with by focusing on your innate strengths and helping you grow the skills you need to heal.
Most of us have been there: spinning our wheels trying to outrun our past, struggling to get out of bed and make it through the day, internally crippling under the weight of just so many thoughts and expectations, struggling to just feel like yourself from one day to the next. If you’re tired of fighting these battles alone, I want to help. As a mental health therapist, my goal is to help clients overcome trauma, depression, anxiety, and mood disorders. My focus is on empowering the people I work with by focusing on your innate strengths and helping you grow the skills you need to heal.
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Dr. Tim K. Wallace
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC
Verified Verified
Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44223 (Online Only)
My ideal client needs help overcoming mental health or performance challenges. They may be uncertain about how therapy works or unaware that sports psychology exists, yet they are still interested in improving their well-being or performance. My ideal client is willing to participate actively, seeking awareness and a commitment to change. Being a self-professed blerd (black and a nerd), I can also connect with those willing to use characters like Batman, Black Panther, Spiderman, Wonder Woman, or any movie, television show, anime, video game, or piece of music that helps one reflect and try to embrace life uniquely.
My ideal client needs help overcoming mental health or performance challenges. They may be uncertain about how therapy works or unaware that sports psychology exists, yet they are still interested in improving their well-being or performance. My ideal client is willing to participate actively, seeking awareness and a commitment to change. Being a self-professed blerd (black and a nerd), I can also connect with those willing to use characters like Batman, Black Panther, Spiderman, Wonder Woman, or any movie, television show, anime, video game, or piece of music that helps one reflect and try to embrace life uniquely.
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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.