Male Therapists in Beaverton, OR
Michael works with individuals who are looking to gain insight into themselves and improve their quality of life. He seeks to understand each individual holistically, including their backgrounds and the strengths they already possess to provide an individualized approach. Michael believes that establishing a strong alliance with his clients is essential to getting the most out of therapy and creating lasting change. Through this alliance, he partners with his clients to explore and address thought and behavior patterns that serve as barriers to enjoying life fully.
Michael works with individuals who are looking to gain insight into themselves and improve their quality of life. He seeks to understand each individual holistically, including their backgrounds and the strengths they already possess to provide an individualized approach. Michael believes that establishing a strong alliance with his clients is essential to getting the most out of therapy and creating lasting change. Through this alliance, he partners with his clients to explore and address thought and behavior patterns that serve as barriers to enjoying life fully.
I work very collaboratively with my clients to find a balance between starting where you are and providing the support you need to move towards the goals you have in mind. I work with a variety of issues including learning to cope with depression, life transitions, improving relationships, and learning to cope with significant losses. I also specialize in treating anxiety/stress and substance abuse/dependence. In my experience, a match between a therapist and client is an important part of moving toward your goals. I find it helpful to talk briefly by phone about the concerns you want to address.
I work very collaboratively with my clients to find a balance between starting where you are and providing the support you need to move towards the goals you have in mind. I work with a variety of issues including learning to cope with depression, life transitions, improving relationships, and learning to cope with significant losses. I also specialize in treating anxiety/stress and substance abuse/dependence. In my experience, a match between a therapist and client is an important part of moving toward your goals. I find it helpful to talk briefly by phone about the concerns you want to address.
Although I have worked as a therapist/counselor for awhile, my focus during the past decade has been working with teens, young adults, and their families. These courageous humans have often sought guidance from anxiety and depression caused by various traumas, family or relationship stress, social isolation, or transition issues. I believe that our happiness is primarily based on how effectively we navigate our relationships (family, friends, love, work, community). Life presents us with frequent obstacles to our happiness that we sometimes need assistance resolving.
Although I have worked as a therapist/counselor for awhile, my focus during the past decade has been working with teens, young adults, and their families. These courageous humans have often sought guidance from anxiety and depression caused by various traumas, family or relationship stress, social isolation, or transition issues. I believe that our happiness is primarily based on how effectively we navigate our relationships (family, friends, love, work, community). Life presents us with frequent obstacles to our happiness that we sometimes need assistance resolving.
Abe H. Hatch
Counselor, Psy M, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Beaverton, OR 97008 (Online Only)
Abe is licensed in OR and WA specializing in working with individuals, adults, couples, and parents. He brings expertise in helping couples strengthen their emotional bonds and improve communication, using attachment-based approaches to foster deeper connections. Abe also supports parents in developing self-awareness and attunement to promote their children's emotional and developmental well-being, guided by the science of attachment (distinct from attachment parenting). In addition to his work with couples and parents, Abe treats individuals facing anxiety, depression, stress.
Abe is licensed in OR and WA specializing in working with individuals, adults, couples, and parents. He brings expertise in helping couples strengthen their emotional bonds and improve communication, using attachment-based approaches to foster deeper connections. Abe also supports parents in developing self-awareness and attunement to promote their children's emotional and developmental well-being, guided by the science of attachment (distinct from attachment parenting). In addition to his work with couples and parents, Abe treats individuals facing anxiety, depression, stress.
I focus on Men's mental health, gay or straight.
My belief is that we enter life with an inherent idea of who we are and what we want to accomplish. As we strive for acceptance, we cover ourselves in layers of others' expectations, eventually losing our ‘selves’ in the process. My desire is to help you strip away these layers to discover who you are at your core. We do this together by using feedback, intuitive healing, trauma informed therapy, dream work and active imagination. We do this by sitting with and listening to your stories of pain and unmet needs. We exchange heavier emotional layers with lighter ones until you can then stand in your own original brilliance.
I focus on Men's mental health, gay or straight.
My belief is that we enter life with an inherent idea of who we are and what we want to accomplish. As we strive for acceptance, we cover ourselves in layers of others' expectations, eventually losing our ‘selves’ in the process. My desire is to help you strip away these layers to discover who you are at your core. We do this together by using feedback, intuitive healing, trauma informed therapy, dream work and active imagination. We do this by sitting with and listening to your stories of pain and unmet needs. We exchange heavier emotional layers with lighter ones until you can then stand in your own original brilliance.
Collin Joseph Alteneder
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, QMHP, LMFT-A
Verified Verified
Beaverton, OR 97005
Hello I'm Collin, and I'm glad you stumbled upon my page. We might be a good match if you are a parent struggling with connecting, parenting, or understanding your child or if you are a couple struggling to maintain healthy communication with your partner, finding yourself frustrated in a seemingly never-ending cycle of conflict. We may also be a good fit if you are a teen, (or a teen's parent) fed up with how things are, struggling with connection, or just needing a safe place to vent and learn coping skills. Additionally, I offer individual therapy for a range of clients dealing with general issues, anxiety, depression, and trauma
Hello I'm Collin, and I'm glad you stumbled upon my page. We might be a good match if you are a parent struggling with connecting, parenting, or understanding your child or if you are a couple struggling to maintain healthy communication with your partner, finding yourself frustrated in a seemingly never-ending cycle of conflict. We may also be a good fit if you are a teen, (or a teen's parent) fed up with how things are, struggling with connection, or just needing a safe place to vent and learn coping skills. Additionally, I offer individual therapy for a range of clients dealing with general issues, anxiety, depression, and trauma
Clients want problems solved and expect that to occur soon. So I focus on the here and now and am active in making recommendations that bring about change as soon as possible. I use an outcome-focused approach and have over 40 years of professional experience as a counselor and trainer to bring you competent expertise. Treating individuals, couples and children with depression, anxiety, and traumas, are common complaints that respond well to my treatment.
Clients want problems solved and expect that to occur soon. So I focus on the here and now and am active in making recommendations that bring about change as soon as possible. I use an outcome-focused approach and have over 40 years of professional experience as a counselor and trainer to bring you competent expertise. Treating individuals, couples and children with depression, anxiety, and traumas, are common complaints that respond well to my treatment.
Calvin Myers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Beaverton, OR 97007 (Online Only)
Hello, I’m Calvin Myers, LCSW. I can help you manage depression, stress, anxiety, cope with addictions, and LGBTQ+ related issues all with trauma informed practices. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion.
Hello, I’m Calvin Myers, LCSW. I can help you manage depression, stress, anxiety, cope with addictions, and LGBTQ+ related issues all with trauma informed practices. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion.
Scott Eric Johnson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, SUDP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Beaverton, OR 97005
Seeking therapy is a significant step, and finding the right therapist can be challenging. My name is Scott Johnson, and I am a warm and caring therapist deeply committed to my client’s well-being. As a licensed marriage and family therapist in Washington State, I bring over 25 years of experience in the mental health field and community work.
Seeking therapy is a significant step, and finding the right therapist can be challenging. My name is Scott Johnson, and I am a warm and caring therapist deeply committed to my client’s well-being. As a licensed marriage and family therapist in Washington State, I bring over 25 years of experience in the mental health field and community work.
Rick Baumgartle
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CADC II
Verified Verified
Beaverton, OR 97005 (Online Only)
In the course of my counseling career I have never heard “The one thing in in life I really enjoy is struggling with my anxiety/depression/low self-esteem/trauma/etc…” Because, that would be silly. But that’s what many people do, just that, struggle, fight and put their time and energy into focusing on something that they would swear to anyone who would listen that they don’t like in the first place. You deserve to get unstuck, move forward, or past things that have been taking up far more time and space in your life then you want. I believe in working with people to help them focus their energy on the things that matter most.
In the course of my counseling career I have never heard “The one thing in in life I really enjoy is struggling with my anxiety/depression/low self-esteem/trauma/etc…” Because, that would be silly. But that’s what many people do, just that, struggle, fight and put their time and energy into focusing on something that they would swear to anyone who would listen that they don’t like in the first place. You deserve to get unstuck, move forward, or past things that have been taking up far more time and space in your life then you want. I believe in working with people to help them focus their energy on the things that matter most.
Neupathway (Louis Poeltl)
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC, SUDP
Verified Verified
Beaverton, OR 97005
Accepting New Patients, same week availability................................... Louis Poeltl Ed.S, NCC, C-DBT, LMHC, LPC is a clinical mental health counselor with over 15 years of experience providing therapeutic services to diverse populations, including children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. With a Master’s Degree in Mental Health Counseling and an Education Specialist Degree in Family Counseling, Louis is especially suited to incorporate clients’ familial and cultural backgrounds to uncover negative internalized beliefs that are holding back clients from living their best lives now.
Accepting New Patients, same week availability................................... Louis Poeltl Ed.S, NCC, C-DBT, LMHC, LPC is a clinical mental health counselor with over 15 years of experience providing therapeutic services to diverse populations, including children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. With a Master’s Degree in Mental Health Counseling and an Education Specialist Degree in Family Counseling, Louis is especially suited to incorporate clients’ familial and cultural backgrounds to uncover negative internalized beliefs that are holding back clients from living their best lives now.
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I believe we can change during any stage of life and I enjoy working with men and women from different walks of life and perspectives of faith.
Thank you for considering my services. I have helped people understand themselves and their significant others for 30 years. My approach is based on Christian and Psychoanalytic understandings of our humanity, our relationships and our trauma histories. Your emotional experiences and desires are key. I contribute a variety of skills and frameworks - but what makes therapy unique is the activation of a special kind of relationship...
I believe we can change during any stage of life and I enjoy working with men and women from different walks of life and perspectives of faith.
Thank you for considering my services. I have helped people understand themselves and their significant others for 30 years. My approach is based on Christian and Psychoanalytic understandings of our humanity, our relationships and our trauma histories. Your emotional experiences and desires are key. I contribute a variety of skills and frameworks - but what makes therapy unique is the activation of a special kind of relationship...
Paul J Peters
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, CSWA
Verified Verified
Beaverton, OR 97006 (Online Only)
As a dedicated clinician, I am committed to making a positive impact on the lives of patients and their families through exceptional healthcare. As a Black Male clinician I have seen the positive impact of impactful mental health care. If you are navigating troubled waters, please feel free to reach out for a consultation today. Contact info is available.
As a dedicated clinician, I am committed to making a positive impact on the lives of patients and their families through exceptional healthcare. As a Black Male clinician I have seen the positive impact of impactful mental health care. If you are navigating troubled waters, please feel free to reach out for a consultation today. Contact info is available.
Shane Fookes
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MDiv
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Beaverton, OR 97005
Waitlist for new clients
Life is full of transitions. Sometimes you choose the transition; often the transition is thrust upon you. However they happen, transitions can be disorienting and disruptive. Even good transitions can be difficult to navigate. They challenge you emotionally, physically, mentally, spiritually, and relationally. Yet, transitions also offer an opportunity to challenge old habits and start new ones. They provide fertile ground for growth, to become more fully who you were created to be. Maybe you're in a transition right now - or considering one - and you're looking for a skilled guide and an accepting environment to work it through.
Life is full of transitions. Sometimes you choose the transition; often the transition is thrust upon you. However they happen, transitions can be disorienting and disruptive. Even good transitions can be difficult to navigate. They challenge you emotionally, physically, mentally, spiritually, and relationally. Yet, transitions also offer an opportunity to challenge old habits and start new ones. They provide fertile ground for growth, to become more fully who you were created to be. Maybe you're in a transition right now - or considering one - and you're looking for a skilled guide and an accepting environment to work it through.
Theoretical Orientation: Cognitive Behavioral, Solutionfocused, Systems. Chris enjoys hiking and backpacking, gardening, churchrelated activities, watching baseball and playing golf.
Theoretical Orientation: Cognitive Behavioral, Solutionfocused, Systems. Chris enjoys hiking and backpacking, gardening, churchrelated activities, watching baseball and playing golf.
Joshua Beavers
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Beaverton, OR 97007 (Online Only)
Hi, I am Joshua Beavers, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), and I am excited to work alongside you! I completed a Master of Arts degree in Counseling Psychology from the University of Central Oklahoma in 2015. I have worked with clients in person at various mental health clinics and in a virtual environment since 2015. My focus in sessions is to help clients learn to regulate their emotions, cope with stress, improve relationships, and build a foundation of skills that will help them with long-term success. I'm always excited to see them recognize the positive changes that can come from meeting with a counselor.
Hi, I am Joshua Beavers, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), and I am excited to work alongside you! I completed a Master of Arts degree in Counseling Psychology from the University of Central Oklahoma in 2015. I have worked with clients in person at various mental health clinics and in a virtual environment since 2015. My focus in sessions is to help clients learn to regulate their emotions, cope with stress, improve relationships, and build a foundation of skills that will help them with long-term success. I'm always excited to see them recognize the positive changes that can come from meeting with a counselor.
Andrew Drwenski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Beaverton, OR 97003
Waitlist for new clients
I enjoy working with people from all walks of life. I'm here to help you (and your family) live the best possible life. I'm ready to work hard with you to adjust to change, cope with trauma, build coping skills around depression, anxiety, and help you see yourself in a more compassionate light. I offer in person sessions on Fridays as well as Telehealth to best meet you where you are.
I enjoy working with people from all walks of life. I'm here to help you (and your family) live the best possible life. I'm ready to work hard with you to adjust to change, cope with trauma, build coping skills around depression, anxiety, and help you see yourself in a more compassionate light. I offer in person sessions on Fridays as well as Telehealth to best meet you where you are.
Nick Ward
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CADCIII, MAC
Verified Verified
Beaverton, OR 97078 (Online Only)
I also provide grief and loss counseling primarily for men and trauma therapy for any seeking healing.
*CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS* “Forces beyond your control can take away everything you possess except one thing, your freedom to choose how you will respond to the situation.” Victor Frankl. In this world of chaos I provide compassion, care and strategies for managing the confusion of today’s culture.
I also provide grief and loss counseling primarily for men and trauma therapy for any seeking healing.
*CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS* “Forces beyond your control can take away everything you possess except one thing, your freedom to choose how you will respond to the situation.” Victor Frankl. In this world of chaos I provide compassion, care and strategies for managing the confusion of today’s culture.
George Poliszuk
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Beaverton, OR 97005
When therapy is conducted in a warm and non-judgmental environment, and an individual, couple, or a family feels safe and understood, it can be incredibly powerful in providing healing and growth from life's difficult past experiences as well as current challenges. As a strengths-based and client-centered LMFT, I work to create a safe place where a client's existing internal strengths are explored and they are able to create goals that build towards healing, growth, awareness, and positive change.
When therapy is conducted in a warm and non-judgmental environment, and an individual, couple, or a family feels safe and understood, it can be incredibly powerful in providing healing and growth from life's difficult past experiences as well as current challenges. As a strengths-based and client-centered LMFT, I work to create a safe place where a client's existing internal strengths are explored and they are able to create goals that build towards healing, growth, awareness, and positive change.
Kenneth Jones
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Beaverton, OR 97007 (Online Only)
Hello, my name is Scott Jones and I am a licensed professional counselor. While I enjoy working with many different populations, I specifically find the challenge of working with dually diagnosed individuals to be the most rewarding.
Hello, my name is Scott Jones and I am a licensed professional counselor. While I enjoy working with many different populations, I specifically find the challenge of working with dually diagnosed individuals to be the most rewarding.
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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.