Male Therapists in Portsmouth, Portland, OR
I focus primarily on psychotherapy and offer some limited medication management.
My primary focus is relational psychotherapy. My approach resonates with clients who are curious about themselves and others, who want to cultivate deeper and more intimate relationships and who are open to exploring frameworks of mental health beyond the medical model and psychiatry. When I do guide clients through the confusing landscape of medications I rely on the philosophy that medications are tools to ease suffering not cure it. I believe the hu man baseline state is confident, compassionate and creative. Though sometimes we lose touch with these for life's inevitable hardships, we all have the capacity to return.
I focus primarily on psychotherapy and offer some limited medication management.
My primary focus is relational psychotherapy. My approach resonates with clients who are curious about themselves and others, who want to cultivate deeper and more intimate relationships and who are open to exploring frameworks of mental health beyond the medical model and psychiatry. When I do guide clients through the confusing landscape of medications I rely on the philosophy that medications are tools to ease suffering not cure it. I believe the hu man baseline state is confident, compassionate and creative. Though sometimes we lose touch with these for life's inevitable hardships, we all have the capacity to return.
Robert C Woods
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Portsmouth, Portland, OR 97203
As an experienced therapist I work to create a warm, non-judgmental atmosphere for you to explore important issues in your life. Through a safe and compassionate environment we can address painful patterns that prevent you from living a fuller life and build positive inner resources that empower you to find more joy. The therapy relationship can provide solace and support in difficult times helping you to remember and access your own innate wisdom.
As an experienced therapist I work to create a warm, non-judgmental atmosphere for you to explore important issues in your life. Through a safe and compassionate environment we can address painful patterns that prevent you from living a fuller life and build positive inner resources that empower you to find more joy. The therapy relationship can provide solace and support in difficult times helping you to remember and access your own innate wisdom.
Stephen Arnold
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portsmouth, Portland, OR 97203 (Online Only)
I have worked with people facing severe mental illness, serious health issues, trauma, and substance use, incarcerated young men, and transsexual and gender non-binary adults.
What I offer you: Companionship through a hard time, Social/emotional skills, Insights that can help change thoughts and feelings. How do I do this? With online counseling/psychotherapy: Actively listening to you, Reviewing events in your life, Helping you learn new ways to address situations. Techniques I use: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy - mindfully acting from values, Internal Family Systems - harmonious, non-judgmental internal conversations, Narrative Therapy - changing your stories in order to move forward, Trauma Informed Therapy - changing the relationship with your traumas.
I have worked with people facing severe mental illness, serious health issues, trauma, and substance use, incarcerated young men, and transsexual and gender non-binary adults.
What I offer you: Companionship through a hard time, Social/emotional skills, Insights that can help change thoughts and feelings. How do I do this? With online counseling/psychotherapy: Actively listening to you, Reviewing events in your life, Helping you learn new ways to address situations. Techniques I use: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy - mindfully acting from values, Internal Family Systems - harmonious, non-judgmental internal conversations, Narrative Therapy - changing your stories in order to move forward, Trauma Informed Therapy - changing the relationship with your traumas.
Thomas Fuller, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, (Ca)
Verified Verified
Portsmouth, Portland, OR 97203
You may have worked your issues for a few years, or 10 or more: you’ve started to heal the childhood trauma and you’re experiencing a pretty good sense of stability in your life. But you’re ready for another round of work. Some things are pulling at you or prodding you and you’d like to get some guidance in taking the next step towards waking up in your deeper parts. Perhaps you’d like support in stepping out of the culture of blame that is so rampant right now. Maybe you’d like some help in bringing more kindness and generosity into your relationships and the world. You are wanting to be doing more of what you took birth to do.
You may have worked your issues for a few years, or 10 or more: you’ve started to heal the childhood trauma and you’re experiencing a pretty good sense of stability in your life. But you’re ready for another round of work. Some things are pulling at you or prodding you and you’d like to get some guidance in taking the next step towards waking up in your deeper parts. Perhaps you’d like support in stepping out of the culture of blame that is so rampant right now. Maybe you’d like some help in bringing more kindness and generosity into your relationships and the world. You are wanting to be doing more of what you took birth to do.
Somen Maiti
Professional Counselor Associate
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Portsmouth, Portland, OR 97203 (Online Only)
Everyone has unique and individual mental health needs and I enjoy taking on a collaborative approach to help clients work through their therapy goals in a safe, nonjudgmental environment. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Polyvagal-Informed Therapy to help my clients restructure their erroneous beliefs and encourage cognitive flexibility and mindfulness. I welcome clients from all walks and stages of life and believe my clients are experts on themselves, offering invaluable insight into how they'd like to approach their needs and goals.
Everyone has unique and individual mental health needs and I enjoy taking on a collaborative approach to help clients work through their therapy goals in a safe, nonjudgmental environment. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Polyvagal-Informed Therapy to help my clients restructure their erroneous beliefs and encourage cognitive flexibility and mindfulness. I welcome clients from all walks and stages of life and believe my clients are experts on themselves, offering invaluable insight into how they'd like to approach their needs and goals.
Darren Hunt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW, CADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portsmouth, Portland, OR 97203
I can be of service to all people, including those with the following challenges: anger, anxiety, boundaries, codependency, couples counseling, grief, life stress, men's issues, stress management, relationship issues, substance use, and trauma.
I currently have a waitlist. Hello, my name is Darren (he/him). I provide counseling to individuals & couples. I have worked in the mental health field for fourteen years and have been a counselor for over five years. I strive to provide an environment that is authentic, non-judgmental, warm, and collaborative. I subscribe to a hu manistic approach to working therapeutically, meeting people where they are in the moment and building a strong alliance. Using modalities with ACT-informed skills and DBT-informed skills.
I can be of service to all people, including those with the following challenges: anger, anxiety, boundaries, codependency, couples counseling, grief, life stress, men's issues, stress management, relationship issues, substance use, and trauma.
I currently have a waitlist. Hello, my name is Darren (he/him). I provide counseling to individuals & couples. I have worked in the mental health field for fourteen years and have been a counselor for over five years. I strive to provide an environment that is authentic, non-judgmental, warm, and collaborative. I subscribe to a hu manistic approach to working therapeutically, meeting people where they are in the moment and building a strong alliance. Using modalities with ACT-informed skills and DBT-informed skills.
Within our sorrows and fears is the strength needed to overcome our challenges. Hidden in the tone of your voice, in your casual movements, you are constantly leaving yourself clues to guide you. You and I will seek them together. My approach focuses on the whole experience of health through practical methods, grounded in knowledge of cultural diversity. With personalized treatment and assessment, I offer therapy for sustainable change. I also provide testing for personality functioning, cognitive abilities and learning problems. My forensic work for courts focuses on child custody and parenting time evaluations.
Within our sorrows and fears is the strength needed to overcome our challenges. Hidden in the tone of your voice, in your casual movements, you are constantly leaving yourself clues to guide you. You and I will seek them together. My approach focuses on the whole experience of health through practical methods, grounded in knowledge of cultural diversity. With personalized treatment and assessment, I offer therapy for sustainable change. I also provide testing for personality functioning, cognitive abilities and learning problems. My forensic work for courts focuses on child custody and parenting time evaluations.
Dr. Anson L Service
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, PsyD, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portsmouth, Portland, OR 97203
Specializing in ADHD and Autism assessment, especially being able to recognize ASD and ADHD in adults, Dr. Anson Service and his team are expert in the area of Autism and ADHD with short wait times. With over 13 years of experience working professionally with neurodivergent individuals, he and his team are committed to treating clients with unconditional positive regard, and respect to get to the source of the issues quickly. No judgement. No "know-it-all-ism". No weirdness. Our assessments are designed to be brief and thorough, without anxiety or fear. We get it.
Specializing in ADHD and Autism assessment, especially being able to recognize ASD and ADHD in adults, Dr. Anson Service and his team are expert in the area of Autism and ADHD with short wait times. With over 13 years of experience working professionally with neurodivergent individuals, he and his team are committed to treating clients with unconditional positive regard, and respect to get to the source of the issues quickly. No judgement. No "know-it-all-ism". No weirdness. Our assessments are designed to be brief and thorough, without anxiety or fear. We get it.
John Johnston
Professional Counselor Associate, MS, LPC-A
Verified Verified
Portsmouth, Portland, OR 97203
Currently accepting new clients! I believe in creating a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment to allow for an individual to explore, address, and heal. I value the counseling relationship and trust that occurs within the counseling room. I wholeheartedly believe in the individual's capacity to heal and come from a hu manistic perspective that places emphasis on the individual to gain empowerment and heal from life's challenges. I utilize trauma informed, person centered, culturally informed techniques and I am committed to traveling on the client’s journey.
Currently accepting new clients! I believe in creating a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment to allow for an individual to explore, address, and heal. I value the counseling relationship and trust that occurs within the counseling room. I wholeheartedly believe in the individual's capacity to heal and come from a hu manistic perspective that places emphasis on the individual to gain empowerment and heal from life's challenges. I utilize trauma informed, person centered, culturally informed techniques and I am committed to traveling on the client’s journey.
Peaceful Rest Theraputic Center
Pre-Licensed Professional, BS, MS
Verified Verified
Portsmouth, Portland, OR 97203 (Online Only)
I believe in the dignity of hu manity and I also believe that all people should be treated with honor and respect.
I received my Bachelors of Science in Counseling as an undergraduate and went on to receive my Masters of Science in Counseling and Clinical Mental Health. I have 25 years of experience, 2 of which were done in the clinical setting, and I have helped individuals come into a place of spiritual, mental, and physical rest through an approach to counseling that encompasses the whole person; mind, body, and spirit.
I believe in the dignity of hu manity and I also believe that all people should be treated with honor and respect.
I received my Bachelors of Science in Counseling as an undergraduate and went on to receive my Masters of Science in Counseling and Clinical Mental Health. I have 25 years of experience, 2 of which were done in the clinical setting, and I have helped individuals come into a place of spiritual, mental, and physical rest through an approach to counseling that encompasses the whole person; mind, body, and spirit.
Many people come to counseling unaware of what to expect. For many it is the unknown that is terrifying, or for others, confronting difficult patterns in their life. Whatever the case may be, know that whatever you have been dealing with, you have been doing the best that you can up until now. As you enter into therapy, know that the strengths that you have utilized up until this point are still important. We will build on these strengths together and identify what obstacles lie in your path. I come to this work with an open mind and with a diverse array of skills ready to meet you wherever you may be on your journey.
Many people come to counseling unaware of what to expect. For many it is the unknown that is terrifying, or for others, confronting difficult patterns in their life. Whatever the case may be, know that whatever you have been dealing with, you have been doing the best that you can up until now. As you enter into therapy, know that the strengths that you have utilized up until this point are still important. We will build on these strengths together and identify what obstacles lie in your path. I come to this work with an open mind and with a diverse array of skills ready to meet you wherever you may be on your journey.
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Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CGACII
Verified Verified
Portsmouth, Portland, OR 97203
Life can leave you feeling lonely, anxious, and depressed. But you don’t need to stay there. I invite you to inquire within. It's time to reconnect with the wisdom within you. Your body carries information that you haven't tapped into or perhaps don't yet have access to. I'm here to help you realize that the answers are already there. We might just need to shine some light on the shadows (things that have been to hard to look at). Acknowledging and integrating those parts that have been ignored or tucked away can lead to more authentic ways of showing up in your relationships with yourself, with others, and with the planet.
Life can leave you feeling lonely, anxious, and depressed. But you don’t need to stay there. I invite you to inquire within. It's time to reconnect with the wisdom within you. Your body carries information that you haven't tapped into or perhaps don't yet have access to. I'm here to help you realize that the answers are already there. We might just need to shine some light on the shadows (things that have been to hard to look at). Acknowledging and integrating those parts that have been ignored or tucked away can lead to more authentic ways of showing up in your relationships with yourself, with others, and with the planet.
Curtis A White
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Portsmouth, Portland, OR 97203 (Online Only)
We all have experiences of feeling stagnant, imbalanced or disconnected and the path forward can be paved with unsettling uncertainty as you venture into new directions. This can feel like a difficult and isolating journey; yet It is in those instances where we are our most creative and resilient selves. We often underestimate our own strengths and magnify our fears and anxiety, forcing ourselves to limit choices in life and closing ourselves off to change. When we gain new insight into ourselves and how we connect to the world, we can find new ways to find the next step towards a more authentic life and connection to loved ones.
We all have experiences of feeling stagnant, imbalanced or disconnected and the path forward can be paved with unsettling uncertainty as you venture into new directions. This can feel like a difficult and isolating journey; yet It is in those instances where we are our most creative and resilient selves. We often underestimate our own strengths and magnify our fears and anxiety, forcing ourselves to limit choices in life and closing ourselves off to change. When we gain new insight into ourselves and how we connect to the world, we can find new ways to find the next step towards a more authentic life and connection to loved ones.
Jonathan Scarboro
Counselor, MS, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Portsmouth, Portland, OR 97203
Not accepting new clients
Working with me is slow, painful and expensive :) We work to peel back the layers covering your authentic self, learn ways to more fully embody your values, and, in time, foster deeper relationships with your community, partner(s), and yourself.
Working with me is slow, painful and expensive :) We work to peel back the layers covering your authentic self, learn ways to more fully embody your values, and, in time, foster deeper relationships with your community, partner(s), and yourself.
Forrest Merrill
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Portsmouth, Portland, OR 97203
Not accepting new clients
To help with this I integrate many therapy approaches, including Psychodynamic, Emotion Focused, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Multicultural approaches, and Attachment and Systems Theories.
***NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS*** I work with adults and couples from diverse backgrounds. Using a collaborative, relational approach I help you with your struggles with anxiety, grief, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, multicultural identity concerns, and life transitions. The foundation of my approach focuses on developing a shared understanding of your current struggles and how personal, relational, familial, and cultural experiences help shape your unique life circumstances. While doing this I help you expand and enrich your ability to cope so that you may be more empowered to generate change in your life.
To help with this I integrate many therapy approaches, including Psychodynamic, Emotion Focused, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Multicultural approaches, and Attachment and Systems Theories.
***NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS*** I work with adults and couples from diverse backgrounds. Using a collaborative, relational approach I help you with your struggles with anxiety, grief, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, multicultural identity concerns, and life transitions. The foundation of my approach focuses on developing a shared understanding of your current struggles and how personal, relational, familial, and cultural experiences help shape your unique life circumstances. While doing this I help you expand and enrich your ability to cope so that you may be more empowered to generate change in your life.
Graham Borgman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Portsmouth, Portland, OR 97203
Not accepting new clients
As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I work well with individuals who are curious about their own minds and emotions. Individuals who can benefit from working with me are those who wish to understand and move through their suffering, as well as to enjoy the vitality that the healing process can bring. Reasons for seeking therapy which I work well with include: Anxiety & stress, Depression, Trauma, Grief, Relationship issues, Existential concerns, Difficulty with self-expression, Feelings of guilt & shame, Self criticism & self-esteem issues, Anger issues, Life transitions, Many more: just ask!
As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I work well with individuals who are curious about their own minds and emotions. Individuals who can benefit from working with me are those who wish to understand and move through their suffering, as well as to enjoy the vitality that the healing process can bring. Reasons for seeking therapy which I work well with include: Anxiety & stress, Depression, Trauma, Grief, Relationship issues, Existential concerns, Difficulty with self-expression, Feelings of guilt & shame, Self criticism & self-esteem issues, Anger issues, Life transitions, Many more: just ask!
Matthew J Lucas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Portsmouth, Portland, OR 97203
Not accepting new clients
If you experience: shifts in relationships (family/ partner), feelings of anxiousness, or depression, let us work together to find ways to manage the complexities of life and relationships.
Let's take the time to talk about what gets in your way. Together we will identify roadblocks, examine patterns, and reauthor a story that aligns with a new vision. Change creation does not have to be limited by your past experiences or future fears. Change happens with compassion and support. Using connection as a foundation for courage. We will have an open, honest, empathic, and nonjudgmental exchange of stories.
If you experience: shifts in relationships (family/ partner), feelings of anxiousness, or depression, let us work together to find ways to manage the complexities of life and relationships.
Let's take the time to talk about what gets in your way. Together we will identify roadblocks, examine patterns, and reauthor a story that aligns with a new vision. Change creation does not have to be limited by your past experiences or future fears. Change happens with compassion and support. Using connection as a foundation for courage. We will have an open, honest, empathic, and nonjudgmental exchange of stories.
Jason Loverti
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portsmouth, Portland, OR 97203
Not accepting new clients
My approach is integrative, with postgraduate training in Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Depth psychology and Gott man Couples work.
My approach to therapy is based on making an empathetic connection, promoting awareness and relational growth. I have a holistic perspective, believing we are our own best resource for growth and healing. I am skilled at providing an open and compassionate space in which to connect with what is most important to you. For therapy to be meaningful and therefore useful, I have found techniques less important. Instead, I emphasize skillful use of the therapy relationship to work deeply with a wide range of issues, challenges and presentations - honoring diversity in my work with people, ideas and identities.
My approach is integrative, with postgraduate training in Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Depth psychology and Gott man Couples work.
My approach to therapy is based on making an empathetic connection, promoting awareness and relational growth. I have a holistic perspective, believing we are our own best resource for growth and healing. I am skilled at providing an open and compassionate space in which to connect with what is most important to you. For therapy to be meaningful and therefore useful, I have found techniques less important. Instead, I emphasize skillful use of the therapy relationship to work deeply with a wide range of issues, challenges and presentations - honoring diversity in my work with people, ideas and identities.
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Families are at the heart of every society, which starts as couples, who in and of themselves are unique individuals. In this life, we all will have challenges. No one (and no family or couple) is perfect, and sometimes we all need help. The ideal client is brave enough to consider that they may want or need help. It takes courage to ask for help, which doesn't make them weak - it makes them bright. The ideal client loves themselves and those in their life enough to be their best. The good news is that you don't have to try and do this alone. Let me help. Personal, private, and tailored to your needs service.
Families are at the heart of every society, which starts as couples, who in and of themselves are unique individuals. In this life, we all will have challenges. No one (and no family or couple) is perfect, and sometimes we all need help. The ideal client is brave enough to consider that they may want or need help. It takes courage to ask for help, which doesn't make them weak - it makes them bright. The ideal client loves themselves and those in their life enough to be their best. The good news is that you don't have to try and do this alone. Let me help. Personal, private, and tailored to your needs service.
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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.