Male Therapists in Nashville, TN

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Cole Bankston
Pre-Licensed Professional, MMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37205
My ideal clients are those seeking deeper meaning and healing in their lives. I specialize in addressing religious trauma, ADHD personality disorders, guiding clients toward emotional regulation and mindfulness. My therapeutic approach is compassionate and inclusive, offering a safe space for all individuals, including those from the LGBTQ community. Together, we'll work towards understanding and fulfilling your needs and goals, empowering you to lead a more balanced and meaningful life.
My ideal clients are those seeking deeper meaning and healing in their lives. I specialize in addressing religious trauma, ADHD personality disorders, guiding clients toward emotional regulation and mindfulness. My therapeutic approach is compassionate and inclusive, offering a safe space for all individuals, including those from the LGBTQ community. Together, we'll work towards understanding and fulfilling your needs and goals, empowering you to lead a more balanced and meaningful life.
(615) 200-6995 View (615) 200-6995
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Robert DeSalvo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Nashville, TN 37212
Is this you: "I'm tired of feeling stuck". I can help with that. It requires courage to change and making the decision to pursue counseling is one of the bravest steps you can take. Keeping that in mind, I feel honored to assist you in taking that step. I have extensive experience working with adults on a wide range of issues and I welcome diversity in my clients. I believe in providing a warm, supportive, judgement free environment for the therapy process, and I use a variety of therapeutic approaches based on your specific needs.
Is this you: "I'm tired of feeling stuck". I can help with that. It requires courage to change and making the decision to pursue counseling is one of the bravest steps you can take. Keeping that in mind, I feel honored to assist you in taking that step. I have extensive experience working with adults on a wide range of issues and I welcome diversity in my clients. I believe in providing a warm, supportive, judgement free environment for the therapy process, and I use a variety of therapeutic approaches based on your specific needs.
(615) 671-4269 View (615) 671-4269
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Cody Beatus
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37203
As a post-master’s therapist at Nashville Center for Trauma and Psychotherapy, my goal is to establish a relationship with you based on warmth, acceptance, and understanding that provides you a safe place in which to explore your life and begin to heal. I take a holistic, trauma-informed, integrative approach to counseling that is firmly rooted in a person-centered perspective. I see my clients as being experts on themselves, and I am honored to be a part of their journey. I seek to tailor my work with each client to fit each client’s individual needs.
As a post-master’s therapist at Nashville Center for Trauma and Psychotherapy, my goal is to establish a relationship with you based on warmth, acceptance, and understanding that provides you a safe place in which to explore your life and begin to heal. I take a holistic, trauma-informed, integrative approach to counseling that is firmly rooted in a person-centered perspective. I see my clients as being experts on themselves, and I am honored to be a part of their journey. I seek to tailor my work with each client to fit each client’s individual needs.
(615) 461-4771 View (615) 461-4771
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Kevin Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Nashville, TN 37214
I believe that you have the ability to achieve fulfilling life goals and to make healthy life choices for yourself. As a mental health therapist, my job is to be the tool to assist you in the decision-making process and to achieve those goals. I have worked across all levels of care - from outpatient therapy services all the way up to psychiatric hospitals - while treating a variety of issues for teens and adults.
I believe that you have the ability to achieve fulfilling life goals and to make healthy life choices for yourself. As a mental health therapist, my job is to be the tool to assist you in the decision-making process and to achieve those goals. I have worked across all levels of care - from outpatient therapy services all the way up to psychiatric hospitals - while treating a variety of issues for teens and adults.
(615) 802-5798 View (615) 802-5798
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Christopher Harris
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Nashville, TN 37215
I help my clients examine patterns of thought and emotion which perpetuate unwanted behaviors and life circumstances. As we uncover the blocks that operate below conscious awareness, we open up new possibilities for living a better life. My clients walk away from sessions feeling heard, validated, understood, and empowered to take responsibility for effecting meaningful and lasting change in their lives.
I help my clients examine patterns of thought and emotion which perpetuate unwanted behaviors and life circumstances. As we uncover the blocks that operate below conscious awareness, we open up new possibilities for living a better life. My clients walk away from sessions feeling heard, validated, understood, and empowered to take responsibility for effecting meaningful and lasting change in their lives.
(629) 269-9974 View (629) 269-9974
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Paul Jamison
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
Nashville, TN 37209  (Online Only)
Are intrusive thoughts getting to you? I would be honored to help! I specialize in treating all themes of OCD and anxiety (social anxiety, health anxiety, panic, driving anxiety, phobia's) as well as other OC spectrum disorders such as skin picking and hair pulling.
Are intrusive thoughts getting to you? I would be honored to help! I specialize in treating all themes of OCD and anxiety (social anxiety, health anxiety, panic, driving anxiety, phobia's) as well as other OC spectrum disorders such as skin picking and hair pulling.
(629) 299-2214 View (629) 299-2214
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Matt Dean
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37220
If you are looking for therapy that is tailored to helping men with their mental health, I might just be the right fit. It may be that your ADHD, anxiety or depression is in control of your life and making it difficult to complete simple tasks during the day. Your relationships don’t seem to work out. You lose control of your anger, driving others away, ultimately leaving you full of shame and alone. Or you have harmful emotions and/or behaviors that are running your life. I work exclusively with men to help them address the issues unique to them in order to achieve emotional maturity and lead full lives.
If you are looking for therapy that is tailored to helping men with their mental health, I might just be the right fit. It may be that your ADHD, anxiety or depression is in control of your life and making it difficult to complete simple tasks during the day. Your relationships don’t seem to work out. You lose control of your anger, driving others away, ultimately leaving you full of shame and alone. Or you have harmful emotions and/or behaviors that are running your life. I work exclusively with men to help them address the issues unique to them in order to achieve emotional maturity and lead full lives.
(615) 334-0122 View (615) 334-0122
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Mart Sesler
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37216
Approaching the messy, imperfect parts of our hu manness isn't easy.
Within each of us is an innate desire to be deeply known; to share our story; to be fully seen by another. It is in this vulnerable space where we experience acceptance; belonging; intimate connection. When our lived experiences hold unaddressed narratives of neglect, abuse, abandonment, rigid intolerance or profound loss, the natural longing for connection can become distorted or overridden. What emerges from our understandable aversion to risk and rejection is the imperative to channel all our energy towards managing or keeping hidden the unacceptable parts of ourselves and our story. If this resonates, you are not alone.
Approaching the messy, imperfect parts of our hu manness isn't easy.
Within each of us is an innate desire to be deeply known; to share our story; to be fully seen by another. It is in this vulnerable space where we experience acceptance; belonging; intimate connection. When our lived experiences hold unaddressed narratives of neglect, abuse, abandonment, rigid intolerance or profound loss, the natural longing for connection can become distorted or overridden. What emerges from our understandable aversion to risk and rejection is the imperative to channel all our energy towards managing or keeping hidden the unacceptable parts of ourselves and our story. If this resonates, you are not alone.
(615) 933-9222 View (615) 933-9222
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Sean Coyle
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37207
I help clients struggling with anxiety, depression, relationships, PTSD/trauma, motivation & life adjustments. It is not uncommon to find ourselves stuck or overwhelmed. We've often learned to neglect ourselves, our needs, and feel unable to call upon others when we need help. Many of us battle with feelings of shame and speak to ourselves in a critical voice. I believe this often comes from a place of wounding from our past that drives us further away from our true, authentic self. When we can learn how to care for ourselves in the way we needed in the past, we can shift our beliefs of ourselves and who we are in relation to others
I help clients struggling with anxiety, depression, relationships, PTSD/trauma, motivation & life adjustments. It is not uncommon to find ourselves stuck or overwhelmed. We've often learned to neglect ourselves, our needs, and feel unable to call upon others when we need help. Many of us battle with feelings of shame and speak to ourselves in a critical voice. I believe this often comes from a place of wounding from our past that drives us further away from our true, authentic self. When we can learn how to care for ourselves in the way we needed in the past, we can shift our beliefs of ourselves and who we are in relation to others
(615) 576-3751 View (615) 576-3751
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Stephen Navyac
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37212
I work with individuals and couples and families who seek to improve their communication, intimacy and overall health in their own lives and relationships. I offer respectful, non-shaming, honest and insightful help for interacting with others in ro mantic, social and work environments. I have compassion, wisdom and insights for those that have experienced trauma, addiction, blurred boundaries and all levels (too much, or lack) of emotions in their upbringing, and current life situations and relationships. Life can be stressful, I offer tools and insights to help you navigate challenges.
I work with individuals and couples and families who seek to improve their communication, intimacy and overall health in their own lives and relationships. I offer respectful, non-shaming, honest and insightful help for interacting with others in ro mantic, social and work environments. I have compassion, wisdom and insights for those that have experienced trauma, addiction, blurred boundaries and all levels (too much, or lack) of emotions in their upbringing, and current life situations and relationships. Life can be stressful, I offer tools and insights to help you navigate challenges.
(615) 392-3273 View (615) 392-3273
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Tom Wasik
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MFA, LCSW
Verified Verified
Nashville, TN 37206
I believe in the potential of transformation, whether it's exploring a sober lifestyle, managing recurrent depression and/or anxiety, or coming to terms with one's unique purpose in life. Awareness is key to change.
I believe in the potential of transformation, whether it's exploring a sober lifestyle, managing recurrent depression and/or anxiety, or coming to terms with one's unique purpose in life. Awareness is key to change.
(615) 378-2171 View (615) 378-2171
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Matt Mills
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, MHSP, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37212
Waitlist for new clients
I offer individual and family therapy for adolescents to adults, the LGBTQ+ population, men, folks with depression, and anxiety.
If you’re wrestling with anger, sadness, or anxiety, you are not alone. Perhaps your personal or professional life suffers as a result. Lost in our minds, we struggle with how to manage tough emotions and how to find small joys. Together, we will work to recapture your control, passion for life, and take steps towards growth -- helping you to be fully present for self and others. Through in person or telehealth sessions, I’m here to offer reflection and support.
I offer individual and family therapy for adolescents to adults, the LGBTQ+ population, men, folks with depression, and anxiety.
If you’re wrestling with anger, sadness, or anxiety, you are not alone. Perhaps your personal or professional life suffers as a result. Lost in our minds, we struggle with how to manage tough emotions and how to find small joys. Together, we will work to recapture your control, passion for life, and take steps towards growth -- helping you to be fully present for self and others. Through in person or telehealth sessions, I’m here to offer reflection and support.
(615) 285-5771 View (615) 285-5771
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Hampton Howell
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Nashville, TN 37230  (Online Only)
Address personal or partner difficulties in communication. Any sexuality issues? Trouble with awareness, focusing, sleeping? Interference from depression or anxiety? Where is it you, where the other? Want to relate more fully with your and their whole self--or to leave? Possible lifestyle or sexual orientation questions? Reimagine yourself after divorce, an affair or lost love. Consider a midcourse correction what you want from your life now, & rethink your current values & strengths. What to change? Which of your existing strengths to fine-tune now? What you share stays confidential, respected and nurtured.
Address personal or partner difficulties in communication. Any sexuality issues? Trouble with awareness, focusing, sleeping? Interference from depression or anxiety? Where is it you, where the other? Want to relate more fully with your and their whole self--or to leave? Possible lifestyle or sexual orientation questions? Reimagine yourself after divorce, an affair or lost love. Consider a midcourse correction what you want from your life now, & rethink your current values & strengths. What to change? Which of your existing strengths to fine-tune now? What you share stays confidential, respected and nurtured.
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Kevin Khye
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37204
Hi! I'm Kevin- your mindful therapist for the LGBTQIA+ community, trauma survivors, and those battling the twists and turns of anxiety and depression. I think of therapy like gardening. Taming the overgrowth of ignored emotions, tending to the roots of your experiences, and pruning away what no longer serves you. I am here to support you as you hone your green thumb for personal growth. It takes work and sometimes is uncomfortable. But thankfully discomfort leads to growth. Together, we'll meet that discomfort in a different way to cultivate an inner landscape where you can flourish.
Hi! I'm Kevin- your mindful therapist for the LGBTQIA+ community, trauma survivors, and those battling the twists and turns of anxiety and depression. I think of therapy like gardening. Taming the overgrowth of ignored emotions, tending to the roots of your experiences, and pruning away what no longer serves you. I am here to support you as you hone your green thumb for personal growth. It takes work and sometimes is uncomfortable. But thankfully discomfort leads to growth. Together, we'll meet that discomfort in a different way to cultivate an inner landscape where you can flourish.
(615) 492-2712 View (615) 492-2712
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Avi Dressler
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Nashville, TN 37203
I believe that people are naturally oriented towards growth, but life’s challenges can cause you to lose your sense of direction and well-being. It can be difficult to find the way back to your path. At the heart of my approach to psychotherapy is a belief that everyone deserves genuine care, respect, empathy, and compassion. I strive to create an environment that is inclusive, free from judgment, and responsive to each person’s feelings and needs.
I believe that people are naturally oriented towards growth, but life’s challenges can cause you to lose your sense of direction and well-being. It can be difficult to find the way back to your path. At the heart of my approach to psychotherapy is a belief that everyone deserves genuine care, respect, empathy, and compassion. I strive to create an environment that is inclusive, free from judgment, and responsive to each person’s feelings and needs.
(615) 219-4843 View (615) 219-4843
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Carter Montgomery
Pre-Licensed Professional, MMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37203
In life, we are going to face difficulties, and sometimes these difficulties weigh us down and leave us unable to see many paths forward. Therapy can shine a light into this dark place, helping people see that change is possible. It provides a process for clients to overcome these difficulties and reclaim a positive identity, hope, and self-empowerment.
In life, we are going to face difficulties, and sometimes these difficulties weigh us down and leave us unable to see many paths forward. Therapy can shine a light into this dark place, helping people see that change is possible. It provides a process for clients to overcome these difficulties and reclaim a positive identity, hope, and self-empowerment.
(615) 709-5853 View (615) 709-5853
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Brandon D. Macon
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37204
So many of us believe that we can solve our problems on your own, sometimes we can.
I accept Cigna and Aetna insurances. I offer a sliding scale fee ranging as low as $60. I wish to challenge certain stereotypes around mental health and invite anyone, regardless of their race and/or gender to reach out for psychological services if needed. I work with clients demonstrating a range of mental health concerns, including: anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, mood and personality disorders, life transitions and stress. My preference of clients is not limited to their race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation, but their devotion to their own mental well being.
So many of us believe that we can solve our problems on your own, sometimes we can.
I accept Cigna and Aetna insurances. I offer a sliding scale fee ranging as low as $60. I wish to challenge certain stereotypes around mental health and invite anyone, regardless of their race and/or gender to reach out for psychological services if needed. I work with clients demonstrating a range of mental health concerns, including: anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, mood and personality disorders, life transitions and stress. My preference of clients is not limited to their race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation, but their devotion to their own mental well being.
(615) 857-3281 View (615) 857-3281
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Dr. Douglas Ribeiro
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
Nashville, TN 37203
I have dedicated my clinical and research efforts to helping male survivors of trauma achieve the psychological wellbeing and freedom we are all worthy of enjoying.
Seeking help is one of the most courageous things a hu man being can do. For this reason, I'm fully committed to the healing of those who entrust me with their most sensitive difficulties and problems.
I have dedicated my clinical and research efforts to helping male survivors of trauma achieve the psychological wellbeing and freedom we are all worthy of enjoying.
Seeking help is one of the most courageous things a hu man being can do. For this reason, I'm fully committed to the healing of those who entrust me with their most sensitive difficulties and problems.
(629) 205-0581 View (629) 205-0581
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Michael Racki
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP, NCC
Verified Verified
Nashville, TN 37221  (Online Only)
Mike is a seasoned board certified Licensed Professional Counselor with over 15 years of experience helping people reach their highest potential. He works with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma, grief/loss, loneliness, disconnection, negative emotions & behavior patterns, work-related stress, and dysfunctional relationship patterns.
Mike is a seasoned board certified Licensed Professional Counselor with over 15 years of experience helping people reach their highest potential. He works with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma, grief/loss, loneliness, disconnection, negative emotions & behavior patterns, work-related stress, and dysfunctional relationship patterns.
(615) 395-6524 View (615) 395-6524
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Ascend Counseling, PLLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MMFT, LPC, CTT, CMAT, CSAT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37220
***NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS*** At Ascend Counseling, PLLC we believe that all people deserve a place to come as they are. As seasoned therapists, we provide a safe, collaborative experience for our clients combining empathy with professional excellence to guide the therapeutic process. Many therapeutic practices simply help you manage your symptoms and/or survive the next crisis. But at Ascend Counseling, PLLC, we believe that therapists should offer more. We will work with you to identify and address the root issues that perpetuate interpersonal problems. With us, you'll get to the bottom of things so that you can move forward!
***NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS*** At Ascend Counseling, PLLC we believe that all people deserve a place to come as they are. As seasoned therapists, we provide a safe, collaborative experience for our clients combining empathy with professional excellence to guide the therapeutic process. Many therapeutic practices simply help you manage your symptoms and/or survive the next crisis. But at Ascend Counseling, PLLC, we believe that therapists should offer more. We will work with you to identify and address the root issues that perpetuate interpersonal problems. With us, you'll get to the bottom of things so that you can move forward!
(615) 913-5958 View (615) 913-5958
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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.