Male Therapists in Melissa, TX
I specialize in treating PTSD, trauma, anxiety, and depression. I also teach stress management and life transition skills. Through the use of primarily EMDR, Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) I tailor treatment approaches to meet your unique needs and comfort level.
I specialize in treating PTSD, trauma, anxiety, and depression. I also teach stress management and life transition skills. Through the use of primarily EMDR, Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) I tailor treatment approaches to meet your unique needs and comfort level.
Would you like to put your marriage back together, resolve conflict in a relationship, develop more effective parenting skills, or have a better understanding of your child's behaviors? Are you feeling depressed and struggling to find answers for the way you feel? Do you feel anxious at times and don't know where to turn? Are you grieving over a lost relationship? We can develop a plan with achievable goals, that will help you get where you want to be. My approach to healing, is one that emphasizes how our thoughts impact how we feel and what we do. All sessions are in person only.
Would you like to put your marriage back together, resolve conflict in a relationship, develop more effective parenting skills, or have a better understanding of your child's behaviors? Are you feeling depressed and struggling to find answers for the way you feel? Do you feel anxious at times and don't know where to turn? Are you grieving over a lost relationship? We can develop a plan with achievable goals, that will help you get where you want to be. My approach to healing, is one that emphasizes how our thoughts impact how we feel and what we do. All sessions are in person only.
Every client has a story. I help my client explore their story, values and beliefs. I enjoy a client who likes to interact with these issues and want to work to see the "why" behind their beliefs and behaviors. I also enjoy clients who like to set goals for themselves and their relationships and are willing to work towards them.
Every client has a story. I help my client explore their story, values and beliefs. I enjoy a client who likes to interact with these issues and want to work to see the "why" behind their beliefs and behaviors. I also enjoy clients who like to set goals for themselves and their relationships and are willing to work towards them.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and National Certified Counselor. I have experience working with adolescents, adults, and senior adults with issues including depression, anxiety, grief/loss, self-esteem, anger management, trauma, and adjusting to and coping with life’s stressors. I also have experience in assisting LGBTQ+ clients with identity exploration and transition.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and National Certified Counselor. I have experience working with adolescents, adults, and senior adults with issues including depression, anxiety, grief/loss, self-esteem, anger management, trauma, and adjusting to and coping with life’s stressors. I also have experience in assisting LGBTQ+ clients with identity exploration and transition.
Does your anxiety get in the way of doing things? Would you like to improve your relationships with a partner, family, friends, or coworkers? Do you feel down, unmotivated, or not as interested in things as you used to be? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, there is hope! You are not alone in these experiences, and many people have changed their lives through therapy. Therapy is a journey that we take together. There are many paths we can choose from to go in the direction you desire. Everyone is different, and your path is tailored to your needs, preferences, and values.
Does your anxiety get in the way of doing things? Would you like to improve your relationships with a partner, family, friends, or coworkers? Do you feel down, unmotivated, or not as interested in things as you used to be? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, there is hope! You are not alone in these experiences, and many people have changed their lives through therapy. Therapy is a journey that we take together. There are many paths we can choose from to go in the direction you desire. Everyone is different, and your path is tailored to your needs, preferences, and values.
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Steven R. Scott
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
McKinney, TX 75070
Welcome to the practice of Steven R. Scott. Steven works with a large variety of people by providing individual psychotherapy, family and marital counseling, premarital counseling, grief resolution, teen counseling, and group therapy. Steven's goal is to make your therapeutic experience as fulfilling as possible. His solutions focused approach helps people reach their goals as efficiently as possible. Steven has over twenty years of experience, which allows him to be able to customize a treatment plan that will suit your needs. Steven now offers office hours as well as phone and video sessions. Call today for a consultation.
Welcome to the practice of Steven R. Scott. Steven works with a large variety of people by providing individual psychotherapy, family and marital counseling, premarital counseling, grief resolution, teen counseling, and group therapy. Steven's goal is to make your therapeutic experience as fulfilling as possible. His solutions focused approach helps people reach their goals as efficiently as possible. Steven has over twenty years of experience, which allows him to be able to customize a treatment plan that will suit your needs. Steven now offers office hours as well as phone and video sessions. Call today for a consultation.
Robert Meason
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
McKinney, TX 75072
If this is your first time looking for a therapist, I get that it can feel daunting. You may feel as if your life is slipping away, but where to begin? Experience has taught me that the relationship between a therapist and their client is the most important predictor to how the therapeutic process turns out. Whether anxiety, depression, grief or trauma have brought you to my corner of the world, I'm here to be your teammate by being present with you from day one through providing support and curiosity during our time together.
If this is your first time looking for a therapist, I get that it can feel daunting. You may feel as if your life is slipping away, but where to begin? Experience has taught me that the relationship between a therapist and their client is the most important predictor to how the therapeutic process turns out. Whether anxiety, depression, grief or trauma have brought you to my corner of the world, I'm here to be your teammate by being present with you from day one through providing support and curiosity during our time together.
If you're looking for solid biblical perspective and a listening ear I can provide that. This life throws a lot of curves your way as a believer; marriage, parenting, anxiety, stress, physical issues and so much more. Where does your faith fit into these needs? What does the bible say about your issues? Putting your faith into practice when things are tough isn't easy. Let's work through it together.
If you're looking for solid biblical perspective and a listening ear I can provide that. This life throws a lot of curves your way as a believer; marriage, parenting, anxiety, stress, physical issues and so much more. Where does your faith fit into these needs? What does the bible say about your issues? Putting your faith into practice when things are tough isn't easy. Let's work through it together.
Brokenness comes from relationships, and brokenness comes from the individual's heart. Perhaps you are struggling with the pain of a broken heart and have no way to repair it, and your life is bleak with no future in sight. When I was young, I also experienced a "broken heart," which is hard to describe! After that, I regained my faith and finished my Doctorate in Pastoral Counseling, CCPC (7000 hours of practice), and became a senior lecturer in Marriage and Family Counseling. Twenty years ago, I received nearly 1,000 Chinese with various kinds of "brokenness" psychological problems.
Brokenness comes from relationships, and brokenness comes from the individual's heart. Perhaps you are struggling with the pain of a broken heart and have no way to repair it, and your life is bleak with no future in sight. When I was young, I also experienced a "broken heart," which is hard to describe! After that, I regained my faith and finished my Doctorate in Pastoral Counseling, CCPC (7000 hours of practice), and became a senior lecturer in Marriage and Family Counseling. Twenty years ago, I received nearly 1,000 Chinese with various kinds of "brokenness" psychological problems.
Life is often the most stressful when things are unpredictable and out of our control. So, it's not unusual, with the state of the world today, we might be feeling more stressed than we normally do. Things you've been able to cope with in the past you might be finding more difficult to handle. In times like these, we have to focus on what we can control and learn to cope with things we can't change. My role is to assist you in the process
Life is often the most stressful when things are unpredictable and out of our control. So, it's not unusual, with the state of the world today, we might be feeling more stressed than we normally do. Things you've been able to cope with in the past you might be finding more difficult to handle. In times like these, we have to focus on what we can control and learn to cope with things we can't change. My role is to assist you in the process
Finding the right therapist/coach can be a whip for sure. How on earth do I choose who to divulge my struggles with! If you want someone to be real and honest with you but not judgemental, look no further. If you believe you are ready, let's get started and get you some relief-life is too short. I believe we ALL have a purpose and that we are all affected by choices, good and bad, we have made in our lifetime. We can change despite those choices but sometimes the consequences don't.
Finding the right therapist/coach can be a whip for sure. How on earth do I choose who to divulge my struggles with! If you want someone to be real and honest with you but not judgemental, look no further. If you believe you are ready, let's get started and get you some relief-life is too short. I believe we ALL have a purpose and that we are all affected by choices, good and bad, we have made in our lifetime. We can change despite those choices but sometimes the consequences don't.
Jeffrey Proctor
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
McKinney, TX 75070
I know what it feels like to experience deep loneliness. All of my life including today I have felt and still feel misunderstood due to my unique circumstances in life. Because I know how this feels like, I connect with clients who have felt or are still feeling misunderstood and alone. Whether it is the hidden loneliness of a leader or the obvious loneliness of someone who is rejected, I relate to both. The clients that I serve that often feel this way are those with church trauma, ADHD, and third culture kids (those who have been raised in countries outside of their parent's passport countries).
I know what it feels like to experience deep loneliness. All of my life including today I have felt and still feel misunderstood due to my unique circumstances in life. Because I know how this feels like, I connect with clients who have felt or are still feeling misunderstood and alone. Whether it is the hidden loneliness of a leader or the obvious loneliness of someone who is rejected, I relate to both. The clients that I serve that often feel this way are those with church trauma, ADHD, and third culture kids (those who have been raised in countries outside of their parent's passport countries).
Sometimes the journey through mental health can seem like trying to find your way through a dense forest. Let me be your guide and help you clarify your diagnosis and presenting symptoms so that you can receive the most evidence-based form(s) of treatment. Mental health is discussed more than ever these days, from social media to TV and movies, yet it doesn’t make it any easier to navigate. Let me take the guesswork and frustration out of this process and get you on the path to recovery and feeling better!
Sometimes the journey through mental health can seem like trying to find your way through a dense forest. Let me be your guide and help you clarify your diagnosis and presenting symptoms so that you can receive the most evidence-based form(s) of treatment. Mental health is discussed more than ever these days, from social media to TV and movies, yet it doesn’t make it any easier to navigate. Let me take the guesswork and frustration out of this process and get you on the path to recovery and feeling better!
Dr. Amir Abbassi, New Horizons Center for Healing
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
McKinney, TX 75069
Dr. Abbassi is an expert in couple's communication and sexual issues. He is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist(LMFT), Certified Sex Therapist by American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists (AASECT), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and approved Supervisor of LPC and LMFT. He works with individual (children and Adults) in the area of depression, anxiety and general life difficulties. Dr. Abbassi has been in private practice for over 26 years. As a full Professor at local Institute of Higher Education, Dr. Abbassi teaches and provides supervision to Counseling Interns for both LPC & LMFT boards.
Dr. Abbassi is an expert in couple's communication and sexual issues. He is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist(LMFT), Certified Sex Therapist by American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists (AASECT), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and approved Supervisor of LPC and LMFT. He works with individual (children and Adults) in the area of depression, anxiety and general life difficulties. Dr. Abbassi has been in private practice for over 26 years. As a full Professor at local Institute of Higher Education, Dr. Abbassi teaches and provides supervision to Counseling Interns for both LPC & LMFT boards.
Matthew J Evans
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, MFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
McKinney, TX 75070
I am passionate about the impact of addiction and trauma on individuals and families, and specialize in helping those struggling with chronic relapse, especially when the traditional treatment models (30 days in residential rehab, partial hospitalization, and intensive outpatient) haven't helped in the past. The goal of therapy is to achieve sobriety, but more importantly to heal the relationships of the harms caused by years of addictive behavior. My aim is to make your counseling experience as fulfilling and meaningful as possible by creating a customized treatment plan that leads to real, tangible results.
I am passionate about the impact of addiction and trauma on individuals and families, and specialize in helping those struggling with chronic relapse, especially when the traditional treatment models (30 days in residential rehab, partial hospitalization, and intensive outpatient) haven't helped in the past. The goal of therapy is to achieve sobriety, but more importantly to heal the relationships of the harms caused by years of addictive behavior. My aim is to make your counseling experience as fulfilling and meaningful as possible by creating a customized treatment plan that leads to real, tangible results.
Do you and your partner feel like your communication gets lost in translation? Are the conflicts leaving you exhausted and disconnected? If you are shaking your head and saying yes, then you are in the right place. Welcome to Power to Heal Relationships! Congratulations, you are on your way to getting that physical, emotional, and psychological safety that you deserve. Whether you recently started your relationship or navigating many years of marriage, I believe you have the power to heal, mend, strengthen and revitalize your relationship. Having been married for 32 years. I am "red bull" excited to show you how it is done.
Do you and your partner feel like your communication gets lost in translation? Are the conflicts leaving you exhausted and disconnected? If you are shaking your head and saying yes, then you are in the right place. Welcome to Power to Heal Relationships! Congratulations, you are on your way to getting that physical, emotional, and psychological safety that you deserve. Whether you recently started your relationship or navigating many years of marriage, I believe you have the power to heal, mend, strengthen and revitalize your relationship. Having been married for 32 years. I am "red bull" excited to show you how it is done.
Kolton Hall Better Horizons Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
McKinney, TX 75069
I take the role of an advocator, supporter, and non-judgmental listener. I work with those who have the hope to seek growth, change, and well-being in their lives. I strive to focus on supporting those who seek healing from difficult traumas, hurtful loss, heartache, and any incongruencies that they see are damaging their lives. This can be evident for the young and older, the sexual or gender minority, and any culture or race. Clients need a safe place to share their unique world and it is my goal to provide that. When we feel safe, un-biasedly heard and embrace a healthy vulnerability....true self-growth occurs.
I take the role of an advocator, supporter, and non-judgmental listener. I work with those who have the hope to seek growth, change, and well-being in their lives. I strive to focus on supporting those who seek healing from difficult traumas, hurtful loss, heartache, and any incongruencies that they see are damaging their lives. This can be evident for the young and older, the sexual or gender minority, and any culture or race. Clients need a safe place to share their unique world and it is my goal to provide that. When we feel safe, un-biasedly heard and embrace a healthy vulnerability....true self-growth occurs.
I am a licensed professional counselor, and I offer confidential counseling services for teens, adults, families and couples of all diversities, orientations, and backgrounds. I provide a comfortable, genuinely safe, non-judgmental environment where we work as a team to help you understand the context of your struggles and establish an appropriate therapy for your circumstances.
I am a licensed professional counselor, and I offer confidential counseling services for teens, adults, families and couples of all diversities, orientations, and backgrounds. I provide a comfortable, genuinely safe, non-judgmental environment where we work as a team to help you understand the context of your struggles and establish an appropriate therapy for your circumstances.
Scott Altamirano
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
McKinney, TX 75072 (Online Only)
To me, a large part of therapy is about grieving, acceptance, and peace within ourselves and others; I am particularly good at helping people get in touch with their feelings. I tend to work with the heavier side of therapy, that include drug/ alcohol /cannabis addiction, domestic violence, narcissism, borderline, sex/porn addiction, sex offense, sexual shame, couples working through sobriety-recovery dynamics, infidelity, poly relationships, court, and anger management. I tend to work really well with those who enjoy dark humor, who are avoidant by nature, and those who are seeking redemption from guilt/shame.
To me, a large part of therapy is about grieving, acceptance, and peace within ourselves and others; I am particularly good at helping people get in touch with their feelings. I tend to work with the heavier side of therapy, that include drug/ alcohol /cannabis addiction, domestic violence, narcissism, borderline, sex/porn addiction, sex offense, sexual shame, couples working through sobriety-recovery dynamics, infidelity, poly relationships, court, and anger management. I tend to work really well with those who enjoy dark humor, who are avoidant by nature, and those who are seeking redemption from guilt/shame.
Resonant Changes Counseling With Michael Mae Rhys
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, LPC-A, CAIP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
McKinney, TX 75070 (Online Only)
Are you dealing with anxiety, apathy, or depression? Seeking healing from the past or aiming for a purposeful future? As a couple, do you want better communication, deeper connection, or more trust? If you aspire to thrive—building emotional resilience, meaningful relationships, and a strong sense of self—I’m here to support you on this transformative journey. Let’s walk together towards a future that honors your past and embraces hope.
Are you dealing with anxiety, apathy, or depression? Seeking healing from the past or aiming for a purposeful future? As a couple, do you want better communication, deeper connection, or more trust? If you aspire to thrive—building emotional resilience, meaningful relationships, and a strong sense of self—I’m here to support you on this transformative journey. Let’s walk together towards a future that honors your past and embraces hope.
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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.