Men's Issues Therapists in San Marcos, TX

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Trenton Kowalczuk
Pre-Licensed Professional, LPC-A
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
San Marcos, TX 78666
As an accomplished man, you experience the relentless pursuit of perfectionism, leading to overwhelming stress and anxiety. You struggle with feeling alone, with racing thoughts and sleepless nights. You set high standards, but still find yourself feeling like you have not done enough. You're holding it all in and the pressure is mounting. You carry the weight of the world on your shoulders and fear that if you were to set it down, it would all fall apart. You're ready to find more support, closeness, and connection in your relationships. Most of all, you're ready to get to work.
As an accomplished man, you experience the relentless pursuit of perfectionism, leading to overwhelming stress and anxiety. You struggle with feeling alone, with racing thoughts and sleepless nights. You set high standards, but still find yourself feeling like you have not done enough. You're holding it all in and the pressure is mounting. You carry the weight of the world on your shoulders and fear that if you were to set it down, it would all fall apart. You're ready to find more support, closeness, and connection in your relationships. Most of all, you're ready to get to work.
(512) 982-0754 View (512) 982-0754
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Adam MacDonald
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Marcos, TX 78666  (Online Only)
Do you feel overwhelmed by work, your relationships, or changes in your life? Do you ever find yourself wondering “Why do others look like they have their lives together and I’m struggling to just be me”? It can sometimes feel too painful to explore these questions alone and even scarier to let someone else be there to explore them with you. I understand that struggle and would be honored to work with you at your pace to figure out what it takes for you to feel satisfied and fulfilled.
Do you feel overwhelmed by work, your relationships, or changes in your life? Do you ever find yourself wondering “Why do others look like they have their lives together and I’m struggling to just be me”? It can sometimes feel too painful to explore these questions alone and even scarier to let someone else be there to explore them with you. I understand that struggle and would be honored to work with you at your pace to figure out what it takes for you to feel satisfied and fulfilled.
(737) 250-6957 View (737) 250-6957
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Mauricio Verduzco
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA, MS
Verified Verified
San Marcos, TX 78666  (Online Only)
Men’s issues, life transitions, sexual identity / orientation, & immigration / cultural trauma are often difficult to explore with those unfamiliar with your lived experience and feelings of confusion, depression and anxiety are normal responses. However, you do not have to deal with them alone. Do you ever feel unappreciated, like no matter what you do you are never enough? Do you feel like life isn't going how it "should be" or “as planned”? I specialize in working with members of the LGBTQ+ community, people struggling with immigration and racial trauma, & those going through difficult transitions in life.
Men’s issues, life transitions, sexual identity / orientation, & immigration / cultural trauma are often difficult to explore with those unfamiliar with your lived experience and feelings of confusion, depression and anxiety are normal responses. However, you do not have to deal with them alone. Do you ever feel unappreciated, like no matter what you do you are never enough? Do you feel like life isn't going how it "should be" or “as planned”? I specialize in working with members of the LGBTQ+ community, people struggling with immigration and racial trauma, & those going through difficult transitions in life.
(210) 750-4654 View (210) 750-4654
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Private Couple Retreat Program (Idealized Design)
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MEd, MA
Verified Verified
San Marcos, TX 78666
Deepen, reignite/repair or decide? You, your partner and therapist, no groups. Did you historically have to rely on yourself? Are you tired of suffering, ready to resolve core issues? Affairs, conflict, fears with intimacy, abandonment, narcissistic abuse recovery, performance anxiety, sexual "baggage," infertility and adoption, chronic health issues, long distance, inter-racial, separation/divorce, parental alienation, co-parenting, dating post divorce, identity and healing intergenerational trauma. Digital resources available via lovesextrustproductions.com.
Deepen, reignite/repair or decide? You, your partner and therapist, no groups. Did you historically have to rely on yourself? Are you tired of suffering, ready to resolve core issues? Affairs, conflict, fears with intimacy, abandonment, narcissistic abuse recovery, performance anxiety, sexual "baggage," infertility and adoption, chronic health issues, long distance, inter-racial, separation/divorce, parental alienation, co-parenting, dating post divorce, identity and healing intergenerational trauma. Digital resources available via lovesextrustproductions.com.
(512) 337-4259 View (512) 337-4259
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Ian Woodwick
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Marcos, TX 78666
Ian Woodwick is a Psychologist in Texas who has been practicing since 2023. Ian humbly approaches each person where they are as a unique human being in the context of their family, culture, and world. Each of us is on our own beautiful journey through this life and therapy is a place in which to see ourselves from a different, judgment-free perspective. Ian's intent is to work together on whatever concerns you have. He primarily uses techniques from Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Humanistic/Existential therapy. Ian also incorporates somewhat relevant pop-culture references at will.
Ian Woodwick is a Psychologist in Texas who has been practicing since 2023. Ian humbly approaches each person where they are as a unique human being in the context of their family, culture, and world. Each of us is on our own beautiful journey through this life and therapy is a place in which to see ourselves from a different, judgment-free perspective. Ian's intent is to work together on whatever concerns you have. He primarily uses techniques from Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Humanistic/Existential therapy. Ian also incorporates somewhat relevant pop-culture references at will.
(737) 520-7597 View (737) 520-7597
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Janel Scholtz
Licensed Professional Counselor, SEP, EMDR
Verified Verified
San Marcos, TX 78666
Welcome! I am accepting new clients. I offer in person therapy in San Marcos, Texas. I offer online therapy for individuals and couples living in California. I am passionate about helping people live a full life, where they are not just surviving but thriving. How we interpret our experiences can cause us to become panicked, anxious, fearful, angry, depressed, numb or alone.
Welcome! I am accepting new clients. I offer in person therapy in San Marcos, Texas. I offer online therapy for individuals and couples living in California. I am passionate about helping people live a full life, where they are not just surviving but thriving. How we interpret our experiences can cause us to become panicked, anxious, fearful, angry, depressed, numb or alone.
(858) 264-3065 View (858) 264-3065
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Eric A Schmidt
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPCS
Verified Verified
San Marcos, TX 78666
You're probably reading this because you're considering counseling. I think that's a great first step. No matter who you choose, I hope you meet with someone. Here's a litte about me; I hope this makes your job of selecting someone a little easier.
You're probably reading this because you're considering counseling. I think that's a great first step. No matter who you choose, I hope you meet with someone. Here's a litte about me; I hope this makes your job of selecting someone a little easier.
(512) 522-5850 View (512) 522-5850
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Kathleen Loisel
MA, LPC-S, BSN, RYT-200
Verified Verified
San Marcos, TX 78666
Waitlist for new clients
In my experience, I've found that people come to therapy when they are in a crisis situation or encounter something that seems too overwhelming to face on their own. I approach my work in a collaborative way that promotes self-awareness, understanding, support and discovery, promoting safety and understanding. By focusing strengths, I hope to assist my clients in finding healthy ways to cope with stressors, achieve desired changes, better understand how they relate to others and the world, develop personal potential and empower in a gentle, purposeful manner.
In my experience, I've found that people come to therapy when they are in a crisis situation or encounter something that seems too overwhelming to face on their own. I approach my work in a collaborative way that promotes self-awareness, understanding, support and discovery, promoting safety and understanding. By focusing strengths, I hope to assist my clients in finding healthy ways to cope with stressors, achieve desired changes, better understand how they relate to others and the world, develop personal potential and empower in a gentle, purposeful manner.
(512) 601-4480 View (512) 601-4480
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Jack Crownover
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, LPC-A
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
San Marcos, TX 78666  (Online Only)
Do you often feel as though you’re going through the motions of life? Each day blends into the next, a relentless cycle of anxiety and self-doubt that feels impossible to escape. You may find yourself caught in a web of people-pleasing behaviors, always striving for perfection, yet never feeling good enough. If you’re struggling with feelings of isolation, negativity, or the sense that those around you simply don’t understand what you’re going through, you’re not alone. I am here to help you understand these feelings, find ways to have more energy, and feel worthy of being taken care of. You are worthy of the life you want.
Do you often feel as though you’re going through the motions of life? Each day blends into the next, a relentless cycle of anxiety and self-doubt that feels impossible to escape. You may find yourself caught in a web of people-pleasing behaviors, always striving for perfection, yet never feeling good enough. If you’re struggling with feelings of isolation, negativity, or the sense that those around you simply don’t understand what you’re going through, you’re not alone. I am here to help you understand these feelings, find ways to have more energy, and feel worthy of being taken care of. You are worthy of the life you want.
(512) 548-2417 View (512) 548-2417
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Ashley Richey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, EMDR, PLLC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Marcos, TX 78666  (Online Only)
I believe that our most basic human need is to feel connected to others and to ourselves, and I will use evidence-based practices to help you improve these connections. I understand that fear, anxiety, pain, and grief can all block our paths towards connection and healing, and I realize how broken relationships can turn into life-long regret and hurt. My goal is to individualize each treatment plan to your personal needs and areas of growth by emphasizing strengths, unlearning negative beliefs, overcoming fears, and inspiring you to create new paths towards healing. I am fully trained in EMDR and ERP to better meet your needs.
I believe that our most basic human need is to feel connected to others and to ourselves, and I will use evidence-based practices to help you improve these connections. I understand that fear, anxiety, pain, and grief can all block our paths towards connection and healing, and I realize how broken relationships can turn into life-long regret and hurt. My goal is to individualize each treatment plan to your personal needs and areas of growth by emphasizing strengths, unlearning negative beliefs, overcoming fears, and inspiring you to create new paths towards healing. I am fully trained in EMDR and ERP to better meet your needs.
(512) 764-1585 View (512) 764-1585
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Jonathan T Lang
LPC-Associate, MA, LPCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Marcos, TX 78666
Do you ever find that you are beating yourself up over losing things, missing deadlines, being disorganized, or struggling to communicate with your partner? These challenges can lead to feelings of isolation, frustration, and hopelessness. I am passionate about helping individuals, couples, and families facing these and other mental health challenges, including ADHD, relationship conflicts, anxiety, and depression.
Do you ever find that you are beating yourself up over losing things, missing deadlines, being disorganized, or struggling to communicate with your partner? These challenges can lead to feelings of isolation, frustration, and hopelessness. I am passionate about helping individuals, couples, and families facing these and other mental health challenges, including ADHD, relationship conflicts, anxiety, and depression.
(979) 202-0314 View (979) 202-0314
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Kevin A Fall
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
San Marcos, TX 78666
Changing anything in life can feel like a struggle and seeking help is an important part of the process. During my time as counselor, I have had the privilege to collaborate with adults, adolescents, couples and families as they courageously embark on the pathway to change. I value working with my clients to gain awareness of the patterns in life and finding ways of adjusting them to meet current needs. Whether you are feeling stuck or completely lost, counseling can be a great tool for change. I look forward to working with you.
Changing anything in life can feel like a struggle and seeking help is an important part of the process. During my time as counselor, I have had the privilege to collaborate with adults, adolescents, couples and families as they courageously embark on the pathway to change. I value working with my clients to gain awareness of the patterns in life and finding ways of adjusting them to meet current needs. Whether you are feeling stuck or completely lost, counseling can be a great tool for change. I look forward to working with you.
(512) 649-0007 View (512) 649-0007
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Private Couple Retreat Program (Idealized Design)
Marriage & Family Therapist, MEd, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Marcos, TX 78666
Deepen, reignite/repair or decide? You, your partner and therapist, no groups. Did you historically have to rely on yourself? Are you tired of suffering, ready to resolve core issues? Affairs, conflict, fears with intimacy, abandonment, narcissistic abuse recovery, performance anxiety, sexual "baggage," infertility and adoption, chronic health issues, long distance, inter-racial, separation/divorce, parental alienation, co-parenting, dating post divorce, identity and healing intergenerational trauma. Digital resources available via lovesextrustproductions.com.
Deepen, reignite/repair or decide? You, your partner and therapist, no groups. Did you historically have to rely on yourself? Are you tired of suffering, ready to resolve core issues? Affairs, conflict, fears with intimacy, abandonment, narcissistic abuse recovery, performance anxiety, sexual "baggage," infertility and adoption, chronic health issues, long distance, inter-racial, separation/divorce, parental alienation, co-parenting, dating post divorce, identity and healing intergenerational trauma. Digital resources available via lovesextrustproductions.com.
(361) 596-3928 View (361) 596-3928
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Gary Shaw
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Marcos, TX 78666
I have 30 years of experience working with children, teens, adults, and families. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, earning my Masters degree at the University of Texas at Austin, graduating in 1993. I have been in private practice for the past 30 years. I have extensive clinical experience and I bring a variety of therapeutic modalities to my work with clients. I have an engaging, warm and playful manner to ease the stress of seeking help. “Everything that happens to you is your teacher. The secret is to learn to sit at the feet of your own life and be taught by it.”—Polly B. Berends
I have 30 years of experience working with children, teens, adults, and families. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, earning my Masters degree at the University of Texas at Austin, graduating in 1993. I have been in private practice for the past 30 years. I have extensive clinical experience and I bring a variety of therapeutic modalities to my work with clients. I have an engaging, warm and playful manner to ease the stress of seeking help. “Everything that happens to you is your teacher. The secret is to learn to sit at the feet of your own life and be taught by it.”—Polly B. Berends
(737) 510-7562 View (737) 510-7562
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Collin Weekes
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Marcos, TX 78666  (Online Only)
I am a therapist, EMDR Therapist, Certified Forensic Mental Health Evaluator, and proud graduate of Regent University where I earned a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I also have a Master's in Clinical Psychology from Fielding Graduate University. My focus includes depression, anxiety, PTSD, and OCD. I conduct Immigration Evaluations using an integrative approach to therapy that includes various treatment modalities based on your therapeutic and personal needs. Because of my service in ministry, I am uniquely positioned to offer spiritual therapy from a Christian perspective at your request.
I am a therapist, EMDR Therapist, Certified Forensic Mental Health Evaluator, and proud graduate of Regent University where I earned a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I also have a Master's in Clinical Psychology from Fielding Graduate University. My focus includes depression, anxiety, PTSD, and OCD. I conduct Immigration Evaluations using an integrative approach to therapy that includes various treatment modalities based on your therapeutic and personal needs. Because of my service in ministry, I am uniquely positioned to offer spiritual therapy from a Christian perspective at your request.
(614) 212-4622 View (614) 212-4622
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Andrew Michael Greene
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCDC, EMDR
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
San Marcos, TX 78666
"Life is really simple, but we insist on making it complicated." -Confucius. My philosophy is this; you already know the answers to your problems, you just don't know that you know them yet. My job is to help you unlock the secrets to your own happiness and productivity. I work with adults, adolescents, couples, and families, and get tremendous fulfillment in seeing my clients succeed. No problem is unsolvable. Working with me will grant you greater stress tolerance and emotional resilience, as well as "mind-hacks" that will change how you deal with normal day-to-day life.
"Life is really simple, but we insist on making it complicated." -Confucius. My philosophy is this; you already know the answers to your problems, you just don't know that you know them yet. My job is to help you unlock the secrets to your own happiness and productivity. I work with adults, adolescents, couples, and families, and get tremendous fulfillment in seeing my clients succeed. No problem is unsolvable. Working with me will grant you greater stress tolerance and emotional resilience, as well as "mind-hacks" that will change how you deal with normal day-to-day life.
(469) 515-7903 View (469) 515-7903
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Scott Caton
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LSOTP
Verified Verified
San Marcos, TX 78666
Along the road, we all developed temporary tools to solve the problems in our lives. Unfortunately, we often forgot to stop using those tools, and they became "permanent." In the end, using the wrong tool to solve a problem does not make one's life better, only worse. In therapy, I work with adolescents and adults to re-tool and get more of what they want out of life. Let's get started!
Along the road, we all developed temporary tools to solve the problems in our lives. Unfortunately, we often forgot to stop using those tools, and they became "permanent." In the end, using the wrong tool to solve a problem does not make one's life better, only worse. In therapy, I work with adolescents and adults to re-tool and get more of what they want out of life. Let's get started!
(512) 270-3856 View (512) 270-3856
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Mary B Mattis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, LCDC
Verified Verified
17 Endorsed
San Marcos, TX 78666
To be fully alive in the 21st century, each of us has to make a conscious choice. Barriers can arise, challenging our ability to maintain personal values, stay mentally and emotionally stable, and live a life of our choosing. Mary works to help clients realize their version of a rich and balanced life. She provides a safe, supportive, judgment-free space to help you work through barriers that lie between where you are and where you want to be. What would you do if you knew you would not fail? Let's work together to find out. Mary B. Mattis at SoCo offers Clinical Supervision to LMSWs working toward LCSW status.
To be fully alive in the 21st century, each of us has to make a conscious choice. Barriers can arise, challenging our ability to maintain personal values, stay mentally and emotionally stable, and live a life of our choosing. Mary works to help clients realize their version of a rich and balanced life. She provides a safe, supportive, judgment-free space to help you work through barriers that lie between where you are and where you want to be. What would you do if you knew you would not fail? Let's work together to find out. Mary B. Mattis at SoCo offers Clinical Supervision to LMSWs working toward LCSW status.
(512) 605-0862 View (512) 605-0862
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P. Murray Kast
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
San Marcos, TX 78666
Your story is unique, your experiences unlike ANY other. The process is to find you as you are, and to journey together to where you want to be. My years of work with traumatized and grief-stricken clients and families have brought the conclusion that anxiety, depression, and interpersonal relationships are the barriers to a healthy self, to a meaningful and purposeful life. Determining the causes and our role in these barriers (overwhelming and unduly burdensome at times) will begin to get us unstuck. Circumstances likely have driven you to the point of therapy, but a great opportunity to regain control and find the healthy you.
Your story is unique, your experiences unlike ANY other. The process is to find you as you are, and to journey together to where you want to be. My years of work with traumatized and grief-stricken clients and families have brought the conclusion that anxiety, depression, and interpersonal relationships are the barriers to a healthy self, to a meaningful and purposeful life. Determining the causes and our role in these barriers (overwhelming and unduly burdensome at times) will begin to get us unstuck. Circumstances likely have driven you to the point of therapy, but a great opportunity to regain control and find the healthy you.
(512) 648-5573 View (512) 648-5573
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Dr. Melody Montano
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD, LPC-S
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
San Marcos, TX 78666  (Online Only)
Dr. Montano offers comprehensive psychological evaluations for children, adolescents, and adults seeking clarity in understanding their symptoms and diagnoses. Through thorough assessments, Dr. Montano provides clear treatment recommendations tailored to each individual’s unique needs. These evaluations help individuals and families gain insight into their mental health and create a path forward for effective treatment and support.
Dr. Montano offers comprehensive psychological evaluations for children, adolescents, and adults seeking clarity in understanding their symptoms and diagnoses. Through thorough assessments, Dr. Montano provides clear treatment recommendations tailored to each individual’s unique needs. These evaluations help individuals and families gain insight into their mental health and create a path forward for effective treatment and support.
(512) 598-5035 View (512) 598-5035
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Men's Issues Therapists

Is therapy for men different than it is for women?

Therapeutic treatments and types are the same for men as they are for women, with the same protocols followed and the same strategies employed. Discussing one’s feelings and emotions is an integral part of most therapies, and some men find doing so more challenging. Therapists can help clients through the process; some specialize in treating men for this reason.

How do you encourage a man to go to therapy?

It’s helpful to express your concern and love for the person while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Offering specific examples of how an individual’s behavior affected either himself or others should be done with compassion and with empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.

How can men prepare for therapy?

Men can prepare for therapy by approaching the process with an open mind, being willing to talk about their challenges, and giving treatment the time to work. Before a session, an individual may want to reflect on how they’ve felt since the last session and what’s happened in their lives. It can be useful for men who struggle to recall their emotional states to write down notes between sessions about their response to a given event or how they were feeling at a particular time.

What should men know about the process of therapy?

One of the most common reasons men don’t seek therapy is the notion that there’s something wrong with them if they do. Men should know that just because they’re seeking therapy doesn’t mean they’re mentally ill or damaged in some way. In the same way people work on their bodies through exercise or a craft through practice, therapy can be a way to improve the mental and emotional skills needed to be productive and effective partners, employees, and people in all realms of life.