Male Therapists in Frederick County, VA
Do you feel like no matter how hard you try; you’re still not doing enough? Maybe you’re bottling up a lot of stress and pressure. You may feel angry, sad, alone, or that something is wrong. Have you tried making changes, and still feel stuck? If you’re considering therapy, you’re probably becoming more aware of the things in your life that just don’t seem to be working. You may be unsure about starting therapy, whether it will help you or not. Therapy can be a great opportunity to learn how to make the changes you want to see, and you absolutely can change your life.
Do you feel like no matter how hard you try; you’re still not doing enough? Maybe you’re bottling up a lot of stress and pressure. You may feel angry, sad, alone, or that something is wrong. Have you tried making changes, and still feel stuck? If you’re considering therapy, you’re probably becoming more aware of the things in your life that just don’t seem to be working. You may be unsure about starting therapy, whether it will help you or not. Therapy can be a great opportunity to learn how to make the changes you want to see, and you absolutely can change your life.
Aaron M. Clark, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Stephens City, VA 22655 (Online Only)
The journey of finding a therapist can be difficult and frustrating at times. You may ask yourself, "do I really need to talk with someone?" Coming to the realization that you may need to talk to some one is challenging . Taking that first step in searching, for someone, to talk to is moving in the direction, of finding peace, hope and healing.
The journey of finding a therapist can be difficult and frustrating at times. You may ask yourself, "do I really need to talk with someone?" Coming to the realization that you may need to talk to some one is challenging . Taking that first step in searching, for someone, to talk to is moving in the direction, of finding peace, hope and healing.
I'm Greg Dams, a licensed clinical psychologist based in Roanoke, Virginia, offering statewide telehealth services. Specializing in anxiety, OCD, and depression, I use evidence-based therapies like CBT to help adults and older adolescents achieve their goals, fostering a positive outlook on life through warm, client-centered care. I typically work with adults experiencing anxiety disorders, panic attacks, obsessive-compulsive and related conditions, depression, and PTSD.
I'm Greg Dams, a licensed clinical psychologist based in Roanoke, Virginia, offering statewide telehealth services. Specializing in anxiety, OCD, and depression, I use evidence-based therapies like CBT to help adults and older adolescents achieve their goals, fostering a positive outlook on life through warm, client-centered care. I typically work with adults experiencing anxiety disorders, panic attacks, obsessive-compulsive and related conditions, depression, and PTSD.
I always gravitated to jobs that entailed helping people: Teacher; American Red Cross; Covenant House. I had also pursued seminary studies and was briefly on track to becoming a clergy man. Entry into grad school to study Counseling seemed the next natural step in my career path. But there was a more profound reason I became a Professional Helper, and that is my own lifelong struggles with anxiety and depression.
I always gravitated to jobs that entailed helping people: Teacher; American Red Cross; Covenant House. I had also pursued seminary studies and was briefly on track to becoming a clergy man. Entry into grad school to study Counseling seemed the next natural step in my career path. But there was a more profound reason I became a Professional Helper, and that is my own lifelong struggles with anxiety and depression.
Paul R. Ruscito, LPC, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, EdS, LPC
Verified Verified
Stephens City, VA 22655
Everyone faces challenges in life. At some point, you may find yourself feeling overwhelmed, or stuck in patterns of thinking or behaving that no longer work for you. I believe counseling is a collaborative process, in which we will work together to address the barriers which may be holding you back from fully engaging in your life or achieving your true potential. Together we can identify your individual strengths and find the motivation to improve your life situation. I would be honored to be a part of your journey toward personal growth.
Everyone faces challenges in life. At some point, you may find yourself feeling overwhelmed, or stuck in patterns of thinking or behaving that no longer work for you. I believe counseling is a collaborative process, in which we will work together to address the barriers which may be holding you back from fully engaging in your life or achieving your true potential. Together we can identify your individual strengths and find the motivation to improve your life situation. I would be honored to be a part of your journey toward personal growth.
Michael Frederick Ellis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Winchester, VA 22602 (Online Only)
I specialize in child and family therapy with an emphasis in marriage counseling, but I am open to helping anyone that is looking for a way to improve their lives through understanding their emotions and how those emotions are affecting their behaviors and actions. I have been married for the past 16 years and have 5 children of my own, and I understand the common struggles of maintaining a working relationship with a spouse and with children. I spent 10 years working with the foster care system, and I spent the last 4 years supervising a school counseling program and conducting individual counseling for an array of individuals.
I specialize in child and family therapy with an emphasis in marriage counseling, but I am open to helping anyone that is looking for a way to improve their lives through understanding their emotions and how those emotions are affecting their behaviors and actions. I have been married for the past 16 years and have 5 children of my own, and I understand the common struggles of maintaining a working relationship with a spouse and with children. I spent 10 years working with the foster care system, and I spent the last 4 years supervising a school counseling program and conducting individual counseling for an array of individuals.
I take a holistic and integrative approach to therapy which involves integrating various elements of different theories and practice. I lean most heavily on approaches focused on how people’s thinking can change feelings and behaviors while also implementing an approach focused on helping clients achieve their highest potential. Instead of energy spent on the past or negative behaviors, I emphasize the goodness in clients and work toward growth and self-actualization. I also use approaches oriented toward problem-solving including Hypnotherapy, NLP Brain Training, Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT), Coaching, and EMDR therapy.
I take a holistic and integrative approach to therapy which involves integrating various elements of different theories and practice. I lean most heavily on approaches focused on how people’s thinking can change feelings and behaviors while also implementing an approach focused on helping clients achieve their highest potential. Instead of energy spent on the past or negative behaviors, I emphasize the goodness in clients and work toward growth and self-actualization. I also use approaches oriented toward problem-solving including Hypnotherapy, NLP Brain Training, Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT), Coaching, and EMDR therapy.
My name is A. Chad Ray, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) from the Volunteer state of Tennessee. I am licensed in both VA and TN and see clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults who have issues with anxiety, stress, addiction, and insomnia. When helping clients achieve their clinical goals, I utilize Solution Oriented Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Systems Therapy, Emotion Focused, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
My name is A. Chad Ray, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) from the Volunteer state of Tennessee. I am licensed in both VA and TN and see clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults who have issues with anxiety, stress, addiction, and insomnia. When helping clients achieve their clinical goals, I utilize Solution Oriented Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Systems Therapy, Emotion Focused, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
Mark Crutchfield - True North Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Winchester, VA 22602 (Online Only)
These methods are accompanied by empathy for the hu man condition and are gained as a husband, father, son, sibling, friend, colleague and community member.
The road to transformation is through conversation! I am a counselor and executive coach combining over 30 years of extensive interpersonal communication expertise and corporate background experience. I work with individuals (couples and groups) from all walks of life who feel stuck, hurt or struggling with their own pain and challenges. Are you feeling low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, trauma, caught in a cycle of repetitive destructive behaviors (such as alcohol and drug use), experiencing PTSD, dysfunctional interpersonal relationships, workplace stress/bullying, social injustice or lacking direction, meaning and purpose?
These methods are accompanied by empathy for the hu man condition and are gained as a husband, father, son, sibling, friend, colleague and community member.
The road to transformation is through conversation! I am a counselor and executive coach combining over 30 years of extensive interpersonal communication expertise and corporate background experience. I work with individuals (couples and groups) from all walks of life who feel stuck, hurt or struggling with their own pain and challenges. Are you feeling low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, trauma, caught in a cycle of repetitive destructive behaviors (such as alcohol and drug use), experiencing PTSD, dysfunctional interpersonal relationships, workplace stress/bullying, social injustice or lacking direction, meaning and purpose?
Online Therapists
Andrew Goldfarb
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C, LCSW, CSOTP, ATSA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Falls Church, VA 22046
I work with men and wo men who want to avoid or are already dealing with problems related to the legal system.
I am a Clinical Member of the Association for the Treatment of Sexual Abusers (ATSA) and a Certified Sex Offender Treatment Provider (CSOTP). I am available to individuals, couples, families, groups, and systems seeking professional consultation, support counseling, and CSOTP clinical treatment. I provide general and specialized clinical services addressing problems associated with mental health, emotion management, and self-regulation related to anger, depression, anxiety, trauma, pornography, sexual intimacy, hyper-sexuality, life transitions, and stage of change challenges.
I work with men and wo men who want to avoid or are already dealing with problems related to the legal system.
I am a Clinical Member of the Association for the Treatment of Sexual Abusers (ATSA) and a Certified Sex Offender Treatment Provider (CSOTP). I am available to individuals, couples, families, groups, and systems seeking professional consultation, support counseling, and CSOTP clinical treatment. I provide general and specialized clinical services addressing problems associated with mental health, emotion management, and self-regulation related to anger, depression, anxiety, trauma, pornography, sexual intimacy, hyper-sexuality, life transitions, and stage of change challenges.
I'm a clinical psychologist with over 25 years of experience helping adults remove the obstacles to achieving their life goals - self-attacks, passive behavior, negative assumptions, delaying difficult life decisions, and repetitive, destructive relationship patterns. Our work together is collaborative, respectful, and goal-focused. It is also, at times, challenging - as is often the case with growth and learning, but the end result is the joy of increased freedom. Therapy gives a unique opportunity to examine our emotional life and re-evaluate the beliefs and presuppositions that affect our perceptions of ourselves and others.
I'm a clinical psychologist with over 25 years of experience helping adults remove the obstacles to achieving their life goals - self-attacks, passive behavior, negative assumptions, delaying difficult life decisions, and repetitive, destructive relationship patterns. Our work together is collaborative, respectful, and goal-focused. It is also, at times, challenging - as is often the case with growth and learning, but the end result is the joy of increased freedom. Therapy gives a unique opportunity to examine our emotional life and re-evaluate the beliefs and presuppositions that affect our perceptions of ourselves and others.
William Floyd Counseling Center
BCPC, BCMHC, LPC, LCSW, BCLC
Verified Verified
Gainesville, VA 20155
Our group practice offers professional licensed therapy, certified life coaching and pastoral counseling focused on the foundations of the Bible. Our counselors includes LPCs, LCSWs along with Certified Life Coaches. The practice does not accept insurance. Learn more at www.williamfloydcenter.com. The William Floyd Counseling Center is a ministry of Park Valley Church.
Our group practice offers professional licensed therapy, certified life coaching and pastoral counseling focused on the foundations of the Bible. Our counselors includes LPCs, LCSWs along with Certified Life Coaches. The practice does not accept insurance. Learn more at www.williamfloydcenter.com. The William Floyd Counseling Center is a ministry of Park Valley Church.
If you want help in overcoming depression, anxiety, and relationship problems, I have over 30 years of experience working with people like you. I have been trained in a practical, compassionate, brand of cognitive-behavioral therapy, and have learned to add techniques such as EMDR and Mindfulness to the basic approach I have used. I have special training in treating anxiety problems, mood disorders, sleep disturbances, chronic pain, medical illness, and helping people deal with grief and loss. I was named a "Top Therapist" by Washingtonian Magazine in 2009 for my work with OCD, Panic, Phobias, and Generalized Anxiety Disorders.
If you want help in overcoming depression, anxiety, and relationship problems, I have over 30 years of experience working with people like you. I have been trained in a practical, compassionate, brand of cognitive-behavioral therapy, and have learned to add techniques such as EMDR and Mindfulness to the basic approach I have used. I have special training in treating anxiety problems, mood disorders, sleep disturbances, chronic pain, medical illness, and helping people deal with grief and loss. I was named a "Top Therapist" by Washingtonian Magazine in 2009 for my work with OCD, Panic, Phobias, and Generalized Anxiety Disorders.
Todd A. Gearheart
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Herndon, VA 20171
My theoretical foundation is person-centered with a strong influence of hu manistic counseling therapies such as positive psychology. My philosophy focuses attention on the present and future. I focus on goal-oriented questioning to assist a client in moving into a future-oriented direction to help the client reduce negative thinking and behaviors, increase motivation and resiliency, and become a healthier and happier, hu man being. I take a very holistic approach to counseling in which I focus on the integration of the mind, body, and spirit.
My theoretical foundation is person-centered with a strong influence of hu manistic counseling therapies such as positive psychology. My philosophy focuses attention on the present and future. I focus on goal-oriented questioning to assist a client in moving into a future-oriented direction to help the client reduce negative thinking and behaviors, increase motivation and resiliency, and become a healthier and happier, hu man being. I take a very holistic approach to counseling in which I focus on the integration of the mind, body, and spirit.
Jamere Vincent Woody
Resident in Counseling, 070, 4017, 150
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Leesburg, VA 20176
My ideal client is anyone ready to do the work. Whether you are 100% invested or 1% percent invested. I am here to support you no matter where you are on the readiness scale. Change can be difficult and scary to navigate. It can bring up emotions such as guilt, shame, anger, resentment, fear, jealousy, and all the other emotions that people would rather not experience. Together I believe we can navigate these difficult emotions, reach your goals, and improve your quality of life.
My ideal client is anyone ready to do the work. Whether you are 100% invested or 1% percent invested. I am here to support you no matter where you are on the readiness scale. Change can be difficult and scary to navigate. It can bring up emotions such as guilt, shame, anger, resentment, fear, jealousy, and all the other emotions that people would rather not experience. Together I believe we can navigate these difficult emotions, reach your goals, and improve your quality of life.
Antonio Kallungal
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Fairfax, VA 22030 (Online Only)
Do you struggle with worrying about whether you fit in? Have you ever at times felt ashamed for being who you are? As a therapist who works heavily with individuals in BIPOC and LGBTQ+ communities, I can help. Becoming a fully integrated person is a life long journey and I am so excited to walk alongside you in this. My goal as a therapist is to help you fully realize your self worth, gain self confidence, and truly love yourself for who you are. I firmly believe that every individual deserves to love and accept themselves, and this is where I hope I can assist..
Do you struggle with worrying about whether you fit in? Have you ever at times felt ashamed for being who you are? As a therapist who works heavily with individuals in BIPOC and LGBTQ+ communities, I can help. Becoming a fully integrated person is a life long journey and I am so excited to walk alongside you in this. My goal as a therapist is to help you fully realize your self worth, gain self confidence, and truly love yourself for who you are. I firmly believe that every individual deserves to love and accept themselves, and this is where I hope I can assist..
As a licensed professional counselor and certified mental perfor mance consultant who has experience both in a clinical setting and athletic environment, my goal is to support you in addressing any difficulties you are faced with while focusing on your strengths and guiding you in achieving wellness, happiness and success in your life.
Kaimare, known to many as Kai, I was born and raised in the southern most isles of the Caribbean, Trinidad and Tobago. Devoted to supporting others grow and overcome any challenges they face, I began my career within the field of mental health in 2013 and have gained experience in a variety of clinical roles especially in an outpatient therapy setting where I have worked with hundreds of individuals managing challenges with depression, anxiety, self esteem and more.
As a licensed professional counselor and certified mental perfor mance consultant who has experience both in a clinical setting and athletic environment, my goal is to support you in addressing any difficulties you are faced with while focusing on your strengths and guiding you in achieving wellness, happiness and success in your life.
Kaimare, known to many as Kai, I was born and raised in the southern most isles of the Caribbean, Trinidad and Tobago. Devoted to supporting others grow and overcome any challenges they face, I began my career within the field of mental health in 2013 and have gained experience in a variety of clinical roles especially in an outpatient therapy setting where I have worked with hundreds of individuals managing challenges with depression, anxiety, self esteem and more.
We are always expanding our knowledge to better serve our clients and work in a collaborative manner.
Summit Counseling provides child, adolescent, couples, and family therapy, eliciting strengths to achieve one's potential and well-being. Our clinicians are experienced working with a diverse population. We gently expose deeper issues that cause pain and process them in a compassionate way. We help clients generate their own positive experiences to further their behavior changes. We help clients stuck with negative thinking patterns. We work with clients struggling to accept change.
We are always expanding our knowledge to better serve our clients and work in a collaborative manner.
Summit Counseling provides child, adolescent, couples, and family therapy, eliciting strengths to achieve one's potential and well-being. Our clinicians are experienced working with a diverse population. We gently expose deeper issues that cause pain and process them in a compassionate way. We help clients generate their own positive experiences to further their behavior changes. We help clients stuck with negative thinking patterns. We work with clients struggling to accept change.
Logan Clark Taylor
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CSOTP, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woodbridge, VA 22192
I have worked extensively with adolescents and adults on issues such as substance abuse, anger management, sexual offending, anxiety, depression, and suicidal ideation.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Certified Sex Offender Treatment Provider (CSOTP) in the state of Virginia. In 2017 I graduated from Marymount University in Arlington, Virginia with two master’s degrees in Forensic Psychology and Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I completed my Practicum at a non-profit serving individuals with dual diagnosis mental health and substance abuse disorders. I later completed my two semester internship at Counseling and Forensic Services, Inc – Where I am currently working as a Therapist.
I have worked extensively with adolescents and adults on issues such as substance abuse, anger management, sexual offending, anxiety, depression, and suicidal ideation.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Certified Sex Offender Treatment Provider (CSOTP) in the state of Virginia. In 2017 I graduated from Marymount University in Arlington, Virginia with two master’s degrees in Forensic Psychology and Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I completed my Practicum at a non-profit serving individuals with dual diagnosis mental health and substance abuse disorders. I later completed my two semester internship at Counseling and Forensic Services, Inc – Where I am currently working as a Therapist.
Jason N Steele
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
McLean, VA 22101
Is the trauma in your past making your present difficult? Are you having trouble connecting with your child? Have you adopted a child and find that simply providing a loving home does not seem to be enough? Call so that we can talk about your struggles with anxiety, depression, family relationships or history of being abused. I want to work with you to find hope and healing.
Is the trauma in your past making your present difficult? Are you having trouble connecting with your child? Have you adopted a child and find that simply providing a loving home does not seem to be enough? Call so that we can talk about your struggles with anxiety, depression, family relationships or history of being abused. I want to work with you to find hope and healing.
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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.