Male Therapists in Giles County, VA
Michael Orndoff is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 4 years of experience in the field of Social Work. He is passionate about helping adults, adolescents, and couples manage their own unique challenges in their daily life. Michael specializes in relationship issues, depression, career concerns, anger management, building self-esteem, and parenting concerns. Michael completed his Master's Degree in Social Work from Norfolk State University and his Bachelor's degree in Social Work from Virginia Wesleyan University.
Michael Orndoff is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 4 years of experience in the field of Social Work. He is passionate about helping adults, adolescents, and couples manage their own unique challenges in their daily life. Michael specializes in relationship issues, depression, career concerns, anger management, building self-esteem, and parenting concerns. Michael completed his Master's Degree in Social Work from Norfolk State University and his Bachelor's degree in Social Work from Virginia Wesleyan University.
I have been a Licensed Professional Counselor for over 20 years. I have worked with men, wo men, teens, and families on various issues. Sometimes that work involved helping them through a particular incident or life change that overwhelmed them. Other times, our work centered around longstanding topics of depression, anxiety, trauma, and addiction. With years of both institutional and outpatient experience, I enjoy helping people move from a place they can no longer tolerate to one where they feel happier and more effective. I also provide clinical supervision for LPC residents.
I have been a Licensed Professional Counselor for over 20 years. I have worked with men, wo men, teens, and families on various issues. Sometimes that work involved helping them through a particular incident or life change that overwhelmed them. Other times, our work centered around longstanding topics of depression, anxiety, trauma, and addiction. With years of both institutional and outpatient experience, I enjoy helping people move from a place they can no longer tolerate to one where they feel happier and more effective. I also provide clinical supervision for LPC residents.
My name is Matt Sandford and I have been practicing as a Licensed Professional Counselor for 14 years now, with 16 years of total experience. I believe that creating a safe space enables people to explore and process the stuff on their minds and in their hearts, which can lead to healthiness, strength, and growth. I have a variety of experiences, but I specialize in stress and anxiety, relationship challenges, marriage, self-worth challenges, and spiritual challenges.
My name is Matt Sandford and I have been practicing as a Licensed Professional Counselor for 14 years now, with 16 years of total experience. I believe that creating a safe space enables people to explore and process the stuff on their minds and in their hearts, which can lead to healthiness, strength, and growth. I have a variety of experiences, but I specialize in stress and anxiety, relationship challenges, marriage, self-worth challenges, and spiritual challenges.
Online Therapists
As a resident counselor my goal is to assist potential clients with regulating their emotions, increasing goal-directed behavior, and understanding/ managing their mental health symptoms.
As a resident counselor I aim to provide person-centered therapy that is focused on building rapport with the client to ensure that they feel heard and validated. I also deliver evidence based practices when necessary to ensure that the therapy being provided is safe & ethical above all else. Counseling should be tailored to the individual's needs, and I will work with anyone to help develop a treatment plan that meets those needs adequately.
As a resident counselor my goal is to assist potential clients with regulating their emotions, increasing goal-directed behavior, and understanding/ managing their mental health symptoms.
As a resident counselor I aim to provide person-centered therapy that is focused on building rapport with the client to ensure that they feel heard and validated. I also deliver evidence based practices when necessary to ensure that the therapy being provided is safe & ethical above all else. Counseling should be tailored to the individual's needs, and I will work with anyone to help develop a treatment plan that meets those needs adequately.
My passion is driven through the use of self, and fostering an environment that can lead to self-actualization. We often ask ourselves, how can we become better and feel like we have self-worth? Do you find yourself often thinking, how can I take the next step to better my overall emotional health and live a life of purpose and fulfillment? Therapy can lead to a better understanding of our own mental health and reveal underlining causes that are often caused by our own self-disrupting behaviors. I believe that each and every person has the toolbelt they need to overcome their daily struggles, but we often just need some assistance.
My passion is driven through the use of self, and fostering an environment that can lead to self-actualization. We often ask ourselves, how can we become better and feel like we have self-worth? Do you find yourself often thinking, how can I take the next step to better my overall emotional health and live a life of purpose and fulfillment? Therapy can lead to a better understanding of our own mental health and reveal underlining causes that are often caused by our own self-disrupting behaviors. I believe that each and every person has the toolbelt they need to overcome their daily struggles, but we often just need some assistance.
Wesley Brusseau
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Salem, VA 24153
Waitlist for new clients
I have a bachelor's degree in Hu man Services Counseling and a master's degree in Social Work.
I am a warm, compassionate, and trustworthy therapist who helps clients with challenges related to life transitions. I most enjoy working with clients who are motivated to make changes and committed to feeling better. And because mental and emotional well-being is only one piece of overall healthy living, my approach to working with clients focuses on the whole self, including the mind-body connection. My goal is to help you uncover and work with the root cause of what you’re experiencing to help you achieve personal transformation and reach your full potential.
I have a bachelor's degree in Hu man Services Counseling and a master's degree in Social Work.
I am a warm, compassionate, and trustworthy therapist who helps clients with challenges related to life transitions. I most enjoy working with clients who are motivated to make changes and committed to feeling better. And because mental and emotional well-being is only one piece of overall healthy living, my approach to working with clients focuses on the whole self, including the mind-body connection. My goal is to help you uncover and work with the root cause of what you’re experiencing to help you achieve personal transformation and reach your full potential.
ABT Counseling Roanoke and Salem Offices
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Roanoke, VA 24018
We are an outpatient mental health practice in Roanoke, Salem, Blacksburg, Daleville, and Floyd, Virginia, dedicated to helping patients overcome emotional problems using counseling techniques that promote more rapid recovery than traditional non-directive therapy. Everyone goes through challenging situations, and while you may have successfully navigated through other difficulties you’ve faced, there’s nothing wrong with seeking out extra support when needed. Therapy provides long-lasting benefits and support, giving you the tools you need to avoid triggers, re-direct damaging patterns, and overcome whatever challenges you face.
We are an outpatient mental health practice in Roanoke, Salem, Blacksburg, Daleville, and Floyd, Virginia, dedicated to helping patients overcome emotional problems using counseling techniques that promote more rapid recovery than traditional non-directive therapy. Everyone goes through challenging situations, and while you may have successfully navigated through other difficulties you’ve faced, there’s nothing wrong with seeking out extra support when needed. Therapy provides long-lasting benefits and support, giving you the tools you need to avoid triggers, re-direct damaging patterns, and overcome whatever challenges you face.
Brambleton Assessment and Counseling Center
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMHP-R
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Roanoke, VA 24018
Hello, my name is Bernard, and I am a Counselor in residency licensed by the Virginia Board of Counseling. I have a Masters Degree in Mental Health Counseling. I am open to working with a variety of populations because I like to help individuals reach their goal of wellness. I predominantly use a CBT approach in sessions but am open to other approaches if needed. As an individual, your choice to reach out for help is a big decision which makes it important that you feel comfortable working with your therapist. If you decide to come visit me, all sessions will follow the guidelines of the ACA Code of Ethics Manual.
Hello, my name is Bernard, and I am a Counselor in residency licensed by the Virginia Board of Counseling. I have a Masters Degree in Mental Health Counseling. I am open to working with a variety of populations because I like to help individuals reach their goal of wellness. I predominantly use a CBT approach in sessions but am open to other approaches if needed. As an individual, your choice to reach out for help is a big decision which makes it important that you feel comfortable working with your therapist. If you decide to come visit me, all sessions will follow the guidelines of the ACA Code of Ethics Manual.
Steven T. Licardi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Blacksburg, VA 24060
Feeling overwhelmed by anxiety? Struggling with your emotions? Feeling lost in relationships? Looking to unlock or expand your creativity? Are you seeking a shame-free space to engage your curiosities and explore uncomfortable questions? With over a decade of experience on both sides of the couch, my holistic and empathetic practice will help you to develop new ways of thinking, feeling, relating to others, and being in the world. I work with my clients to co-create an environment of trust, honesty, and mutual accountability. I believe in the power of collective liberation and our innate ability to heal. Together.
Feeling overwhelmed by anxiety? Struggling with your emotions? Feeling lost in relationships? Looking to unlock or expand your creativity? Are you seeking a shame-free space to engage your curiosities and explore uncomfortable questions? With over a decade of experience on both sides of the couch, my holistic and empathetic practice will help you to develop new ways of thinking, feeling, relating to others, and being in the world. I work with my clients to co-create an environment of trust, honesty, and mutual accountability. I believe in the power of collective liberation and our innate ability to heal. Together.
Ken Blanchard
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lynchburg, VA 24502
I am passionate about helping people. I believe strongly that the foundation of successful therapy is having a strong therapeutic relationship with my clients, and that each one must believe that my office is a safe place to be authentic and honest about their struggles. This is the basis for being able to treat the underlying issue, and not just the symptom. I am a Christian counselor, and trust God to lead me with His wisdom to help each person. I combine this with sound, evidence based therapeutic techniques/systems to help my clients find true freedom!
I am passionate about helping people. I believe strongly that the foundation of successful therapy is having a strong therapeutic relationship with my clients, and that each one must believe that my office is a safe place to be authentic and honest about their struggles. This is the basis for being able to treat the underlying issue, and not just the symptom. I am a Christian counselor, and trust God to lead me with His wisdom to help each person. I combine this with sound, evidence based therapeutic techniques/systems to help my clients find true freedom!
When you come into my office, I assure you will be met with kindness, respect, and the belief that you can get through your challenges. You will set the pace and together we will explore proven solutions to enhance your confidence and well-being. It is my goal that you will leave each session feeling understood and with hope.
When you come into my office, I assure you will be met with kindness, respect, and the belief that you can get through your challenges. You will set the pace and together we will explore proven solutions to enhance your confidence and well-being. It is my goal that you will leave each session feeling understood and with hope.
Ken Kronheim has been a licensed therapist since 2007. As a retired fire rescue chief, Ken possesses the experience and insight not only to ease physical suffering but help mental health as well. Ken's goal is to not only make you "feel" better but also help you "get" better. My focus Ken has a vast amount of experience with front-line/professional personnel such as first responders, medical field, military, law, educators and their families as well as college aged students. Ken utilizes an eclectic approach to therapy while primarily utilizing CBT, REBT, and solution-focused techniques.
Ken Kronheim has been a licensed therapist since 2007. As a retired fire rescue chief, Ken possesses the experience and insight not only to ease physical suffering but help mental health as well. Ken's goal is to not only make you "feel" better but also help you "get" better. My focus Ken has a vast amount of experience with front-line/professional personnel such as first responders, medical field, military, law, educators and their families as well as college aged students. Ken utilizes an eclectic approach to therapy while primarily utilizing CBT, REBT, and solution-focused techniques.
R. Mike Anderson
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC, ACS
Verified Verified
Lynchburg, VA 24502
Hello, As a clinical director, I understand the importance of understanding and honoring the needs of my clients. My Life experience and clinical understanding inspires me to co-create change with and for my clients. My faith and family have helped me stay balanced and energized for service. I love helping clients uncover facts that were hidden from view. I love seeing a person's eyes light up when they uncover unconscious truths that emerge during counseling. I love seeing the smile and life come back into a person who had begun to doubt whether solutions could be found. It’s exciting! I love my job!
Hello, As a clinical director, I understand the importance of understanding and honoring the needs of my clients. My Life experience and clinical understanding inspires me to co-create change with and for my clients. My faith and family have helped me stay balanced and energized for service. I love helping clients uncover facts that were hidden from view. I love seeing a person's eyes light up when they uncover unconscious truths that emerge during counseling. I love seeing the smile and life come back into a person who had begun to doubt whether solutions could be found. It’s exciting! I love my job!
Hi there! I am Nathaniel "Nate" Alexander, a Licensed Professional Counselor with 26 years of experience. I am also a Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC) in Virginia. I specialize in the areas of addiction, codependency, life transitions, relapse prevention, and relationship issues, and I utilize treatment approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral, Couples Therapy, Marital, Motivational Interviewing, and Relational therapies. I believe that if a person uses sound common sense, their decision-making efforts and life outcomes will improve.
Hi there! I am Nathaniel "Nate" Alexander, a Licensed Professional Counselor with 26 years of experience. I am also a Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC) in Virginia. I specialize in the areas of addiction, codependency, life transitions, relapse prevention, and relationship issues, and I utilize treatment approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral, Couples Therapy, Marital, Motivational Interviewing, and Relational therapies. I believe that if a person uses sound common sense, their decision-making efforts and life outcomes will improve.
I want you to feel heard, understood, supported, and cared for, so that you can live your life the way you would like to. We will work towards forming a relationship that allows us to explore your strengths, your needs, and your goals at a pace that feels comfortable. Motivational Interviewing methods help me inspire a sense of confidence in the people I serve.
I want you to feel heard, understood, supported, and cared for, so that you can live your life the way you would like to. We will work towards forming a relationship that allows us to explore your strengths, your needs, and your goals at a pace that feels comfortable. Motivational Interviewing methods help me inspire a sense of confidence in the people I serve.
Chris Brown
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CCLS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Roanoke, VA 24012 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My approach is both directive and accepting. I am a client-centered therapist. I can help solve problems that can take years to resolve on their own by teaching new skills and giving homework to practice in between sessions. At the same time I allow clients to dictate the goals, pace, and intensity of their counseling sessions. I don't fix people. I look for what is going right and help you or your relationship do more of it.
My approach is both directive and accepting. I am a client-centered therapist. I can help solve problems that can take years to resolve on their own by teaching new skills and giving homework to practice in between sessions. At the same time I allow clients to dictate the goals, pace, and intensity of their counseling sessions. I don't fix people. I look for what is going right and help you or your relationship do more of it.
I take a whole person view of well being and draw from many approaches to assist my clients on a variety of issues including; Trauma informed care, CBT, Attachment theory, Emotionally focused therapy, Acceptance and Commitment therapy, evidenced based mindfulness practices, and EMDR.
Welcome! If you are looking for someone who is deeply committed to listening and caring for you in your unique situation, who has been equipped with knowledge and skill to truly help you in your journey, and has had significant experience working with a wide variety of clients and issues, I may be a good fit for you. I have an undergraduate degree in psychology, an MDIV and a Masters in Counseling, and am a life long learner who engages my clients with warm evidenced based care.
I take a whole person view of well being and draw from many approaches to assist my clients on a variety of issues including; Trauma informed care, CBT, Attachment theory, Emotionally focused therapy, Acceptance and Commitment therapy, evidenced based mindfulness practices, and EMDR.
Welcome! If you are looking for someone who is deeply committed to listening and caring for you in your unique situation, who has been equipped with knowledge and skill to truly help you in your journey, and has had significant experience working with a wide variety of clients and issues, I may be a good fit for you. I have an undergraduate degree in psychology, an MDIV and a Masters in Counseling, and am a life long learner who engages my clients with warm evidenced based care.
Scott Cundiff
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Roanoke, VA 24018
Waitlist for new clients
I also see many children and teens who are angry, don't like folllwing rules, are mad at the world or just feel plain lost.
I work with older children, tweens, adolescents, young adults and their parents. I also see individuals struggling with a variety of concerns. I provide couples therapy as well for highly motivated couples who are eager to improve their relationship. Common problem situations I often see: Parenting anxiety, impulse control issues (gaming, pornography etc.), anger control, burn-out, relationship fatigue, difficult family dynamics, anxiety and depression which comes from many sources including traumatic experiences. I also help individuals of all types, often feeling burdoned discover the preferred path that they wish to walk in life.
I also see many children and teens who are angry, don't like folllwing rules, are mad at the world or just feel plain lost.
I work with older children, tweens, adolescents, young adults and their parents. I also see individuals struggling with a variety of concerns. I provide couples therapy as well for highly motivated couples who are eager to improve their relationship. Common problem situations I often see: Parenting anxiety, impulse control issues (gaming, pornography etc.), anger control, burn-out, relationship fatigue, difficult family dynamics, anxiety and depression which comes from many sources including traumatic experiences. I also help individuals of all types, often feeling burdoned discover the preferred path that they wish to walk in life.
As a therapist, I believe every story is different. I strive to provide a service centered around the client’s individual experience. A space that is safe, comfortable, & free of judgement. It is important that the client be in control of their own therapeutic experience.
As a therapist, I believe every story is different. I strive to provide a service centered around the client’s individual experience. A space that is safe, comfortable, & free of judgement. It is important that the client be in control of their own therapeutic experience.
My name is Matt Sandford and I have been practicing as a Licensed Professional Counselor for 14 years now, with 16 years of total experience. I believe that creating a safe space enables people to explore and process the stuff on their minds and in their hearts, which can lead to healthiness, strength, and growth. I have a variety of experiences, but I specialize in stress and anxiety, relationship challenges, marriage, self-worth challenges, and spiritual challenges.
My name is Matt Sandford and I have been practicing as a Licensed Professional Counselor for 14 years now, with 16 years of total experience. I believe that creating a safe space enables people to explore and process the stuff on their minds and in their hearts, which can lead to healthiness, strength, and growth. I have a variety of experiences, but I specialize in stress and anxiety, relationship challenges, marriage, self-worth challenges, and spiritual challenges.
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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.