Male Therapists in Joint Base Lewis Mcchord, WA
Norman Edward Dobson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Joint Base Lewis Mcchord, WA 98433
Thank you for your interest. I am a retired (2001) combat veteran with twenty years of military service. My credentials/licenses are in Marriage & Family Therapy, Mental Health Counseling, and Chemical Dependency. My therapeutic approach is based on cognitive behavior research which has found a strong correlation between thoughts and behaviors. Additionally, I use the Narrative Therapy approach to understand emotions rooted in the client's life experiences that shape their strengths, fears, beliefs, values, and reactions to different types of stress.
Thank you for your interest. I am a retired (2001) combat veteran with twenty years of military service. My credentials/licenses are in Marriage & Family Therapy, Mental Health Counseling, and Chemical Dependency. My therapeutic approach is based on cognitive behavior research which has found a strong correlation between thoughts and behaviors. Additionally, I use the Narrative Therapy approach to understand emotions rooted in the client's life experiences that shape their strengths, fears, beliefs, values, and reactions to different types of stress.
Mike Pereira
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSWA, MHP
Verified Verified
Joint Base Lewis Mcchord, WA 98433
Accepting new clients. The journey to healing begins with a desire to feel better. Together, we’ll work to discover what “better” looks like and what can be done to achieve it. There are many ways life shows us we are stuck in our own story; addiction, depression, anxiety, anger and many other indicators can be present when we’re experiencing such pain. How did we get here? How do we get out? What are we holding onto? Who can we not let go?
Accepting new clients. The journey to healing begins with a desire to feel better. Together, we’ll work to discover what “better” looks like and what can be done to achieve it. There are many ways life shows us we are stuck in our own story; addiction, depression, anxiety, anger and many other indicators can be present when we’re experiencing such pain. How did we get here? How do we get out? What are we holding onto? Who can we not let go?
I remember when I showed up to my first counseling appointment as a client. I was nervous, embarrassed, and feeling defeated. In that moment, my physical body carried those emotions in that it felt on edge, almost willing me to get up and leave the counseling center. I also remember the connection I made with my counselor during that first session, and how I knew that is what I needed for that season of life. I understand that for most clients, showing up to their first (or second, or fiftieth..) counseling appointment is terrifying. For many, it feels like they don’t know where else to go, what to do, or who to turn to.
I remember when I showed up to my first counseling appointment as a client. I was nervous, embarrassed, and feeling defeated. In that moment, my physical body carried those emotions in that it felt on edge, almost willing me to get up and leave the counseling center. I also remember the connection I made with my counselor during that first session, and how I knew that is what I needed for that season of life. I understand that for most clients, showing up to their first (or second, or fiftieth..) counseling appointment is terrifying. For many, it feels like they don’t know where else to go, what to do, or who to turn to.
Robert E Bates
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Joint Base Lewis Mcchord, WA 98433 (Online Only)
I am currently Focusing on Military Veterans in my practice: We can all use a little help now and then. I bring a diverse skill set of life and counseling experience. I grew up with a tumultuous household in a small community. I joined the military at a young age and have lived and worked throughout the world. I have had my own family, raising children weathering many successes and failures in the process. I have experienced counseling as a client; my personal experience enhances my great respect for my clients' vulnerability in our sessions. I am a fellow traveler in life, as you learn and grow so do I.
I am currently Focusing on Military Veterans in my practice: We can all use a little help now and then. I bring a diverse skill set of life and counseling experience. I grew up with a tumultuous household in a small community. I joined the military at a young age and have lived and worked throughout the world. I have had my own family, raising children weathering many successes and failures in the process. I have experienced counseling as a client; my personal experience enhances my great respect for my clients' vulnerability in our sessions. I am a fellow traveler in life, as you learn and grow so do I.
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James Benoit
Counselor, LMHC, MHP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
University Place, WA 98467
Not accepting new clients
In seeking support, you have shifted your perspective toward growth and healing. Human beings are social creatures. We need others. We are hurt by others. We heal in relation to others. We all need support during the challenging times life throws our way. You may feel like you have been here before, and that's normal. You have likely tried countless approaches to resolve a conflict and have run out of solutions. Some days and some conversations feel impossible to start. You might call it stress, anxiety, fear, depression, or heaviness, or see those traits in your child or loved one. Whatever its name, your work has begun.
In seeking support, you have shifted your perspective toward growth and healing. Human beings are social creatures. We need others. We are hurt by others. We heal in relation to others. We all need support during the challenging times life throws our way. You may feel like you have been here before, and that's normal. You have likely tried countless approaches to resolve a conflict and have run out of solutions. Some days and some conversations feel impossible to start. You might call it stress, anxiety, fear, depression, or heaviness, or see those traits in your child or loved one. Whatever its name, your work has begun.
Dr. Jed Savard provides mental health therapy and consultation with adolescents and adults in a collaborative-partnership approach. He works therapeutically in a solution-focused approach of mutual understanding, thoughtful communication, and respect in identifying areas of growth and reduction of anxiety and depressive difficulties.
Dr. Jed Savard provides mental health therapy and consultation with adolescents and adults in a collaborative-partnership approach. He works therapeutically in a solution-focused approach of mutual understanding, thoughtful communication, and respect in identifying areas of growth and reduction of anxiety and depressive difficulties.
Entering into therapy is a courageous decision to seek life in response to whatever concerns and challenges have gotten your attention. Everyone bears experiences that have had an alienating and destructive impact on their relationship with others and with themselves. Without the support of another to work through these experiences and use them for our growth, these destructive effects often compound over time as we cope and try to heal on our own. Counseling is an opportunity to receive the kind of support that can enable you to find not only relief, but the goodness you have struggled to access in yourself and your relationships.
Entering into therapy is a courageous decision to seek life in response to whatever concerns and challenges have gotten your attention. Everyone bears experiences that have had an alienating and destructive impact on their relationship with others and with themselves. Without the support of another to work through these experiences and use them for our growth, these destructive effects often compound over time as we cope and try to heal on our own. Counseling is an opportunity to receive the kind of support that can enable you to find not only relief, but the goodness you have struggled to access in yourself and your relationships.
Whether female or male, we treat individuals who are overweight or obese for weight loss services, if you medically qualify. If you have a hormonal imbalance, such as low T, we can treat that as well. If you are male with erectile dysfunction, we can treat that through oral or injectable ED medications. If you are a female patient with anorgasmia, we have medications available for that as well.
Whether female or male, we treat individuals who are overweight or obese for weight loss services, if you medically qualify. If you have a hormonal imbalance, such as low T, we can treat that as well. If you are male with erectile dysfunction, we can treat that through oral or injectable ED medications. If you are a female patient with anorgasmia, we have medications available for that as well.
Hello, I'm Shawn Berthel, (M.S., LCMHC). In my private practice, I believe you can be helped to make shifts in your behavior and thinking processes, to create awareness of your issues, and to change the areas you wish to correct. You will be encouraged to empower yourself, and become a partner in your own self-care. These changes may be slow or difficult at first. However, I know that you have the innate power to maximize your strengths and seek out necessary support, so you can move forward positively into a new life filled with opportunity.
Hello, I'm Shawn Berthel, (M.S., LCMHC). In my private practice, I believe you can be helped to make shifts in your behavior and thinking processes, to create awareness of your issues, and to change the areas you wish to correct. You will be encouraged to empower yourself, and become a partner in your own self-care. These changes may be slow or difficult at first. However, I know that you have the innate power to maximize your strengths and seek out necessary support, so you can move forward positively into a new life filled with opportunity.
Develop Minded Therapies
Counselor, LMHC, NCC, CFMHE, CEAP, DBTC, CCCE
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98409
Everyone wants to be heard. One of the most fulfilling experiences for us as individuals is to tell our story and have it heard. My first priority when working with a new client is to find a way for them to tell their story and then to hear/receive it and validate their feelings. People have a variety of ways for communicating their feelings and experiences, for this reason I utilize several different interventions to help the client share their story in a safe and comfortable environment. My services are available in English and Spanish. I also service Oregon and Idaho.
Everyone wants to be heard. One of the most fulfilling experiences for us as individuals is to tell our story and have it heard. My first priority when working with a new client is to find a way for them to tell their story and then to hear/receive it and validate their feelings. People have a variety of ways for communicating their feelings and experiences, for this reason I utilize several different interventions to help the client share their story in a safe and comfortable environment. My services are available in English and Spanish. I also service Oregon and Idaho.
Hello. My name is Joshua Lennox, of Northwest Pastoral Counseling. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor serving South Tacoma, and surrounding areas. I realize that if you are reading this there is most likely something painful, or difficult in your life. Maybe it is: depression, infidelity, anxiety, relationship problems, the loss of someone or something, a struggling child, spiritual issues, infertility, or any of the other many issues we as humans sometimes experience. I'm here to tell you that there is hope. I look forward to meeting with you to assist you with the situations you are currently facing.
Hello. My name is Joshua Lennox, of Northwest Pastoral Counseling. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor serving South Tacoma, and surrounding areas. I realize that if you are reading this there is most likely something painful, or difficult in your life. Maybe it is: depression, infidelity, anxiety, relationship problems, the loss of someone or something, a struggling child, spiritual issues, infertility, or any of the other many issues we as humans sometimes experience. I'm here to tell you that there is hope. I look forward to meeting with you to assist you with the situations you are currently facing.
Graham holds a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from The Seattle School of Theology and Psychology. Graham employs a variety of therapeutic modalities (including somatic, narrative, mindfulness, Internal Family Systems and psychodynamic approaches), but his primary focus is utilizing the relationship between therapist and client to foster change. Graham believes we all experience pain, sadness, fear, anger, trauma and uncertainty; these feelings and experiences are often pushed away and can result in distressing or unwanted behaviors.
Graham holds a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from The Seattle School of Theology and Psychology. Graham employs a variety of therapeutic modalities (including somatic, narrative, mindfulness, Internal Family Systems and psychodynamic approaches), but his primary focus is utilizing the relationship between therapist and client to foster change. Graham believes we all experience pain, sadness, fear, anger, trauma and uncertainty; these feelings and experiences are often pushed away and can result in distressing or unwanted behaviors.
I work with adult men and women of any age who are ready and motivated to change. I especially enjoy working with folks struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, challenges associated with change, grief and loss and those struggling with relationships both at home and in the work place.
I work with adult men and women of any age who are ready and motivated to change. I especially enjoy working with folks struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, challenges associated with change, grief and loss and those struggling with relationships both at home and in the work place.
I am a therapist of color that is passionate about helping other people thrive in every area of life. Living in a society where we aren't given permission to express our emotions or given the skills to handle them can lead us to a place of feeling stuck, isolated, and confused. Whether it's feeling low or depressed from life circumstances, anger from past trauma and injustices, or just feeling tired of being sick and tired; I have experienced all of these things and want to help you examine and unpack the troubles you are experiencing in life. In my practice, I create a space for you to be the authentic you with no judgment or shame
I am a therapist of color that is passionate about helping other people thrive in every area of life. Living in a society where we aren't given permission to express our emotions or given the skills to handle them can lead us to a place of feeling stuck, isolated, and confused. Whether it's feeling low or depressed from life circumstances, anger from past trauma and injustices, or just feeling tired of being sick and tired; I have experienced all of these things and want to help you examine and unpack the troubles you are experiencing in life. In my practice, I create a space for you to be the authentic you with no judgment or shame
A down-to-earth approach is often what is needed to get to the heart of the struggles in our lives... Psychospiritual growth, relationship issues and somatic (body) awareness are at the core of my working with people. I also offer communication skills to improve interpersonal or team dynamics within work environments. Together we will co-create a sacred space where the depths of your feelings and concerns can be safely explored, processed, and supported. My role will be to accompany and intuitively guide you on this unfolding, transformational journey.
A down-to-earth approach is often what is needed to get to the heart of the struggles in our lives... Psychospiritual growth, relationship issues and somatic (body) awareness are at the core of my working with people. I also offer communication skills to improve interpersonal or team dynamics within work environments. Together we will co-create a sacred space where the depths of your feelings and concerns can be safely explored, processed, and supported. My role will be to accompany and intuitively guide you on this unfolding, transformational journey.
Trenton Williams has been a member of the clinical staff at LifeStance (formerly Rainier Behavioral Health) since 1992. He graduated with honors in 1989 from the California School of Professional Psychology in San Diego with a Ph.D. in clinical psychology. He completed a post-doctoral internship in 1992. His training is in adult and adolescent psychology, and he is also experienced in marital therapy. He has worked in a variety of roles such as crisis counselor, teaching assistant, and research assistant. He has been a dedicated psychologist since 1989.
Trenton Williams has been a member of the clinical staff at LifeStance (formerly Rainier Behavioral Health) since 1992. He graduated with honors in 1989 from the California School of Professional Psychology in San Diego with a Ph.D. in clinical psychology. He completed a post-doctoral internship in 1992. His training is in adult and adolescent psychology, and he is also experienced in marital therapy. He has worked in a variety of roles such as crisis counselor, teaching assistant, and research assistant. He has been a dedicated psychologist since 1989.
We are wired for relationship. It shapes us into who we are -- for better or for worse -- and yet also offers the healing we desperately desire. As your counselor, I am committed to you and to fostering an authentic, genuine relationship that allows for such healing to begin.
We are wired for relationship. It shapes us into who we are -- for better or for worse -- and yet also offers the healing we desperately desire. As your counselor, I am committed to you and to fostering an authentic, genuine relationship that allows for such healing to begin.
Sex addiction is real. As someone familiar with addictions, I understand the desperation and desire to be free of your compulsion. I can show you a proven method to recover from sexual addiction and return to the life you were intended to live with integrity and serenity. Have you lost enough? Have you and your family suffered enough? Trying harder has led you to where you are now. Isn't it time to try something better. If you are ready to follow a simple program to recovery, let me show you. I am here to help.
Sex addiction is real. As someone familiar with addictions, I understand the desperation and desire to be free of your compulsion. I can show you a proven method to recover from sexual addiction and return to the life you were intended to live with integrity and serenity. Have you lost enough? Have you and your family suffered enough? Trying harder has led you to where you are now. Isn't it time to try something better. If you are ready to follow a simple program to recovery, let me show you. I am here to help.
James T. Capellaro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LMSW-C, ACSW, EMDR-Q
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Dupont, WA 98327 (Online Only)
Hello, I’m James, and thank you for being here. Whether you are new to therapy or have been sitting on the couch for years, welcome! First off, there is no perfect way to do therapy and there is no perfect way to client. So, I hope for you less pressure and worry in exploring this curious thing called therapy. I strive to make my practice safe, comfortable, individualized and resourceful. Another core tenant of my practice that I find equally important: your leadership. You are the expert of you, even if you may not always feel it - I'll do my very best to be of resource to you. (Response 48-72 hrs)
Hello, I’m James, and thank you for being here. Whether you are new to therapy or have been sitting on the couch for years, welcome! First off, there is no perfect way to do therapy and there is no perfect way to client. So, I hope for you less pressure and worry in exploring this curious thing called therapy. I strive to make my practice safe, comfortable, individualized and resourceful. Another core tenant of my practice that I find equally important: your leadership. You are the expert of you, even if you may not always feel it - I'll do my very best to be of resource to you. (Response 48-72 hrs)
Traverse Therapy Services
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFTA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
University Place, WA 98467
We are accepting new clients. My name is Zane Tschida. I believe relational dynamics, emotional suppression, and our mental framework lie at the root of most problems. Life can be a chaotic journey, leaving us with nowhere to go with all of our turmoil. I want to help you create a space where I can sit with you in your pain. I utilize an Emotion-Focused lens with couples, a relational/systemic approach with families, and Dialectical Behavior therapy with individuals.
We are accepting new clients. My name is Zane Tschida. I believe relational dynamics, emotional suppression, and our mental framework lie at the root of most problems. Life can be a chaotic journey, leaving us with nowhere to go with all of our turmoil. I want to help you create a space where I can sit with you in your pain. I utilize an Emotion-Focused lens with couples, a relational/systemic approach with families, and Dialectical Behavior therapy with individuals.
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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.