Male Therapists in Lake Tapps, WA
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Ryan Lindsey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, SUDP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lake Tapps, WA 98391 (Online Only)
I am a father, a husband, Lakota, gay, cisgender, a believer in the immense beauty of nature & strength of the human spirit, and a person committed to helping make our world a better place. I know well what it means to live in depression, to find oneself spiraling out of control and into mania, to attempt self-defeating “self-medicating,” and to eventually look around at a life in tatters. These experiences make me a stronger, more empathetic therapist, and I know I have been tremendously lucky to discover and be able to pursue my passions – to find true meaning in how I move through the world. I want to help others do the same.
I am a father, a husband, Lakota, gay, cisgender, a believer in the immense beauty of nature & strength of the human spirit, and a person committed to helping make our world a better place. I know well what it means to live in depression, to find oneself spiraling out of control and into mania, to attempt self-defeating “self-medicating,” and to eventually look around at a life in tatters. These experiences make me a stronger, more empathetic therapist, and I know I have been tremendously lucky to discover and be able to pursue my passions – to find true meaning in how I move through the world. I want to help others do the same.
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Life is hard sometimes. Sometimes things happen to us that are beyond our control. Sometimes we just have thoughts and feelings that won't go away. Sometimes we end up hurting those around us because we don't know what else to do or how not to react to our thoughts and feelings. Whether your goals are to reduce anxiety, depression, process trauma, strengthen your relationships all to live your best life.
Life is hard sometimes. Sometimes things happen to us that are beyond our control. Sometimes we just have thoughts and feelings that won't go away. Sometimes we end up hurting those around us because we don't know what else to do or how not to react to our thoughts and feelings. Whether your goals are to reduce anxiety, depression, process trauma, strengthen your relationships all to live your best life.
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Nick Senzee
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lake Tapps, WA 98391 (Online Only)
Hi, I'm Nick. I'm a therapist trainee in Washington state. I mostly work with men's issues, whether gay or straight. My personal experiences have instilled in me a deep empathy and understanding of the challenges individuals face, particularly those related to identity, relationships, and life transitions, including those related to religion.
Hi, I'm Nick. I'm a therapist trainee in Washington state. I mostly work with men's issues, whether gay or straight. My personal experiences have instilled in me a deep empathy and understanding of the challenges individuals face, particularly those related to identity, relationships, and life transitions, including those related to religion.
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My goal with clients is to assist them in finding their unique path towards feeling better. I assist clients with a number of challenges, including anxiety, depression, stress/trauma, coping, grief, intrusive thoughts, and boundaries. My allyship to diverse communities is essential to my work, and I value my connections with African American, LGBTQ+, kink, polyamory/consensual non-monogamy, & faith-based communities. By understanding who you are as a person, we will uncover what therapy options best suit you.
My goal with clients is to assist them in finding their unique path towards feeling better. I assist clients with a number of challenges, including anxiety, depression, stress/trauma, coping, grief, intrusive thoughts, and boundaries. My allyship to diverse communities is essential to my work, and I value my connections with African American, LGBTQ+, kink, polyamory/consensual non-monogamy, & faith-based communities. By understanding who you are as a person, we will uncover what therapy options best suit you.
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Daniel Foss
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Puyallup, WA 98372
Now Accepting New Patients. Dan is trained in EMDR. Trauma comes out in many different ways for the individuals I treat. Let's put together the goals that best suit your goals and life to best help you get better and feel better. Dan has been trained in EMDR and worked in the hospital setting with trauma, injurious behaviors, PTSD, Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar, Grief and loss, and OCD patients.
Now Accepting New Patients. Dan is trained in EMDR. Trauma comes out in many different ways for the individuals I treat. Let's put together the goals that best suit your goals and life to best help you get better and feel better. Dan has been trained in EMDR and worked in the hospital setting with trauma, injurious behaviors, PTSD, Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar, Grief and loss, and OCD patients.
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Hypnosis is not what you think it is. People get the idea from pop culture that hypnosis is something I will put on you or do to you. This isn't true. You’ve already been in a hypnotic state thousands of times throughout your life. Hypnotherapy is simply using this perfectly natural state to create positive change. This typically requires 3 to 5 sessions. As a certified hypnotherapist, I use hypnosis to help clients overcome limiting and negative behaviors, feelings, & chronic pain. The issues you struggle with originate below the conscious level. If they didn’t, you would easily be able to overcome them using your conscious mind.
Hypnosis is not what you think it is. People get the idea from pop culture that hypnosis is something I will put on you or do to you. This isn't true. You’ve already been in a hypnotic state thousands of times throughout your life. Hypnotherapy is simply using this perfectly natural state to create positive change. This typically requires 3 to 5 sessions. As a certified hypnotherapist, I use hypnosis to help clients overcome limiting and negative behaviors, feelings, & chronic pain. The issues you struggle with originate below the conscious level. If they didn’t, you would easily be able to overcome them using your conscious mind.
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Whether it be depression, anxiety, family adjustment issues, or trauma related issues I am here to help you realize an internal strength you inherently possess.
Whether it be depression, anxiety, family adjustment issues, or trauma related issues I am here to help you realize an internal strength you inherently possess.
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I believe the therapeutic relationship relies on trust and an unconditional positive regard. The tools and strategies I will tailor to your needs are second to the strength of the relationship we forge together.
I believe the therapeutic relationship relies on trust and an unconditional positive regard. The tools and strategies I will tailor to your needs are second to the strength of the relationship we forge together.
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Sound Foundations Professional Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Puyallup, WA 98371
At Sound Foundations we specialize in COUPLES ISSUES,
With over 90% percent of our clients being couples, we put the focus where it counts, on the issues that are important to you. Our education, training and experience is on what matters to you most, Couples Issues.
Whether you have lost that loving feeling, are having trouble communicating, resolving conflict, or are struggling to survive an infidelity; we can help.
At Sound Foundations we specialize in COUPLES ISSUES,
With over 90% percent of our clients being couples, we put the focus where it counts, on the issues that are important to you. Our education, training and experience is on what matters to you most, Couples Issues.
Whether you have lost that loving feeling, are having trouble communicating, resolving conflict, or are struggling to survive an infidelity; we can help.
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I can help clients when they are at a difficult moment dealing with complex life transitions and experiencing grief, anxiety, stress, and anger. I prefer to help clients with existential methods that invoke depth orientated psychological approaches from Jung, Gestalt, and stoicism. Clients that are able to receive homework assignments for mindfulness and reflect on the challenges they are having will be the best equipped to look at introspection and navigate their mood disturbances with assistance in the therapeutic relationship.
I can help clients when they are at a difficult moment dealing with complex life transitions and experiencing grief, anxiety, stress, and anger. I prefer to help clients with existential methods that invoke depth orientated psychological approaches from Jung, Gestalt, and stoicism. Clients that are able to receive homework assignments for mindfulness and reflect on the challenges they are having will be the best equipped to look at introspection and navigate their mood disturbances with assistance in the therapeutic relationship.
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I enjoy working with couples, families and individuals. As a therapist, I look to identify your strengths and utilize those to find solutions to the specific problems you are experiencing. Some of the ways we will accomplish this are by looking at the various ways that thoughts and emotions may be driving your behaviors. I also like to explore the context of your life and situations that may be contributing to the problem in ways you may not have recognized. We'll use the insights, information, and strengths to help you transition more into your solutions.
I enjoy working with couples, families and individuals. As a therapist, I look to identify your strengths and utilize those to find solutions to the specific problems you are experiencing. Some of the ways we will accomplish this are by looking at the various ways that thoughts and emotions may be driving your behaviors. I also like to explore the context of your life and situations that may be contributing to the problem in ways you may not have recognized. We'll use the insights, information, and strengths to help you transition more into your solutions.
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Nurturing Couples and Family Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fife, WA 98424
Are you experiencing a lack of connection and or trust within your relationship? Do you feel you struggle to understand your significant other? Do you sometimes feel like you can't be vulnerable or trust your significant other? As we learn to feel safe in a family, we learn to open up and turn to each other. I know that family and loved ones are an important part of our mental and social health. Negative relationships can have an effect on your ability to feel good about yourself. Depression anxiety stress and many other issues are affected by our relationships. Improving your relationship will improve all aspects of your life.
Are you experiencing a lack of connection and or trust within your relationship? Do you feel you struggle to understand your significant other? Do you sometimes feel like you can't be vulnerable or trust your significant other? As we learn to feel safe in a family, we learn to open up and turn to each other. I know that family and loved ones are an important part of our mental and social health. Negative relationships can have an effect on your ability to feel good about yourself. Depression anxiety stress and many other issues are affected by our relationships. Improving your relationship will improve all aspects of your life.
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I am here to support and encourage clients facing hardships and life changes who desire to live as their best selves and feel unstuck. I work with clients who struggle with issues such as identity, stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and communication. I work at a pace set by my client while providing tools and resources to aid along the way. I personally have seen the positive impact therapeutic relationships can have in the lives of youth and young adults. For this reason, I enjoy working with young adults, teens, and the LGBTQIA+ community. Please visit my website for more information about me and my work.
I am here to support and encourage clients facing hardships and life changes who desire to live as their best selves and feel unstuck. I work with clients who struggle with issues such as identity, stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and communication. I work at a pace set by my client while providing tools and resources to aid along the way. I personally have seen the positive impact therapeutic relationships can have in the lives of youth and young adults. For this reason, I enjoy working with young adults, teens, and the LGBTQIA+ community. Please visit my website for more information about me and my work.
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Change comes through relationship and at Northwest Counsel I desire for you to see real, positive change in your life and your personal relationships.
To give you an idea of what to expect, your first appointment is your chance to explain special circumstances and ask any questions about therapy. You will get a feel for who I am and how I can serve you, and together we can determine if I will help guide you to the next step on your journey of wellness. Sessions typically last 45-55 minutes and are custom tailored to your situation and your needs.
Change comes through relationship and at Northwest Counsel I desire for you to see real, positive change in your life and your personal relationships.
To give you an idea of what to expect, your first appointment is your chance to explain special circumstances and ask any questions about therapy. You will get a feel for who I am and how I can serve you, and together we can determine if I will help guide you to the next step on your journey of wellness. Sessions typically last 45-55 minutes and are custom tailored to your situation and your needs.
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If you are someone who "breaks the mold," or someone who always felt out of place, I am here to help explore that experience. Whether you identify as LGBTQ+, Neurodiverse, or even a "gamer," you have unique parts of yourself that require an understanding that one size does not fit all. Depression, anxiety, and trauma responses can all be a result of living in a world that might not understand you; I want to create a therapeutic space where you feel safe to be authentically you.
If you are someone who "breaks the mold," or someone who always felt out of place, I am here to help explore that experience. Whether you identify as LGBTQ+, Neurodiverse, or even a "gamer," you have unique parts of yourself that require an understanding that one size does not fit all. Depression, anxiety, and trauma responses can all be a result of living in a world that might not understand you; I want to create a therapeutic space where you feel safe to be authentically you.
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I am currently (08/2024) accepting new clients. People that work with me are often searching for a space to learn about themselves and find some relief with all they are holding. Loneliness, sadness, anxiety, grief and uncertainty are common experiences for the people who choose to work with me. People who choose to work with me are motivated to finding the roots of their problematic thoughts and/or behaviors to change what really matters.
I am currently (08/2024) accepting new clients. People that work with me are often searching for a space to learn about themselves and find some relief with all they are holding. Loneliness, sadness, anxiety, grief and uncertainty are common experiences for the people who choose to work with me. People who choose to work with me are motivated to finding the roots of their problematic thoughts and/or behaviors to change what really matters.
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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.
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Accepting New Patients In Person and Telehealth offering evening and weekend sessions to meet the needs of working professional. Roger is enthusiastic about implementing creative techniques to help clients achieve their goals, make meaning, improve their relationships, find empowerment, and engage in self-understanding and discovery. Roger’s theoretical approach to clients is person-centered and humanistic, paired with eclectic interventions including dialectical behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, relational-cultural therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, mindfulness, and existential techniques.
Accepting New Patients In Person and Telehealth offering evening and weekend sessions to meet the needs of working professional. Roger is enthusiastic about implementing creative techniques to help clients achieve their goals, make meaning, improve their relationships, find empowerment, and engage in self-understanding and discovery. Roger’s theoretical approach to clients is person-centered and humanistic, paired with eclectic interventions including dialectical behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, relational-cultural therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, mindfulness, and existential techniques.
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S. Mike Monks
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Bonney Lake, WA 98391 (Online Only)
Visit website for initial appointment availability. Improving yourself can be a rewarding and lifelong positive enhancement. My role as a Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) is to help you in this journey. I believe that every person has room for improvement and seeking professional mental health counseling is a great step to take to improve yourself. I practice from a strengths perspective, helping you realize how to use what you do best to your maximum benefit. I also enjoy helping individuals who are not coping well in the context of their relationships with others and their families.
Visit website for initial appointment availability. Improving yourself can be a rewarding and lifelong positive enhancement. My role as a Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) is to help you in this journey. I believe that every person has room for improvement and seeking professional mental health counseling is a great step to take to improve yourself. I practice from a strengths perspective, helping you realize how to use what you do best to your maximum benefit. I also enjoy helping individuals who are not coping well in the context of their relationships with others and their families.
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I believe that every individual has the inherent strength, expertise, and wisdom to live a life that is in sync with their values. My mission is to provide a nurturing and secure environment for clients to face life's challenges and connect more deeply with their values and with what’s most important to them.
I believe that every individual has the inherent strength, expertise, and wisdom to live a life that is in sync with their values. My mission is to provide a nurturing and secure environment for clients to face life's challenges and connect more deeply with their values and with what’s most important to them.
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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.