Male Therapists in First Hill, Seattle, WA
Sean Carvey
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
First Hill, Seattle, WA 98122 (Online Only)
I strive to consistently bring my own sense of authenticity to every session as I believe that therapy at its core is successful due to the relationship between clinician and client. As your therapist I promise to be present, challenge you gently but firmly when you need me to, and to empathetically and truly care about what you have to say. I have sixteen years of experience in the mental health field addressing issues ranging from depression/anxiety to substance use to feelings around gender and sexuality. I work with individuals and families but also have a strong passion working with couples and relationships.
I strive to consistently bring my own sense of authenticity to every session as I believe that therapy at its core is successful due to the relationship between clinician and client. As your therapist I promise to be present, challenge you gently but firmly when you need me to, and to empathetically and truly care about what you have to say. I have sixteen years of experience in the mental health field addressing issues ranging from depression/anxiety to substance use to feelings around gender and sexuality. I work with individuals and families but also have a strong passion working with couples and relationships.
Bruce Hall
Mental Health Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
First Hill, Seattle, WA 98122 (Online Only)
My practice is based on mindful hu manism; I believe you have the potential to be self-aware, and that you already possess a wisdom about yourself that will make itself known in our sessions.
Book with me now by clicking on my website. I work with adult individuals who are motivated to identify, challenge and change what's troubling them. I offer help in managing the symptoms of depression, anxiety, life changes, and traumatic stress by providing solution-focused counseling that challenges negative narratives and encourages positive mind management.
My practice is based on mindful hu manism; I believe you have the potential to be self-aware, and that you already possess a wisdom about yourself that will make itself known in our sessions.
Book with me now by clicking on my website. I work with adult individuals who are motivated to identify, challenge and change what's troubling them. I offer help in managing the symptoms of depression, anxiety, life changes, and traumatic stress by providing solution-focused counseling that challenges negative narratives and encourages positive mind management.
Jack McGeever
Counselor, LMHC, MA, NCC
Verified Verified
First Hill, Seattle, WA 98102 (Online Only)
Please be you. Maybe you don't know who that it is. Or you do––and you're not a fan. Either way, you deserve to be the proud narrator of your own life story. As a gay man, I'm all too familiar with masking for social and ro mantic success. Low self-esteem, social anxiety, and addiction issues are common results when you dislike the sound of your voice. Together, we can bring your inner voice out. I like to use cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) in offering you tangible tools that act as rose-colored goggles. For who you are today. Let's work on characterization and plot. And let's give your life story a rewrite, if necessary.
Please be you. Maybe you don't know who that it is. Or you do––and you're not a fan. Either way, you deserve to be the proud narrator of your own life story. As a gay man, I'm all too familiar with masking for social and ro mantic success. Low self-esteem, social anxiety, and addiction issues are common results when you dislike the sound of your voice. Together, we can bring your inner voice out. I like to use cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) in offering you tangible tools that act as rose-colored goggles. For who you are today. Let's work on characterization and plot. And let's give your life story a rewrite, if necessary.
David Seiyei Wakukawa
Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
First Hill, Seattle, WA 98101
You deserve a therapist who is a good fit for you. A nonjudgmental listener who accepts you for who you are while also facilitating the change you want to see. A professional who can provide valuable insights within a safe space to share and explore. Someone who sees the value in understanding and processing your personal history without losing focus on the present.
You deserve a therapist who is a good fit for you. A nonjudgmental listener who accepts you for who you are while also facilitating the change you want to see. A professional who can provide valuable insights within a safe space to share and explore. Someone who sees the value in understanding and processing your personal history without losing focus on the present.
Life not quite what you expected? Come in and we can turn it around together. I have training and experience with a variety of issues including substance and non-substance addictions, deafness and hearing loss, relationship problems, depression, anxiety, adjusting to life changes, grief and loss, divorce, identifying and evolving toward life goals. Intimacy, improving self-esteem, self-confidence, and ability to communicate are often areas that people chose to work on. Sharing your life with another can be joyful and difficult. Therapy is a neutral place to explore the relationship.
Life not quite what you expected? Come in and we can turn it around together. I have training and experience with a variety of issues including substance and non-substance addictions, deafness and hearing loss, relationship problems, depression, anxiety, adjusting to life changes, grief and loss, divorce, identifying and evolving toward life goals. Intimacy, improving self-esteem, self-confidence, and ability to communicate are often areas that people chose to work on. Sharing your life with another can be joyful and difficult. Therapy is a neutral place to explore the relationship.
Dustin Kerrone
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
First Hill, Seattle, WA 98101 (Online Only)
I combine many powerful modalities, including Jungian inner work, neuroscience, fitness, career, and spirituality, but I will carefully tailor my approach to honor your unique needs and possibilities.
Love. Joy. Ecstasy. Awe. In my 18 years of clinical experience, I’ve discovered that we each have far more capacity for these expansive feelings than we often realize. Whether you are contending with many challenges, or feel ready to fly through the stars, I can work with you collaboratively to shape a life that fulfills your highest dreams, and maybe even soars beyond them. I’m eager to share what I’ve learned about our abilities to break out of old patterns of pain, fear, and shame into fruitful creativity and communion with the most inspiring aspects of being alive.
I combine many powerful modalities, including Jungian inner work, neuroscience, fitness, career, and spirituality, but I will carefully tailor my approach to honor your unique needs and possibilities.
Love. Joy. Ecstasy. Awe. In my 18 years of clinical experience, I’ve discovered that we each have far more capacity for these expansive feelings than we often realize. Whether you are contending with many challenges, or feel ready to fly through the stars, I can work with you collaboratively to shape a life that fulfills your highest dreams, and maybe even soars beyond them. I’m eager to share what I’ve learned about our abilities to break out of old patterns of pain, fear, and shame into fruitful creativity and communion with the most inspiring aspects of being alive.
Dr. Hunter is a Board Certified Forensic Psychologist and Licensed Psychologist in Washington and Arizona. He has a postdoctoral Certificate of Specialization in Neuropsychology. He provides forensic psychological evaluations and expert opinion for a broad range of civil, criminal, and family law applications, including personal injury litigation, IME, CR-35, parenting evaluation in custody litigation, mitigation prior to sentencing, diminished capacity, evaluations for mitigation in capital sentencing, "Miller" evaluations, and many other areas.
Dr. Hunter is a Board Certified Forensic Psychologist and Licensed Psychologist in Washington and Arizona. He has a postdoctoral Certificate of Specialization in Neuropsychology. He provides forensic psychological evaluations and expert opinion for a broad range of civil, criminal, and family law applications, including personal injury litigation, IME, CR-35, parenting evaluation in custody litigation, mitigation prior to sentencing, diminished capacity, evaluations for mitigation in capital sentencing, "Miller" evaluations, and many other areas.
I believe personal growth is a lifelong journey, and meaningful change is always possible with the right commitment, tools, and support. As your therapist, I am deeply committed to guiding you toward self-awareness, satisfaction, and happiness. My goal is to help you become the best version of yourself and to cultivate fulfilling relationships. With extensive experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and addressing a wide range of issues—from the straightforward to the complex—I am dedicated to providing the personalized support you need to achieve lasting transformation and success.
I believe personal growth is a lifelong journey, and meaningful change is always possible with the right commitment, tools, and support. As your therapist, I am deeply committed to guiding you toward self-awareness, satisfaction, and happiness. My goal is to help you become the best version of yourself and to cultivate fulfilling relationships. With extensive experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and addressing a wide range of issues—from the straightforward to the complex—I am dedicated to providing the personalized support you need to achieve lasting transformation and success.
Hello! I'm excited to welcome you to my practice, where I offer personalized support for a wide range of mental health needs. As a psychologist, my journey started with a simple curiosity about hu man resilience, which has evolved into a passion for helping people become the best version of themselves. I specialize in creating a comfortable space for individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, work and life stress, and a variety of other mental health issues. Whether you're looking to build on previous experience or are new to therapy, I'm here to help. My approach is all about you.
Hello! I'm excited to welcome you to my practice, where I offer personalized support for a wide range of mental health needs. As a psychologist, my journey started with a simple curiosity about hu man resilience, which has evolved into a passion for helping people become the best version of themselves. I specialize in creating a comfortable space for individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, work and life stress, and a variety of other mental health issues. Whether you're looking to build on previous experience or are new to therapy, I'm here to help. My approach is all about you.
I believe in the importance of providing a compassionate therapeutic environment that is welcoming, non-judgmental, and supportive. As a therapist, I am actively involved helping you explore the issues that brought you into therapy, develop insight into underlying causes, and learn effective coping strategies. I work with a range of clinical issues including depression, anxiety, chronic pain, relationship difficulties and addiction. I am experienced working with diverse ethnic, racial, and gender identity client populations.
I believe in the importance of providing a compassionate therapeutic environment that is welcoming, non-judgmental, and supportive. As a therapist, I am actively involved helping you explore the issues that brought you into therapy, develop insight into underlying causes, and learn effective coping strategies. I work with a range of clinical issues including depression, anxiety, chronic pain, relationship difficulties and addiction. I am experienced working with diverse ethnic, racial, and gender identity client populations.
Stephen Michael Donovan
Counselor, M Ed, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
First Hill, Seattle, WA 98104
It feels like anxiety has a hold on your life. You wake up in the middle of the night overwhelmed by all of your responsibilities. You’re not able to give all of yourself to your personal relationships. The people who once felt close to you now feel distant. You often feel like a fraud, and consistently discredit yourself and your experiences. You also worry that others might discover that you’re a “fraud.” You’re reluctant to go after new opportunities (promotions, etc.) because you don’t feel like you deserve them. You’ve decided it’s time to change this.
It feels like anxiety has a hold on your life. You wake up in the middle of the night overwhelmed by all of your responsibilities. You’re not able to give all of yourself to your personal relationships. The people who once felt close to you now feel distant. You often feel like a fraud, and consistently discredit yourself and your experiences. You also worry that others might discover that you’re a “fraud.” You’re reluctant to go after new opportunities (promotions, etc.) because you don’t feel like you deserve them. You’ve decided it’s time to change this.
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Kenneth 'kenny' Davis
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LMHCA
Verified Verified
First Hill, Seattle, WA 98104
As a gay man from the south, I know firsthand how important it is to work with a counselor who can provide the safety to explore one's self, identity, and relationships within a world that does not always feel accepting.
My clients want change and growth in their lives and/or their relationships, but they often don't know where to start. Or, they might have made the enormous first steps of moving towards change and growth only to feel stuck and unsure of how to move forward. My clients find that within the experience of being truly heard, accepted, validated, and supported, that the door between where they are and the change they want begins to unlock and slowly open. My approach focuses on unlocking and discovering the strengths that we don't always realize we have, on building new coping skills, and on creating new understanding and connections.
As a gay man from the south, I know firsthand how important it is to work with a counselor who can provide the safety to explore one's self, identity, and relationships within a world that does not always feel accepting.
My clients want change and growth in their lives and/or their relationships, but they often don't know where to start. Or, they might have made the enormous first steps of moving towards change and growth only to feel stuck and unsure of how to move forward. My clients find that within the experience of being truly heard, accepted, validated, and supported, that the door between where they are and the change they want begins to unlock and slowly open. My approach focuses on unlocking and discovering the strengths that we don't always realize we have, on building new coping skills, and on creating new understanding and connections.
I practice both in person from West Seattle and via telehealth with clients throughout Washington. I work with adults, couples, and adolescents dealing with a problem in living. I specialize in working with: recovery from anxiety or depression; addressing conflict or dissatisfaction in one’s intimate or family relationships; alcohol or drug use, or another form of addiction; and processing and healing physically or emotionally traumatic experiences, whether from childhood or current. My experiences have fostered in me the belief that change can happen for anyone.
I practice both in person from West Seattle and via telehealth with clients throughout Washington. I work with adults, couples, and adolescents dealing with a problem in living. I specialize in working with: recovery from anxiety or depression; addressing conflict or dissatisfaction in one’s intimate or family relationships; alcohol or drug use, or another form of addiction; and processing and healing physically or emotionally traumatic experiences, whether from childhood or current. My experiences have fostered in me the belief that change can happen for anyone.
Burien Counseling PLLC
Counselor, MA, CMHS, LMHC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
First Hill, Seattle, WA 98101
Anxiety and depression are both something that affects us all. From marital dysfunctioning, childhood relational wounds, addictions, trauma, worry about life, finances, etc. there are endless reasons to what can cause anxiety and depression. If any of these things are true for you, send me an email. I’d love to talk more and see how I can help.
Anxiety and depression are both something that affects us all. From marital dysfunctioning, childhood relational wounds, addictions, trauma, worry about life, finances, etc. there are endless reasons to what can cause anxiety and depression. If any of these things are true for you, send me an email. I’d love to talk more and see how I can help.
William Meleney
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LMHC
Verified Verified
First Hill, Seattle, WA 98101
Some people have found that hypnosis can be helpful in anxiety management, habit control, and in the treatment of trauma symptoms.
Trouble with your teenager? Can't understand your partner? Not feeling as good as you once were? Need to get out of a rut and move ahead toward some vision? Need a vision? Bill Meleney is a counselor and a coach who often can help with these big issues in life. I am only accepting new coaching clients as of September 2021
Some people have found that hypnosis can be helpful in anxiety management, habit control, and in the treatment of trauma symptoms.
Trouble with your teenager? Can't understand your partner? Not feeling as good as you once were? Need to get out of a rut and move ahead toward some vision? Need a vision? Bill Meleney is a counselor and a coach who often can help with these big issues in life. I am only accepting new coaching clients as of September 2021
This experience, coupled with my coach training, provides me with the knowledge and expertise to help families end their struggles -- per manently!.
I offer expert help for struggling parents and families. For parents and caregivers, the issue might be eliminating disrespect and defiance; seeking a balance between work/family life; improving your relationship with your children; co-parenting after divorce; single parenting; or, any other topic that prevents you from calm and confident parenting. For youth, coaching helps kids navigate the challenges in their lives, whether it be isolation, behavioral problems, emotional outbursts, hanging with the wrong crowd, or clarifying college and/or career plans. For families, coaching helps resolve conflicts and strengthen relationships.
This experience, coupled with my coach training, provides me with the knowledge and expertise to help families end their struggles -- per manently!.
I offer expert help for struggling parents and families. For parents and caregivers, the issue might be eliminating disrespect and defiance; seeking a balance between work/family life; improving your relationship with your children; co-parenting after divorce; single parenting; or, any other topic that prevents you from calm and confident parenting. For youth, coaching helps kids navigate the challenges in their lives, whether it be isolation, behavioral problems, emotional outbursts, hanging with the wrong crowd, or clarifying college and/or career plans. For families, coaching helps resolve conflicts and strengthen relationships.
We all find ourselves in circumstances at one time or another that call for adjusting to change or making decisions, whether it's charting a path through grief and loss, developmental transitions, job loss, recovering from trauma or the challenges of parenting. Therapy can be helpful in sorting through confusing thoughts and feelings, gaining insight, establishing a course of action amongst different choices, and building confidence through experiencing a deeper understanding of yourself, all in the context of a caring relationship.
We all find ourselves in circumstances at one time or another that call for adjusting to change or making decisions, whether it's charting a path through grief and loss, developmental transitions, job loss, recovering from trauma or the challenges of parenting. Therapy can be helpful in sorting through confusing thoughts and feelings, gaining insight, establishing a course of action amongst different choices, and building confidence through experiencing a deeper understanding of yourself, all in the context of a caring relationship.
As a clinical psychologist I work with clients who are attempting to change unrewarding or isolating patterns of relating to others, or struggling to modify unproductive thoughts or feelings. The process of therapy as I practice it relies on developing a trusting and collaborative relationship between client and therapist. It is in this atmosphere of support, encouragement and respect that areas of concern and patterns of behavior can be understood and changed.
I work with both individuals and couples. I have advanced training in treating depression, helping couples work productively in relationships, modification of addictive behaviors, and cognitive assessment.
As a clinical psychologist I work with clients who are attempting to change unrewarding or isolating patterns of relating to others, or struggling to modify unproductive thoughts or feelings. The process of therapy as I practice it relies on developing a trusting and collaborative relationship between client and therapist. It is in this atmosphere of support, encouragement and respect that areas of concern and patterns of behavior can be understood and changed.
I work with both individuals and couples. I have advanced training in treating depression, helping couples work productively in relationships, modification of addictive behaviors, and cognitive assessment.
Zane Behnke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CDP
Verified Verified
First Hill, Seattle, WA 98101
I have a particular interest in working with men and wo men who struggle with addiction.
Sometimes life feels too big, too complex, and too messy to get your head around. If you're ready to make changes in your life, but aren't sure where to start, I can help you develop a plan to make it happen. I can support you in your desire to stop destructive behaviors and create new, healthier ways of living. We go at a pace that is comfortable for you, taking on problems one-at-a-time. Together we tackle the things that are keeping you from the kind of life you want to live.
I have a particular interest in working with men and wo men who struggle with addiction.
Sometimes life feels too big, too complex, and too messy to get your head around. If you're ready to make changes in your life, but aren't sure where to start, I can help you develop a plan to make it happen. I can support you in your desire to stop destructive behaviors and create new, healthier ways of living. We go at a pace that is comfortable for you, taking on problems one-at-a-time. Together we tackle the things that are keeping you from the kind of life you want to live.
I've served as director of a Seattle sexual addiction recovery agency, hosted a syndicated radio show on recovery and relationships, and am the author of Men's Secret Wars and The Boundaries Book.
I believe that almost all change that occurs in therapy comes from forming a safe therapeutic relationship, and in the context of that relationship increasing your awareness of self, challenging your old beliefs, establishing appropriate boundaries in relationships with others, and experiencing and letting go of old pain. My task is to support you in that process. I tend to be active in therapy. I ask questions, offer observations, and look for patterns in the client's life. However, I believe the client is the final expert on themselves, and I trust in their unique healing process.
I've served as director of a Seattle sexual addiction recovery agency, hosted a syndicated radio show on recovery and relationships, and am the author of Men's Secret Wars and The Boundaries Book.
I believe that almost all change that occurs in therapy comes from forming a safe therapeutic relationship, and in the context of that relationship increasing your awareness of self, challenging your old beliefs, establishing appropriate boundaries in relationships with others, and experiencing and letting go of old pain. My task is to support you in that process. I tend to be active in therapy. I ask questions, offer observations, and look for patterns in the client's life. However, I believe the client is the final expert on themselves, and I trust in their unique healing process.
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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.