Male Therapists in Monongalia County, WV
Joseph works with a wide variety of clients with many different issues, needs, and goals. He uses a framework that encourages and empowers the client to take control of their life while fostering a supportive, empathetic, and non-judgmental therapeutic relationship. Clients who want to be empowered to reach their unique wellness goals by increasing self-awareness, embracing personal responsibility, developing effective coping strategies, building self-efficacy, and engaging in self-exploration are always a good fit!
Joseph works with a wide variety of clients with many different issues, needs, and goals. He uses a framework that encourages and empowers the client to take control of their life while fostering a supportive, empathetic, and non-judgmental therapeutic relationship. Clients who want to be empowered to reach their unique wellness goals by increasing self-awareness, embracing personal responsibility, developing effective coping strategies, building self-efficacy, and engaging in self-exploration are always a good fit!
Chris Belden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Morgantown, WV 26505 (Online Only)
I'm a firm believer in learning from our errors, intrinsic hu man dignity and worth, and that we are our most productive when we work together.
Welcome! I'm Chris, a Licensed Independent Clinical Therapist (LICSW). I sincerely believe that we can develop a solution for any reasonable challenge, and that our therapeutic healing process will require acceptance, self-awareness, and motivation for positive change. Together, we will find our path forward!
I'm a firm believer in learning from our errors, intrinsic hu man dignity and worth, and that we are our most productive when we work together.
Welcome! I'm Chris, a Licensed Independent Clinical Therapist (LICSW). I sincerely believe that we can develop a solution for any reasonable challenge, and that our therapeutic healing process will require acceptance, self-awareness, and motivation for positive change. Together, we will find our path forward!
Therapy is a collaborative process where one can explore their thoughts, behaviors and emotions and how those can have an impact on our mental health, interpersonal relationships, and overall daily functioning. There is a power in embracing vulnerability and learning to accept oneself and identify areas where one may want to improve to get where they want to be. I enjoy helping my clients to make meaningful connections and navigate the challenges that life tends to throw at us.
Therapy is a collaborative process where one can explore their thoughts, behaviors and emotions and how those can have an impact on our mental health, interpersonal relationships, and overall daily functioning. There is a power in embracing vulnerability and learning to accept oneself and identify areas where one may want to improve to get where they want to be. I enjoy helping my clients to make meaningful connections and navigate the challenges that life tends to throw at us.
I am a licensed independent social worker who specializes in working with adults facing a range of life stressors including relationship concerns, grief and loss, and trauma. I am a highly experienced practitioner of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, a treatment approach that emphasizes facing negative experiences in safe and sensitive ways rather than fighting or trying to resist them.
I am a licensed independent social worker who specializes in working with adults facing a range of life stressors including relationship concerns, grief and loss, and trauma. I am a highly experienced practitioner of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, a treatment approach that emphasizes facing negative experiences in safe and sensitive ways rather than fighting or trying to resist them.
Anthony V Locascio
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CAADC
Verified Verified
Morgantown, WV 26501 (Online Only)
I seek to further my understanding of the hu man condition which has lead to a deeper understanding of psychology and increased insight into hu man behavior.
I work with clients who may be struggling with addictions or trauma as well as anxieties. During our initial sessions we will dive into the issues that are causing you to present for treatment and then collaborate on creating a plan that helps you get your life back. Most of my client see a gradual lifting of symptoms within a month and sustained improvement after that.
I seek to further my understanding of the hu man condition which has lead to a deeper understanding of psychology and increased insight into hu man behavior.
I work with clients who may be struggling with addictions or trauma as well as anxieties. During our initial sessions we will dive into the issues that are causing you to present for treatment and then collaborate on creating a plan that helps you get your life back. Most of my client see a gradual lifting of symptoms within a month and sustained improvement after that.
Tommy Minkler
Counselor, PhD, PLPC, EMDR-T, CMPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Morgantown, WV 26501 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am also a Certified Mental Perfor mance Consultant, where my focus is on mindfulness-based approaches with performers.
With background and advanced training in both mental health counseling and sport, exercise, and perfor mance psychology, I enjoy collaborating with people from diverse backgrounds who are motivated to find a deeper sense of purpose, meaning, and peace, gain insight, and more adaptively respond to life experiences. Clinically, I specialize in the treatment of chronic and acute stress and trauma, particularly as it relates to adverse childhood experiences. From a sport psychology perspective, I work with performers to cultivate resilience, respond more adaptively to sport-based stressors, and find enjoyment in sport and exercise.
I am also a Certified Mental Perfor mance Consultant, where my focus is on mindfulness-based approaches with performers.
With background and advanced training in both mental health counseling and sport, exercise, and perfor mance psychology, I enjoy collaborating with people from diverse backgrounds who are motivated to find a deeper sense of purpose, meaning, and peace, gain insight, and more adaptively respond to life experiences. Clinically, I specialize in the treatment of chronic and acute stress and trauma, particularly as it relates to adverse childhood experiences. From a sport psychology perspective, I work with performers to cultivate resilience, respond more adaptively to sport-based stressors, and find enjoyment in sport and exercise.
Keegan Campbell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Morgantown, WV 26505
The process of asking for help can be truly frightening. Sometimes it’s difficult asking a simple request, like a ride to work, or asking someone to listen to you when you’re stressed. Therapy can be a step in improving that relationship with yourself, and to help you know your feelings and experiences are valid. A lot of life is adapting to our environments, often to keep ourselves safe, but sometimes those learned behaviors have long-term effects on our ability to understand our needs and others.
The process of asking for help can be truly frightening. Sometimes it’s difficult asking a simple request, like a ride to work, or asking someone to listen to you when you’re stressed. Therapy can be a step in improving that relationship with yourself, and to help you know your feelings and experiences are valid. A lot of life is adapting to our environments, often to keep ourselves safe, but sometimes those learned behaviors have long-term effects on our ability to understand our needs and others.
Thomas Winston Ewell
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Morgantown, WV 26508
Specializing in children, adolescents and adults, one of my specific interests is working with those who have chronic health conditions. I also recognize the barriers that are often present for maintaining services and will work with patients to ensure they’re getting the care they want and need.
Specializing in children, adolescents and adults, one of my specific interests is working with those who have chronic health conditions. I also recognize the barriers that are often present for maintaining services and will work with patients to ensure they’re getting the care they want and need.
AT STILLWATER, WE PROVIDE COUNSELING, CONSULTING AND ASSESSMENT SERVICES FOR CHILDREN, ADOLESCENTS AND ADULTS. It is our desire to restore, maintain and increase the health and wellbeing of individuals through evidence-based practice, integrating conventional, holistic and faith-based approaches. We strive to offer an approachable, contemplative and encouraging space; an environment supportive of the wellness and healing intrinsic to us all. Stillwater practitioners consider the intricacies of the emotional, cognitive, physical and spiritual self, all essential to the vitality of the whole person.
AT STILLWATER, WE PROVIDE COUNSELING, CONSULTING AND ASSESSMENT SERVICES FOR CHILDREN, ADOLESCENTS AND ADULTS. It is our desire to restore, maintain and increase the health and wellbeing of individuals through evidence-based practice, integrating conventional, holistic and faith-based approaches. We strive to offer an approachable, contemplative and encouraging space; an environment supportive of the wellness and healing intrinsic to us all. Stillwater practitioners consider the intricacies of the emotional, cognitive, physical and spiritual self, all essential to the vitality of the whole person.
Dustin Donner
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, NCC, EMDR-T
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Morgantown, WV 26501
I am passionate about helping clients navigate their own unique lives and increase their mental well-being. My main goal is to create a safe therapeutic space characterized by warmth, empathy, and unconditional positive regard. I work with my clients to empower them to explore and process their difficult experiences. Together, we will embark on a collaborative journey towards self-discovery, growth, healing, and resilience.
I am passionate about helping clients navigate their own unique lives and increase their mental well-being. My main goal is to create a safe therapeutic space characterized by warmth, empathy, and unconditional positive regard. I work with my clients to empower them to explore and process their difficult experiences. Together, we will embark on a collaborative journey towards self-discovery, growth, healing, and resilience.
No one is immune to pain, and I believe everyone needs to learn how to manage the distress that inevitably shows up in our lives.
Everyone feels anxiety. It is a normal hu man emotion, but sometimes anxiety becomes too big and no longer helpful. When anxiety feels burdensome, help and hope are available. I enjoy helping clients handle concerns with anxiety, such as generalized anxiety, panic disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and a range of fears/phobias (needle, blood, heights, animals, etc.). I also have expertise working with clients who are experiencing depression, grief/loss, the unique challenges faced by the queer community, as well as distinct issues encountered by men in general.
No one is immune to pain, and I believe everyone needs to learn how to manage the distress that inevitably shows up in our lives.
Everyone feels anxiety. It is a normal hu man emotion, but sometimes anxiety becomes too big and no longer helpful. When anxiety feels burdensome, help and hope are available. I enjoy helping clients handle concerns with anxiety, such as generalized anxiety, panic disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and a range of fears/phobias (needle, blood, heights, animals, etc.). I also have expertise working with clients who are experiencing depression, grief/loss, the unique challenges faced by the queer community, as well as distinct issues encountered by men in general.
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Townsend Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BSW, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Morgantown, WV 26505 (Online Only)
Life is made up of stages and challenges and many situations we do not expect.
I am a clinical social worker with over twenty years of experience. I utilize an eclectic style of therapy in order to better meet the needs of my clients. I graduated from WVU with a Bachelors degree in social work, Master degree in social work, a certificate in gerontology with a minor in wo men's studies. My goal is to utilize my educational background and my work experience as a therapist in order to better assist those I work for.
Life is made up of stages and challenges and many situations we do not expect.
I am a clinical social worker with over twenty years of experience. I utilize an eclectic style of therapy in order to better meet the needs of my clients. I graduated from WVU with a Bachelors degree in social work, Master degree in social work, a certificate in gerontology with a minor in wo men's studies. My goal is to utilize my educational background and my work experience as a therapist in order to better assist those I work for.
Point of Freedom Counseling LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CRC, NCC
Verified Verified
Morgantown, WV 26505 (Online Only)
My ideal client is motivated for personal growth in an effort to provide freedom from self. Someone who is eager to explore what it is they want to address. Not even necessarily someone with tremendous insight but just the desire to want to become a better hu man. Whatever that means for them. I want to provide a collaborative process where we aim to work towards finding your goals and the best way to reach them.
My ideal client is motivated for personal growth in an effort to provide freedom from self. Someone who is eager to explore what it is they want to address. Not even necessarily someone with tremendous insight but just the desire to want to become a better hu man. Whatever that means for them. I want to provide a collaborative process where we aim to work towards finding your goals and the best way to reach them.
Michael L Harper
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, EMDR-T
Verified Verified
Morgantown, WV 26505 (Online Only)
All of us can feel overwhelmed by life at times. We are often filled with regrets, resentments and sometimes, this is compounded by past traumatic experiences, relationship issues, and grief. I particularly enjoy helping people achieve resiliency. I currently use the Benson-Henry Institute at Harvard Medical School’s “Stress Management and Resiliency Program.” I am certified to provide this program and have seen tremendous results. I enjoy helping with PTSD, Depression and Anxiety.
All of us can feel overwhelmed by life at times. We are often filled with regrets, resentments and sometimes, this is compounded by past traumatic experiences, relationship issues, and grief. I particularly enjoy helping people achieve resiliency. I currently use the Benson-Henry Institute at Harvard Medical School’s “Stress Management and Resiliency Program.” I am certified to provide this program and have seen tremendous results. I enjoy helping with PTSD, Depression and Anxiety.
The longest journey begins with a single step and I am grateful to walk that path with you. It can be frightening and intimidating to begin the process of therapy; however, that experience can help you to make the changes that lead to a happier and more fulfilled life. Through a collaborative and safe relationship I establish with my clients, progress and change is made. Areas of practice include mood disorders, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, men's concerns, Autism, and ADHD and cognitive functioning (including testing services). I also enjoy working with clients from adolescents to seniors.
The longest journey begins with a single step and I am grateful to walk that path with you. It can be frightening and intimidating to begin the process of therapy; however, that experience can help you to make the changes that lead to a happier and more fulfilled life. Through a collaborative and safe relationship I establish with my clients, progress and change is made. Areas of practice include mood disorders, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, men's concerns, Autism, and ADHD and cognitive functioning (including testing services). I also enjoy working with clients from adolescents to seniors.
Restore Addiction Recovery and Wellness
LPC, MAC, SAP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Morgantown, WV 26505
We serve those who are suffering from Substance Use Disorder who are looking for quality treatment in the form of Therapy and/or Medicine.
We serve those who are suffering from Substance Use Disorder who are looking for quality treatment in the form of Therapy and/or Medicine.
Rob Freedlander At Life Is But A Dream Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Morgantown, WV 26505
Congratulations on taking this step to work on improving your life/situation. That is a huge step and one that will be honored if you choose to work with me. I see therapy as helping people to change, not changing people. I am a client-centered therapist with over 25 years working in mental health. I have seen such a wide brush-stroke of peoples' experiences, nothing is any longer unbelievable, nor open to my judgment. These experiences include: inpatient care, high school and university educational counseling, and community-based care. My clients experiences define the concept of diversity.
Congratulations on taking this step to work on improving your life/situation. That is a huge step and one that will be honored if you choose to work with me. I see therapy as helping people to change, not changing people. I am a client-centered therapist with over 25 years working in mental health. I have seen such a wide brush-stroke of peoples' experiences, nothing is any longer unbelievable, nor open to my judgment. These experiences include: inpatient care, high school and university educational counseling, and community-based care. My clients experiences define the concept of diversity.
I will help you reach your goals through many different counseling techniques, including CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, and mindfulness.
Most people have a natural drive to be independent and self-sustaining. The truth is life is not always easy and it can be difficult to be vulnerable with others. When people use their courage and bravery to reach out, I have nothing but admiration for them. In the dark times of life, we need a place where we can feel understood, genuinely cared about, and supported. I believe that every person is unique, and everyone has different needs. Some times life's difficulties take more time then we would like but I am there to go through it all with you.
I will help you reach your goals through many different counseling techniques, including CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, and mindfulness.
Most people have a natural drive to be independent and self-sustaining. The truth is life is not always easy and it can be difficult to be vulnerable with others. When people use their courage and bravery to reach out, I have nothing but admiration for them. In the dark times of life, we need a place where we can feel understood, genuinely cared about, and supported. I believe that every person is unique, and everyone has different needs. Some times life's difficulties take more time then we would like but I am there to go through it all with you.
Anxiety & OCD Solutions, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Morgantown, WV 26508
Waitlist for new clients
I have experience treating a wide range of different psychological issues, but I have developed a passion for working with children, adolescents, and adults who struggle with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and other anxiety disorders, such as Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Panic Disorder, and Phobias.
I have experience treating a wide range of different psychological issues, but I have developed a passion for working with children, adolescents, and adults who struggle with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and other anxiety disorders, such as Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Panic Disorder, and Phobias.
Rucker Therapy Associates
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MBA
Verified Verified
Morgantown, WV 26505
Michael Rucker is a clinically trained marriage and family therapist and has been in practice for over a decade in Charleston, WV and Morgantown, WV. He has worked with a broad population of clients, including individuals, couples, families, children, teenagers, and groups. His passion and life experiences has led to an interest and specialization with a myriad of topic areas that he excels with, including but not limited to infidelity, infertility, mood disorders (depression and anxiety), trauma, obsessive-compulsive disorder, learning disabilities, addiction, marital issues, and divorce adjustment.
Michael Rucker is a clinically trained marriage and family therapist and has been in practice for over a decade in Charleston, WV and Morgantown, WV. He has worked with a broad population of clients, including individuals, couples, families, children, teenagers, and groups. His passion and life experiences has led to an interest and specialization with a myriad of topic areas that he excels with, including but not limited to infidelity, infertility, mood disorders (depression and anxiety), trauma, obsessive-compulsive disorder, learning disabilities, addiction, marital issues, and divorce adjustment.
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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.