Men's Issues

As men, we know that life can be hard! Frequently, we are depleted of hope and then filled with regrets. Disappointments and self-doubt plague our thoughts and control our behaviors. We are dazed by people, places, things, and situations we cannot control or change. We also suffer sorrow, injury, and fear, along with being exposed to infidelity, suspicion, and ruminations. Yet, we are not allowed to speak of it because we are "men." I help men get in touch with who they want to be.

I have experience working with men and some of them have been diagnosed with narcissistic personality disorder, problems with porn addiction, addiction, cheating behaviors. I have worked with men and their issues for the past 10 years and have helped them understand more things about themselves and have helped them to grow and to want to change from within.

For effective work, I believe it takes a unique perspective and understanding of the specific issues men face. In my experience, the social expectations of masculinity can make it difficult for men to find a safe space to talk about many of the issues they face. In my work with male clients, I provide non-judgemental space for them to talk openly about their struggles, emotional challenges, and mental health concerns, which isn’t always available in their existing male relationships.

I understand that seeking help can sometimes can be seen as a sign of weakness, particularly in a society that places a strong emphasis on traditional notions of masculinity. However, reaching out for support is a brave and important step in taking care of yourself. I address a variety of issues including relationships, work stress, mental health and more. Let's work together to challenge toxic masculinity and help you lead a fulfilling, authentic life.

Men are also oppressed by toxic masculinity. I like to help men to understand the challenges that the face around emotional understanding and expression.

Anger and Anxiety have you feeling out of control and threatening to ruin your relationships. It seems to come out of nowhere and you spend a lot of time and energy, back tracking and trying to make amends. At the end of the day, you want to do better and be better. I help MEN who struggle with anger learn how to manage their emotions so they can have better relationships at home and a work.

Too masculine, not masculine enough? Too in touch with emotions, not in touch enough? For so many of us men, we don't fit into any one box. Yet, we might have been raised or currently living among people who don't get us. This can lead us to question if we are 'good enough' or 'doing it right.' Learn how to be comfortable in whatever way you choose to express who you are. Let me help you release old fears, old patterns and live authentically, now and everyday.

Men and women are similar in so many ways and men and women are vastly different in many ways as well. I love celebrating our differences as much as our similarities. Assisting men learn to express themselves emotionally and learning to deal with life in differing ways is a great joy of mine within practicing. Learning to identify and access differing parts of you is of paramount to overall life satisfaction within the relationships we are apart of.

Given the prevalence of screens and the demands of our capitalistic culture, there seems less time to connect with other men and express our wild masculine side. We suffer from loneliness, disconnection and anger, coupled with a feeling that our masculinity is not welcomed. As a male-identified therapist and facilitator of Men's Groups, I am here to meet you in your hurt and help you re-enliven your masculinity in healthy and impactful ways.

I provide a safe and validating therapeutic environment for men to explore concerns they may not feel comfortable sharing with others.

Most men are brought up hearing expressions such as "don't cry" and "man up". These implicit messages from family, friends, and culture cause males to create protective and sometimes maladaptive coping mechanisms around their feelings. Ironically, men are taught not to express feelings in their youth and then expected to show emotional intimacy in adult relationships. I help men explore their repressed feelings and express them in a way that invites deeper connections with others.

I utilize existential, narrative, and humanistic methods to start and build a dialogue alongside the men with whom I work. Men have to manage unique sociocultural stressors throughout their lives, including the balance between work and home life, raising children, responding to our own fathers being absent or ambivalent during our childhoods, and retirement. I believe that masculinity has an important place in the world and I thoroughly enjoy promoting a modern perspective.

Drawing from my own experiences as a man, I approach men's issues with a nuanced understanding of the social and emotional challenges men face. I offer a supportive environment where men can explore and address concerns such as emotional expression, societal expectations, and personal growth. My goal is to help men navigate their unique issues with confidence and resilience, fostering a healthier and more balanced sense of self.

Experience what it’s like to stop keeping all of your problems to yourself. Gain a new perspective on your challenges and build the skills you need to become the partner, father, family member, friend, and professional you want to be.

Being a man in our culture comes with privilege and power, and also a host of challenges. Not every man has the same "issues" or experiences whatever challenges he has in the same way. However, from my experience leading men's groups and working with a diverse range of men as individual clients and as part of relationships; I believe there are some common hurdles for us to jump. We cannot escape gender, but I would love to work with you to see what influence being a man has had on your life.

You have been growing up in a culture where you constantly heard: "don't cry over spilled milk/just get over it/pull yourself by your bootstraps" and things alike. You have been told to be taught and that men don't cry. Maybe you are still feeling the remnants of your past trauma and your life is spinning out of control. You might be a high achiever, type A personality that just takes on too much and is absolutely infused with stress. It's time to gain control over your life and address these.

As I man, I understand that it can be difficult or embarrassing seeking help. Society has trained men to be independent and strong no matter what, but that’s not very healthy. Together we can work on the issues you face as a man and redefine what being strong means to you!

As a young man growing in an increasingly complex world, I understand the unique stresses men go through in the 21st century. I've made it a pillar of my work to help other men navigate the world in a healthy and positive manner.