Male Counselling in Middle Park, VIC

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Dr Chris Trewavas
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Middle Park, VIC 3206
My primary therapeutic goals are empowerment and personal growth. I take a practical approach, utilising evidence-based health care strategies that provide people with a set of skills they can take away with them and apply in everyday life.
My primary therapeutic goals are empowerment and personal growth. I take a practical approach, utilising evidence-based health care strategies that provide people with a set of skills they can take away with them and apply in everyday life.
(03) 7500 5866 View (03) 7500 5866
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Transformative Health Coaching
MSc
Verified Verified
Middle Park, VIC 3206
This has given me a deeper understanding of hu man behaviours and the patterns that keep us unhealthy.
Transformative Health Coaching has been borne out of my commitment to change the approach to eating, exercise & perception of fitness. I have intentionally stepped away from traditional clinical treatment towards a preventative model of health. I offer my clients a personalised diet and exercise health plan that has been customised based on their unique bio-medical data to get the best outcomes and on-going coaching and counselling support to help overcome any mental/emotional barriers that might stand in the way of their success
This has given me a deeper understanding of hu man behaviours and the patterns that keep us unhealthy.
Transformative Health Coaching has been borne out of my commitment to change the approach to eating, exercise & perception of fitness. I have intentionally stepped away from traditional clinical treatment towards a preventative model of health. I offer my clients a personalised diet and exercise health plan that has been customised based on their unique bio-medical data to get the best outcomes and on-going coaching and counselling support to help overcome any mental/emotional barriers that might stand in the way of their success
(03) 8338 1126 View (03) 8338 1126
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Scott McDonald
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Middle Park, VIC 3206
Scott has a client-centred, psychodynamic approach that uncovers the developmental roots of thoughts, feelings, and behaviour. Scott aims to help clients to understand themselves and their relationships at a deeper level. Scott's practice is an open and non-judgemental space where clients can freely explore their anxieties, interpersonal relationships, attachment issues, obsessive thought processes, intrusive thoughts, feelings of panic, feelings of guilt etc. Scott's approach views these issues through an existential lens, exploring profound concerns such as the meaning of life, freedom of choice, and feelings of isolation.
Scott has a client-centred, psychodynamic approach that uncovers the developmental roots of thoughts, feelings, and behaviour. Scott aims to help clients to understand themselves and their relationships at a deeper level. Scott's practice is an open and non-judgemental space where clients can freely explore their anxieties, interpersonal relationships, attachment issues, obsessive thought processes, intrusive thoughts, feelings of panic, feelings of guilt etc. Scott's approach views these issues through an existential lens, exploring profound concerns such as the meaning of life, freedom of choice, and feelings of isolation.
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Anthony Christian Couroupis
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Middle Park, VIC 3206
Anthony has experience working with a range of mental health issues – in particular depression, anxiety disorders, sleep disorders, and helps people with assertiveness, aggressive behaviour, and low self-esteem. He also has an interest in existential psychotherapy and enjoys helping people find meaning and purpose.
Anthony has experience working with a range of mental health issues – in particular depression, anxiety disorders, sleep disorders, and helps people with assertiveness, aggressive behaviour, and low self-esteem. He also has an interest in existential psychotherapy and enjoys helping people find meaning and purpose.
(03) 7003 2330 View (03) 7003 2330
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Dr Rob Psychology
Psychologist, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Middle Park, VIC 3206
I work with various mental health difficulties; Depression, Anxiety, OCD, Panic, Trauma/PTSD, Phobias, Self-harm, Suicidal behaviours, Attachment, Separation Anxiety, Family relationship conflict, Anger Management, Exam Stress, Emotional resilience, Self-esteem difficulties, Sleep difficulties, Neuro-developmental Disorders, and Family/Parents difficulties.
I am a Clincial Psychologist who is APHRA registered and an Australian Psychological Society Member (MAPS). I have over 10 years of experience working with children, adolescents, young adults and families. I have completed a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology, Masters in Sport & Exercise Psychology with Commendation and Bachelor of Science Degree with Honours in Psychology. I have substantial experience of working with a range of client groups across the lifespan in a variety of settings.
I work with various mental health difficulties; Depression, Anxiety, OCD, Panic, Trauma/PTSD, Phobias, Self-harm, Suicidal behaviours, Attachment, Separation Anxiety, Family relationship conflict, Anger Management, Exam Stress, Emotional resilience, Self-esteem difficulties, Sleep difficulties, Neuro-developmental Disorders, and Family/Parents difficulties.
I am a Clincial Psychologist who is APHRA registered and an Australian Psychological Society Member (MAPS). I have over 10 years of experience working with children, adolescents, young adults and families. I have completed a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology, Masters in Sport & Exercise Psychology with Commendation and Bachelor of Science Degree with Honours in Psychology. I have substantial experience of working with a range of client groups across the lifespan in a variety of settings.
(03) 7003 2940 View (03) 7003 2940
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George Nelson
Counsellor, ACA-L4
Verified Verified
Middle Park, VIC 3206
George is a qualified psychotherapist, coach, clinical counsellor, relationship therapist, educator, speech therapist, voice production and training consultant. George has worked with children, teenagers and adults to help them with communication, speech, voice production and dramatic expression for presentation, (certain clients include news-presenters, actors, reporters and radio announcers). Working with individuals, couples & adolescents, George has developed a specialisation for relationship/couples counselling, family therapy as well as Men’s Health (for men, their partners and families).
George is a qualified psychotherapist, coach, clinical counsellor, relationship therapist, educator, speech therapist, voice production and training consultant. George has worked with children, teenagers and adults to help them with communication, speech, voice production and dramatic expression for presentation, (certain clients include news-presenters, actors, reporters and radio announcers). Working with individuals, couples & adolescents, George has developed a specialisation for relationship/couples counselling, family therapy as well as Men’s Health (for men, their partners and families).
(03) 7302 8896 View (03) 7302 8896

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Brydan Xavier
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Prahran, VIC 3181
Brydan works across may psychological problems, however has an interest working with complex presentations,dual diagnosis, personality disorders, gender, sexuality and intimacy issues, trauma, and men's mental health.
Brydan (he/him) works with adults of all backgrounds, and has a particular interest working with adult men, those within the LGBTI+ community, First Nations people, and those impacted by the criminal justice system (including victims/survivors of crime, people with lived experience of incarceration, and employees/staff within police, courts, prisons, and other law enforcement agencies). Brydan works with clients in Australia through his practice Brydan Xavier Psychology (www.brydanxavier.com.au) and travels internationally to work with clients abroad through his practice Global Minds Psychology (www.globalmindspsychology.com).
Brydan works across may psychological problems, however has an interest working with complex presentations,dual diagnosis, personality disorders, gender, sexuality and intimacy issues, trauma, and men's mental health.
Brydan (he/him) works with adults of all backgrounds, and has a particular interest working with adult men, those within the LGBTI+ community, First Nations people, and those impacted by the criminal justice system (including victims/survivors of crime, people with lived experience of incarceration, and employees/staff within police, courts, prisons, and other law enforcement agencies). Brydan works with clients in Australia through his practice Brydan Xavier Psychology (www.brydanxavier.com.au) and travels internationally to work with clients abroad through his practice Global Minds Psychology (www.globalmindspsychology.com).
(03) 7003 2287 View (03) 7003 2287
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Alex Cloumassis
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified Verified
Melbourne, VIC 3000
I believe in offering justice to people's stories, as we all need a hu mane witness to understand us and all parts of us.
Hi, I'm Alex. I'm a counsellor and clinical supervisor who works from a social justice, hu man rights, and non-pathologising lens. I use existential, trauma-informed and person-centred perspectives in counselling. I offer a gentle and curious approach and will be a co-traveller invested in your journey with you. I will not see you as ill, unwell or disordered, but rather as a hu man who thinks, feels and experiences the world in response to their current or past experiences. I offer clinical supervision both in person and online also.
I believe in offering justice to people's stories, as we all need a hu mane witness to understand us and all parts of us.
Hi, I'm Alex. I'm a counsellor and clinical supervisor who works from a social justice, hu man rights, and non-pathologising lens. I use existential, trauma-informed and person-centred perspectives in counselling. I offer a gentle and curious approach and will be a co-traveller invested in your journey with you. I will not see you as ill, unwell or disordered, but rather as a hu man who thinks, feels and experiences the world in response to their current or past experiences. I offer clinical supervision both in person and online also.
(03) 7003 2460 View (03) 7003 2460
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Dr Arthur Stabolidis: The Psychology Suite
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA Endorsed
Verified Verified
Melbourne, VIC 3000  (Online Only)
Endorsed by The Psychology Board of Australia as a clinical psychologist, I completed my training through The University of Melbourne and conducted clinical research through the Royal Wo men’s Hospital.
You have come here with a concern you want some help with. Understanding that concern, its impact on your life, and its place within the story of your life is an integral part of the therapy process. My specialty clinical interests include adult ADHD assessment and treatment, anxiety, depression, stress management, and helping clients navigate significant life changes. I am also trained in clinical hypnotherapy which I utilise in the management of chronic pain conditions such as endometriosis, fibro neuralgia and IBS.
Endorsed by The Psychology Board of Australia as a clinical psychologist, I completed my training through The University of Melbourne and conducted clinical research through the Royal Wo men’s Hospital.
You have come here with a concern you want some help with. Understanding that concern, its impact on your life, and its place within the story of your life is an integral part of the therapy process. My specialty clinical interests include adult ADHD assessment and treatment, anxiety, depression, stress management, and helping clients navigate significant life changes. I am also trained in clinical hypnotherapy which I utilise in the management of chronic pain conditions such as endometriosis, fibro neuralgia and IBS.
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Staghorn Sexology
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AASW
Verified Verified
Melbourne, VIC 3000
Our relationship work is influenced by Gott man Method Couple Therapy, EFT and CCBT.
We provide counselling specialising in the following areas: psychosexual therapy for sexual problems such as erectile dysfunction, perfor mance anxieties, ejaculatory disorders, painful sex and mismatched/low libido; relationship counselling; individual counselling especially around gender/sexual orientation issues, trauma and anxiety/depression. We have special interest in men's health, ageing sexuality, sexual function after cancer diagnosis/treatment, infidelity, sexual trauma and gay/lesbian/queer relationships including consensual non-monogamy.
Our relationship work is influenced by Gott man Method Couple Therapy, EFT and CCBT.
We provide counselling specialising in the following areas: psychosexual therapy for sexual problems such as erectile dysfunction, perfor mance anxieties, ejaculatory disorders, painful sex and mismatched/low libido; relationship counselling; individual counselling especially around gender/sexual orientation issues, trauma and anxiety/depression. We have special interest in men's health, ageing sexuality, sexual function after cancer diagnosis/treatment, infidelity, sexual trauma and gay/lesbian/queer relationships including consensual non-monogamy.
(02) 4063 1410 View (02) 4063 1410
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Clayton McDonald
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Melbourne, VIC 3000  (Online Only)
Clayton is a Clinical Psychologist who values understanding the differences of each person's experience. He takes a neuro-affirming, client-centred approach to therapy, fostering a nonjudgmental space to offer personalised care that resonates with each individual's unique needs. Clayton has experience working with people across the lifespan and has worked in various settings, including schools, private practices, and hospitals. Clayton has an interest in cognitive assessment, particularly those that highlight and embrace neurodiversity.
Clayton is a Clinical Psychologist who values understanding the differences of each person's experience. He takes a neuro-affirming, client-centred approach to therapy, fostering a nonjudgmental space to offer personalised care that resonates with each individual's unique needs. Clayton has experience working with people across the lifespan and has worked in various settings, including schools, private practices, and hospitals. Clayton has an interest in cognitive assessment, particularly those that highlight and embrace neurodiversity.
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Jeremy Neumann
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Balaclava, VIC 3183
Through hu manistic and existential psychology frameworks, I guide you towards meaningful healing and personal growth.
Jeremy is the director and principle clinician of a thriving psychology/counselling clinic in Malvern and is a highly experienced psychotherapist (BBus; GDipPsych; MSW, AMHSW) with a breadth of clinical experience across both the public and the private sectors. Jeremy has a clinical interest working with people through anxiety, life transitions, identity and depression. He has a strong grounding in hu manistic psych & mindfulness based approaches, completing further training in Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), and also in EMDR for working with trauma. Jeremy incorporates the ideals of everyday mindfulness into his practice.
Through hu manistic and existential psychology frameworks, I guide you towards meaningful healing and personal growth.
Jeremy is the director and principle clinician of a thriving psychology/counselling clinic in Malvern and is a highly experienced psychotherapist (BBus; GDipPsych; MSW, AMHSW) with a breadth of clinical experience across both the public and the private sectors. Jeremy has a clinical interest working with people through anxiety, life transitions, identity and depression. He has a strong grounding in hu manistic psych & mindfulness based approaches, completing further training in Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), and also in EMDR for working with trauma. Jeremy incorporates the ideals of everyday mindfulness into his practice.
(03) 7003 2136 View (03) 7003 2136
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Neuroperformance
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Melbourne, VIC 3004
Ryan Morgan is a registered psychologist with post graduate training in non-medication based approaches for addressing conditions for such as sleep disorders, ADHD, stress and burnout, depression, anxiety and peak perfor mance for students, athletes and professionals. Including his training in psychology, Ryan has further trained in nutritional medicine for mental health (CMHIMP),brain health coaching, evidence based neurotherapies such as neurofeedback, tDCS and rTMS, as well as clinical hypnosis for the prevention and treatment of brain based dysregulation.
Ryan Morgan is a registered psychologist with post graduate training in non-medication based approaches for addressing conditions for such as sleep disorders, ADHD, stress and burnout, depression, anxiety and peak perfor mance for students, athletes and professionals. Including his training in psychology, Ryan has further trained in nutritional medicine for mental health (CMHIMP),brain health coaching, evidence based neurotherapies such as neurofeedback, tDCS and rTMS, as well as clinical hypnosis for the prevention and treatment of brain based dysregulation.
(03) 7003 2179 View (03) 7003 2179
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Luke Lee Tet Counselling & Coaching
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
Melbourne, VIC 3000
At Luke Lee Tet Counselling & Coaching, we utilise a body-based intervention approach to calm, soothe and regulate you. I believe that you are the expert of your own life. My focus is to guide you through to the answers you are looking for to manage your situation. For some people, life can make them feel overwhelmed, helpless, and hopeless. As a supportive and nurturing service, I will work with you to connect to your strengths while building the necessary skills to manage your mental and emotional wellbeing.
At Luke Lee Tet Counselling & Coaching, we utilise a body-based intervention approach to calm, soothe and regulate you. I believe that you are the expert of your own life. My focus is to guide you through to the answers you are looking for to manage your situation. For some people, life can make them feel overwhelmed, helpless, and hopeless. As a supportive and nurturing service, I will work with you to connect to your strengths while building the necessary skills to manage your mental and emotional wellbeing.
(03) 7303 3757 View (03) 7303 3757
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Corey Ferguson
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA Prov
Verified Verified
Melbourne, VIC 3000
Hi, I'm Corey (He/Him), I'm a passionate registered psychologist dedicated to supporting neurodivergent and LGBTQIA+ communities. As a queer and neurodivergent clinician, my personal experiences help me deeply empathise with the challenges my clients face. I have extensive experience with a wide range of issues, including ADHD, gender identity, gender dysphoria, dissociative disorders, mood disorders, family and relationship conflicts, and complex trauma and abuse.
Hi, I'm Corey (He/Him), I'm a passionate registered psychologist dedicated to supporting neurodivergent and LGBTQIA+ communities. As a queer and neurodivergent clinician, my personal experiences help me deeply empathise with the challenges my clients face. I have extensive experience with a wide range of issues, including ADHD, gender identity, gender dysphoria, dissociative disorders, mood disorders, family and relationship conflicts, and complex trauma and abuse.
(02) 9159 6647 View (02) 9159 6647
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Grief & Trauma Support
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, AASW
Verified Verified
Melbourne, VIC 3000
With over 20 years experience in supporting people with grief, bereavement and trauma, I offer a holistic and down to earth hu man focused approach to the many and varied challenges we face in life.
This service is for people who have experienced grief, loss and trauma and are looking for a counsellor/therapist who has specialised training, skills and experience in this area. I have worked in this field for over 20 years counselling and supporting people following perinatal loss, death of a child, suicide, road accidents, workplace deaths, living with terminal illness and other forms of loss associated with injury, illness, disability and ageing. My focus is on supporting you to find your own way to live with your experiences of grief, loss and trauma. I believe in offering you as much agency and control as possible.
With over 20 years experience in supporting people with grief, bereavement and trauma, I offer a holistic and down to earth hu man focused approach to the many and varied challenges we face in life.
This service is for people who have experienced grief, loss and trauma and are looking for a counsellor/therapist who has specialised training, skills and experience in this area. I have worked in this field for over 20 years counselling and supporting people following perinatal loss, death of a child, suicide, road accidents, workplace deaths, living with terminal illness and other forms of loss associated with injury, illness, disability and ageing. My focus is on supporting you to find your own way to live with your experiences of grief, loss and trauma. I believe in offering you as much agency and control as possible.
(03) 5909 9328 View (03) 5909 9328
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ACE Counselling
Counsellor, MSc
Verified Verified
Melbourne, VIC 3000
The client informs my counselling approach, not any theory or modality. It's about making the client feel comfortable and being able to communicate confidently with an end goal in sight. I follow the 80/20 rule in counselling; the client talks 80% of the time, and I respond 20% of the time. With 13+ years working as a mental health nurse, both in the private and public sector, I have helped hundreds of clients and I am versed in all facets of mental health counselling. As a counsellor, I offer a safe and non-judgmental space for personal growth and healing, helping individuals overcome challenges to achieve lasting positive change.
The client informs my counselling approach, not any theory or modality. It's about making the client feel comfortable and being able to communicate confidently with an end goal in sight. I follow the 80/20 rule in counselling; the client talks 80% of the time, and I respond 20% of the time. With 13+ years working as a mental health nurse, both in the private and public sector, I have helped hundreds of clients and I am versed in all facets of mental health counselling. As a counsellor, I offer a safe and non-judgmental space for personal growth and healing, helping individuals overcome challenges to achieve lasting positive change.
(03) 6364 2946 View (03) 6364 2946
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Michael Rooney
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
Melbourne, VIC 3000
I have helped many people move from the pain of addiction to leading fulfilled and better lives.
You promised you would not watch online porn or live sex cams again. You feel guilt and shame because you want to stop but cant. You visited a sex worker recently and now you are worried you might have put the health of your family at risk. You plan to spend a short time on dating apps and find yourself spending hours on them, unable to put them down, feeling desperate and hopeless. You have an instant attraction when you meet a particular type of person, believing they are the one. You might be in recovery for alcohol / drug addiction, but your compulsive sexual acting out behaviours have increased and you feel guilt and shame.
I have helped many people move from the pain of addiction to leading fulfilled and better lives.
You promised you would not watch online porn or live sex cams again. You feel guilt and shame because you want to stop but cant. You visited a sex worker recently and now you are worried you might have put the health of your family at risk. You plan to spend a short time on dating apps and find yourself spending hours on them, unable to put them down, feeling desperate and hopeless. You have an instant attraction when you meet a particular type of person, believing they are the one. You might be in recovery for alcohol / drug addiction, but your compulsive sexual acting out behaviours have increased and you feel guilt and shame.
(02) 4504 0389 View (02) 4504 0389
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Ben Lesberg
Psychotherapist, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
Melbourne, VIC 3000
Many of us have old stories and ways of being which get in the way of uncovering and recognising our unique gifts to ourselves and the world. I am a trauma informed integrative psychotherapist assisting people appreciate who they are, and who they might want to become. I'm passionate about helping people flourish through realising their potential in personal mission, vocation, self development, and relationships.
Many of us have old stories and ways of being which get in the way of uncovering and recognising our unique gifts to ourselves and the world. I am a trauma informed integrative psychotherapist assisting people appreciate who they are, and who they might want to become. I'm passionate about helping people flourish through realising their potential in personal mission, vocation, self development, and relationships.
(03) 8400 0233 View (03) 8400 0233
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Dr Justin Tomyn
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Richmond, VIC 3121
I am an experienced Clinical Psychologist with 10 years experience, including in a senior position in a dynamic public sector role at Eastern Health. I have a relaxed but professional approach. I work with adults and adolescents who are experiencing emotional difficulties such as anxiety, low mood and depression, life stress and adjustment difficulties, low self-esteem, self-criticism, trauma and chronic effects from adversity early in life (e.g., family separation, emotional abuse, bullying), ongoing family problems, relationship work & study problems, ADHD, and problems with addictive behaviours.
I am an experienced Clinical Psychologist with 10 years experience, including in a senior position in a dynamic public sector role at Eastern Health. I have a relaxed but professional approach. I work with adults and adolescents who are experiencing emotional difficulties such as anxiety, low mood and depression, life stress and adjustment difficulties, low self-esteem, self-criticism, trauma and chronic effects from adversity early in life (e.g., family separation, emotional abuse, bullying), ongoing family problems, relationship work & study problems, ADHD, and problems with addictive behaviours.
(03) 7500 5783 View (03) 7500 5783

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Male Counsellors

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.



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