Male Therapists in Brown Deer, WI
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Don D Rosenberg
Marriage & Family Therapist, LP, LCSW, LMFT, CSAC, CEAP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brown Deer, WI 53209
I'm widely respected for diagnostic and treatment accu men.
Personal emotional crisis? Struggling with couple problems? Troubled by child behavioral problems? Caught in a cycle of substance abuse? Come for an evaluation. Start and complete your recovery at Shorehaven. 80% of problems improve in under 16 visits. Comprehensive services include individual, child, couple, and family therapy. I am a trainer of therapists and President of Shorehaven. We will direct you to help and solutions for emotional, behavioral, problems. Shorehaven is a Future Fifty Company, honored by the MMAC, BBB+, and Wisconsin licensed.
I'm widely respected for diagnostic and treatment accu men.
Personal emotional crisis? Struggling with couple problems? Troubled by child behavioral problems? Caught in a cycle of substance abuse? Come for an evaluation. Start and complete your recovery at Shorehaven. 80% of problems improve in under 16 visits. Comprehensive services include individual, child, couple, and family therapy. I am a trainer of therapists and President of Shorehaven. We will direct you to help and solutions for emotional, behavioral, problems. Shorehaven is a Future Fifty Company, honored by the MMAC, BBB+, and Wisconsin licensed.
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Anthony is a licensed psychotherapist with 26 years of clinical experience practicing cognitive behavioral, solution-focused, holistic psychotherapy. Anthony is aware that this is not everyone's cup of tea. He has worked as a clinical operations supervisor/director for outpatient mental health clinics, AODA programs, and corrections facilities. Most of Anthony's career has been addressing substance addictions, adjustment disorders, and trauma recovery. Anthony has experienced a diverse work history that includes service in the US Navy, as a paramedic, police officer, and crisis worker.
Anthony is a licensed psychotherapist with 26 years of clinical experience practicing cognitive behavioral, solution-focused, holistic psychotherapy. Anthony is aware that this is not everyone's cup of tea. He has worked as a clinical operations supervisor/director for outpatient mental health clinics, AODA programs, and corrections facilities. Most of Anthony's career has been addressing substance addictions, adjustment disorders, and trauma recovery. Anthony has experienced a diverse work history that includes service in the US Navy, as a paramedic, police officer, and crisis worker.
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I offer care for individuals facing a variety of challenges such as Trauma/PTSD, depression, grief, parent-child conflict, obsessive-compulsive disorder, borderline personality disorder, and schizophrenia spectrum disorder. Compassion is at the heart of my therapeutic approach as I seek to combine authentic encounters with evidence-based techniques to meet you where you are and to support you in creating real and attainable goals.
I offer care for individuals facing a variety of challenges such as Trauma/PTSD, depression, grief, parent-child conflict, obsessive-compulsive disorder, borderline personality disorder, and schizophrenia spectrum disorder. Compassion is at the heart of my therapeutic approach as I seek to combine authentic encounters with evidence-based techniques to meet you where you are and to support you in creating real and attainable goals.
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Many Roads Clinic (MRC), provides psychotherapy and other mental health services to a broad range of clients in the Milwaukee area. Inspired by the notion that there are many roads to recovery, MRC strives to meet the needs of it's clients by providing diverse, evidence based therapies and interventions that are personalized to each individual. We provide for a wide range of client issues including but not limited to depression, anxiety, addictions, substance use, trauma, relationship/family issues, stress management, anger management and grief/loss. MRC provides a safe, warm and nurturing environment for clients to heal and grow.
Many Roads Clinic (MRC), provides psychotherapy and other mental health services to a broad range of clients in the Milwaukee area. Inspired by the notion that there are many roads to recovery, MRC strives to meet the needs of it's clients by providing diverse, evidence based therapies and interventions that are personalized to each individual. We provide for a wide range of client issues including but not limited to depression, anxiety, addictions, substance use, trauma, relationship/family issues, stress management, anger management and grief/loss. MRC provides a safe, warm and nurturing environment for clients to heal and grow.
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This method is particularly effective in helping men confront the mental health issues they may have previously overlooked or dismissed.
Timothy HyerDevine, LPC is a therapist at LifeStance Health in Wisconsin. Practicing since 2022, Timothy is committed to helping individuals navigate their mental health challenges through a unique, educational style of counseling. Serving teens, adults, and seniors, Timothy is particularly passionate about men's mental health, with a strong focus on addressing anxiety and depression—conditions that often go unnoticed and untreated in men. Through individual therapy, Timothy works to empower his clients, guiding them to recognize and break free from unhelpful patterns that hinder their ability to lead valuedriven lives.
This method is particularly effective in helping men confront the mental health issues they may have previously overlooked or dismissed.
Timothy HyerDevine, LPC is a therapist at LifeStance Health in Wisconsin. Practicing since 2022, Timothy is committed to helping individuals navigate their mental health challenges through a unique, educational style of counseling. Serving teens, adults, and seniors, Timothy is particularly passionate about men's mental health, with a strong focus on addressing anxiety and depression—conditions that often go unnoticed and untreated in men. Through individual therapy, Timothy works to empower his clients, guiding them to recognize and break free from unhelpful patterns that hinder their ability to lead valuedriven lives.
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Hi. My name is Greg Ullstrom. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with additional training in treating addictions. I have a B.A in Hu man Services and Crisis Counseling from Metropolitan State University and an M.A. in Clinical Counseling from Lakeland University. I have experience with adolescents, adults and seniors.
Hi. My name is Greg Ullstrom. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with additional training in treating addictions. I have a B.A in Hu man Services and Crisis Counseling from Metropolitan State University and an M.A. in Clinical Counseling from Lakeland University. I have experience with adolescents, adults and seniors.
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Manna Behavioral Services,
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS, CSAC, MAC
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53218
As a recovering person myself, I understand the web of addiction. I also understand how breaking the cycle of addiction can bring you freedom. If your life is emotionally, spiritually and physically bankrupt spiraling out of control from drugs and/or alcohol, I am here to assist. I value working with each individual and meet them where they are at "it's about Nourishing Choices." I'm passionate, respectful, and nonjudgmental manner to empower you to meet your goals. I have an unconditional positive regard approach to counseling. That will encourage you to change your lifestyle. Call me today to get started.
As a recovering person myself, I understand the web of addiction. I also understand how breaking the cycle of addiction can bring you freedom. If your life is emotionally, spiritually and physically bankrupt spiraling out of control from drugs and/or alcohol, I am here to assist. I value working with each individual and meet them where they are at "it's about Nourishing Choices." I'm passionate, respectful, and nonjudgmental manner to empower you to meet your goals. I have an unconditional positive regard approach to counseling. That will encourage you to change your lifestyle. Call me today to get started.
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Are you struggling in ways you don't feel equipped to handle? Anxiety, depression, academic issues, or changes in your eating or sleeping habits? It's okay! You aren't supposed to have all the answers. Getting professional support now can give you a lifetime of better mental health by teaching you the skills you need to succeed in an environment that feels safe and supportive.
Are you struggling in ways you don't feel equipped to handle? Anxiety, depression, academic issues, or changes in your eating or sleeping habits? It's okay! You aren't supposed to have all the answers. Getting professional support now can give you a lifetime of better mental health by teaching you the skills you need to succeed in an environment that feels safe and supportive.
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It is with that understanding, that he uses an integrative and hu manistic approach that utilizes many different interventions to discover and reveal the light that you carry inside.
Connor Novack is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and received his Master’s in Social Work in 2018. For the past six years, he worked with adults and youth in the Milwaukee area working towards a variety of goals related to overall well-being. Connor is particularly experienced in working with young adults who are making that transition from adolescence and high school into the adult world, but enjoys providing support around all major life changes, whether it is a new job, loss of a loved one, or relationship difficulties.
It is with that understanding, that he uses an integrative and hu manistic approach that utilizes many different interventions to discover and reveal the light that you carry inside.
Connor Novack is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and received his Master’s in Social Work in 2018. For the past six years, he worked with adults and youth in the Milwaukee area working towards a variety of goals related to overall well-being. Connor is particularly experienced in working with young adults who are making that transition from adolescence and high school into the adult world, but enjoys providing support around all major life changes, whether it is a new job, loss of a loved one, or relationship difficulties.
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Nico Salazar (whose current availability is every other week) is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Wisconsin who has been practicing since 2021. He graduated from Marquette University. Nico aims to help clients by offering a validating and warm space to share their challenges and take the time to work together to develop a plan. He utilizes evidenced-based approaches and skills from CBT and DBT to find a path forward and allow clients to break out of old unhelpful habits. Nico has experience working with patients struggling with Eating Disorders, Depression, Bipolar Disorders, Anxiety, and Borderline Personality Disorder.
Nico Salazar (whose current availability is every other week) is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Wisconsin who has been practicing since 2021. He graduated from Marquette University. Nico aims to help clients by offering a validating and warm space to share their challenges and take the time to work together to develop a plan. He utilizes evidenced-based approaches and skills from CBT and DBT to find a path forward and allow clients to break out of old unhelpful habits. Nico has experience working with patients struggling with Eating Disorders, Depression, Bipolar Disorders, Anxiety, and Borderline Personality Disorder.
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James has a Masters(MSW), and PhD in Clinical Social Work. Post Doctoral Certificate of Psychoanalysis and Certificate Corporate Counseling and Consulting. Education aside, James has a down to earth clinical approach designed to meet the wants and needs of each patient. Relationships are an important focus; including the relationship one has with oneself. Dr. Lipusch prefers that treatment goals include having fun with life.
James has a Masters(MSW), and PhD in Clinical Social Work. Post Doctoral Certificate of Psychoanalysis and Certificate Corporate Counseling and Consulting. Education aside, James has a down to earth clinical approach designed to meet the wants and needs of each patient. Relationships are an important focus; including the relationship one has with oneself. Dr. Lipusch prefers that treatment goals include having fun with life.
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For over 35 years, as a licensed clinical social worker, I've assisted adolescents, adults and couples transform from struggle to satisfaction. I take a comprehensive and thoughtful approach to fully understand and address your concerns. I realize your story is unique and your self-discovery path will become clearer as we work together. I assist people with aging concerns, anxiety, caregiver issues, depression and mood changes, grief, parenting strategies, post-traumatic stress, relationship and family issues, stress related to school, work, legal issues and substance dependence.
For over 35 years, as a licensed clinical social worker, I've assisted adolescents, adults and couples transform from struggle to satisfaction. I take a comprehensive and thoughtful approach to fully understand and address your concerns. I realize your story is unique and your self-discovery path will become clearer as we work together. I assist people with aging concerns, anxiety, caregiver issues, depression and mood changes, grief, parenting strategies, post-traumatic stress, relationship and family issues, stress related to school, work, legal issues and substance dependence.
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Christopher Borden is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Clinical Substance Abuse Counselor who provides outpatient psychotherapy to children, adolescents, and adults. Christopher incorporates mindfulness into his practice and his therapeutic approach includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Areas of particular interest to Christopher include child and adolescent behavioral problems, addictive behaviors, the LGBTQ+ community, and professionals going through adjustments in their careers.
Christopher Borden is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Clinical Substance Abuse Counselor who provides outpatient psychotherapy to children, adolescents, and adults. Christopher incorporates mindfulness into his practice and his therapeutic approach includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Areas of particular interest to Christopher include child and adolescent behavioral problems, addictive behaviors, the LGBTQ+ community, and professionals going through adjustments in their careers.
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Robert Lee Abercrombie
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS, NCC
Verified Verified
Glendale, WI 53209
My ideal client is any young adult who feels challenged by life's current twist and turns or who is feeling stuck because they believe that they can't overcome the past. A person like this needs support, clarity, honesty and empathy. That client needs a place to cry, laugh, be angry and vent without the fear of being judged. This client would be able to develop goals that free them from the shackles that bind them mentally, physically and spiritually. They would be free to recreate new alliances with a faith or family that may have harmed or injured or even become more loving of a body that was violated.
My ideal client is any young adult who feels challenged by life's current twist and turns or who is feeling stuck because they believe that they can't overcome the past. A person like this needs support, clarity, honesty and empathy. That client needs a place to cry, laugh, be angry and vent without the fear of being judged. This client would be able to develop goals that free them from the shackles that bind them mentally, physically and spiritually. They would be free to recreate new alliances with a faith or family that may have harmed or injured or even become more loving of a body that was violated.
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Robert L. Abercrombie has been a Masters level, licensed therapist with the State of Wisconsin since 2021. He specializes in treating adults, couples, and adolescents across the spectrum of mental health disorders. Robert uses a variety of modalities in treatment to include making use of a person s spiritual and cultural strengths. His philosophy is that therapy is a process. It starts with faith in your healing and in yourself and ends with a newfound love that challenges you to live in the fullness of your new self.
Robert L. Abercrombie has been a Masters level, licensed therapist with the State of Wisconsin since 2021. He specializes in treating adults, couples, and adolescents across the spectrum of mental health disorders. Robert uses a variety of modalities in treatment to include making use of a person s spiritual and cultural strengths. His philosophy is that therapy is a process. It starts with faith in your healing and in yourself and ends with a newfound love that challenges you to live in the fullness of your new self.
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Brian is an exceptionally open, kind-hearted therapist providing emotional safety for clients to explore their concerns. With warmth and humor, he assists clients struggling with a wide range of concerns including substance dependence, anxiety, depression, self-worth, trauma, conflicts, and family or other relationship issues. Brian utilizes an integrative approach with his clients, combining elements of solution-focused, cognitive behavior therapy, and therapy to heal family-of-origin pain and trauma.
Brian is an exceptionally open, kind-hearted therapist providing emotional safety for clients to explore their concerns. With warmth and humor, he assists clients struggling with a wide range of concerns including substance dependence, anxiety, depression, self-worth, trauma, conflicts, and family or other relationship issues. Brian utilizes an integrative approach with his clients, combining elements of solution-focused, cognitive behavior therapy, and therapy to heal family-of-origin pain and trauma.
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Donald L Schade
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53201 (Online Only)
Donnie utilizes a solution-focused and client-centered approach that supports clients in setting and reaching personalized, obtainable goals that improve their overall wellbeing. He also draws on evidence-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to teach clients coping skills and help them develop a better understanding of the connections between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. With almost ten years of clinical experience, Donnie has abundant experience integrating these therapy modalities in a manner best suited to meet the needs of each client.
Donnie utilizes a solution-focused and client-centered approach that supports clients in setting and reaching personalized, obtainable goals that improve their overall wellbeing. He also draws on evidence-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to teach clients coping skills and help them develop a better understanding of the connections between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. With almost ten years of clinical experience, Donnie has abundant experience integrating these therapy modalities in a manner best suited to meet the needs of each client.
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In addition to his clinical degrees and licenses, Tom holds a master’s degree in theology, which has prepared him well to comfortably address the spiritual issues about which many people report concern.
Thomas Galten is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) and clinical substance abuse counselor (CSAC) working with individual adults, couples and families with children. He has been practicing since 1994, when he graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee with a master’s degree in social work (MSW). Tom’s therapy style is relaxed and reflective and he seeks always to create and encourage an atmosphere of trust, good will and rapport with those who come to him for counseling. He is client-centered and strengths-based and believes in the client’s capacity to achieve higher levels of empowerment, freedom, happiness.
In addition to his clinical degrees and licenses, Tom holds a master’s degree in theology, which has prepared him well to comfortably address the spiritual issues about which many people report concern.
Thomas Galten is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) and clinical substance abuse counselor (CSAC) working with individual adults, couples and families with children. He has been practicing since 1994, when he graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee with a master’s degree in social work (MSW). Tom’s therapy style is relaxed and reflective and he seeks always to create and encourage an atmosphere of trust, good will and rapport with those who come to him for counseling. He is client-centered and strengths-based and believes in the client’s capacity to achieve higher levels of empowerment, freedom, happiness.
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Bob is also a Director of Operations, providing general management services for Lifestance clinics in Wisconsin.
Dr. Bob Nohr completed his PhD in clinical psychology at Marquette University and is a licensed psychologist. His primary areas of clinical interest are anxiety, depression, couples therapy, and collaborative divorce/mediation work. His approach combines sharing tools and insights that are research-supported while supporting clients in finding their own solutions based on their unique circumstances and values.
Bob is also a Director of Operations, providing general management services for Lifestance clinics in Wisconsin.
Dr. Bob Nohr completed his PhD in clinical psychology at Marquette University and is a licensed psychologist. His primary areas of clinical interest are anxiety, depression, couples therapy, and collaborative divorce/mediation work. His approach combines sharing tools and insights that are research-supported while supporting clients in finding their own solutions based on their unique circumstances and values.
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Licensed Professional Counselor Licensed Substance Abuse Counselor Areas of Expertise include: couples and collaborative couples therapy, anxiety, depression, dependence all substances, internet, gambling and more , codependency, guidance in working with a loved one s dependence, trauma, aging issues, mindfulness, cognitive-behavioral therapy, brainspotting, dialectical behavior therapy, life skills, life transitions, self esteem/self image, employment stress, general emotional well-being, crisis management, relapse prevention.
Licensed Professional Counselor Licensed Substance Abuse Counselor Areas of Expertise include: couples and collaborative couples therapy, anxiety, depression, dependence all substances, internet, gambling and more , codependency, guidance in working with a loved one s dependence, trauma, aging issues, mindfulness, cognitive-behavioral therapy, brainspotting, dialectical behavior therapy, life skills, life transitions, self esteem/self image, employment stress, general emotional well-being, crisis management, relapse prevention.
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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.