Male Therapists in Calgary, AB

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Clint Baker
Psychologist, MACP
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T3E
My goal is to companion clients on their journey to change in a strength-based, action-oriented, respectful way. I hope to build honest relationships with clients, where vulnerability is welcome and becomes the vehicle through which change and self-awareness can be generated. I work collaboratively with clients to enhance coping skills where needed, and to support them in intentionally building meaningful lives.
My goal is to companion clients on their journey to change in a strength-based, action-oriented, respectful way. I hope to build honest relationships with clients, where vulnerability is welcome and becomes the vehicle through which change and self-awareness can be generated. I work collaboratively with clients to enhance coping skills where needed, and to support them in intentionally building meaningful lives.
(825) 501-0578 View (825) 501-0578
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Jeremiah La Follette
Counsellor, RPC, MPCC, CT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T3G
You want Positive Results and waking up every day and dealing with the challenges of life can be tough enough, let alone if your dealing with the challenging issues of past/current trauma, depression, relational struggles, separation, thoughts of divorce, dealing with grief and loss or just plain feeling stuck in life and not being able to move forward. Any one of those issues in life can prevent you from attaining your personal hopes and dreams. You, as an individual, or couple, living in Calgary, Cochrane, or Airdrie deserve the fighting chance to make changes in your personal life or marriage that will allow you walk in NEW LIFE.
You want Positive Results and waking up every day and dealing with the challenges of life can be tough enough, let alone if your dealing with the challenging issues of past/current trauma, depression, relational struggles, separation, thoughts of divorce, dealing with grief and loss or just plain feeling stuck in life and not being able to move forward. Any one of those issues in life can prevent you from attaining your personal hopes and dreams. You, as an individual, or couple, living in Calgary, Cochrane, or Airdrie deserve the fighting chance to make changes in your personal life or marriage that will allow you walk in NEW LIFE.
(587) 803-5260 View (587) 803-5260
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Joel Brooks
Psychologist, MEd
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2H
Joel’s approach to therapy involves meeting clients where they are at. He acknowledges success depends upon a variety of factors and works diligently with each client to create a treatment plan specifically tailored to meet their goals to help them live their idea of a successful life. Joel works with children, adolescents, and adults. He offers assessments services for children and youth ages 5-18 and counselling services with children, youth, and adults. He understands children and adolescents often desire an experiential, hands-on therapeutic approach to process, understand, and alter their thoughts and feelings.
Joel’s approach to therapy involves meeting clients where they are at. He acknowledges success depends upon a variety of factors and works diligently with each client to create a treatment plan specifically tailored to meet their goals to help them live their idea of a successful life. Joel works with children, adolescents, and adults. He offers assessments services for children and youth ages 5-18 and counselling services with children, youth, and adults. He understands children and adolescents often desire an experiential, hands-on therapeutic approach to process, understand, and alter their thoughts and feelings.
(587) 609-5535 View (587) 609-5535
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Brad Muise
Counsellor, MACP, CCC
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T3H
At Aligned Counselling, I have a particular interest in treating depression, anxiety, addictions, life transitions, and helping military spouses, and spouses of oil patch workers, who may be feeling isolated, lonely and sad. I believe that many mental health difficulties stem from a person's thoughts and behaviours not aligning with their needs and goals. This can come about for many reasons, including stress, recent or past trauma, substance abuse, anxiety, depression or other mental health challenges. Seeking help takes enormous courage and I understand it may feel overwhelming or frightening. I'm here to help!
At Aligned Counselling, I have a particular interest in treating depression, anxiety, addictions, life transitions, and helping military spouses, and spouses of oil patch workers, who may be feeling isolated, lonely and sad. I believe that many mental health difficulties stem from a person's thoughts and behaviours not aligning with their needs and goals. This can come about for many reasons, including stress, recent or past trauma, substance abuse, anxiety, depression or other mental health challenges. Seeking help takes enormous courage and I understand it may feel overwhelming or frightening. I'm here to help!
(825) 255-5253 View (825) 255-5253
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Journey Counselling Inc
Psychologist, RPsych
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2Z
We enjoy helping clients of diverse backgrounds address both relationship and individual challenges. We provide empathic listening and a warm and safe environment to talk about issues. We can help you to gain perspective, understand and take responsibility for your feelings, and make clear requests for getting your needs met. We have experience working with a wide variety of issues including depression, anxiety, mood swings, low self esteem, out of control anger and addictions. (Visit our website for more information.)
We enjoy helping clients of diverse backgrounds address both relationship and individual challenges. We provide empathic listening and a warm and safe environment to talk about issues. We can help you to gain perspective, understand and take responsibility for your feelings, and make clear requests for getting your needs met. We have experience working with a wide variety of issues including depression, anxiety, mood swings, low self esteem, out of control anger and addictions. (Visit our website for more information.)
(403) 800-0755 View (403) 800-0755
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George Wahba
Registered Provisional Psychologist, BA, MACP
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T3M
Waitlist for new clients
What is your purpose? Do you feel as if there is no point to this rat race of a life we find ourselves in? What does a meaningful life even look like? As your Psychologist, I am here to support and guide you through any challenges you may be facing in your personal or professional life, that are stopping you from living your best life. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, or relationships. I am here to help you achieve positive transformation and personal growth. My approach is tailored to your unique needs and goals, with the aim of empowering you to make choices that lead to a more fulfilling & meaningful life.
What is your purpose? Do you feel as if there is no point to this rat race of a life we find ourselves in? What does a meaningful life even look like? As your Psychologist, I am here to support and guide you through any challenges you may be facing in your personal or professional life, that are stopping you from living your best life. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, or relationships. I am here to help you achieve positive transformation and personal growth. My approach is tailored to your unique needs and goals, with the aim of empowering you to make choices that lead to a more fulfilling & meaningful life.
(587) 741-2814 View (587) 741-2814
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Dr. Tyler Brown
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2W
It's natural to feel uncertain about our lives at some point. Situations can change unexpectedly and we can lose our sense of direction or purpose. Have you recently faced a major life adjustment, such as a chronic or life-threatening illness diagnosis, the death of a loved one, or a setback in your personal or professional life? These sudden challenges can be overwhelming, leaving us feeling emotionally drained and struggling to move forward. With the right tools, you can navigate these difficult transitions more effectively and work toward building the life you want to lead. Learn more about me at www.drtylerbrown.com
It's natural to feel uncertain about our lives at some point. Situations can change unexpectedly and we can lose our sense of direction or purpose. Have you recently faced a major life adjustment, such as a chronic or life-threatening illness diagnosis, the death of a loved one, or a setback in your personal or professional life? These sudden challenges can be overwhelming, leaving us feeling emotionally drained and struggling to move forward. With the right tools, you can navigate these difficult transitions more effectively and work toward building the life you want to lead. Learn more about me at www.drtylerbrown.com
(825) 605-4637 View (825) 605-4637
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Aaron Mark Smelski
Psychologist, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2R
My purpose is to help those with trauma find peace. Trauma has many faces. From haunting memories, and dreams to feeling anxious, angry, and depressed. Ties with friends and family can also be hurt. As much as trauma is painful, it is treatable. Over my 20 years of work, I have become an expert at building coping skills and helping others heal. I have had the honour to work with Canadian military veterans, RCMP, Calgary police, Paramedics and other professionals. I am also experienced working with persons who have been abused by their family and loved ones, motor vehicle accidents and other serious traumas.
My purpose is to help those with trauma find peace. Trauma has many faces. From haunting memories, and dreams to feeling anxious, angry, and depressed. Ties with friends and family can also be hurt. As much as trauma is painful, it is treatable. Over my 20 years of work, I have become an expert at building coping skills and helping others heal. I have had the honour to work with Canadian military veterans, RCMP, Calgary police, Paramedics and other professionals. I am also experienced working with persons who have been abused by their family and loved ones, motor vehicle accidents and other serious traumas.
(587) 507-4378 View (587) 507-4378
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Patrick C. Griffin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, RCSW
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T3H
Listening for your best self can best take place in the context of a safe, confidential, professional relationship with a therapist. Issues related to depression, anxiety, adult ADHD, workplace distress, relationship challenges, coming out and adjustment to illness often bring us to uncharted waters. In a collaborative, facilitated process we can identify specific strategies and skills for you to re-access your best self! Change is always possible.
Listening for your best self can best take place in the context of a safe, confidential, professional relationship with a therapist. Issues related to depression, anxiety, adult ADHD, workplace distress, relationship challenges, coming out and adjustment to illness often bring us to uncharted waters. In a collaborative, facilitated process we can identify specific strategies and skills for you to re-access your best self! Change is always possible.
(587) 413-1420 View (587) 413-1420
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Michael Andrew Gill
Counsellor, BSc, MACP, CCC
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2R
We all need support and we should never feel like we are alone through our life journey. I encourage people to use what they might believe as negativity and transform it into positivity. It is when we feel most down and vulnerable that opportunities can present themselves. Through 23 years of business consulting and working through a broad range of challenges I leverage these experiences and provide the guidance needed to build new paths forward. I use a personalized, customized therapeutic approach, because we are all unique and need very specific formulas for navigating through life.
We all need support and we should never feel like we are alone through our life journey. I encourage people to use what they might believe as negativity and transform it into positivity. It is when we feel most down and vulnerable that opportunities can present themselves. Through 23 years of business consulting and working through a broad range of challenges I leverage these experiences and provide the guidance needed to build new paths forward. I use a personalized, customized therapeutic approach, because we are all unique and need very specific formulas for navigating through life.
(587) 907-5395 View (587) 907-5395
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Pain Psychotherapy Canada
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2H
In our practice, we support people in reducing or eliminating their chronic pain, chronic symptoms, depression, anxiety, or trauma symptoms. We know dealing with chronic pain, symptoms, and mental health concerns is really difficult, and often we don't see a path forward towards healing. We ensure that each client we see is provided with treatment that best matches who they are and what their concerns are. Our therapists are friendly, caring, and relatable.
In our practice, we support people in reducing or eliminating their chronic pain, chronic symptoms, depression, anxiety, or trauma symptoms. We know dealing with chronic pain, symptoms, and mental health concerns is really difficult, and often we don't see a path forward towards healing. We ensure that each client we see is provided with treatment that best matches who they are and what their concerns are. Our therapists are friendly, caring, and relatable.
(587) 412-1627 View (587) 412-1627
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Marc Ross
Psychologist, PhD, (Ed)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T3A  (Online Only)
Courage, moderation, hope, wisdom, love, meaning and purpose, these are some of the qualities we wish for when we are struggling and in pain. If you or someone close to you are looking to embody these types of virtues in the face of adversity, I would like to offer my support.
Courage, moderation, hope, wisdom, love, meaning and purpose, these are some of the qualities we wish for when we are struggling and in pain. If you or someone close to you are looking to embody these types of virtues in the face of adversity, I would like to offer my support.
(587) 856-0402 View (587) 856-0402
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Elliott Kemmet
Registered Social Worker, MSW, BSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2C
*Currently accepting new clients* As an experienced counsellor, I have the great privilege of helping others discover insight and clarity in their lives to take action towards greater health and wellbeing. It is human to struggle. We all have our ups and downs and being isolated in our emotional experience can just make it worse. I am here to offer a warm and supportive environment to explore your concerns and achieve improvement in psychological, physical, spiritual and relational well-being.
*Currently accepting new clients* As an experienced counsellor, I have the great privilege of helping others discover insight and clarity in their lives to take action towards greater health and wellbeing. It is human to struggle. We all have our ups and downs and being isolated in our emotional experience can just make it worse. I am here to offer a warm and supportive environment to explore your concerns and achieve improvement in psychological, physical, spiritual and relational well-being.
(825) 250-3719 View (825) 250-3719
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Sunny Cheung
Registered Provisional Psychologist
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2N
Distress can be the catalyst for personal growth and meaningful transformation. The journey can take many paths and I would be honoured to join you. We will work collaboratively together and provide guidance toward positive change. We will focus on trust to create a safe and supportive relationship. It is crucial to me that we have a strong relationship in the therapy room, laying the foundation for effective therapy. I find value in understanding how past experiences shape our ways of thinking, relationship patterns, and coping mechanisms. In other times of need, we will focus on the urgent crisis at hand.
Distress can be the catalyst for personal growth and meaningful transformation. The journey can take many paths and I would be honoured to join you. We will work collaboratively together and provide guidance toward positive change. We will focus on trust to create a safe and supportive relationship. It is crucial to me that we have a strong relationship in the therapy room, laying the foundation for effective therapy. I find value in understanding how past experiences shape our ways of thinking, relationship patterns, and coping mechanisms. In other times of need, we will focus on the urgent crisis at hand.
(587) 856-8441 View (587) 856-8441
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Brad Olorenshaw
Counsellor, MA, BTh, CCPA
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T3B
My 20+ years experience working with couples and individuals will be noticed. Relationships, Communication, Men's issues and Identity formation are all areas I excel at. I also get to the heart of things efficiently and concisely. Those who have worked with me in the past really appreciate my warmth and how easy it is to get to know me. I am a registered counsellor with the CCPA, and have been a careful student of everything that can help a couple and consistently deliver excellence in the counselling experience. Please see my website for more info at www.relatecounselling.ca
My 20+ years experience working with couples and individuals will be noticed. Relationships, Communication, Men's issues and Identity formation are all areas I excel at. I also get to the heart of things efficiently and concisely. Those who have worked with me in the past really appreciate my warmth and how easy it is to get to know me. I am a registered counsellor with the CCPA, and have been a careful student of everything that can help a couple and consistently deliver excellence in the counselling experience. Please see my website for more info at www.relatecounselling.ca
(587) 813-5914 View (587) 813-5914
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Aaron Telnes
Psychologist, MC, RPsych
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2N
I strive to help clients to both overcome their mental health challenges and achieve their mental health and life-related goals through a client centered, solution-focused, approach to therapy. Starting with the end goal in mind and devising a plan to get you there. I work with clients who might be struggling with Insomnia, ADHD, Relationship Issues, Anxiety, Depression, and Life Transitions. I strive to support my clients to gain a greater sense of mastery and confidence in their lives, to build a healthy and positive mindset, and to attain skills that will allow them to confidently and comfortable approach the challenges of life.
I strive to help clients to both overcome their mental health challenges and achieve their mental health and life-related goals through a client centered, solution-focused, approach to therapy. Starting with the end goal in mind and devising a plan to get you there. I work with clients who might be struggling with Insomnia, ADHD, Relationship Issues, Anxiety, Depression, and Life Transitions. I strive to support my clients to gain a greater sense of mastery and confidence in their lives, to build a healthy and positive mindset, and to attain skills that will allow them to confidently and comfortable approach the challenges of life.
(587) 819-0203 View (587) 819-0203
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Jeff Kubik
Psychologist, MACP, CAT (C), CSCS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2T
Do you feel like you are living in misalignment with the things you care about? That you're living with unmet potential and spend time focusing on things that don't match your values? At work or in your relationships, this could be showing up as a big sense of distraction — even though you’re doing so much, it seems like you’re getting nowhere. You have high hopes and big dreams, but feel disconnected and stuck. Something might feel “off” and it’s hard for you to feel motivated to keep going through motions without procrastinating and delaying. I work with clients to improve their overall performance and life satisfaction.
Do you feel like you are living in misalignment with the things you care about? That you're living with unmet potential and spend time focusing on things that don't match your values? At work or in your relationships, this could be showing up as a big sense of distraction — even though you’re doing so much, it seems like you’re getting nowhere. You have high hopes and big dreams, but feel disconnected and stuck. Something might feel “off” and it’s hard for you to feel motivated to keep going through motions without procrastinating and delaying. I work with clients to improve their overall performance and life satisfaction.
(587) 851-3459 View (587) 851-3459
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Michael Shane McKernan
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, CSAT
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T3E
Forty five years of experience in a variety of settings including in and out patient psychiatry, children's psychiatry, community mental health and academia in front line, supervisory and director roles. I have certifications in sexual and multiple addictions treatment, EMDR, NLP, Aviation Crisis, IFS. I have training in psychoanalytic and Jungian psychotherapies, hypnosis, Gestalt, trauma and systems therapies. I enjoy a varied practice with couples work, individual work in the areas of trauma, depression, anxiety, life change. I see the connectedness of body, mind and spirit and view crisis as a powerful learning opportunity.
Forty five years of experience in a variety of settings including in and out patient psychiatry, children's psychiatry, community mental health and academia in front line, supervisory and director roles. I have certifications in sexual and multiple addictions treatment, EMDR, NLP, Aviation Crisis, IFS. I have training in psychoanalytic and Jungian psychotherapies, hypnosis, Gestalt, trauma and systems therapies. I enjoy a varied practice with couples work, individual work in the areas of trauma, depression, anxiety, life change. I see the connectedness of body, mind and spirit and view crisis as a powerful learning opportunity.
(825) 251-8499 View (825) 251-8499
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Gregory Eccles
Psychologist, MA
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2T
Clients are more than an issue or a diagnosis, and therapy needs to reflect this. People need to be understood in their entirety, and therapy should adapt to the whole of what they present. Clients are working to overcome the barriers of mental health struggles, while also trying to function in relationships, work, school, and other important domains of life; I want to help them thrive in all of these settings.
Clients are more than an issue or a diagnosis, and therapy needs to reflect this. People need to be understood in their entirety, and therapy should adapt to the whole of what they present. Clients are working to overcome the barriers of mental health struggles, while also trying to function in relationships, work, school, and other important domains of life; I want to help them thrive in all of these settings.
(587) 847-3287 View (587) 847-3287
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Andre Benoit
Psychologist, MSc
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2R
Waitlist for new clients
Provide service for clients living in Calgary, Alberta, and those living in the Yukon through telepsychology. Are you feeling stressed, depressed, worried, angry, or anxious? Does your schedule feel full, but part of you feel lost, empty, or unsatisfied? Have you experienced trauma or PTSD or other mental health conditions? Do you struggle with your sleep, focus, being with others, or finding joy? Or is it even hard to describe what you are struggling with? Feel free to contact me at 403.354.0423 or my website www.deeprootstherapies.com.
Provide service for clients living in Calgary, Alberta, and those living in the Yukon through telepsychology. Are you feeling stressed, depressed, worried, angry, or anxious? Does your schedule feel full, but part of you feel lost, empty, or unsatisfied? Have you experienced trauma or PTSD or other mental health conditions? Do you struggle with your sleep, focus, being with others, or finding joy? Or is it even hard to describe what you are struggling with? Feel free to contact me at 403.354.0423 or my website www.deeprootstherapies.com.
(587) 412-2703 View (587) 412-2703
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Daniel Prasad
Psychologist, BA, MACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2H
Located in Calgary. It is a difficult time, and challenges happen, my hope is to be able to work with you and draw on your strengths while offering a new perspective to help improve how things are going for you. One of the most challenging parts of counselling is the first step - reaching out. I am so happy to connect, answer questions, offer a no charge initial consultation, and to get started.
Located in Calgary. It is a difficult time, and challenges happen, my hope is to be able to work with you and draw on your strengths while offering a new perspective to help improve how things are going for you. One of the most challenging parts of counselling is the first step - reaching out. I am so happy to connect, answer questions, offer a no charge initial consultation, and to get started.
(825) 250-3387 View (825) 250-3387
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Mountain Top Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW , RSW
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T3R
Embark on a journey to the summit of your inner landscape with Mountain Top Therapy, where every conversation is a step up the path of self-discovery and healing. Our commitment is to walk beside you, illuminating the way to a healthier, more fulfilled you.
Embark on a journey to the summit of your inner landscape with Mountain Top Therapy, where every conversation is a step up the path of self-discovery and healing. Our commitment is to walk beside you, illuminating the way to a healthier, more fulfilled you.
(825) 255-8977 View (825) 255-8977
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Mike Denis
Psychologist, MEd, RPsych
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2G
Mike is a Registered Psychologist with over 10 years experience working with divorce, separation, mediation, and high conflict families. He is a specialized Child & Adolescent/Young Adult Psychologist. He has experience conducting mental health, addiction, Borderline Personality Disorder, ADHD, anxiety, depression, Custody & Access assessments, and counselling both 'high risk' youth and adults. He is a certified and experienced DBT therapist, and practices Reality, Narrative, and Client Centred paradigms. He is courteous, respectful & open minded.
Mike is a Registered Psychologist with over 10 years experience working with divorce, separation, mediation, and high conflict families. He is a specialized Child & Adolescent/Young Adult Psychologist. He has experience conducting mental health, addiction, Borderline Personality Disorder, ADHD, anxiety, depression, Custody & Access assessments, and counselling both 'high risk' youth and adults. He is a certified and experienced DBT therapist, and practices Reality, Narrative, and Client Centred paradigms. He is courteous, respectful & open minded.
(403) 264-1199 View (403) 264-1199
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Dr. Corrick Woodfin
Psychologist, PsyD, RPsych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2T  (Online Only)
Hair pulling and skin picking can be very challenging to manage independently - they are highly complex behaviours. Often these Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviours (BFRBs) result in shame and guilt. They can be isolating and worrisome. You may feel alone, but you are not. I specialize in treating BFRBs. I also regularly work with clients who have anxiety, obsessions and compulsions (OCD), impulsivity, and individuals who lack confidence (work, studies, relationships). As a Clinical Psychologist (22 years), my approach will help you to experience positive change in the short-term, and learn how to sustain this change in the long-term.
Hair pulling and skin picking can be very challenging to manage independently - they are highly complex behaviours. Often these Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviours (BFRBs) result in shame and guilt. They can be isolating and worrisome. You may feel alone, but you are not. I specialize in treating BFRBs. I also regularly work with clients who have anxiety, obsessions and compulsions (OCD), impulsivity, and individuals who lack confidence (work, studies, relationships). As a Clinical Psychologist (22 years), my approach will help you to experience positive change in the short-term, and learn how to sustain this change in the long-term.
(587) 604-0257 View (587) 604-0257
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Davis Steward
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, BA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T3E
My role as a counsellor is to create a judgment-free, compassionate space where we can explore and achieve your goals and desired outcomes in therapy. As we work together, I can help you develop awareness about your thoughts, feelings, behaviours, and relationships, while examining how they shape the person you are today. This awareness can help guide your future decision-making and problem-solving skills, so that your unique personal and relational needs may be met.
My role as a counsellor is to create a judgment-free, compassionate space where we can explore and achieve your goals and desired outcomes in therapy. As we work together, I can help you develop awareness about your thoughts, feelings, behaviours, and relationships, while examining how they shape the person you are today. This awareness can help guide your future decision-making and problem-solving skills, so that your unique personal and relational needs may be met.
(825) 250-3833 View (825) 250-3833
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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.