Men’s Issues therapists in Carlsbad, CA
Browse Men’s Issues therapists in Carlsbad, California. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Men's Issues
Diaspora Therapy Group
Marriage and Family Therapist, DSW, LMFT
We offer supportive care for men navigating emotional expression, relationships, identity, stress, and life transitions. We challenge stigma around vulnerability while building tools for emotional awareness, communication, and resilience. Our approach is affirming, practical, and non-judgmental.
7 Years Experience
In-Person in Carlsbad, CA 92008
Online in Carlsbad, CA
Men's Issues
Jeanette Abney
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, SAP
I have years of experience with assisting men identify, acknowledge things about themself, obtain education and obtain support regarding issues that impact men so that one can develop maturity, develop and maintain healthy relationships with self and others.
27 Years Experience
In-Person Near Carlsbad, CA
Online in Carlsbad, CA
Men's Issues
Reid Kessler
Psychologist, PsyD
Men’s issues often involve carrying a lot internally—stress, pressure, anger, loneliness, or pain that doesn’t always have an easy place to go. Getting to know your emotions takes strength, and learning to bring them into your relationships and values-driven life takes even more. Therapy offers a safe, grounded relationship where you can better understand what you feel, what you’ve learned to do with those feelings, and how emotions may be shaping your life in ways that are subtle but powerful. Over time, this work can help you feel more steady and connected, and make choices that reflect who you want to be—rather than feeling driven by overwhelm, disconnection, or patterns that keep repeating.
8 Years Experience
In-Person Near Carlsbad, CA
Online in Carlsbad, CA
Men's Issues
Dr. Divya Kakaiya Healthy Within
Psychologist, Licensed Clinical Psychologist Ph. D M.S. BCN-L
Men's mental health often goes undertreated — not because the struggles aren't real, but because traditional talk therapy can feel misaligned with how many men process and express difficulty.
Neurofeedback offers a different entry point entirely: objective, data-driven, and focused on performance rather than vulnerability. Training the brain directly appeals to men who resist conventional therapy — delivering measurable improvements in stress regulation, emotional control, focus, and resilience without requiring them to lead with words.
41 Years Experience
In-Person Near Carlsbad, CA
Men's Issues
Chris 'Bucky' Bateman
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Men often come to therapy having spent years trying to handle things alone. We create a space where men can speak honestly about what's hard; relationships, identity, stress, purpose without judgment or pressure. Whether you're navigating a relationship crisis, personal growth, or simply feeling stuck, we meet you where you are with directness, respect, and genuine care.
21 Years Experience
In-Person Near Carlsbad, CA
Online in Carlsbad, CA
Men's Issues
Hayden Dover
Marriage and Family Therapist, MFT, CST
Men often face societal expectations related to sexuality, competence, vulnerability, success, and emotional expression. Those expectations can contribute to anxiety, shame, relationship difficulties, sexual concerns, or a sense of disconnection from what feels authentic. I work with men using an approach grounded in existential psychotherapy, positive psychology, sex therapy, and body awareness to support greater self-understanding, more honest relationships, and a life more authentically aligned with personal values.
22 Years Experience
In-Person Near Carlsbad, CA
Online in Carlsbad, CA
Men's Issues
Frankie Santiago
Life Coach, Professional Life Coach
I specialize in life coaching for men who want to overcome challenges, step into greater strength, and create a more fulfilling life. Whether you’re dealing with stress, relationship difficulties, career pressure, identity shifts, emotional expression, or balancing multiple responsibilities, we work on practical tools for confidence, communication, leadership, and personal accountability. My straightforward, supportive style helps men gain clarity, release what’s holding them back, and build sustainable success on their terms. Ready to level up? I offer a free 15 minute initial consultation to see if we’re a good fit.
15 Years Experience
Online in Carlsbad, CA (Online Only)
Men's Issues
Douglairian psychology apc
Marriage and Family Therapist, Lmft
I help clients improve their stress management, coping skills, work-life balance, and emotional stability. Many of my clients seek "inner healing" from life crisis situations.
5 Years Experience
Online in Carlsbad, CA (Online Only)
Men's Issues
Allen Shamon
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
I help men challenge traditional notions of masculinity that may promote emotional suppression, stoicism, and avoidance of help-seeking behaviors. By providing a nonjudgmental and accepting therapeutic environment, I encourage men to explore and embrace a broader range of emotions, express vulnerability, and develop healthier ways of relating to themselves and others.
6 Years Experience
Online in Carlsbad, CA (Online Only)
Men's Issues
Matthew Bishop
Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Doctorate in Behavioral Health Leadership
Men often carry stress silently, feeling pressure to figure things out alone. I offer a space where men can talk openly without judgment — about relationships, fatherhood, work, sex, or identity — and find healthier ways to handle the weight they carry.
10 Years Experience
In-Person Near Carlsbad, CA
Online in Carlsbad, CA
Carlsbad is an affluent coastal North County San Diego city of beaches, biotech and golf-industry employers, and Legoland's family tourism. Mental health needs skew toward high-functioning stress — career and achievement pressure, family expectations, and the quiet isolation that prosperous coastal suburbs can hide. A strong North County private therapy market serves the community.
Men’s Issues therapists in Carlsbad, CA Statistics
Men’s Issues therapists in Carlsbad, CA average 15 years of experience and charge around $220 per session. 99% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (58%), Psychodynamic Therapy (43%), and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (38%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$220
Accept insurance
29%
Offer sliding scale
50%
Gender ID
| 62% |
Male |
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| 32% |
Female |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 73% |
In Person and Online |
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| 26% |
Online Only |
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| 1% |
In Person Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 58% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 43% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 38% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 36% | Relational Psychotherapy |
| 35% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 34% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 29% | Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 66% | Young Adult |
| 55% | Senior |
| 51% | Teen |
| 28% | Children |
Client Focus
| 70% | Men |
| 57% | Women |
| 54% | LGBTQ+ |
| 38% | Christian |
| 36% | Military / Veterans |