Men’s Issues therapists in Placerville, CA
Browse Men’s Issues therapists in Placerville, California. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Men's Issues
Dr. David Shapiro
Psychologist, California Licensed Psychologist (License# PSY17495)
Men’s Issues, Leadership & Mid-Life Mastery
Grounded Psychological Care for High-Achieving Men
While the mental health field is predominantly female-led, the majority of my practice today—roughly three-quarters—consists of high-achieving, middle-aged men, tech founders, executives, and professionals. Many present after feeling disconnected from prior "standard" therapy, looking instead for a grounded, direct, and sophisticated male clinician who understands their world.
My work with men is not a recent pivot; it is built on decades of intensive clinical depth. My background spans the full spectrum of male psychology—from my early work with incarcerated adolescent capital offenders in Texas and my clinical residency at the Veterans Affairs (VA) hospital, to leading specialized domestic violence rehabilitation programs and guiding corporate leaders. This deep foundation allows me to meet men wherever they are with unwavering composure, clinical precision, and zero judgment.
Navigating the Modern Male Experience
Today's high-functioning men face a unique set of internal and external pressures. We live in an era where traditional models of masculinity are shifting, leaving many men searching for a clear, authentic blueprint for their lives, careers, and relationships.
Our work creates a high-trust environment to address the core dimensions of healthy male development:
Shifting from Competition to Connection: Learning to relate to other men, colleagues, and peers in ways that foster genuine support and collaboration rather than perpetual, isolating competition.
Modern Masculinity & Relating to Women: Cultivating ways of being powerful, grounded, and emotionally present without relying on outdated, dominant, or emotionally reactive habits.
Fatherhood & Legacy: Navigating the profound shifts of fatherhood, co-parenting, and raising adolescents, ensuring you pass down emotional resilience and presence to the next generation.
Mid-Life Recalibration & Burnout: Addressing the quiet crisis that often arrives in a man's 40s or 50s—where outward career success no longer yields internal fulfillment, prompting a need to redefine purpose, health, and personal alignment.
A High-Resonance, "Vibe-Aligned" Approach
Men often tell me that working together feels less like traditional "medicalized" therapy and more like an intellectual, strategic, and deeply resonant partnership.
Rather than forcing you into rigid emotional protocols, we speak the same language: strategic problem-solving, nervous system optimization, and honest self-analysis. By blending doctoral-level psychological rigor with real-world male experience, our work provides a powerful, confidential sounding board to help you quiet internal noise, master high-stakes pressure, and step into the most authentic version of your life.
26 Years Experience
In-Person Near Placerville, CA
Online in Placerville, CA
Men's Issues
Dan Michels
Therapist, LPCC, LPC, CHT, MA
Please contact me if you think we'd be a good fit. I offer a free 30-minute consultation.
9 Years Experience
In-Person Near Placerville, CA
Online in Placerville, CA
Men's Issues
Michael Ceely
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Therapy for Men's Issues
10 Years Experience
Online in Placerville, CA
Men's Issues
Mind Study Center
Counselor/Therapist, LMFT, M.D., Ph.D.,
At Mind Study Center, we provide specialized support for men facing a range of personal challenges, including stress, relationship issues, identity concerns, and mental health struggles. Our team offers a safe, nonjudgmental space where men can explore their emotions, overcome societal pressures, and develop healthier coping strategies. Through therapy, we help men build self-awareness, improve emotional expression, and foster resilience, empowering them to live more balanced, fulfilling lives.
10 Years Experience
Online in Placerville, CA
Men's Issues
Todd Deutsch
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
I specialize in working with men around relationships, anger, confidence, vulnerability, identity, attachment, and the pressures men often carry without having a place to talk about them openly. My work in this area also led me to write Grounded Openness, a book about helping men build stronger relationships, become more emotionally open, and stay grounded in who they are.
21 Years Experience
Online in Placerville, CA
Men’s Issues therapists in Placerville, CA Statistics
Men’s Issues therapists in Placerville, CA average 15 years of experience and charge around $223 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (53%), Psychodynamic Therapy (41%), and Relational Psychotherapy (38%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$223
Accept insurance
29%
Offer sliding scale
48%
Gender ID
| 65% |
Male |
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| 30% |
Female |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 2% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 71% |
In Person and Online |
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| 29% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 53% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 41% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 38% | Relational Psychotherapy |
| 35% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 35% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 31% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 27% | Eclectic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 63% | Young Adult |
| 54% | Senior |
| 47% | Teen |
| 23% | Children |
Client Focus
| 71% | Men |
| 56% | Women |
| 52% | LGBTQ+ |
| 35% | Christian |
| 33% | Military / Veterans |