Men’s Issues therapists in Chicago, IL
Browse Men’s Issues therapists in Chicago, Illinois. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Men's Issues
Dr. Daniel Cantor
Psychologist, Psy. D.
In my work, "Men's Issues" are understood to be the work of taking stock of your identity and becoming more responsible for how you are showing up for yourself, friends, family and community. Men have inherited many ideas that limit how we express our myriad feelings and connect with other people authentically. Embracing masculinity means getting to know how gender is a lens through which we are filtering our social experience. Take the powerful step of owning your conscious and unconscious gender beliefs and choose deliberately how you embody these values in the world.
14 Years Experience
Online in Chicago, IL (Online Only)
Men's Issues
Merrisa Dawn Santos
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCTMHP, CCTP
In addressing men's issues, I provide a supportive and understanding space to explore the challenges and concerns unique to men. Through therapy, we examine various aspects such as societal expectations, gender roles, relationships, mental health, and identity. I offer strategies to help men navigate issues such as stress, anger, depression, anxiety, or relationship difficulties. Additionally, we explore ways to promote emotional expression, build resilience, and foster healthier coping mechanisms. The goal is to empower men to prioritize their mental health and well-being, develop a more authentic sense of self, and lead fulfilling lives.
5 Years Experience
Online in Chicago, IL (Online Only)
Men's Issues
Dr. Adam Shafer (Chicago, IL)
Psychologist, Psy. D., M.A.
It is not uncommon for those of us who have been instilled with the expectation that to be vulnerable is, to some degree, a reflection of weakness. However, to be human is to be inherently vulnerable and the best we can do is to accept this within ourselves and others so that we can continue in our journey toward living a fulfilling life.
17 Years Experience
In-Person in Chicago, IL 60607
Online in Chicago, IL
Men's Issues
Jason Herr
Psychologist, Psy.D.
I work with men navigating the pressures and complexities of the social expectations they often place on themselves. Together, we explore identity, relationships, emotional expression, stress, and life transitions while building healthier coping strategies and self-awareness. My approach provides a supportive, nonjudgmental space where men can develop greater emotional balance, confidence, and authenticity in their personal and professional lives.
16 Years Experience
Online in Chicago, IL (Online Only)
Men's Issues
Nick Sotor
Psychologist, PsyD
Patriarchy and masculinity, especially as understood through the lens of whiteness is a culture of violence, oppression, and repression. While we must take accountability and responsibility for the ways western patriarchy has harmed the world and those around us, we can simultaneously acknowledge that patriarchy harms ourselves as well. Coming from place of compassion and courage I work with men to explore and dismantle many of the harmful messages that have been taught to us in our culture and work to cultivate male identities rooted in community, care, and love.
12 Years Experience
In-Person in Chicago, IL 60647
Online in Chicago, IL
Men's Issues
Wolf Pack Therapy
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Wolf Pack offers therapy that meets men where they are, supporting emotional health, personal growth, and resilience. We provide a safe space to explore challenges, relationships, and life transitions.
19 Years Experience
Online in Chicago, IL (Online Only)
Men's Issues
Andrew McKenzie, Psy.D.
Psychologist
Many men grow up receiving messages that make it difficult to acknowledge vulnerability, ask for help, or express emotion openly. Therapy offers a place to explore those expectations with curiosity rather than judgment while considering whether they still fit the life you want to live. Together, we'll work toward greater emotional flexibility, stronger relationships, and a deeper sense of authenticity. You don't have to choose between being strong and being emotionally honest.
15 Years Experience
In-Person in Chicago, IL 60640
Online in Chicago, IL
Men's Issues
Dr. Andrew Bingman
Psychologist, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, PsyD
Many men have been raised to view emotional pain as a sign of weakness and, consequently, have difficulty identifying, expressing, and regulating their emotions. My goal as a therapist is to create an environment in which men can feel safe and supported while processing their emotions and to help reframe being in touch with one's emotions as an indicator of strength and empowerment.
15 Years Experience
Online in Chicago, IL (Online Only)
Men's Issues
Dr. Sam Macy
Psychologist, PsyD
I work with men of all identities to better understand how social scripts around maleness and masculinity can impact one's way of being in the world.
16 Years Experience
In-Person in Chicago, IL 60605
Online in Chicago, IL
Men's Issues
Lincoln Park Psychology, Inc
Psychologist, Licensed Clinical Psychologists, LCPC, LPC, LCSW, LSW, CADC, AMFT
Men face unique challenges and pressures in today's world, yet often feel they have nowhere to turn for support. Our therapy services for men provide a judgment-free space to address issues like stress, anger management, relationship difficulties, work-life balance, identity and purpose, depression, anxiety, and the weight of societal expectations around masculinity. We understand that asking for help can feel uncomfortable, especially when you've been taught to "tough it out" or handle everything on your own. Whether you're dealing with career transitions, family conflicts, emotional numbness, or simply feeling lost or overwhelmed, therapy offers practical tools and honest conversations to help you navigate challenges, build healthier relationships, and live a more authentic, fulfilling life. Strength isn't about struggling alone—it's about having the courage to invest in yourself and your wellbeing.
17 Years Experience
In-Person in Chicago, IL 60657
Online in Chicago, IL
Men's Issues
Dr. Ryan Kitts Schallon
Psychologist, PsyD
Most men arrive in therapy having spent years inside a definition of masculinity that was never examined — only inherited. The cost shows up as numbness, as rage that finds no proportion, as relationships that stay on the surface because going deeper was never modeled and never permitted. The work is not about dismantling masculinity. It is about distinguishing between what was given to you and what actually belongs to you, so you can begin living from something real.
3 Years Experience
In-Person in Chicago, IL 60613
Online in Chicago, IL
Men's Issues
Dr Calvin Young
Counselor/Therapist, PhD, LCPC
Men's issues are unique and universal at times. As a male clinician of color I navigate this space and try to use my own lived experiences to assist others so similarly situated to live better and effective lives as men in a complex world that is not always positively-focused on our best lived outcomes
30 Years Experience
Online in Chicago, IL (Online Only)
Men's Issues
Alignment Psychotherapy, PLLC
Psychologist, LP, PhD
We offer a thoughtful, nuanced approach to working with men and issues that often impact their mental health and well-being. We recognize that many men are shaped by cultural expectations around masculinity that can make it difficult to express vulnerability, seek support, or fully engage with their emotional lives. These pressures can contribute to concerns such as depression, anxiety, anger, relationship challenges, and a sense of isolation or disconnection. Our work with men is grounded in creating a space where openness is welcomed and complexity is respected. We help clients explore how internalized beliefs about masculinity may be influencing their thoughts, behaviors, and relationships, while also building skills for emotional awareness, communication, and resilience. Using an integrative, evidence-based approach, we tailor treatment to each individual’s goals and experiences. Whether addressing mental health symptoms, navigating life transitions, or working to build more fulfilling relationships, we aim to support men in developing a more flexible, authentic, and connected way of living.
3 Years Experience
Online in Chicago, IL (Online Only)
Men's Issues
Rick Tivers
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, CGP
Provide Mens Group Intensives and Marathon retreats that involves psychodrama and rituals as part of the healing process.
45 Years Experience
In-Person in Chicago, IL 60602
Online in Chicago, IL
Men's Issues
Join the Rebellion (JTR23 Inc)
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Men's therapy carries a unique set of pressures — performance culture, the isolation that comes with leadership, and environments that reward emotional suppression and punish vulnerability. I work exclusively with high-performing men navigating perfectionism, imposter syndrome, burnout, identity, fatherhood, emotional regulation, and proof-based self-worth through Character Driven Therapy — a framework I developed specifically for this population. This is not generic talk therapy; it is direct, structured, identity-level work built for men who are wired to handle everything alone and are ready to try something different.
11 Years Experience
Online in Chicago, IL (Online Only)
Men's Issues
Bergen Counseling Collective
Counselor/Therapist, LCPC
You were taught to handle things on your own. Push through. Don't complain. Provide. And maybe that worked for a while, but now something's off. The anger that flares too fast. The numbness that's settled in. The sense that you're going through the motions but not really present in your own life. Asking for help can feel like failure when you've been told your whole life that needing help is weakness. It's not. It takes more strength to look at what's not working than to keep pretending everything's fine. We offer a space where you can be honest without judgment. Telehealth throughout Illinois. BCBS PPO and Aetna accepted.
20 Years Experience
In-Person in Chicago, IL 60640
Online in Chicago, IL
Men's Issues
Rachel Miller
Marriage and Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Men are often shaped by rigid gender expectations that limit emotional expression and reinforce harmful power dynamics in relationships. I work with men individually and in couples therapy to examine masculinity, accountability, and relational impact, while building emotional awareness, communication skills, and more equitable ways of relating. This work supports personal growth alongside healthier, more respectful relationships.
9 Years Experience
Online in Chicago, IL (Online Only)
Men's Issues
Centered Therapy Chicago
Psychologist, PsyD
We work with men’s issues.
13 Years Experience
In-Person in Chicago, IL 60640
Online in Chicago, IL
Chicago's size and diversity mean therapists here cover an exceptionally wide range of specialties, with strong representation in trauma, anxiety, depression, and cultural identity work across the city's distinct neighborhoods. The South and West Sides experience community-level trauma tied to violence and systemic inequity, driving particular demand for therapists who specialize in PTSD, grief, and resilience-focused work. The city is home to Rush University Medical Center, Northwestern Medicine, and the University of Chicago Medicine, with a large independent practice community concentrated in Lincoln Park, Lakeview, Wicker Park, and the Loop. Chicago also has robust bilingual therapy communities serving its large Spanish-speaking, Polish, and Mandarin-speaking populations.
Men’s Issues therapists in Chicago, IL Statistics
Men’s Issues therapists in Chicago, IL average 16 years of experience and charge around $207 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (69%), Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (44%), and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (40%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$207
Accept insurance
44%
Offer sliding scale
35%
Gender ID
| 58% |
Male |
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| 34% |
Female |
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| 5% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 64% |
In Person and Online |
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| 36% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 69% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 44% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 40% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 38% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 38% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 32% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 31% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 71% | Young Adult |
| 58% | Senior |
| 39% | Teen |
| 18% | Children |
Client Focus
| 63% | Men |
| 52% | LGBTQ+ |
| 48% | Women |
| 30% | Military / Veterans |
| 29% | Christian |